Homelite 996819001 Lower Handle Frame – Genuine OEM Replacement Handle Frame

Part Number: 996819001
Category: Electric Cultivator Handle & Frame Parts
Type: Lower Handle Frame – Genuine OEM Replacement Handle Frame

The Homelite 996819001 Lower Handle Frame is a genuine OEM replacement structural component designed for select Ryobi electric cultivators and tillers. Installed in the lower portion of the handle and frame assembly, this component provides the mounting structure that connects the handle system to the main cultivator body.

Product Specifications

• Part Number: 996819001
• Manufacturer: Homelite / Ryobi
• Product Type: Lower Handle Frame
• OEM Description: Handle Frame Lower
• Alternate Description: Handle Frame (Lower)
• Function: Supports & Connects the Handle Assembly to the Cultivator
• System: Handle / Frame Assembly
• Application: Electric Cultivator / Tiller
• Compatible Brand: Ryobi
• Confirmed Models: RYAC700 & RYAC701
• OEM Status: Genuine Homelite / Ryobi OEM Part
• Condition: New
• Quantity Used: 1 per confirmed RYAC700 assembly

Features & Benefits

• Genuine Homelite / Ryobi OEM replacement component
• Factory-designated Lower Handle Frame
• Designed for compatible Ryobi electric cultivators
• Provides structural support for the handle system
• Connects the handle assembly with the lower equipment frame
• Helps maintain proper handle positioning and alignment
• Supports stable equipment control during operation
• Maintains the cultivator's original factory frame configuration
• Ideal replacement for bent, cracked, distorted, worn, or damaged handle frames
• Designed for factory-correct fit and positioning
• Direct replacement for equipment requiring part number 996819001

Applications

Confirmed applications include:

• Ryobi RYAC700 Electric Cultivator
• Ryobi RYAC700 MFG. No. 099040001
• Ryobi RYAC700 8.5 Amp 11" Electric Cultivator
• Ryobi RYAC701 Electric Cultivator
• Ryobi RYAC701 MFG. No. 099040002
• Electric cultivator handle assemblies
• Cultivator frame assemblies
• OEM replacement applications requiring 996819001

Both the RYAC700 and RYAC701 illustrated parts catalogs list 996819001 as the Handle Frame (Lower).

Important Notes

• Verify compatibility with your specific cultivator model, manufacturing number, and production revision before ordering.
• Homelite OEM suppliers identify 996819001 specifically as “HANDLE FRAME LOWER.”
• Ryobi's factory repair sheet for the RYAC700 identifies 996819001 as item 16, Handle Frame (Lower) and specifies one per cultivator assembly.
• The RYAC700 (099040001) is a confirmed application, with 996819001 positioned between the motor housing and lower cutting/frame components in the general assembly.
• The RYAC701 (099040002) also uses 996819001 as its Lower Handle Frame.
• Do not confuse 996819001 Handle Frame (Lower) with 996818001 Lower Handle. These are separate components within the same handle assembly.
• On the RYAC700, related mounting hardware includes 996838001 M6 x 50mm Hex Bolt and 996836001 M6 Lock Nut. These components are sold separately.
• This listing is for one 996819001 Lower Handle Frame only unless otherwise specified. Upper handles, lower handles, knobs, bolts, nuts, cord retainers, wheel assemblies, motor housings, and other cultivator components are sold separately.
• Inspect the remaining handle components and mounting hardware when replacing the frame. Replace bent, cracked, stripped, loose, or otherwise damaged related components as necessary.
• Match part number 996819001 with your equipment's illustrated parts diagram before ordering to ensure proper fitment.