OE numbers: 42231900400, 42231900401 Key benefits Reliable, gentle starts: restores smooth ignition and consistent manual starting power for small petrol engines, reducing hard pulls and failed starts. Quick and effective: the recoil mechanism delivers fast, efficient manual starting so your equipment is ready to run when you need it. Built to last: wear-resistant construction with a high-strength plastic housing, reinforced metal components, and a durable nylon pull cord for repeated use in demanding conditions. Direct replacement and perfect fit: manufactured to factory specifications for seamless integration into compatible small-engine equipment, making it an ideal swap for defective or worn starters. What it does Recoil starter assembly designed to provide dependable manual starting for small gasoline engines used in garden equipment. Restores original starting performance so mowers, saws and other tools start reliably without mechanical improvisation. Important attributes Function: Manual recoil/pull-start mechanism for small petrol engines. Compatibility: Intended as a replacement starter for models matching OE 42231900400 or 42231900401 and other small engines built to the same factory specifications. Materials: High-strength plastic housing, reinforced metal internal components, and a long-life nylon pull cord for abrasion resistance and longevity. Performance: Smooth, reliable engagement and recoil action designed for frequent use and harsh outdoor environments. Fit and form: Engineered to align with original mounting points and operational geometry for a secure, correct installation. Practical use scenarios Seasonal mower maintenance: Replace a worn starter on a lawn mower before the mowing season to avoid frustrating no-starts and to restore dependable manual starting. Field repair for handheld tools: Swap in this recoil starter on a chainsaw or other handheld petrol tool at the workshop or job site to get the tool back into service quickly. Equipment refurbishment: Use as a reliable replacement part when refurbishing small engine garden equipment that needs its starting system restored to factory performance. Notes for buyers Confirm compatibility by matching the OE number (42231900400 or 42231900401) or ensuring the replacement matches your engine’s factory starter specifications. Designed as a like-for-like replacement; no alterations to the engine’s original starting system should be necessary when the correct OE number is used.