Background
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.378440 is a gasoline-powered lawn mower produced by Sears. It is equipped with a 6.5 horsepower Briggs & Stratton engine, which uses a recoil start mechanism. The mower features a cutting width of 21 inches and can adjust the cutting height between 1 and 3.5 inches, with a total of six available positions. It operates using a variable speed rear-wheel drive system.
The mower comes with a standard mulching blade and offers an optional rear grass catcher. Its engine has a displacement of 163 cc with a fuel tank capacity of 1.6 quarts. The suggested oil for this mower is SAE 30 with an oil capacity of 20 oz. For its spark plug, it uses a Champion RJ19LM or J19LM with a gap setting of 0.030". The recommended blade bolt torque is between 35-40 ft-lbs. The mower's cutting deck is made of steel and it also features a height adjustment lever for altering the cutting height. It has the ability to finely cut grass clippings to decompose back into the lawn and also offers a rear bagging option with the use of the optional grass catcher.
Technical Specifications
- Model Number: 917.378440
- Product Type: Walk Behind Mower
- Engine: 6.5 horsepower Briggs & Stratton engine (model 123K02-0183-01) with recoil start
- Cutting Width: 21 inches
- Cutting Height: 1-3.5 inches adjustable in 6 positions
- Drive Type: Variable speed rear wheel drive
- Mulching Capability: Mulching blade included
- Grass Catcher: Optional rear grass catcher available
- Engine Displacement: 163 cc
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 1.6 quarts
- Oil Type: SAE 30
- Oil Capacity: 20 oz
- Spark Plug: Champion RJ19LM or J19LM (gap: 0.030")
- Blade Bolt Torque: 35-40 ft-lbs
- Cutting Deck: Steel 21" deck
- Height Adjustment: 6 position lever for varied cutting height
- Rear Bagging Capability: With optional grass catcher
- Variable Speed: Rear wheel drive for self-propulsion
Warranty
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.378440 comes with a 2-year limited warranty. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship for non-commercial use. However, please note that the warranty will not cover any damage that results from improper use, lack of maintenance, or normal wear and tear. In addition, the engine has a separate warranty provided by the engine manufacturer. To claim the warranty, you should follow the procedures outlined in the owner's manual and be prepared to provide proof of purchase. The warranty claim process may require you to return the product or part, at your expense, to the location specified in the manual. It is recommended to keep all receipts and documentation to aid in the warranty claim process.