The Multiquip 1202 Negative Battery Cable 4 GA x 23 is a genuine OEM replacement cable designed for Multiquip and Whiteman ride-on and walk-behind power trowel models including MD105, JWN24HTCSL, HTN28K, HTN27K, HHN34TVD, and J36E2. This is a direct OEM part sourced through Multiquip's authorized supply chain, ensuring correct gauge, length, and terminal configuration for a drop-in installation. If your machine is showing signs of intermittent electrical faults, slow cranking, or a no-start condition, a compromised ground cable is a common culprit worth inspecting first. DHS Equipment stocks this part to help you get your trowel back in service without unnecessary delays.
Key Features
- OEM-Spec Conductor Rating — 4-gauge cable construction delivers the correct current-carrying capacity for the trowel's starter circuit, meeting the original electrical design intent.
- Correct Length for Direct Installation — The 23-inch specified length matches the original cable run, allowing the negative terminal connection to seat without rerouting or splicing.
- Broad Trowel Fitment — Confirmed for MD105, JWN24HTCSL, HTN28K, HTN27K, HHN34TVD, HHN34TVD, J36E2, and related Whiteman and Multiquip ride-on and walk-behind power trowel series.
- Maintains a Clean Ground Path — A healthy negative cable ensures stable voltage reference across the electrical system, preventing erratic engine behavior and protecting sensitive ignition or control components.
- Electrical Safety Integrity — A degraded ground cable can cause voltage spikes and unintended current paths; replacing with a correct OEM cable restores the designed fault-protection behavior of the trowel's electrical circuit.
The negative battery cable provides the ground return path between the battery's negative terminal and the machine's chassis or engine block. Without a solid, low-resistance ground connection, the starter motor cannot draw sufficient current to crank the engine reliably, and other electrical components may behave erratically or fail to operate. Over time, battery cables can suffer from corrosion at the terminals, cracked insulation, or broken conductors inside the jacket — all of which increase resistance in the ground circuit and cause symptoms that can easily be mistaken for a failing battery or starter.
Need help confirming this is the right part for your machine? Contact the DHS Equipment parts team with your model and serial number and we'll verify fitment before you order.
Part Details
| Part Number | 1202 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Multiquip |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Negative Battery Cable 4 GA x 23 |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model |
|---|---|
| Hydraulic Ride-On Power Trowels | MD105 |
| Whiteman Ride-On Power Trowels | JWN24HTCSL/HSCSL |
| Whiteman Ride-On Power Trowels | HTN28K |
| Whiteman Ride-On Power Trowels | HTN27K |
| Whiteman Ride-On Power Trowels | HHN34TVD |
| Whiteman Walk-Behind Power Trowels | J36E2 |
| International Walk-Behind Power Trowels | J SERIES CHINA |
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.
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