Background
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower Model 917.378490 is a push lawn mower fueled by gas. It was manufactured by Roper Corporation for Sears under the Craftsman brand.
This particular model is equipped with a 6.75 horsepower Briggs & Stratton engine. It features a 21-inch steel mowing deck and has the capacity to mulch, bag, and side discharge. The mower offers a seven-position height adjustment ranging from 1-1/2" to 4". It uses an easy pull starter and has a two-point height adjustment feature. The mower is also fitted with 8-inch rear wheels. Additional features include a leaf mulcher and a side discharge chute. Its gasoline capacity is 1.6 quarts of regular unleaded, 87 octane minimum, and its oil capacity is 20 oz. The spark plug is a Champion RJ19LM or J19LM with a gap of 0.030". The mower's blade bolt torque is 35-40 ft-lbs. The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower Model 917.378490 is suitable for residential yard maintenance.
Technical Specifications
- Model Number: 917.378490
- Product Type: Walk Behind Mower
- Manufacturer: Sears, Roebuck and Co.
- Power Source: Gasoline
- Gasoline Capacity: 1.6 quarts (regular unleaded, 87 octane minimum)
- Oil Type: SAE 30 above 32°F, SAE 5W-30 below 32°F
- Oil Capacity: 20 oz
- Spark Plug: Champion RJ19LM or J19LM (gap: 0.030")
- Blade Bolt Torque: 35-40 ft-lbs
- Engine: 6.75 hp Briggs & Stratton engine (Model 125K02-0273-E1)
- Mowing Deck: 21" steel
- Capability: 3-in-1 (mulch, bag, and side discharge)
- Height Adjustment: 7-position, from 1-1/2" to 4"
- Starter: Easy pull
- Height Adjustment Points: 2-point
- Rear Wheels: 8"
- Additional Features: Leaf mulcher, Side discharge chute
Warranty
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower Model 917.378490 comes with a limited two-year warranty when used for residential purposes. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship. However, if the mower is used for commercial purposes, the warranty is limited to 90 days. Notably, the warranty does not extend to expendable parts including blades, belts, air filters, or spark plugs. Furthermore, damage caused by improper use or lack of maintenance is not covered under the warranty. To claim the warranty, you would likely need to provide proof of purchase and contact the manufacturer, Sears, Roebuck and Co., though the text does not specify the exact procedure.