Overview

Briggs & Stratton Genuine Starter-Rewind (Part 796497) is a recoil starter assembly designed to replace worn or damaged pull-start components on Briggs & Stratton 4-stroke engines used in residential lawn and light outdoor equipment. This direct OEM-compatible unit restores smooth starting performance by matching the original mounting points and pulley geometry. It serves common garden and light construction machines, including walk‑behind mowers, scarifiers, rotovators, plate compactors, and small generators, with compatibility across Briggs & Stratton 800E/850E family engines (including 850EX, 875EX, and 950 series).

Key Features

• Part Number: 796497
• Type of machine suitable for: Briggs & Stratton 800E/850E engines (including 850EX, 875EX, 950); applies to walk-behind mowers, scarifiers, rotovators, plate compactors, and small generators
• Installation tips: Factory-assembled with pre-wound recoil spring; complete recoil assembly with rope and T-handle; direct replacement with correct mounting points and pulley geometry; ensure proper rope length and secure mounting for reliable starts

Compatibility

• Suitable machine models: 800E, 850E, 850EX, 875EX, 950
• Alternate part numbers: BS796497