Background
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.377284 is a lawn mower produced by Roper Corp for Sears. The mower is powered by a Briggs & Stratton 6.0 HP 4-cycle engine with a displacement of 11.6 cubic inches. It operates on unleaded regular gasoline, with a minimum octane rating of 87 and a fuel capacity of 1.6 quarts. The mower uses SAE 30 oil above 32°F, and SAE 5W-30 below 32°F, with an oil capacity of 20 ounces. The mower is equipped with a Champion RJ19L spark plug, features a solid state ignition with .010 in. air gap, and requires a valve clearance of .005" - .007" for intake and .007" - .009" for exhaust. The blade bolt torque is 35-40 ft. lbs.
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.377284 can be started by checking the oil and fuel levels, moving the throttle to the fast position, holding the operator presence bar down to the handle, and pulling the starter cord quickly. The cutting height can be adjusted from 1" to 4" by moving the wheel height adjusters. The mower can be set to mulching operation by installing the mulching plug. Alternatively, a rear grass catcher or side discharge chute can be installed for bagging or discharging clippings. Routine maintenance includes checking the engine oil before each use, changing the oil after every 25 hours of operation, cleaning or replacing the air filter annually, replacing the spark plug yearly, sharpening or replacing the blade as needed, cleaning under the mower deck after each use, and emptying the fuel tank before storing the mower at the end of the season.
Technical Specifications
- Model Number: 917.377284
- Product Type: Walk Behind Mower
- Engine: Briggs & Stratton 6.0 HP 4-cycle
- Displacement: 11.6 cu. in.
- Fuel Type: Unleaded regular gasoline, minimum 87 octane
- Fuel Capacity: 1.6 quarts
- Oil Type: SAE 30 above 32°F, SAE 5W-30 below 32°F
- Oil Capacity: 20 oz.
- Spark Plug: Champion RJ19L (gap .030")
- Valve Clearance - Intake: .005" - .007"
- Valve Clearance - Exhaust: .007" - .009"
- Ignition System: Solid state ignition with .010 in. air gap
- Blade Bolt Torque: 35-40 ft. lbs.
Warranty
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.377284 comes with a limited two-year warranty provided by Sears. This warranty is valid for two years from the date of purchase and covers any defects in material or workmanship, provided the mower is maintained and operated in accordance with the owner's manual. The warranty also covers expendable parts such as blades, belts, and air filters. However, it does not cover any damage resulting from operator abuse or negligence. To claim the warranty, you should contact Sears directly, providing proof of purchase and details of the issue you are encountering with the mower.