The Wacker Neuson is a genuine OEM Muffler Clamp designed for the E5000, E1250S, E1250P, and HSH380S series hydronic surface heaters and ground heaters. As a factory-sourced component, it is manufactured to the exact dimensions and material specifications required by these machines, ensuring a secure, rattle-free exhaust connection right out of the box. This clamp fits across a range of fuel configurations within these families, including diesel, natural gas, and propane variants.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Construction: — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's exact clamping force and material specifications — critical for maintaining a sealed, leak-free exhaust joint on hydronic heater burner systems.
- Direct Bolt-On Replacement: — Matches the original clamp diameter and band width, so it seats correctly on the muffler connection without modification to existing hardware.
- Broad Fitment Across Heater Families: — Compatible with E5000 Ground Heaters, E1250S and E1250P Hydronic Heaters, HSH380S units, and Pureheat Hydronic Heaters across diesel, LP, and natural gas configurations.
- Maintains Exhaust Integrity: — A worn or cracked muffler clamp can allow exhaust gases to escape at the joint, disrupting combustion backpressure and creating a safety concern in enclosed or confined heating environments.
- Exhaust Seal Safety: — Proper clamping torque on a combustion appliance keeps exhaust gases routed away from the work area; using the correct OEM clamp ensures the joint holds to spec under thermal cycling.
A muffler clamp secures the muffler or exhaust pipe to the burner or exhaust outlet on a heater, holding the joint under compression to prevent exhaust gas leaks and dampen vibration between components. On hydronic heaters and ground heaters like the E5000 and HSH380S series, the burner runs continuously for extended periods, which means the clamp is subjected to repeated heat-and-cool cycles that gradually relax clamping force. When the clamp loosens or fails, exhaust gases can escape at the joint, reducing combustion efficiency and potentially exposing workers to fumes — making timely replacement with the correct part essential.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000168368 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0168368 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Muffler Clamp |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| E5000 GROUND HEATER, W/DIESEL BURNER | E5000 | 5000620897, 5000620899 |
| Pureheat Hydronic Heater, Oil Burner | Pureheat | 5000620245, 5000620246, 5000620190 |
| E1250S | E1250S | 5200012355, 5200012354 |
| HSH380s | HSH 380S | 5100054643 |
| E 1250P Hydronic Heater, Premium, Diesel | E1250P | 5200012357, 5200012356 |
| HSH380S-Diesel, with Generator | HSH380S | 5200012371, 5200012370 |
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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