Background
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.377574 is a lawn mower produced by Roper Corp for Sears. This machine utilizes a gas-powered engine for operation, specifically a 6.5 horsepower engine with an 11.5 cubic inch displacement. It is characterized by its 22-inch rear discharge cutting width and a power-propelled drive mechanism.
The mower is designed for use with unleaded regular gasoline and has a fuel capacity of 1.25 quarts. It uses SAE 30 oil above 32°F and SAE 5W-30 below 32°F, with an oil capacity of 20 ounces. The spark plug is a Champion RJ19LM or J19LM with a 0.030" gap. The mower also features a solid state ignition with a 0.0125" air gap. The blade bolt torque is 35-40 ft-lbs, and the blade measures 22 inches. The mower further includes 9-position height adjustment wheels, an electric start with a 12V battery and charger, an operator presence control bar, and a rear wheel drive. The mower provides the option of side or rear grass discharge, a rear mulch plug, and a 21" steel deck. The handle is T-shaped and foldable for convenience.
Technical Specifications
- Model Number: 917.377574
- Engine: 6.5 hp, 11.5 cu. in. displacement
- Fuel Type: Unleaded regular gasoline
- Fuel Capacity: 1.25 qt
- Oil Type: SAE 30 above 32°F, SAE 5W-30 below 32°F
- Oil Capacity: 20 oz
- Spark Plug: Champion RJ19LM or J19LM, 0.030" gap
- Valve Clearance (Intake/Exhaust): 0.004" - 0.008"
- Ignition: Solid state, 0.0125" air gap
- Blade Bolt Torque: 35-40 ft-lbs
- Blade Size: 22"
- Wheels: 9 position height adjustment
- Electric start: Comes with 12V battery and charger
- Operator presence control bar: Included
- Drive Type: Power-propelled rear wheel
- Height Adjustment: 9-position from 1-1/2" to 4"
- Grass Discharge: Side or rear
- Mulch Plug: Rear
- Deck Material: Steel
- Deck Size: 21"
- Handle: Folding T-shaped
Warranty
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.377574 offers a two-year limited warranty. This warranty does not include coverage for wear items such as belts, blades, and air filters. For more comprehensive information and details about the claim process, it is advised to refer to the product manual.