STARTER COMPLETE B&S NO. OF ORIGINAL. 493295-497598 R160370
- B&S complete starter 493295-497598 R160370 - high quality starter for Briggs & Stratton Quantum and Europa engines. Ideal replacement for the original, provides easy starting of the mower and reliability in harsh working conditions.
Complete starter B&S No. 493295-497598
B&S complete starter 493295-497598 R160370 is a high-quality manual starter (jerk) designed for Briggs & Stratton engines of the series Quantum i Europe. This is a complete starter kit that allows you to start the engine of your lawn mower or other gardening equipment reliably, quickly, even after prolonged downtime or in tougher operating conditions.
The product perfectly replaces the original starter numbers B&S 493295 and 497598 and corresponds to many popular engine models used in home and professional mowers, as well as in municipal and specialized equipment.
Briggs & Stratton manual starter 493295-497598 R160370 - what it is and how it works?
STARTER COMPLETE B&S NR ORIGINAL. 493295-497598 R160370 is a manual, rope-type "jerk" starter mounted on top of the internal combustion engine. When you pull the cable handle, the internal spring mechanism rotates the engine flywheel at the appropriate speed, allowing it to start up.
The starter is supplied as complete module, making replacement simple and fast - just unscrew the old component, screw on the new one and the equipment is ready to use. No need to reposition the spring, cable or cup significantly reduces service time.
In daily use, the starter guarantees:
- smooth and light jerking - The ergonomic handle and properly adjusted spring make it easy to start even for people with less strength;
- start-up reliability - Consistent, repetitive rotation of the crankshaft every time the cable is pulled;
- safety and comfort - design minimizes the risk of line bounce and provides a secure grip.
An example of application from everyday life: you bring the mower out of the garage after a winter shutdown - with just a few vigorous strokes of the new starter, the Briggs & Stratton Quantum engine comes into gear and allows you to start mowing right away without unnecessary frustration.
Where B&S 493295-497598 R160370 complete starter is installed?
The starter is designed to be mounted directly on the housing of the Briggs & Stratton engine, in place of the factory manual starter. Most often it is the top of the engine, above the flywheel, bolted with four screws spaced about. 115 mm.
Devices in which this model of starter is typically installed:
- petrol mowers with B&S Quantum and Europa engines - both domestic and semi-professional;
- aerators and scarifiers with 12-series engines (Quantum/Europa);
- small gardening machines and municipalities, where the manufacturer used a Briggs & Stratton engine with a manual cable starter.
Thanks to the precise fit to the factory holes in the engine housing, the installation can be done by yourself, using basic workshop tools. In many cases, all you need is a socket wrench or screwdriver and a few minutes of work.
Sample assembly scenarios:
- Replacement of a damaged tugger in a lawn mower - broken housing, broken or blocked cable, worn spring.
- Restoring an older push tractor with a Quantum engine - replacing the starter avoids a costly engine overhaul.
- Modernization of equipment used professionally (for example, in a gardening company) - a new starter provides a reliable start in intensive use.
B&S COMPLETE STARTER 493295-497598 for Quantum and Europa engines - application and compatibility
The R160370 starter is designed for briggs & Stratton Quantum and Europa series engines, often designated as model series 12. It is used in a wide range of engines, m.in. in series:
- Quantum - Popular units mounted on home and semi-professional mowers;
- Europe - engines used in horticultural machinery for the European market;
- numerous numbered series, e.g. 121700, 121800, 122700, 122800, 123800, 124700, 124800, 126700, 126800, 127700, 127800, 128700, 128800, 129700, 129800, 12C800, 12D800, 12E700, 12E800, 12F700, 12F800, 12G700, 12G800, 12J800, 12M800, 12S700, 12S800, 12T700, 12T800 and other related with a cover for a Susa type starter.
Application in practice:
- Garden work around the house - Regular mowing of the home lawn, where a smooth start-up of the mower and saving time counts.
- Gardening services - Greenkeeping companies use the mower for many hours a day; a robust starter reduces the risk of downtime during jobs.
- Municipal equipment - guided mowers and auxiliary equipment in municipalities, schools, sports centers, where high reliability and easy service is required.
If your existing starter has minted part numbers 493295 or 497598, or you are using Briggs & Stratton Quantum/Europa engine with Susa starter cap, this product will be a suitable replacement.
The most important features and advantages of B&S starter 493295-497598 R160370 from the user's point of view
- Complete installation kit - starter includes all components necessary for installation and operation (jerk with housing, internal mechanism, starter cup). As a result, you do not need to complete the parts separately, and the replacement is simplified as much as possible.
- High durability and resistance to working conditions - housing made of durable steel, internal components made of sturdy plastics and a long-life spring ensure long, trouble-free use even with frequent engine starts.
