Background
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.378891 is a gasoline-powered lawn mower produced by Roper Corp for Sears. It is equipped with a 6.25 hp Briggs & Stratton 4-cycle engine and has a cutting width of 21 inches. The mower allows for a cutting height between 1-3.5 inches with seven available adjustments. It is started using a recoil method with key ignition and utilizes a variable speed front wheel drive. The blade speed is 3,200 rpm, and the mower itself weighs 75 lbs.
The mower has a steel 21-inch cutting deck and a front wheel drive system with variable speed control. It offers seven height adjustment positions and has mulching, bagging, or side discharge capabilities. The mower is designed with large 8-inch rear wheels and 7-inch front wheels for easy maneuverability. It also features an ergonomic lower folding handle for compact storage. The mower can be maintained by changing the engine oil after every 25 hours of use, cleaning the air filter every 25 hours, replacing the spark plug annually, and sharpening or replacing the mower blade when needed.
Technical Specifications
- Engine: 6.25 hp Briggs & Stratton 4-cycle engine, Model 123K05-0344-E1
- Fuel Type: Unleaded regular gasoline
- Fuel Capacity: 1.6 quarts
- Oil Type: SAE 30 above 32°F, SAE 5W-30 below 32°F
- Oil Capacity: 20 oz
- Cutting Width: 21 inches
- Cutting Height: 1-3.5 inches, 7 adjustments
- Starter Type: Recoil start with key ignition
- Drive: Variable speed front wheel drive
- Blade Speed: 3,200 rpm
- Weight: 75 lbs
- Deck Material: Steel
- Front Wheel Size: 7 inches
- Rear Wheel Size: 8 inches
- Discharge Options: Mulching, bagging, or side discharge
- Handle: Ergonomic lower folding handle for compact storage
Warranty
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.378891 comes with a 2-year limited warranty. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship. However, it should be noted that the warranty does not extend to normal wear parts such as blades, belts, air filters, and spark plugs. Additionally, the engine warranty is handled separately by Briggs & Stratton. In order to claim the warranty, one would typically need to contact the manufacturer, provide proof of purchase, and describe the issue at hand. It's always recommended to check the specific terms and conditions of the warranty agreement as outlined in the product manual or on the manufacturer's website to understand all details and requirements.