Background

The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.370434 is a rotary lawn mower that utilizes a gas-powered Briggs & Stratton 675 Series engine. It's designed with a 22-inch cutting width and provides three grass handling methods: mulching, rear bagging, and side discharge.

The mower operates on unleaded gasoline with an 87 octane minimum and uses SAE 30 oil for temperatures above 32°F, and SAE 5W-30 for temperatures below 32°F. It offers a 9-position height adjustment lever, allowing for cutting heights between 1-3.75 inches. The grass catcher has a capacity of 2.4 bushels. This lawn mower also features a folding T-shaped handle and an operator presence control bar. For ease of use, it incorporates a drive control for self-propelled operation.

Technical Specifications

  • Engine: Briggs & Stratton 675 Series
  • Displacement: 163 cc
  • Fuel Type: Unleaded gasoline, 87 octane minimum
  • Oil Type: SAE 30 above 32°F, SAE 5W-30 below 32°F
  • Oil Capacity: 18 oz
  • Cutting Width: 22"
  • Cutting Height: 1-3.75" (9 positions)
  • Grass Catcher Capacity: 2.4 bushels
  • Wheels: 7" front, 8" rear
  • Weight: 55 lbs

Warranty

The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.370434 comes with a 2-year limited warranty provided by Sears. This warranty covers any defects in the materials and workmanship of the mower. However, the warranty does not encompass expendable parts such as belts, blades, and filters which are expected to wear out with normal use during the warranty period. Also, any repairs required due to improper maintenance are not under the coverage of this warranty. To claim the warranty, reach out to Sears and provide them with the necessary details about the defect.

Craftsman 917.370434 Owners Manual