The Wacker Neuson Gear is a genuine OEM component designed for Pureheat Hydronic Heaters (Oil Burner and Gas Burner models) and Pureheat Hydronic Air Heaters (Diesel). Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this gear meets the exact tolerancing and material specifications of the original part, ensuring the drive system performs exactly as designed. It is confirmed compatible with Pureheat models,, and — verify your model number before ordering to ensure a direct fit.
Key Features
- OEM-Grade Tooth Profile and Material: — Manufactured to the original Wacker Neuson specification, this gear delivers the same tooth geometry and hardness as the part it replaces, maintaining smooth, consistent drive engagement.
- Drop-In Replacement: — Engineered to the same dimensional spec as the original, this gear installs in the same position and mates with existing drive components without modification.
- Broad Pureheat Compatibility: — Fits Pureheat Hydronic Heater Oil Burner, Gas Burner, and Hydronic Air Heater Diesel variants, covering a wide range of Pureheat heating equipment.
- Sustained Heating Output: — A worn or damaged gear can interrupt the burner or pump drive cycle, causing inconsistent heat output or complete shutdown. A correctly functioning replacement restores full, steady heating performance.
- Genuine OEM Confidence: — As an authentic Wacker Neuson part carrying part number 5000166554, it meets the same quality standards as the component originally installed at the factory — no guesswork on fit or function.
The gear in a hydronic heater forms part of the drive train that transfers rotational motion to key internal components such as the burner assembly or circulation pump. When this gear wears, chips, or fails, the driven component loses input power, which can cause erratic burner cycling, loss of fluid circulation, or a complete heater shutdown. Replacing a worn gear promptly with the correct OEM part restores proper drive engagement and ensures the heater maintains its rated heating output throughout the job.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000166554 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0166554 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Gear |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Pureheat Hydronic Heater, Oil Burner | Pureheat | 5000620245, 5000620246, 5000620190, 5000620220 |
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Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
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