Background
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.370620, manufactured by Sears, Roebuck and Co., is a gas-powered rotary lawn mower. It operates using a Briggs & Stratton 126T02-1401-B1 4-cycle engine with a power rating of 126 cc. The mower uses regular unleaded gasoline and has a fuel capacity of 1.6 quarts. Depending on the temperature, it requires either SAE 30 or SAE 5W-30 grade oil. The mower has a cutting width of 22 inches and the cutting height can be adjusted between 1 and 3.5 inches using the 9 position height adjusters. The mower features a variable speed front wheel drive and uses a 22 inch steel blade.
The Craftsman 917.370620 is designed with a rear bagging system, offering the option for clipping collection or side discharge capabilities. The handle of the mower has 3 different height positions and can be folded for easier storage. With 10-inch rear wheels, the mower provides decent maneuverability. In terms of maintenance, it is recommended to change the engine oil annually or every 25 hours, clean or replace the air filter and spark plug every 100 hours or annually, and sharpen or replace the blade as needed.
Technical Specifications
- Model Number: 917.370620
- Product Type: Walk Behind Mower
- Engine: Briggs & Stratton 126T02-1401-B1 4-cycle engine with 126 cc power
- Fuel Type: Unleaded regular gasoline
- Fuel Capacity: 1.6 quarts
- Oil Type: SAE 30 above 32°F, SAE 5W-30 below 32°F
- Oil Capacity: 20 oz
- Cutting Width: 22 inches
- Cutting Height: 1-3.5 inches, with 9 position height adjusters
- Drive: Variable speed front wheel drive
- Blade: 22 inch steel blade
- Bagging System: Rear bagging system with side discharge capabilities
- Starter: Recoil starter with primer for cold starts
- Deck Material: Steel
- Deck Features: Allows mulching, rear bagging or side discharge
- Handle: 3 different height positions, foldable for compact storage
- Rear Wheels: 10 inches, for traction and maneuverability
Warranty
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.370620 comes with a 2-year full warranty which covers any defects in materials and workmanship under residential use. However, the warranty coverage is reduced to 90 days if the mower is used for commercial purposes. It's important to note that the warranty does not extend to normal wear parts such as belts, blades, and air filters. The engine warranty is separately covered by Briggs & Stratton. To claim the warranty, you should refer to the Craftsman 917.370620 Owner's Manual or contact the manufacturer directly.