Craftsman Lawn & Garden Equipment Engine Recoil Starter 497830 Genuine OEM Replacement Fits Craftsman Briggs & Stratton
by Craftsman · Starter
Lawn & GardenLawn & Garden Equipment & Accessories
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Description
This is a Genuine OEM Craftsman part. Basic InformationPart Name: Lawn & Garden Equipment Engine Recoil StarterManufacturer: Briggs & StrattonCategory: Lawn & Garden Equipment EnginesPrimary Function: The recoil starter spins the crankshaft to start the engine when you pull the rope. Installation & CompatibilityCompatible Models: Fits various Briggs & Stratton lawn and garden equipment models. Please confirm this part is correct for your model before ordering. Installation Difficulty: Medium — may require basic mechanical skills. Tools Required: Screwdriver, socket set, and pliers. Additional Information: The Briggs & Stratton lawn and garden equipment engine recoil starter, part number 497830, replaces part numbers 494846, 495766, and 496650. It spins the crankshaft when you pull the starter rope, enabling your engine to fire up. If the rope won?t retract or the engine won?t start, a damaged recoil starter could be the problem. Replacing the recoil starter restores reliable starting performance. Disconnect the spark plug wire before beginning. Use a screwdriver and socket set to remove the housing and swap in the new starter. Wear work gloves to protect your hands while handling components. For installation help, follow the steps in How to replace a lawn mower recoil starter on a flathead engine. Keeping this part in good shape ensures your engine starts easily and runs reliably season after season. Also fits these brands: Craftsman, Briggs & Stratton | Craftsman Lawn & Garden Equipment Engine Recoil Starter 497830 Genuine OEM Replacement Fits Craftsman Briggs & Stratton
Fits, as listed by Sears PartsDirect
Listed by part number, not by machine model: confirm the number against your appliance's or machine's parts list before ordering.
Also fits these brands: Craftsman, Briggs & Stratton
Replacement fits: Craftsman Briggs & Stratton
For: Lawn & Garden Equipment Engine