Description
Overview:
The Fan Housing with Rewind Starter (Stihl part no. 4242 080 2104) is a genuine replacement assembly for Stihl HS46 and HS56 series hedge trimmers. It combines a tough, moulded high‐impact polymer housing in Stihl orange with an integrated recoil starter mechanism, including pull cord and handle, plus metal starter spring and pawls. The housing shields the flywheel/fan and directs cooling air around the engine, while the rewind starter provides reliable pull‐start operation. Built to OEM specification, it restores a secure fit and correct alignment of the engine shroud area, helping maintain smooth running and proper cooling. A practical fix for cracked covers, broken lugs, or a failing pull‐start, suitable for both professional and domestic hedge trimming work.
Key Features:
- Genuine Stihl OEM part for assured fit and compatibility (4242 080 2104)
- Complete assembly: housing with integrated rewind starter, cord and handle
- Durable, impact‐resistant polymer with robust metal starter internals
- Protects flywheel and channels cooling air for stable engine temperature
- Precise fit for HS 46 and HS 56 variants to reduce vibration and noise
- Straightforward replacement using basic hand tools; no modifications needed
- Helps resolve cracked housings, broken lugs, worn springs or slipping starters
- Bright Stihl orange for clear identification of service area and controls
- Suitable for frequent use by landscapers, grounds teams, and homeowners
Typical Applications:
Used to replace damaged fan housings or faulty pull‐start units on Stihl hedge trimmers. Keeps engines starting reliably and running cool during regular hedge cutting, shrub shaping, and maintenance in domestic gardens, commercial landscaping, and grounds care. Ideal for preventative maintenance or quick repair to minimise downtime.
Also known as:
Recoil starter housing, starter shroud, recoil cover, cooling shroud, blower housing, cowling, pull‐start unit, rope starter, starter cap, engine shroud.
Fits Models:
HS 46, HS 46 C, HS 56, HS46, HS46 C, HS46C, HS56
Alternate Part Numbers:
4242-080-2104, 42420802104
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 4242 080 2104 |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Manufacturer | Stihl |
| OEM No. | 42420802104 |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Machine Type | Hedgetrimmers |
| Fits Brands | Stihl |
| Key Features | - Genuine Stihl OEM part for HS46 and HS56 hedge trimmers - Integrated rewind starter with cord and handle - Impact-resistant polymer housing with metal starter components - Protects flywheel and directs cooling air for engine stability - Straightforward replacement with basic hand tools, no modifications needed |
| Fits Models | HS 46, HS46 C |
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