The Wacker Neuson Thermocouple Cable Complete is a genuine OEM component designed for the E5000 Ground Heater and CH5000 Cross Heater series. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this cable assembly carries the temperature sensing signal from the thermocouple probe to the heater's control circuit, ensuring the burner system receives accurate readings for safe and consistent operation. It is a direct-fit replacement for both gas and diesel burner variants of the E5000, as well as CH5000 models equipped with an oil burner or generator and oil burner configuration.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Signal Integrity — Factory-spec insulation and conductor materials maintain accurate millivolt output across the full operating temperature range of the heater.
- Drop-In Cable Replacement — Connector ends match the original heater wiring harness exactly, allowing the cable to seat and lock without modification to the control circuit.
- Broad E5000 and CH5000 Coverage — Confirmed fitment across gas burner, diesel burner, and generator-equipped variants in the E5000 Ground Heater and CH5000 Cross Heater families.
- Burner Lockout Prevention — A correctly functioning thermocouple cable keeps temperature data flowing to the control board; a damaged or degraded cable can cause nuisance shutdowns or prevent the burner from igniting at all.
- Fuel System Safety Relevance — Because this cable is part of the flame-sensing circuit, using a genuine OEM replacement ensures the burner safety shutoff responds as designed when flame loss is detected.
A thermocouple cable carries the low-voltage electrical signal generated by the thermocouple — a temperature-sensing probe positioned near the burner flame — to the heater's control unit. That signal tells the controller whether the burner is lit and at what temperature the system is operating, which directly governs fuel flow and safety shutoff behavior. When the cable becomes damaged, corroded, or develops an open circuit, the controller loses its temperature reference and will typically shut the burner down as a safety precaution, leaving the heater unable to maintain output or restart reliably.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000170366 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0170366 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Thermocouple Cable Complete |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| E5000 GROUND HEATER, W/GAS BURNER | E5000 | 5000620898, 5000620897, 5000620899 |
| Cross Heater with oil burner | CH5000 | 5000620240, 5000620242 |
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Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
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