TM 5-3825-230-14&P
b. Idle Speed Adjustment.
(1)
With engine running, push both cables (1 and 2)
all the way in.
(2)
Remove
lockwire
(6)
from
idle
speed
adjustment screw (7) and nut (8). Loosen nut
(8) using 10 mm open end wrench.
(3)
Turn adjusting screw (7) using 10 mm open end
wrench clockwise to increase engine RPM and
counterclockwise to decrease engine RPM.
Engine idle should be set to between 1100-1150
RPM.
(4)
Shut off engine and tighten nut (8) and replace
lockwire (6).
c. Throttle Adjustment.
WARNING
Hearing protection must be worn
when performing adjustments in
close proximity to the sweeper.
Long term exposure may cause
hearing damage.
CAUTION
If engine speed immediately exceeds
2850
RPM
shut
down
engine.
Damage to equipment may result.
(1)
With engine running, slowly pull throttle cable
(1) all the way out. Engine speed should be
2850 RPM. If higher, shut down engine
immediately. If engine does not reach 2850
RPM, note the reading and shutdown engine.
(2)
Remove lockwire (6) and loosen nut (9) slightly.
NOTE
Engine must be shut off for this procedure.
(3)
Turn screw (9), using 10 mm open end wrench, 1/4 to 1/2 turn clockwise to reduce RPM and counterclockwise to
increase RPM.
(4)
Start engine (para 2-8) and check RPM. If not correct, shut off engine; repeat step (3) until RPM of 2850 is
reached.
(5)
Shut down engine (para 2-8). Tighten nut (10) using a 10 mm open end wrench and replace lockwire (6).
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