Homelite 997097001 Front Deck Hanger Pivot Axle – Genuine OEM Replacement Deck Axle
Part Number: 997097001
Category: Riding Lawn Mower Deck Lift & Hanger Parts
Type: Front Deck Hanger Pivot Axle – Genuine OEM Replacement Deck Axle
The Homelite 997097001 Front Deck Hanger Pivot Axle is a genuine OEM replacement component designed for select Ryobi electric riding lawn mowers and zero-turn mowers. Installed within the mower's deck lifting assembly, the pivot axle provides a connection and pivot point for the front deck hanger system, allowing the cutting deck to remain properly supported as its height and position are adjusted.
Product Specifications
- Part Number: 997097001
- Manufacturer: Homelite / Ryobi
- Product Type: Front Deck Hanger Pivot Axle
- OEM Description: Front Deck Hanger Pivot Axle
- Function: Provides a Pivot & Connection Point for the Front Deck Hanger
- System: Deck Lift / Deck Hanger Assembly
- Application: Electric Riding Lawn Mower / Zero-Turn Mower
- Compatible Brand: Ryobi
- OEM Status: Genuine Homelite / Ryobi OEM Part
- Condition: New
- Quantity: 1 Pivot Axle
OEM Homelite suppliers also catalog 997097001 under the exact description Front Deck Hanger Pivot Axle.
Features & Benefits
- Genuine Homelite / Ryobi OEM replacement component
- Factory-designated Front Deck Hanger Pivot Axle
- Designed for compatible Ryobi electric riding mowers
- Provides a pivot point for the front cutting deck hanger
- Helps securely connect the cutting deck to the deck lifting system
- Supports proper deck positioning during cutting-height adjustments
- Helps maintain correct deck alignment and movement
- Durable construction for mower deck applications
- Maintains the mower's original factory deck-lift configuration
- Ideal replacement for bent, worn, scored, corroded, damaged, or missing axles
- Direct replacement for equipment requiring part number 997097001
Applications
The 997097001 Front Deck Hanger Pivot Axle is documented in multiple Ryobi electric riding mower platforms, including:
- Ryobi RY48140 Electric Riding Mower
- Ryobi RY48141 Electric Riding Mower
- Ryobi RY48ZTR75 42" Electric Zero-Turn Mower
- Ryobi RY48ZTR100 42" Electric Zero-Turn Mower
- Ryobi RYRM8002 42" Electric Zero-Turn Mower
- Ryobi RYRM8003 54" Electric Zero-Turn Mower
- Compatible deck lifting assemblies
- Front deck hanger assemblies
- OEM replacement applications requiring 997097001
For example, factory documentation for the RYRM8003 identifies 997097001 as item 27 in the deck lifting assembly and specifies two pivot axles for that configuration. The RYRM8002 also uses 997097001, but specifies one in its applicable assembly.
Important Notes
- Verify compatibility with your specific mower model, manufacturing number, and production revision before ordering.
- Homelite OEM suppliers identify 997097001 specifically as “Front Deck Hanger Pivot Axle.”
- On compatible mower configurations, the axle works with the front deck hanger/J-hook as part of the cutting deck lifting and support system.
- The required quantity varies by mower. Some configurations use one 997097001 pivot axle, while others use two.
- The RY48ZTR75 / RY48ZTR100 factory parts list identifies 997097001 as item 27 within the deck lifting assembly and specifies one pivot axle.
- The RYRM8003 deck lifting assembly uses 997097001 alongside the 997453001 J-Hook Front Deck Hanger, 994930001 Cotter Pin, 997106001 M10 x 30mm Bolt, and 994998001 Lock Spring Washer. These are separate replacement components.
- This listing is for one 997097001 Front Deck Hanger Pivot Axle only unless otherwise specified. Deck hangers, J-hooks, cotter pins, washers, bolts, lift linkages, springs, and other mower deck components are sold separately.
- Inspect the deck hangers, pivot points, retaining hardware, lift linkage, and surrounding components when replacing the axle. Replace bent, cracked, excessively worn, loose, or otherwise damaged related parts as necessary.
- Match part number 997097001 with your mower's illustrated parts diagram before ordering to ensure proper fitment and required quantity.
