The Husqvarna 588155801 Starter Pulley is a genuine OEM component designed for K760, K760II, K770, K960, and K970 power cutters. As a direct OEM replacement, this pulley is manufactured to Husqvarna's original specifications, ensuring the recoil starter assembly engages and functions exactly as intended. DHS Equipment supplies this part to help keep your power cutter operating at full capacity. Cross-reference part number 588155801 against your parts diagram to confirm fitment before ordering.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Construction — Manufactured to Husqvarna's original dimensional and material specifications, ensuring the pulley seats and rotates correctly within the recoil starter housing.
- Direct Recoil Starter Fit — Designed to drop into the existing starter assembly on compatible power cutters without alteration, restoring the rope-winding mechanism to proper operating condition.
- Broad K-Series Compatibility — Fits K760, K760II, K770, K960, and K970 power cutters, covering a wide range of Husqvarna's professional handheld cutting lineup.
- Restored Starting Performance — A worn or cracked starter pulley causes the recoil rope to slip, bind, or fail to retract — replacing it with this OEM part restores smooth, consistent pull-start engagement every time.
- Operator Safety Assurance — A correctly functioning starter pulley prevents the rope from jamming or snapping under tension, reducing the risk of injury during startup on a high-powered cut-off saw.
The starter pulley is the grooved spool at the center of the recoil starter assembly that winds and stores the pull-cord under spring tension. When the operator pulls the starter rope, the pulley spins and transfers rotational force to the engine crankshaft to initiate combustion. Over time, the pulley can crack, chip, or wear smooth from repeated use, causing the rope to slip out of the groove or the recoil mechanism to lose tension — making the engine difficult or impossible to start. Replacing a damaged pulley with a properly spec'd OEM part is one of the most straightforward ways to restore dependable startup performance on a K-series power cutter.
Part Details
| Part Number | 588155801 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Husqvarna |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Starter Pulley |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model |
|---|---|
| Power Cutter | K760 |
| Power Cutter | K770 |
| Power Cutter | K970 |
| Power Cutter | K760II |
| Power Cutter | K960 |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
Why Buy From DHS Equipment
Every part is verified against the manufacturer's part number before it ships, so what you order is what arrives. We carry parts from leading OEM brands and our own DHS Quality Parts line of professional aftermarket components. Need help finding the right part? Our team is available to confirm compatibility whenever you need it. Orders are processed fast to keep your jobs on track. We don't just sell parts. We keep you jobsite ready.
Questions? Contact our team at [email protected] or 866-611-9369 — DHS Equipment is here to help you maintain peak performance.
