The Wacker Neuson Choke Valve is a genuine OEM component designed for CT36-9, CT48-9, and PT3 series machines, including power trowels and centrifugal trash pumps. As a direct factory replacement, this part is built to the same specification as the original, ensuring a drop-in fit with no guesswork at the point of installation. Whether you're servicing a CT36-9 trowel or a PT3 trash pump, this is the correct part sourced straight from Wacker Neuson. Verify your model number against the fitment list below to confirm compatibility before ordering.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Choke Function: — Manufactured to original Wacker Neuson tolerances, ensuring the choke valve opens and closes with the same airflow restriction profile as the part it replaces.
- Direct Drop-In Replacement: — Matches the original mounting points and linkage geometry on compatible engines, so installation follows the standard service procedure without modification.
- Broad Fitment Across Two Machine Families: — Covers CT36-9, CT48-9 power trowels and PT3 centrifugal trash pumps, making it a useful stock item for mixed Wacker Neuson fleets.
- Supports Clean Cold-Start Performance: — A correctly functioning choke valve richens the fuel-air mixture during startup, helping the engine fire reliably in cold or low-temperature conditions. A failed or stuck choke leads to hard starting and rough idle.
- Fuel System Safety: — A properly seating choke valve prevents unmetered airflow into the carburetor, maintaining correct mixture ratios and reducing the risk of fuel system irregularities during operation.
The choke valve is a critical component of the carburetor's air intake circuit. Its job is to temporarily restrict airflow entering the carburetor, creating a richer fuel-air mixture that helps a cold engine start and run smoothly before it reaches operating temperature. On equipment like power trowels and trash pumps that are frequently started in demanding field conditions, a functioning choke valve is essential to consistent engine startup. When the choke valve sticks, warps, or fails to seat correctly, operators typically experience hard starting, excessive cranking, or a rough-running engine that struggles to reach full power.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000217550 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0217550 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Choke Valve |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| CT36-9-V Trowel | CT36-9-V | 5000009447, 5000620834 |
| CT36-9 Trowel | CT36-9 | 5000009444, 5000620833 |
| CT48-9 Trowel | CT48-9 | 5000009453, 5000620838 |
| PT3 Pump | PT3 | 5000009321, 5000009322, 5000009323 |
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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