Background
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.377553 is a lawn mower powered by gasoline. This rotary lawn mower was manufactured by Roper Corp for Sears. It features a 6.0 horsepower Briggs & Stratton 4-cycle engine, with a displacement of 11.6 cubic inches. The fuel capacity is 1.6 quarts of unleaded regular gasoline. The oil type varies depending on the temperature, with SAE 30 being used above 32°F and SAE 5W-30 used below 32°F. The oil capacity is 20 oz.
The Craftsman mower uses a Champion RJ19LM or J19LM spark plug with a gap of .030 in. The valve clearance is .005" - .007" for intake and .007" - .009" for exhaust. The mower also features solid state ignition with an air gap of .010 in. The blade bolt torque is 35-40 ft. lbs. The mower is designed with a 22 inch steel mowing deck and uses a side discharge to expel clippings. The mower is started manually with a recoil starter rope. The cutting height can be adjusted to 9 different positions ranging from 1-3/8 to 3-3/4 inches. The mower is self-propelled thanks to its dual wheel design and can reach speeds up to 3.5 mph. The engine speed is set by the factory and cannot be adjusted by the user. Regular maintenance as outlined in the owner's manual is required.
Technical Specifications
- Model Number: 917.377553
- Product Type: Walk Behind Mower
- Engine: 6.0 horsepower Briggs & Stratton 4-cycle engine, model 12H802, type 2675-E1
- Displacement: 11.6 cu. in.
- Fuel capacity: 1.6 quarts unleaded regular gasoline
- Oil type: SAE 30 above 32°F, SAE 5W-30 below 32°F
- Oil capacity: 20 oz
- Spark plug: Champion RJ19LM or J19LM, gap .030 in
- Valve clearance - Intake: .005" - .007"
- Valve clearance - Exhaust: .007" - .009"
- Ignition: Solid state, air gap .010 in
- Blade bolt torque: 35-40 ft. lbs
- Mowing Deck: 22 inch steel
- Discharge: Side
- Start Method: Manual recoil with a starter rope
- Cutting Height: Adjustable in 9 positions from 1-3/8 to 3-3/4 inches
- Wheel Design: Dual
- Speed: Self-propelled up to 3.5 mph
- Engine Speed: Factory set, not user adjustable
Warranty
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.377553 comes with a limited two-year warranty. This warranty covers any defects in the material or workmanship of the mower, provided it has been maintained in accordance with the instructions provided in the owner's manual. However, it is important to note that this warranty does not cover expendable parts like belts, blades, or air filters which are susceptible to wear and tear. If the engine and mower are used for commercial or rental purposes, the warranty period is significantly reduced to 90 days. In order to claim the warranty, one should follow the procedures outlined in the owner's manual, which would typically involve contacting the manufacturer or an authorized service center, providing proof of purchase, and describing the nature of the defect.