Background
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.376732 is a self-propelled, gas-powered rotary lawn mower. The mower is equipped with a Briggs & Stratton 650 Series, 124T02-0736-EA, 159cc engine, with a power output of 5.5 ft-lbs torque. It uses unleaded gasoline with a fuel capacity of 1.6 quarts and uses SAE 30 oil with a 20 oz capacity. The mower has a cutting width of 22 inches and an adjustable cutting height of 1-3.5 inches, with 9 position adjustments. It features 7 inch front wheels and 8 inch rear wheels and weighs 75 lbs.
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.376732's operation includes starting the cold engine by priming 3 times, holding the operator presence bar down to the handle and pulling the starter handle quickly. The engine speed is fixed and not adjustable. The self-propelling mechanism is controlled by holding the operator presence bar down and pulling the drive control bar up towards the handle. To stop forward motion, the engine does not need to be stopped, just the release of the drive control bar is sufficient. The cutting height can be adjusted by squeezing the lever towards the wheel and moving the wheel up or down. Maintenance requirements include changing the oil after the first 5 hours of use, then every 25 hours of use, cleaning the air filter every 25 hours of use, replacing the spark plug yearly or every 100 hours of use, and sharpening or replacing the mower blade at least once per year.
Technical Specifications
- Engine: Briggs & Stratton 650 Series, 124T02-0736-EA, 159cc
- Power: 5.5 ft-lbs torque
- Fuel: Unleaded gasoline, 1.6 quarts capacity
- Oil: SAE 30, 20 oz capacity
- Cutting Width: 22 inches
- Cutting Height: 1-3.5 inches, 9 position adjustment
- Wheel Size: 7 inch front, 8 inch rear
- Weight: 75 lbs
- Self-propelled rear wheel drive: Yes
- Height Adjusters: Dual point
- Discharge Capabilities: Mulching, rear bagging or side discharge
- Handle: Folding T-shaped handle for storage
- Control Bars: Operator presence control and drive control bars
- Engine Speed: Fixed, not adjustable
- Self-propelling Control: Controlled by holding operator presence bar down and pulling drive control bar up towards handle
- Forward Motion Stop: Release drive control bar does not require stopping engine
- Height Adjustment: Adjusted by squeezing lever towards wheel and moving wheel up or down
Warranty
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.376732 comes with a 2-year full warranty. This warranty covers any defects in material or workmanship that may arise during this period. However, it is important to note that the warranty is only applicable if the mower is used for residential purposes and not for commercial use. To claim the warranty, one should approach the manufacturer or the authorized service center with the relevant purchase documents and details about the specific issue at hand. It is also vital to adhere to the recommended maintenance schedule to ensure that the warranty terms remain valid.