The Wacker Neuson Choke Spring is a genuine OEM component designed for the GPi1700, GPi3200, GPSi3200, GPi4300, and GPSi4300 portable inverter generator series. As a direct OEM replacement, it is manufactured to the same specifications as the original part, ensuring consistent performance and a straightforward installation with no guesswork. This spring fits across a wide range of Wacker Neuson inverter generator configurations, making it the trusted choice for technicians and operators maintaining these machines in the field or shop.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Spring Tension Integrity — Manufactured to original tension specifications, so the choke plate operates with the correct resistance — not too stiff, not too loose — for proper cold-start enrichment every time.
- Direct Drop-In Replacement — Engineered to seat and hook exactly as the original, making installation straightforward for any technician familiar with small engine carburetors.
- Broad Inverter Generator Coverage — Verified fitment across the GPi1700, GPi3200, GPSi3200, GPi4300, and GPSi4300 series, covering multiple production runs and configuration codes.
- Consistent Cold-Start Performance — A properly tensioned choke spring allows the choke to open and close at the right moment during startup, preventing rough running, flooding, or hard starting.
- Fuel System Safety Relevance — A failed or weak choke spring can leave the choke plate stuck open or closed, leading to an over-rich mixture, raw fuel entering the engine, or inability to start — replacing it promptly protects both the engine and operator.
The choke spring is a small but critical component in the carburetor assembly of an inverter generator. Its job is to return the choke plate to the correct position during and after startup, regulating the air-to-fuel mixture so the engine fires reliably in cold conditions and transitions smoothly to normal operation. When the spring weakens, breaks, or loses tension, the choke may stick closed — causing the engine to run rich, foul the spark plug, or fail to start — or it may not close at all, making cold starts difficult and inconsistent.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000226187 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0226187 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Choke Spring |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Portable Inverter Generator | GPi1700 | 5000620777, 5000620778 |
| Portable Inverter Generator | GPi3200 | 5000620779, 5000620960, 5000620781 |
| Portable Inverter Generator | GPSi3200 | 5000620780, 5000620961, 5000620936 |
| GPi4300 | GPi4300 | 5000620962, 5000620782, 5000620784 |
| GPSi4300 | GPSi4300 | 5000620963, 5000620783 |
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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