Background
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.378900 is a lawn care device manufactured by Sears. It is designed with a 7.0 HP Briggs & Stratton 128602-0212 engine and a cutting width of 21 inches. The cutting height can be adjusted to 9 different positions ranging from 1 to 3.5 inches. The mower is equipped with a variable speed front wheel drive and a blade whose speed can reach between 1900-3200 rpm. Other notable features include a fuel tank capacity of 1.6 quarts, a specific oil type and capacity for different temperatures, and a Champion RC12YC spark plug. The blade bolt torque measures between 35-40 ft-lbs.
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.378900 is designed with a recoil start system and a safety system that requires the blade control bar to be held down to start the engine. It features a variable speed front wheel drive that is manipulated with a control lever on the upper handle. The mower has the ability to mulch, rear bag or side discharge grass clippings. This mower is suitable for residential use on small to medium-sized lawns.
Technical Specifications
- Model Number: 917.378900
- Product Type: Walk Behind Mower
- Engine: 7.0 HP Briggs & Stratton 128602-0212
- Cutting Width: 21 inches
- Cutting Height: 1-3.5 inches (9 positions)
- Drive: Variable speed front wheel drive
- Blade Speed: High - 3000-3200 rpm, Low - 1900-2100 rpm
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 1.6 quarts
- Oil Type: SAE 30 above 32°F, SAE 5W-30 below 32°F
- Oil Capacity: 20 oz
- Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC (gap: .020")
- Blade Bolt Torque: 35-40 ft-lbs
Warranty
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.378900 comes with a 2-year limited warranty. The warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship when the product is used for residential purposes. However, the warranty does not extend to commercial use, misuse, or abuse of the mower. Wear components such as belts, blades, and tires are also not covered under the warranty. For engine-related issues, Briggs & Stratton has a separate warranty. To claim the warranty, you should contact the manufacturer or the retailer from where the product was purchased, providing details about the issue along with proof of purchase.