The Wacker Neuson Adapter is a genuine OEM component designed for the HSH and E-Series hydronic surface heaters, including the HSH350, HSH380B, HSH380S, E1100, E1250, E5000, HP252, and Pureheat series. As a direct factory replacement, this adapter is sourced to exact Wacker Neuson specifications, ensuring a correct connection within the hydronic heating circuit. It fits both gas and diesel burner configurations across this wide range of ground and surface heater models, making it a versatile service part for contractors and equipment fleet managers alike.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Construction — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's exact dimensional and material specifications, ensuring correct thread engagement and leak-free sealing within the hydronic circuit.
- Direct Drop-In Replacement — Connects into the existing hydronic plumbing configuration without modification, restoring the original fluid pathway in the heating system.
- Broad Fitment Across HSH and E-Series — Compatible with HSH350, HSH380B, HSH380S, E1100, E1250B, E1250S, E1250P, E5000, HP252, and Pureheat hydronic heaters in both LP/NG and diesel variants.
- Maintains Heating System Integrity — A correctly installed adapter keeps the hydronic fluid circuit sealed and flowing, preventing heat loss, pressure drop, or fluid leakage that can compromise ground thawing or concrete curing operations.
- Fuel-Type Versatility — Covers machines running on natural gas, propane, and diesel burner configurations, so one part number serves multiple units in a mixed fleet.
The adapter serves as a connection point within the hydronic heating circuit, allowing fluid lines, hoses, or fittings to interface correctly with the heater's internal plumbing. In hydronic surface heaters, the heating fluid must circulate without restriction or leakage to transfer heat efficiently to hoses laid across a work surface — whether for ground thawing, frost prevention, or concrete curing. A worn, cracked, or missing adapter disrupts that sealed circuit, leading to fluid loss, reduced heating output, and potential downtime during cold-weather operations when reliable heat delivery is most critical.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000168608 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0168608 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Adapter |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| E5000 GROUND HEATER, W/GAS BURNER | E5000 | 5000620898, 5000620897, 5000620899 |
| Hydronic Surface Heater | HSH350 | 5000620254, 5200001677 |
| HP252 | HP252 | 5000620249 |
| Pureheat Hydronic Heater, Oil Burner | Pureheat | 5000620245, 5000620246 |
| E1250S | E1250S | 5200012355, 5200012354 |
| E1100 GROUND HEATER | E1100 | 5000620172, 5000620244, 5200001676 |
| E12540B | E1250B | 5200012353, 5200007613 |
| HSH380s | HSH 380S | 5100054643 |
| E 1250P Hydronic Heater, Premium, Diesel | E1250P | 5200012357, 5200012356 |
| HSH380S-Diesel, with Generator | HSH380S | 5200012371, 5200012370 |
| HSH380B-Diesel, without generator | HSH380B | 5200012359, 5200007614 |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
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