Description
Overview:
The Control Handle with Cable for Stihl BR500 and BR550 petrol backpack blowers is a genuine Stihl replacement part designed to restore smooth, accurate throttle control. The assembly combines a moulded, impact‐resistant polymer grip with a factory‐matched throttle cable that links the operator input to the blower's throttle mechanism. Built to original specification (OEM 4282 790 4902), it fits the standard handle position on the tube and withstands vibration, fuel mist, and outdoor conditions encountered in regular use. Durable materials help reduce wear and unwanted flex in the control path, keeping engine speed changes predictable. Supplied as a direct‐fit genuine part for Stihl backpack blowers, it helps minimise downtime and maintains reliable performance after damage, wear, or age‐related cable issues.
Key Features:
- Genuine Stihl part for consistent fit and performance
- Direct replacement to OEM spec 4282 790 4902
- Pre‐matched cable length for correct throttle travel
- Robust polymer handle with steel inner cable and protective sheath
- Good resistance to vibration, fuel exposure, and weather
- Accurate control from idle to full blower output
- Compatible with existing tube clamps and fixings
- Straightforward installation with basic hand tools
- Helps cure stiff, frayed, or inconsistent throttle control
Typical Applications:
Used to replace worn, cracked, or damaged control handles and cables on Stihl backpack blowers during servicing or repairs. Suitable for restoring precise throttle response on machines used in landscaping, grounds maintenance, estates, facilities management, and domestic garden work. Helps ensure dependable operation during leaf clearing, debris removal, and site tidy‐ups across busy seasons.
Also known as:
Throttle handle assembly, throttle grip with cable, operator handle, control grip, accelerator handle, blower tube handle, handle and cable assembly for backpack blowers.
Fits Models:
BR500, BR550, BR600
Alternate Part Numbers:
4282 790 4902, 4282-790-4902, 42827904902
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