Description
Overview:
This recoil starter assembly is a direct replacement for selected Stihl clearing saws, providing reliable manual starting for professional and domestic use. It is identified by OEM No. 4148 190 4002 and is designed for robust performance on demanding sites. The unit features a durable, impact-resistant polymer housing with a steel recoil spring, a hard-wearing pulley, and a braided starter cord with a comfortable T-handle. By engaging the flywheel cleanly, it helps ensure quick and consistent starts on two‐stroke engines used in tough clearing and brushcutting work. Suitable for Stihl models such as the FS 490 C-EM and FS 510 C-EM, it is supplied as a complete pull-start assembly ready to install using existing fasteners on compatible machines.
Key Features:
- OEM reference 4148 190 4002 for accurate identification and replacement
- Direct-fit assembly for compatible Stihl clearing saws, reducing setup time
- Pre-assembled with cord, T-handle and pulley to simplify installation
- Tough polymer housing and corrosion-resistant steel spring for long service life
- Consistent rewind tension for dependable starting in the field
- Comfortable, secure-grip handle for confident pulls with gloves
- Designed to cope with vibration, debris and wet conditions typical of UK use
- Uses existing mounting points and fixings on the machine
- Serviceable design allows future rope or handle changes if required
- Helps minimise downtime caused by frayed cords, cracked housings or weak springs
Typical Applications:
Ideal for restoring reliable starting on Stihl clearing saws used in forestry, landscaping, utilities, estate maintenance and construction site vegetation control. Replace when the original starter shows symptoms such as a snapped or frayed cord, sluggish or non-returning recoil, a cracked housing, or slipping engagement. Suitable for routine maintenance to keep equipment ready for daily use.
Also known as:
Recoil starter, pull start, rewind starter, starter assembly, recoil unit, starter housing, pull cord assembly, starter rope and handle.
Fits Models:
FS 490 C-EM
FS 490 C-EM W
FS 491 C-EM
FS 510 C-EM
FS 560 C-EM
FS 561 C-EM
FS490C
FS510C
FS560C
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 4148 190 4002 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Stihl |
| OEM No. | 41481904002 |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Machine Type | Clearing Saws |
| Fits Brands | Stihl |
| Key Features | - OEM No. 4148 190 4002 ensures correct replacement - Fits Stihl models FS 490 C-EM, FS 510 C-EM, and others - Impact-resistant polymer housing with steel recoil spring - Pre-assembled with cord, T-handle, and pulley - Uses existing mounting points and fixings on machines |
| Fits Models | FS490C, FS510C, FS560C | FS491 C-EM | FS561 C-EM |

