The Wacker Neuson Receptacle Socket is a genuine OEM component designed for the E5000 Ground Heater and Pureheat Hydronic Heater series. As a direct factory replacement, this socket restores the correct electrical connection point on your heater unit, ensuring consistent power delivery to the system. This genuine OEM part is sourced directly from Wacker Neuson and matches the original specification of the unit it replaces. Confirmed fitment covers E5000 and Pureheat models including oil burner, gas burner, and diesel configurations.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Electrical Integrity — Manufactured to the exact contact rating and connector geometry of the original, maintaining correct current flow and connection security in demanding heating applications.
- Drop-In Replacement — Connects directly to the existing wiring harness and housing mount on compatible E5000 and Pureheat units with no rework required.
- Broad Heater Family Fitment — Compatible with E5000 Ground Heaters and Pureheat Hydronic Heaters across diesel, oil burner, and gas burner variants.
- Sustained Heating Output — A properly seated socket maintains uninterrupted electrical continuity; a worn or damaged receptacle can cause intermittent power loss, burner shutdowns, or failure to ignite.
- Electrical Safety Compliance — As a load-bearing connection point in a fuel-fired heating system, using a correctly rated OEM socket supports safe operation and reduces the risk of arcing or overheating at the connector.
The receptacle socket serves as the primary electrical connection point on the heater, accepting a mating plug to deliver power to the burner controls, ignition circuit, or auxiliary functions depending on the unit's configuration. Over time, socket contacts can corrode, loosen, or sustain heat damage, leading to unreliable connections, error codes, or a heater that fails to start or maintain its set temperature. Replacing a worn socket with a genuine OEM part restores the secure, rated connection the system depends on to operate safely and consistently in cold-weather jobsite conditions.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000166677 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0166677 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Receptacle Socket |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| E5000 GROUND HEATER, W/DIESEL BURNER | E5000 | 5000620897, 5000620899 |
| Pureheat Hydronic Heater, Oil Burner | Pureheat | 5000620245, 5000620246, 5000620190 |
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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