11-5 IDLE CONTROL (OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT)
1 l-5-1 ENGINE SPEED IS NOT INCREASED WHEN A LOAD IS APPLIED
(1) Inspect the solenoid bracket.
Check the bend angle of solenoid bracket.
If the bracket is distorted, correct the angle
with proper tool.
RGX2400 110.
RGX3500 96.5”
SOLENOID BRA
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RGX5500
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Fig. 17-12
(2) Check the wattage of load appied to the generator.
If the generator is loaded over the rated wattage, the engine speed can not be increased.
-Most induction loads such as electric motor or electric tools or welding machine require three to five
times
large wattage of their ratings at starting.
This starting wattage must not exceed the rated output of the generator.
(3) Check the slow set r.p.m.
The normal idling speed by the IDLE
CONTROL is as follows :
RGX2400,3500
..**.* 3150 - 3200 r.p.m.
RGX5500 ...**.+...*..* 2700 - 2800 r.p.m.
Adjust the idling speed monitoring the volt-
meter so that it indicates between
75
volt and
85 volt.
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Turn the adjusting screw to adjust the slow
speed.
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