The Multiquip 272490S is a genuine OEM Pre-Cleaner designed for Whiteman power buggies and Essick stationary mixer models including WBH21EPA, WBH-16EAWD, WBH-16EAWDF, WBH-21EFP, WBH-21EF, and PRO20. As a direct Multiquip OEM part, the 272490S meets the original build specification for these machines, ensuring the engine air intake system performs as intended. Stocking this part as a service item means you can turn around routine air filter maintenance without delays waiting on sourcing. DHS Equipment supplies genuine Multiquip parts direct, so you can order with confidence that 272490S is the correct part for your machine.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Filtration Grade — Manufactured to Multiquip's original pre-cleaner specification, capturing coarse debris before it reaches the primary air filter element.
- Direct-Fit Installation — Designed to seat directly onto the air cleaner assembly of compatible models with no trimming or adapting required.
- Broad Model Coverage — Fits WBH21EPA, WBH-16EAWD, WBH-16EAWDF, WBH-21EFP, WBH-21EF, and PRO20 machines under a single part number.
- Engine Protection in Dusty Conditions — A functioning pre-cleaner shields the primary filter from heavy particulate loads, extending filter service intervals on construction sites where dust and debris are constant.
- Routine Service Component — Replacing the pre-cleaner on schedule prevents clogged air intake conditions that cause rich running, power loss, and premature engine wear.
A pre-cleaner is the outermost stage of the engine's air filtration system. It wraps around or sits ahead of the primary air filter element and uses a foam or mesh medium to catch larger particles — dust, chaff, and debris — before they reach and prematurely load the main filter. On equipment operating in heavy-duty outdoor environments like power buggies and mixers, the pre-cleaner takes the brunt of airborne contamination. When the pre-cleaner becomes saturated or torn, that protective barrier is lost, forcing the primary filter to work harder and shortening its service life. Replacing a worn pre-cleaner is one of the lowest-cost, highest-impact engine maintenance tasks on these machines.
Part Details
| Part Number | 272490S |
|---|---|
| Brand | Multiquip |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Pre-Cleaner |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model |
|---|---|
| Power Buggies | WBH21EPA |
| Power Buggies | WBH-16EAWD |
| Power Buggies | WBH-16EAWDF |
| Power Buggies | WBH-21EFP |
| Essick Mixers | PRO20 |
| Power Buggies | WBH-21EF |
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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