Background
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower model 917.378451 is a self-propelled, gas-powered lawn mower. It is equipped with a 6.5 horsepower Briggs & Stratton engine model 123K02, with a displacement of 190cc. The fuel type for this mower is unleaded regular gasoline, with a minimum of 87 octane, and a fuel capacity of 1.6 quarts. The oil type varies depending on the temperature, with SAE 30 being suitable for temperatures above 32°F and SAE 5W-30 for temperatures below 32°F. It has an oil capacity of 20 ounces.
This lawn mower features a 21" steel mulching blade, with a cutting height that is adjustable from 1 to 3.5 inches. The mower has 7" front wheels and 8" rear wheels and comes with a 2.4 bushel rear bag. It also includes a dual throttle control, a 3-in-1 cutting system, an easy start recoil starter, a front wheel drive system with variable speed control, and an operator presence control bar. It weighs 70 lbs. It is constructed with a steel deck and rugged welded steel. Regular maintenance includes checking engine oil level before each use, changing engine oil every 25 hours of use, cleaning the underside of the mower deck after each use, periodically inspecting and replacing the mower blade, lubricating wheels and linkages, and replacing the air filter annually.
Technical Specifications
- Model Number: 917.378451
- Product: Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.378451
- Engine: 6.5 horsepower Briggs & Stratton model 123K02
- Displacement: 190cc
- Fuel type: Unleaded regular gasoline, 87 octane minimum
- Fuel capacity: 1.6 quarts
- Oil type: SAE 30, above 32°F; SAE 5W-30, below 32°F
- Oil capacity: 20 ounces
- Blade: 21" steel mulching/rear discharge blade
- Cutting height: 1-3.5" adjustable
- Wheels: 7" front wheels, 8" rear wheels
- Bag capacity: 2.4 bushel rear bag
- Weight: 70 lbs
Warranty
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower model 917.378451 comes with a 2 year limited warranty. This warranty covers any defects in materials and workmanship when used for non-commercial homeowner purposes. Notably, the warranty does not extend to normal wear and tear, misuse, or maintenance items such as oil changes. In the event of noticing any defects covered under the warranty, the engine warranty is separately handled by Briggs & Stratton. To claim the warranty, one would typically need to present proof of purchase and directly contact the manufacturer's customer service or authorised service center.