The Wacker Neuson Recoil Starter is a genuine OEM recoil starter designed for a wide range of Wacker Neuson DPU series vibratory plate compactors, including the DPU 3050H, DPU 3060H, DPU 3070H, DPU 5260H, DPU 5275H, DPU 6260H, and DPU 6275H series machines. As a genuine Wacker Neuson part, the is manufactured to the same specification as the original component fitted at the factory, ensuring a direct, hassle-free installation. This recoil starter covers an extensive fitment list spanning multiple DPU model families, making it a go-to service part for fleet operators and equipment dealers alike. Confirm your model number against the fitment list before ordering to ensure compatibility with your specific machine.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Pull-Start Engagement: — Engineered to deliver consistent cord tension and positive spring recoil, so the engine catches cleanly on every pull without slippage or cord fatigue.
- Direct-Fit Replacement: — Matches the original mounting pattern and rope routing of the factory-fitted unit, so installation follows the standard service procedure with no modifications to the housing or engine cover.
- Broad DPU Series Compatibility: — Fits DPU 3050H, DPU 3060H, DPU 3070H, DPU 3750H, DPU 3760H, DPU 5247H, DPU 5260H, DPU 5275H, DPU 6260H, and DPU 6275H model families, covering both standard and HE/HEH variants.
- Consistent Cold-Start Performance: — A properly functioning recoil starter delivers the sharp, high-RPM pull needed to fire the engine reliably, especially in cold morning conditions on a compaction site.
- Operator Safety Compliance: — A worn or broken recoil starter can result in sudden cord snap-back or a rope that jams mid-pull; replacing with a genuine OEM unit maintains the controlled, safe pull-start action the machine was designed to deliver.
The recoil starter is the manual pull-start mechanism that transfers the force of the operator's pull into a brief burst of engine rotation sufficient to initiate combustion. Inside the housing, a coiled return spring automatically rewinds the rope after each pull, while a set of pawls or dogs engage the engine flywheel during the pull stroke and disengage cleanly as the engine fires. When the starter rope frays, the return spring loses tension, or the pawl mechanism wears, the engine becomes difficult or impossible to start manually — bringing the compactor to a standstill until the assembly is replaced.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5100080999 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Recoil Starter |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| DPU 3050H | DPU 3050H | 5000610039 |
| DPU 3060H | DPU 3060H | 5000610040 |
| DPU 3070H | DPU 3070H | 5000610041 |
| DPU 3060H-TS | DPU 3060H-TS | 5000610042 |
| DPU 3050HE | DPU 3050HE | 5000610298 |
| DPU 3060HE-TS | DPU 3060HE-TS | 5000610302 |
| DPU 3750Hts | DPU 3750Hts | 5000610321 |
| DPU 3750Hets | DPU 3750Hets | 5000610322 |
| DPU 3760Hts | DPU 3760Hts | 5000610358 |
| DPU 3760Hets | DPU 3760Hets | 5000610359 |
| DPU6275Heh | DPU6275Heh | 5100058467 |
| DPU5260Heh | DPU5260Heh | 5100060825 |
| DPU5260He | DPU5260He | 5100076465 |
| DPU5260Hehp | DPU5260Hehp | 5100076466 |
| DPU5260Hehcb+ | DPU5260Hehcb+ | 5100076467 |
| DPU5260Hehcpb+ | DPU5260Hehcpb+ | 5100076468 |
| DPU6260Hehp | DPU6260Hehp | 5100076469 |
| DPU6260Hehcb+ | DPU6260Hehcb+ | 5100076470 |
| Vibration Plate DPU6275He | DPU6275He | 5100076471 |
| Vibration Plate DPU6275Hecb+ | DPU6275Hecb+ | 5100076472 |
| DPU6275Hehcb+ | DPU6275Hehcb+ | 5100076473 |
| Vibration Plate DPU5260Hep | DPU5260Hep | 5100077269 |
| DPU5275Heh | DPU5275Heh | 5100077270 |
| DPU5260H | DPU5260H | 5100077271 |
| Vibration Plate DPU5260Hehcpb+ LOXAM | DPU5260Hehcb+ LOXAM | 5100077272 |
| DPU5275Hehcb+ | DPU5275Hehcb+ | 5100077273 |
| Vibration Plate DPU5260Hp | DPU5260Hp | 5100077274 |
| DPU5260Hecpb+ | DPU5260Hecpb+ | 5100077275 |
| Vibration Plate DPU5275He | DPU5275He | 5100077276 |
| DPU5247Heh | DPU5247Heh | 5100077277 |
| Vibration Plate DPU5275H | DPU5275H | 5100077278 |
| DPU6260Heh | DPU6260Heh | 5100077280 |
| DPU6260Hehcpb+ | DPU6260Hehcpb+ | 5100077282 |
| Vibration Plate DPU6275H | DPU6275H | 5100077283 |
| DPU6260He | DPU6260He | 5100077284 |
| Vibration Plate DPU6260Hep | DPU6260Hep | 5100077285 |
| DPU6260Hecb+ | DPU6260Hecb+ | 5100077286 |
| Vibration Plate DPU6260Hecpb+ | DPU6260Hecpb+ | 5100077287 |
| Vibration Plate DPU6260H | DPU6260H | 5100077288 |
| Vibration Plate DPU6260Hp | DPU6260Hp | 5100077290 |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
Why Buy From DHS Equipment
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