The Wacker Neuson Circuit Breaker is a genuine OEM component designed for the HX15 Heat Exchanger (220 V). Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this circuit breaker is the exact part specified for the HX15, ensuring correct electrical ratings and a drop-in fit with no guesswork. If your heat exchanger is tripping power or failing to protect downstream components, replacing this breaker with the factory-correct part restores proper overcurrent protection and gets your unit back to safe, reliable operation.
Key Features
- Factory-Correct Overcurrent Rating — Genuine OEM construction means this breaker carries the precise trip threshold specified for the HX15 220 V electrical system, not a generic approximation.
- Direct-Fit Replacement — Engineered to match the original mounting configuration and terminal connections of the HX15 Heat Exchanger, allowing straightforward installation.
- Verified HX15 Compatibility — Confirmed fitment for the HX15 Heat Exchanger (220 V), eliminating compatibility uncertainty when ordering.
- Electrical System Protection — A functioning circuit breaker is the last line of defense against overcurrent damage to the heat exchanger's wiring and heating components; a worn or failed breaker leaves the system exposed.
- Electrical Safety Compliance — Using the OEM-specified breaker ensures the unit's overcurrent protection meets the original design intent, an important consideration for worksites with electrical safety requirements.
A circuit breaker is an automatic protective switch that interrupts electrical flow when current exceeds a safe threshold — shielding wiring, heating elements, and control components from damage caused by overloads or short circuits. In a 220 V heat exchanger like the HX15, the circuit breaker is a critical safety component: it monitors the load continuously and trips to cut power before a fault can escalate into wiring damage or a fire hazard. A breaker that no longer trips correctly — or fails to reset — compromises the entire unit's electrical safety and should be replaced promptly with the correct OEM part.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000173897 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0173897 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Circuit Breaker |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| HX15 Heat Exchanger, 220 V | HX15 | 5000620255 |
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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