Speed controller for marine propulsion device

摘要

Several embodiments of engine speed control mechanisms that permit the running speed of an engine to be maintained at a predetermined value. The mechanical components of the system include a linkage system that connects an operator position throttle control with the throttle valves of the engine and that incorporates a lost motion connection so that the throttle valves may be positioned independently of the operator throttle control to maintain the speed control. In one embodiment of the invention, the throttle and speed control mechanism is mounted on the engine while in another embodiment, these components are mounted remotely from the engine. In one embodiment of the invention, a control circuit is provided that prevents hunting.