The Wacker Neuson Burner Panel Heat Shield is a genuine OEM component designed for the HI260 and HI1000 series indirect air heaters. As a direct factory replacement, this part carries the same thermal tolerances and dimensional specs as the original, ensuring it seats correctly within the burner assembly without rework or adaptation. It is verified to fit across multiple HI1000 configurations including Diesel, Gas, and DGM variants, as well as the HI260 oil-fired heater. Sourcing the correct OEM part means you are restoring the heater to its original operating standard — critical in equipment where heat management directly affects output and safety.
Key Features
- Thermal-Grade OEM Construction — Manufactured to withstand the sustained radiant and conductive heat loads generated within the burner chamber, matching the original material specification exactly.
- Drop-In Burner Assembly Fit — Engineered to the same mounting geometry as the factory part, so it installs directly into the burner panel without trimming, shimming, or custom hardware.
- Broad HI Series Compatibility — Fits HI260 oil-fired heaters and the full HI1000 indirect air heater family, including Diesel, Gas, and DGM Electric Brake and Surge Brake configurations.
- Protects Surrounding Components — A functioning heat shield keeps radiant heat directed through the intended airflow path, preventing premature wear on adjacent panels, wiring, and structural members.
- Heat Containment and Operator Safety — In indirect-fired heating equipment, a compromised or missing heat shield can allow uncontrolled heat migration toward fuel and electrical components — making correct shield replacement a safety-critical repair.
- Genuine Wacker Neuson OEM Part — Part number 5200009068 is sourced directly through the Wacker Neuson OEM supply chain, so you get the same part that left the factory with the machine.
The burner panel heat shield sits within the combustion and heat exchange section of an indirect-fired air heater, acting as a barrier that contains and directs heat generated by the burner away from sensitive surrounding components. By channeling thermal energy efficiently through the heat exchanger, it helps the unit maintain consistent warm air output while protecting the heater's structural panels, fuel lines, and wiring from radiant heat damage. When the shield is cracked, warped, or missing, heat distribution becomes uneven, output drops, and adjacent components are exposed to temperatures they are not designed to handle — making timely replacement essential to both performance and safe operation.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5200009068 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Burner Panel Heat Shield |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| HI260 HEATER,OIL WITH TANK | HI260 | 5200018503, 5200018504 |
| HI1000 Indirect Air Heater, Diesel w/Tank | HI1000 | 5200011232, 5200011233, 5200011231, 5100049274, 5100049273 |
| HI1000 Indirect Air Heater, DGM, Electric Break | HI1000DGM | 5200011234, 5200011235, 5100049275, 5100049276 |
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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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