The Wacker Neuson is a genuine OEM Contact Safety Device designed for the DPU 7060 and DPU 7060RC reversible vibratory plate compactors. As a direct Wacker Neuson OEM part, the is produced to the same specification as the original component installed at the factory, ensuring proper fit and correct operation within the machine's safety circuit. This part is confirmed compatible with both the standard DPU 7060 and the remote-controlled DPU 7060RC variants, covering 70 kN class reversible plate compactors in the DPU family.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Electrical Integrity — Manufactured to exact switch and circuit specifications, ensuring the safety device triggers and responds correctly within the DPU's control system.
- Direct-Fit Replacement — Engineered to install in the same position and connect to the same contacts as the original, with no modification to existing wiring or mounting points needed.
- Confirmed DPU 7060 Fitment — Compatible with both the DPU 7060 (standard 70 kN, 60 cm/24 in reversible plate) and the DPU 7060RC (remote-controlled variant).
- Operator Safety Compliance — A functioning Contact Safety Device is a critical part of the machine's operator-present protection system; replacing a worn or failed unit restores intended safety behavior and keeps the compactor operating within its designed safety parameters.
- Sourced Direct from Wacker Neuson — Genuine OEM part backed by Wacker Neuson's parts program, giving you confidence that the component matches the original in both form and function.
The Contact Safety Device on a DPU reversible vibratory plate compactor is a switch-based safety component that monitors operator contact or control input and controls whether the machine is permitted to run or move. It acts as a dead-man or presence-sensing element within the machine's safety circuit, cutting power or stopping machine operation if the operator releases control or an unsafe condition is detected. When this device fails or wears out, the machine may refuse to start, shut down unexpectedly during operation, or — in a worst case — lose the safety interlock intended to protect the operator, making prompt replacement essential.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000046062 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0046062 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Contact Safety Device |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Reversible Vibratory Plate, 70 kN, 60cm/24in | DPU 7060 | 5000007938 |
| Reversible Vibratory Plate, 70 kN, Remote Controll | DPU 7060RC | 5000007939 |
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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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