- Precision fit for B&S engines - Hole spacing, starter diameter and cup profile are in accordance with Briggs & Stratton Quantum/Europa engine specifications, which guarantees a perfect fit and proper interaction with the carriers on the flywheel.
- Saving time and money - Instead of investing in a costly repair of the old mechanism, you install a new, complete starter, restoring the equipment to full operation in a short time.
- Comfort of use - light jerking action and ergonomic handle reduce hand fatigue and risk of injury when frequently firing the mower.
Typical benefits in practice:
- after replacing the starter, the mower starts "from the first jerk", which saves time during the mowing season;
- a professional gardening team reduces downtime while working at customers' sites, increasing its productivity;
- the owner of an older lawn mower can extend its life for another season without having to buy a new machine.
Technical specifications of the B&S 493295-497598 R160370 complete starter
- Product type: manual cable starter (jerk) for Briggs & Stratton engines
- Original B&S part numbers: 493295, 497598 (often also works with #494960, 492831)
- Product code: R160370
- EAN code: 8023668087789
- Purpose: briggs & Stratton Quantum and Europa engines (model series 12, including m.in. 121700-129800, 12C800-12T800)
- Outer diameter of the starter: about. 146 mm (typical for Quantum/Europa starters)
- Mounting hole spacing: about. 115 mm
- Type of starter: manual, cable, with spring mechanism and cup of takers
- Application: lawn mowers, aerators, scarifiers, other garden and municipal machines with B&S Quantum/Europa engines
A well-chosen starter with the right technical parameters is a guarantee of trouble-free starting and less risk of failure of other engine components.
How to take care of B&S 493295-497598 complete starter to serve as long as possible?
To maximize the life of the starter:
- do not jerk the line too violently - make smooth, firm strokes;
- avoid flooding the starter with high-pressure water (for example, when washing with a pressure washer);
- regularly check the condition of the cable and handle - if there is visible wear, consider replacing the cable before it breaks;
- store the mower and other equipment in a dry, covered place, which will reduce corrosion of metal components.
Thanks to such simple measures, the B&S 493295-497598 R160370 complete starter can work trouble-free for many seasons, ensuring a fast engine start every time.
FAQ - Frequently asked questions about B&S 493295-497598 R160370 complete starter
1. Does this starter fit my Briggs & Stratton Quantum mower?
If your lawn mower has a Briggs & Stratton engine from the Quantum or Europa series, and the old starter shows the numbers 493295 or 497598, this model will be a suitable replacement. If in doubt, check the engine designation (e.g. 12E700, 12F800, etc.).) and compare them with the list of Quantum/Europa series.
2. Is the starter supplied as a complete set?
Yes, it is complete cable starter - after taking out of the package it is ready for installation. No need to reposition the spring or other components from the old starter.
3. Can I replace the starter myself?
Assembly is simple and can usually be done by yourself using basic tools. Simply unscrew the bolts holding the old starter, remove it from the engine housing and screw the new piece in its place, paying attention to the correct alignment of the cup and fit with the carriers.
4. How to recognize that the starter needs to be replaced?
The most common symptoms are: slipping of the mechanism (engine does not turn when jerking), broken or badly frayed cable,damaged casing and lack of handle return when pulled (worn spring). In such cases, replacing the complete starter is the fastest and surest solution.
5. Is the starter suitable for professional use?
Yes, the B&S 493295-497598 R160370 complete starter, thanks to its robust design and fit with popular Quantum/Europa engines, will be great for both domestic and professional applications - such as lawn care companies and heavy-duty municipal equipment use.
WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS
For warranty terms and conditions, please refer to the instruction manual included in the device packaging. Devices covered by the extended warranty (3 and 5 years) require the execution of the mandatory warranty inspections (payable) at the times specified in the warranty terms and conditions.
The obligations of the guarantor under the guarantee are to repair the defective goods, the advertised device is not subject to replacement or cash back.
1. The manufacturer guarantees its products for a period of time:
- Oleo-Mac internal combustion mowers 60 months for consumer use and 12 months otherwise
- Oleo-Mac chainsaws, Oleo-Mac scythes, Oleo-Mac electric mowers, Oleo-Mac trimmers
TR 61 E and TR 91 E, garden tractors. EMAK K-series internal combustion engines powering mowers and
tractors 36 months for consumer use and in other cases 12 months
- Other devices for consumer use 24 months and in other cases 12 months
Additional consumer warranty on Briggs&Stratton engines after the expiration of the manufacturer's warranty period of 12 months -
The condition for maintaining the 36-month warranty period is to perform two paid inspections of the device at an authorized service center - in 12 and 24 month from the date of purchase no later than 7 days after the specified date.
