Homelite 996275001 Seat Base Plate – Genuine OEM Replacement Equipment Plate

Part Number: 996275001
Category: Riding Lawn Mower Seat, Seat Base & Mounting Components
Type: Seat Base Plate – Genuine OEM Replacement Equipment Plate

The Homelite 996275001 Seat Base Plate is a genuine OEM replacement mounting component designed for select Ryobi electric riding lawn mowers and compatible Homelite-produced equipment. Installed beneath the operator seat, the plate forms part of the mower's seat and seat-spring assembly, providing the factory mounting structure for associated seat components.

Product Specifications

• Part Number: 996275001
• Manufacturer: Homelite
• Product Type: Seat Base Plate
• OEM Description: Seat Base Plate
• Component Type: Seat / Chassis / Mounting Component
• Function: Supports & Mounts Applicable Operator Seat Components
• System: Seat / Seat Spring / Operator Station Assembly
• Application: Electric Riding Lawn Mower
• Compatible Brands: Homelite / Ryobi
• Component Location: Beneath Operator Seat
• Associated Components: Seat / Rear Seat Base Plate / Seat Switch / Seat Springs / Mounting Hardware
• Replacement Type: Direct OEM Replacement
• OEM Status: Genuine Homelite OEM Part
• Condition: New
• Quantity: 1 Seat Base Plate
• Part Number Reference: 996275001

OEM parts sellers also catalog 996275001 as an original Homelite seat base plate.

Features & Benefits

• Genuine Homelite OEM replacement component
• Factory-designated Seat Base Plate
• Designed for compatible electric riding lawn mowers
• Installs beneath the operator seat
• Provides structural support for the applicable seat assembly
• Works with the mower's factory seat mounting system
• Helps maintain proper seat positioning
• Interfaces with applicable seat springs and mounting hardware
• Supports the original operator-station configuration
• Manufactured to match original equipment requirements
• Provides factory-style dimensions and mounting points
• Helps restore equipment with a damaged seat mounting plate
• Suitable for seat-system repair and mower restoration
• Ideal replacement for bent, cracked, corroded, distorted, broken, or damaged plates
• Direct replacement for equipment requiring 996275001
• Genuine OEM component rather than an unspecified universal seat bracket

Applications

The Homelite 996275001 Seat Base Plate is documented for multiple Ryobi battery-powered riding mower platforms.

Compatible applications include select:

• Ryobi RY48110 48V Riding Lawn Mower
• Ryobi RY48111 48V Riding Lawn Mower
• Ryobi RY48112 48V Riding Lawn Mower
• Ryobi RY48130 30-Inch 48V Riding Lawn Mower
• Ryobi RY48131 30-Inch 48V Riding Lawn Mower
• 38-inch electric riding mower applications
• 30-inch electric riding mower applications
• Seat and seat-spring assemblies
• Operator seat mounting systems
• OEM replacement applications requiring 996275001

Official replacement-parts documentation for the RY48110, RY48111, and RY48112 identifies 996275001 as key number 2 in the Seat and Seat Springs assembly. The RY48130/RY48131 documentation also specifies the same part as the seat base plate.

Seat Assembly Components

On documented RY48110, RY48111, and RY48112 applications, the 996275001 Seat Base Plate is used alongside:

• 996274001 – P6 Seat
• 996276001 – Rear Seat Base Plate
• 996277001 – Seat Switch
• 994839001 – Seat Spring
• 996302001 – M8 x 16 mm Screw
• 994795001 – M8 x 45 mm Bolt
• 994827001 – Washer
• 994849001 – M8 x 20 mm Shoulder Bolt
• Applicable M8 lock nuts

These components are separately identified in the OEM seat and seat-spring parts breakdown.

Important Notes

• Verify compatibility with your specific mower model, manufacturing number, serial number, seat configuration, and production revision before ordering.
• 996275001 is specifically identified as a Seat Base Plate in OEM parts documentation.
• Match part number 996275001 directly with the number shown in your mower's illustrated parts diagram.
• This component is the seat base plate, not the complete operator seat or complete seat assembly.
• Do not confuse 996275001 with 996276001, which is identified separately as the rear seat base plate.
• The seat, rear base plate, seat switch, seat springs, bolts, washers, nuts, and other mounting components should not be assumed included unless explicitly specified.
• Inspect the seat, rear base plate, seat springs, seat switch, mounting bolts, nuts, and surrounding chassis components when replacing the plate.
• If the original plate is bent or cracked, inspect the seat mounting system for impact damage, excessive movement, loose hardware, or misalignment.
• If corrosion is present, inspect adjacent mounting hardware and structural components before reassembly.
• Clean the mounting surfaces before installing the replacement plate.
• Install 996275001 in the same factory location and orientation as the original component.
• Make sure the seat springs and associated mounting hardware are positioned according to the applicable illustrated parts diagram.
• Verify that the seat switch and associated wiring remain properly positioned and connected after service.
• Do not bypass or disable the seat switch or other operator-presence safety systems.
• Tighten mounting hardware according to the equipment manufacturer's specifications.
• After installation, verify that the seat is securely mounted and properly positioned before operating the mower.
• The mower model number can typically be found on a label underneath the seat, according to the applicable Ryobi parts documentation.
• Disconnect and isolate the mower's battery/power system according to manufacturer procedures before performing seat or electrical repairs.
• This listing is for one Homelite 996275001 Seat Base Plate only unless otherwise specified. Seat, rear seat base plate, seat switch, springs, bolts, washers, nuts, and other components are sold separately.
• Match part number 996275001 with your equipment's illustrated parts diagram or OEM documentation before ordering to ensure proper fitment.