Wacker Neuson 5000073271 Fuel Valve Lever

The Wacker Neuson Fuel Valve Lever is a genuine OEM component designed for a broad range of Wacker Neuson walk-behind concrete trowels, portable generators, trash pumps, vibratory plates, and power buggies — including the CT36, CT48, and CT30 trowel series, G and GS portable generator families, PT and PDT trash pump lines, WP and VP vibratory plate models, and WB16 power buggies. As a factory-sourced part, the is manufactured to the same specifications as the original, ensuring a direct, no-guesswork installation. With cross-machine compatibility spanning dozens of Wacker Neuson models, this fuel valve lever is a practical stocking part for service shops and contractors running mixed fleets.

Key Features

• Genuine OEM Construction: — Manufactured by Wacker Neuson to the same material grade and dimensional tolerances as the original lever, ensuring consistent actuation feel and positive valve shut-off across every application.
• Direct-Fit Installation: — Matches the original mounting points and pivot geometry, so the lever seats and operates correctly without modification or adjustment to surrounding fuel system components.
• Broad Cross-Machine Compatibility: — A single part number covers CT30, CT36, and CT48 walk-behind trowels; G and GS portable generators; PT, PDT, and PDI trash pumps; WP and VP vibratory plates; WB16 power buggies; and more — simplifying parts inventory for mixed-fleet operators.
• Positive Fuel Flow Control: — A correctly functioning fuel valve lever delivers a crisp on/off action that prevents fuel starvation during operation and supports clean shut-off to protect the carburetor and fuel system during storage or transport.
• Fuel System Safety: — A worn or sticky valve lever can prevent full fuel shut-off, creating a fuel leak risk during storage or service. Replacing a degraded lever promptly maintains proper fuel containment and safe operation.

The fuel valve lever is the manual control that opens and closes the fuel shutoff valve between the tank and the carburetor or fuel inlet. When the lever is in the open position, fuel flows freely to the engine; moving it to the closed position cuts the supply, which is essential for safe transport, storage, and carburetor service. Over time, the lever can crack, break, or lose its indexing detent, leaving the valve stuck open or unable to close fully — which can lead to fuel leaks, hard starts, or flooding. Replacing a damaged lever restores reliable manual fuel control and is one of the simplest preventive maintenance steps on any gasoline-powered machine.

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Compatibility & Fitment

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