The Wacker Neuson Lock Cam is a genuine OEM component designed for the HP252 and Pureheat Hydronic Heater series, including both the Oil Burner and Gas Burner variants. As a direct OEM part, it is manufactured to the exact specifications required by Wacker Neuson for these hydronic heating systems, ensuring a correct, trouble-free installation every time. Whether you are servicing a Pureheat Hydronic Heater or maintaining an HP252 unit, part number is the correct replacement to restore proper operation. Keeping this small but critical locking component in good condition helps maintain the mechanical integrity of the heater assembly.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Dimensional Accuracy — Manufactured to exact Wacker Neuson tolerances, ensuring the cam engages and releases cleanly without binding or misalignment in the locking mechanism.
- Drop-In Installation — Engineered as a direct replacement that seats into the existing assembly without modification, fitting the same mounting geometry as the original part.
- Broad Pureheat Series Coverage — Compatible with the HP252, Pureheat Hydronic Heater Oil Burner, and Pureheat Hydronic Heater Gas Burner models, covering the core Wacker Neuson hydronic heater lineup.
- Maintains Secure Locking Function — A worn or failed lock cam can compromise the locking action of the heater assembly, leading to operational instability; replacing it restores confident, positive engagement.
- Fuel-System Adjacent Safety — On oil and gas burner heater models, correctly functioning locking hardware supports safe containment and alignment of burner components, making timely replacement important for safe heater operation.
The lock cam is a mechanical locking component that engages within the heater assembly to hold panels, covers, or connected components securely in position during operation. On hydronic heaters like the Pureheat and HP252 series, which generate and circulate heat through a fluid loop, maintaining the structural integrity of all mechanical fastening and locking hardware is essential to keeping the unit operating safely and efficiently. When the lock cam wears, cracks, or loses its geometry, it can fail to hold its mated components in proper alignment, potentially causing assembly looseness, improper sealing, or access panel issues that affect overall heater performance.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000168582 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0168582 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Lock Cam |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| HP252 | HP252 | 5000620249 |
| Pureheat Hydronic Heater, Oil Burner | Pureheat | 5000620245, 5000620246 |
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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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