The Multiquip EM28420 Recoil Starter Reel is a genuine OEM component designed for a wide range of Multiquip and Whiteman equipment, including walk-behind power trowels, concrete and mortar mixers, plate compactors, masonry saws, generators, and concrete vibrators. As a factory-sourced part, the EM28420 meets the original design and material specifications used during production, ensuring a correct, consistent installation every time. This reel is confirmed to fit models including CA4HM, MC64P, MC44S, WM70S, WM70P, QP205SH, MP1455HP, MP120E, MP115E, MP1H, GAC2.2HZ, MVC90H, CA-4-4H, and G55H. Sourcing a genuine OEM reel means no guesswork on fit — the cord routing, housing geometry, and spring tension are all matched to your machine's original recoil system.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Spring Tension and Cord Geometry — Matched to the original recoil assembly spec so the pull force and return action perform exactly as the engine manufacturer intended.
- Drop-In Housing Compatibility — Designed to seat directly into the existing recoil starter housing with no reworking of mounting points or cord anchors.
- Broad Cross-Model Fitment — A single reel services trowels (CA4HM, CA-4-4H), mixers (MC64P, MC44S, WM70S, WM70P), plate compactors (MVC90H), saws (MP1455HP, MP120E, MP115E, MP1H), generators (GAC2.2HZ), and vibrators (G55H).
- Consistent Cold and Warm Starts — A properly tensioned reel retracts fully and engages the engine's starter mechanism cleanly, supporting reliable starts across varying temperatures and load conditions.
- Durable Reel Construction — Built to withstand the repeated high-cycle demands of daily equipment startup, resisting cord groove wear and spring fatigue over extended service life.
The recoil starter reel is the core rotating component of a manual pull-start system. When the operator pulls the starter cord, the reel unwinds and engages a clutch or pawl mechanism that spins the engine over to initiate combustion. A coiled return spring inside the reel retracts the cord back to its ready position after each pull. When the reel wears out — through a broken return spring, a cracked housing, or a worn cord groove — the cord either fails to retract or cannot transmit enough rotational energy to turn the engine over, leaving the machine unable to start. Replacing the reel with a genuine OEM unit like the Multiquip EM28420 restores the full pull-and-return cycle and gets the engine starting cleanly again.
For questions about fitment or to confirm compatibility with your specific unit, contact the DHS Equipment team directly.
Part Details
| Part Number | EM28420 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Multiquip |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Recoil Starter Reel |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model |
|---|---|
| Whiteman Walk-Behind Power Trowels | CA4HM |
| MQ Mixers | MC64P/S |
| Whiteman Mixers | WM70S/P |
| MQ Mixers | MC44S |
| Centrifugal Pumps | QP205SH |
| Saws | MP1455HP |
| Saws | MP120E |
| Saws | MP115E |
| Saws | MP1H |
| Gasoline Powered Generators | GAC2.2HZ |
| Plate Compactors | MVC90H |
| International Walk-Behind Power Trowels | CA-4-4H |
| Vibrators | G55H |
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.
