The Wacker Neuson Fuel Cap is a genuine OEM component designed for a wide range of Wacker Neuson ground heaters, hydronic surface heaters, indirect-fired air heaters, and mobile drying systems — including the E5000, E2200, E3000, E1100, HSH700, CUB400, CUB700, Pureheat, S3000, CH5000, E700M, and MC5200 series. As a genuine OEM part, the is manufactured to the same specifications as the original component installed at the factory, ensuring a direct, accurate fit with no guesswork. This fuel cap is a straightforward service item, but getting the right part matters — an ill-fitting cap can compromise the fuel system's integrity and create hazardous conditions on the worksite. Stock one on hand before your next seasonal startup or scheduled service.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Seal Integrity — Manufactured to exact material and thread specifications, this cap forms a secure, vapor-tight closure over the fuel filler opening — critical for equipment operating in demanding heating applications.
- Direct Thread-On Replacement — The 5000168273 installs directly onto the original fuel tank filler neck with no modifications, matching the OEM thread pitch and cap diameter of the original part.
- Broad Heater Series Compatibility — Fits a wide range of Wacker Neuson heating equipment including the E5000, E2200, E3000, E1100, HSH700, CUB400, CUB700, CUB700GM, CUB700M, Pureheat, S3000, E700M, CH5000, and MC5200 series.
- Fuel System Protection — A properly sealing fuel cap prevents fuel evaporation, contamination from debris and moisture, and pressure irregularities that can cause inconsistent burner performance or difficult cold-weather starts.
- Fuel System Safety — A damaged or missing fuel cap on combustion heating equipment is a genuine fire and vapor hazard. Replacing with the correct OEM cap keeps the fuel system properly sealed and compliant with safe operating requirements.
The fuel cap seals the fuel tank filler opening on combustion-powered heating equipment, preventing fuel loss through evaporation, blocking moisture and debris from entering the tank, and maintaining the correct pressure balance within the fuel system. On ground heaters and hydronic surface heaters that often run continuously in harsh winter conditions, a compromised or missing cap can allow water ingress or fuel contamination that disrupts burner operation. A worn or cracked cap should be replaced promptly — it is a low-cost part that plays a direct role in the safe, uninterrupted performance of the heating system.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000168273 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0168273 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Fuel Cap |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| E5000 GROUND HEATER, W/GAS BURNER | E5000 | 5000620898, 5000620897, 5000620899 |
| HSH700 | HSH700G | 5000620243 |
| E2200 GROUND HEATER | E2200 | 5000620176, 5000620215, 5000620216, 5000620226 |
| Skid Mounted-Indirect Fired Ai r Heat, Diesel | CUB700 | 5000620213, 5000620687 |
| Pureheat Hydronic Heater, Oil Burner | Pureheat | 5000620245, 5000620246, 5000620190 |
| Hydronic Surface Heater w/ Gen erator, 3000 ft hose | S3000 | 5000620218, 5000620182 |
| Skid Mounted-Indirect Fired Ai r Heater, Diesel | CUB400 | 5000620211, 5000620615 |
| E3000 Hydronic Surface Heater with generator | E3000 | 5000620219, 5000620158 |
| Mobile Drying System | MC5200 | 5000620201, 5000620232 |
| E1100 GROUND HEATER | E1100 | 5000620172, 5000620244 |
| Hydronic Surface Heater, 700m hose | E700M | 5000620195 |
| Mobile Indirect Fired Air Heat er, Diesel w/Genset | CUB700GM | 5000620759 |
| Mobile Indirect Fired Air Heat er, Diesel | CUB700M | 5000620758 |
| Cross Heater with oil burner | CH5000 | 5000620240, 5000620242 |
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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