Engine 2014: Motor Plants and Auxiliary Boilers

1. A The dial type adjusting knob (B) is used for setting speed droop and damping out hunting.
2. B Excess oil under high pressure is released from the spring loaded accumulators to the sump.
3. C The speed droop lever spring prevents the engine from racing or hunting by arresting the movement of the power piston after a speed change.
4. D The compensating mechanism provides positive control to lower engine speed as load is increased.

Tip: press A-D to answer