Background
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower Model 917.370440 is a gas-operated lawn mower, produced by Sears Brands. Notable features of this model include a Briggs & Stratton 128M05-5468-F1 4-cycle engine with 163cc capacity, a self-propelled variable speed rear wheel drive, and a 22-inch steel blade. Additionally, the model provides a cutting height range from 1.5 to 4 inches, adjustable in six increments through dual lever height adjusters. The mower is equipped with a starter system that includes both a push-button electric start and a pull rope backup.
The Craftsman Model 917.370440 is designed for multiple grass management modes, including discharge, mulching, and bagging with a 2.4 bushel capacity rear grass catcher. The mower includes a mulching plug, enabling the mulching of clippings back into the lawn. The self-propelled nature of this mower is activated when the operator control bar is held down to the handle and the drive control lever is pulled back. Also, the foldable T-shaped handle allows for convenient storage.
Technical Specifications
- Engine: Briggs & Stratton 128M05-5468-F1 4-cycle engine, 163cc
- Drive: Self-propelled, variable speed rear wheel drive
- Cutting Width: 22 inches
- Cutting Height: Adjusts from 1-1/2 to 4 inches in 6 increments
- Starter: Push button electric start and pull rope backup
- Blade: 22 inch steel blade
- Transmission: 5 speed shift-on-the-go disc drive
- Mulching Capability: Yes, with mulching plug
- Grass Bag: 2.4 bushel rear grass catcher capacity
Warranty
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower Model 917.370440 comes with a 2-year limited warranty. This warranty covers defects in material or workmanship for two years from the date of purchase. It includes free of charge repair or product replacement if repair is not viable. However, it's essential to note that the warranty does not extend coverage to normal wear parts like belts, blades, and filters. The engine warranty is separately covered by Briggs & Stratton. To claim the warranty, it's recommended to contact the manufacturer or the authorized dealer from where the product was purchased, providing relevant proof of purchase and details about the defect or issue encountered.