The Wacker Neuson is a genuine OEM Circuit Breaker 2 Pole 24 Amp designed for the G5.6A and GS5.6A series portable generators. As a direct factory replacement, this breaker restores proper overload and short-circuit protection to your generator's electrical output circuit. Confirmed fitment covers multiple G5.6A and GS5.6A configurations, including standard, electric-start, and wheel-kit variants. When your existing breaker trips repeatedly or fails to reset, swapping in Wacker Neuson part brings the unit back to full operating spec.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Overcurrent Protection — Factory-sourced 2-pole, 24-amp rating matches the original breaker's trip curve exactly, so the circuit opens at the correct load threshold — not too early, not too late.
- Drop-In Terminal Compatibility — Replaces the original breaker on a terminal-for-terminal basis; the pole configuration and panel footprint align with the existing mounting position in the G5.6A and GS5.6A control panel.
- Broad G5.6A and GS5.6A Coverage — Fits standard, electric-start, and wheel-kit variants across multiple serial-number ranges, making this a single part number that covers a wide span of the 5.6A generator family.
- Output Circuit Integrity — A functioning breaker ensures connected equipment receives consistent, protected power; a worn or intermittently tripping breaker can cause nuisance shutdowns, voltage instability, and potential damage to downstream tools.
- Electrical Safety Compliance — Circuit breakers are a primary safety component in any generator's power distribution system. Using the correct OEM-rated breaker ensures the protection device responds predictably under fault conditions.
A circuit breaker is the electrical safety gatekeeper between a generator's output and whatever tools or equipment are plugged into it. When current draw exceeds the rated amperage — whether from an overload, a short circuit, or a fault in connected equipment — the breaker trips and interrupts the circuit before wiring or components can be damaged. On the G5.6A and GS5.6A generators, the 2-pole configuration protects both legs of the output simultaneously, which is essential for balanced load management. A breaker that fails to trip exposes the generator to serious damage, while one that nuisance-trips at normal loads leaves tools without power when they are needed most.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000088170 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0088170 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Circuit Breaker 2 Pole 24 Amp |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Portable Generator with Electr ic Start | GS5.6A | 5000007191, 5000008046 |
| Portable Generator | G5.6A | 5000007190, 5000008045, 5000009431, 5000620008 |
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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