As a condition for maintaining the 60-month warranty period, four paid inspections of the device must be performed at an authorized service center - at 12, 24,36 and 48 months from the date of purchase no later than 7 days after the appointed date. All inspections performed by the dealer must be recorded in the electronic
b2B guarantee settlement system. Internal combustion engines of other brands (Briggs & Stratton, HONDA, KAWASAKI, SUBARU, etc.).) and hydrostatic transmissions are covered by a separate warranty manufacturer. Details of the warranty terms and conditions are contained in separate manuals for the listed components.
2. The warranty covers all damages occurring during the warranty period resulting from the discovery of latent material defects during this period, assembly or technological.
3. The technical staff will proceed with the repair in the time allowed by organizational requirements, always as soon as possible.
4. The choice of how to remove the damage is up to the guarantor, who can remove the defect by repairing the device or replacing the damaged part. Regardless
way of removing the damage, the warranty continues, extended by the time of removal of the damage by the guarantor.
5. Warranty repair can only be carried out on the basis of the device registration in the B2B system or a valid warranty card with proof of purchase.
Failure to register the device, the warranty card or its cancellation will exclude the guarantor's liability under the warranty provided.
6. The user has the right to appeal against the decision of the service point regarding the qualification of the reported failure. The appeal must be submitted only in the form of in writing with a set of documents stating the course of repairs made and a description of the technical condition of the equipment at the time of the original inspection made by the service point.
7. The warranty period is extended by the time necessary for warranty repair. The dates posted on the claim in the b2B electronic guarantee settlement system.
8. The repair shop is required to make entries regarding the scope of warranty repairs in the B2B electronic warranty billing system.
9. For paid repairs performed, the guarantor provides a 3-month warranty on the condition that the repair is carried out in the guarantor's workshop and that the repair is used for the repair original spare parts. The basis for the claim is the proof of purchase of parts and the service performed.
10. Warranty repair is not subject to: damage caused by improper operation, damage caused by using the device for purposes for which it is not intended, damage caused by the use of improper consumables, mechanical damage, and
caused by improper transportation or storage, damage caused by lack of maintenance, components that have suffered wear and tear in service during proper operation.
11. The warranty is voided as a result of structural changes or modifications made by the user, as a result of interference found by the service point
inside the device by unauthorized persons, as a result of breaking or dismantling the carburetor adjustment locks, in the event that entries are found to have been made in the warranty card by unauthorized persons.
12. The warranty does not cover consumable items and items that wear out during the warranty period, such as:
- Consumable components, e.g.: cutting blades, discs, cutting bars, vee heads, filters, starter cables, spark plugs, bulbs, wheels, drums and clutch jaws,
clutches and friction discs, drive belts, safety bolts, cutting chains and guides, high-pressure washer lances.
- Engine components: cylinders, pistons, rings, crankshaft, bearings, pan, carburetor diaphragms.
- Other consumable parts: knife hubs, safety keyways, shock absorbers, bearings, pan, gears, overload fuses, carbon brushes, control ties and cables
- Starting batteries used in machines with an electric starter
- Components not mentioned in these warranty conditions , which obviously wear out during operation, transportation and storage (such as coating painting).
13. Warranty repair does not include installation, adjustment and maintenance activities.
14. Damage such as engine seizure, bent or cracked crankshaft, broken magnet wheel keyway or knife hub are not repairable warranty.
15. If the service center does not fulfill its obligations, the user is obliged to inform the guarantor of this fact. Refusal to comply repair by the service center must be entered in the warranty card. If the guarantor does not recognize the repair as a warranty repair, the cost of repair and transport is covered by the claimant.
16. Defective spare parts replaced under warranty repair are the property of the guarantor.
17. Complaint should be reported to the nearest authorized service center or directly to the guarantor. Reporting a complaint at the point of sale may cause an increase in repair time.
18. During the reception of the device after warranty repair, it is his duty to make sure that the received device is complete and undamaged. The repair point has the obligation to start the device before handing it over to the user after repair.
19. The service point has the right to charge a fee for performing maintenance activities that are the responsibility of the user and require them to be performed before the proceeding with the repair. The repair shop is obliged to replace, at the user's expense, all components that ensure the safety of the work, which have been damaged damage during operation regardless of the consent of the user.
20. A continuously updated list of service points can be found at www.victus.en
21. The warranty for the goods sold does not exclude, limit or suspend the buyer's rights under the warranty provisions for defects in the goods sold.
22. The cost of an unjustified complaint is paid by the complainant.
23. This warranty is valid in the territory of the Republic of Poland.
24. Any damage caused during transport should be immediately reported to the carrier under penalty of voiding the warranty.
25. The warranty does not cover possible damages caused directly or indirectly to persons or things due to defects in the device or resulting from prolonged downtime in the operation of the device.