The Multiquip 8381 Toggle Switch Boot is a genuine OEM replacement designed for Whiteman and HTN/HHN/JWN series ride-on power trowels. As an authorized Multiquip OEM part, the 8381 is manufactured to the same specification as the original component, ensuring a correct, trouble-free installation. Compatible models include JWN24HTCSL/HSCSL, HHN34TVD, HHN31V, HTN28K, HTN27K, HTNS5S-2, HTN-KOHLER/ONAN/HONDA, and JTO-Series ride-on trowels. When your switch boot cracks, tears, or goes missing, replacing it promptly with part 8381 protects the electrical components beneath it and keeps your machine running safely.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Construction — Molded to the exact material grade and dimensional spec of the original boot, ensuring a snug seal over the toggle switch body.
- Direct-Fit Installation — Slides onto the toggle switch shaft without cutting, trimming, or modification, matching the original mounting interface on all covered models.
- Broad Trowel Compatibility — Confirmed fitment across JWN24, HHN34TVD, HHN31V, HTN28K, HTN27K, HTNS5S-2, HTN-series, and JTO-Series Whiteman ride-on power trowels.
- Electrical Protection — Creates a barrier against moisture, concrete dust, and debris that would otherwise reach the switch contacts and cause intermittent operation or failure.
- Safety-Critical Component — A compromised or missing toggle switch boot exposes live switch contacts on an operating machine; replacing it restores the intended operator protection.
The toggle switch boot is a flexible rubber or elastomeric cover that fits over the base of a toggle switch, sealing the gap between the switch body and the panel it mounts through. On ride-on power trowels, the operator controls are exposed to water, slurry, and fine concrete dust throughout normal use, and the boot acts as the first line of defense keeping those contaminants away from the switch mechanism. When the boot deteriorates or is lost, moisture and abrasive particles can work into the switch, causing erratic behavior, switch failure, or a potential shock hazard — making timely replacement an important part of routine electrical maintenance.
Need help confirming fitment? Contact the DHS Equipment team with your model and serial number and we will verify that part 8381 is the correct toggle switch boot for your machine.
Part Details
| Part Number | 8381 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Multiquip |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Toggle Switch Boot |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model |
|---|---|
| Whiteman Ride-On Power Trowels | JWN24HTCSL/HSCSL |
| International Ride-On Power Trowels | HTNS5S-2 |
| Whiteman Ride-On Power Trowels | HTN-KHOLER/ONAN/HONDA |
| Whiteman Ride-On Power Trowels | JTO-SERIES |
| Whiteman Ride-On Power Trowels | HHN34TVD |
| Whiteman Ride-On Power Trowels | HHN31V |
| Whiteman Ride-On Power Trowels | HTN28K |
| Whiteman Ride-On Power Trowels | HTN27K |
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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