Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): 20hp briggs intek, dixon ztr mower, throttle shaft

Question
I have a 20hp Briggs intek on a dixon ztr mower. After mowing for about four hours I parked in the shed. I pulled the throttle all the way back (down) and the engine revved up. No matter what I did with the throttle the engine was topped out. I can pull up on the governor arm and it idles down. No missing springs and everything is moving freely. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks.

Answer
Hello Bryan:

>>Is the Throttle Cable Moving the Throttle Control Bracket?
>>Is the Throttle Control Bracket Moving the Governor Arm?
**The Throttle Cable Attaches to the Throttle Control Bracket. The Cable Moves a Slide that Moves a Pivot. The Pivot has the Spring  Attached to it and the Other End of this Spring Attaches to the Governor Arm. The Solid Link Connects to the Governor Arm and goes to the Throttle Shaft on the Carburetor.  When the Throttle Cable is Moved it Moves the Pivot and the Pivot Pulls the Spring. The Spring Pulls the Governor Arm and the Governor Arm Moves the Throttle Shaft. Usually the Spring is in the Lower Hole in the Governor Arm and the Solid Link is in the Top Hole of the Governor Arm.**
>>The Throttle Control Bracket should Move the Governor Arm by way of the Spring when the Throttle Cable is Moved.
>>If you Hit a Snag or this Does Not Correct the Problem,  I Hope to be Here if You Require More Assistance. Hope this Helps. Let me Know What Happens, Please. May the All Mighty Bless You and Yours. Be Safe and Happy. Thanks.

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John

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John