Background

The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.383223 is a lawn mower that features a 20 inch rear bagging rotary mechanism. It is manufactured by Roper Corporation for Sears under the Craftsman brand. The mower is powered by a 3.5 horsepower four-cycle engine and offers the flexibility to mulch or discharge grass clippings out the side or into a rear grass catcher bag.

The mower operates on unleaded gasoline and uses SAE 30 or 10W-30 oil. It also features a front mounted lift handle, a steel mower deck and rear discharge chute, and a 7 position height adjustment on all 4 wheels. The mower's recoil starter with primer, removable grass catcher bag, and foldable handles for compact storage contribute to its operational convenience. Its specifications include a displacement of 9.06 cu in, a 1.5 quart fuel capacity, a 20 oz oil capacity, and a weight of 60 lb.

Technical Specifications

  • Model Number: 917.383223
  • Engine: 3.5 hp four-cycle
  • Displacement: 9.06 cu in
  • Fuel Capacity: Unleaded gasoline, 1.5 quart
  • Oil Type and Capacity: SAE 30 or 10W-30, 20 oz
  • Spark Plug: Champion RJ19LM (gap .030 in)
  • Blade: 20 in steel
  • Cutting Height: 1-3.5 in, 7 positions
  • Wheels: 7.5 x 1.5 in front and rear wheels
  • Weight: 60 lb
  • Features: Operator presence control bar, front mounted lift handle, steel mower deck and rear discharge chute, 7 position height adjustment on all 4 wheels, side or rear grass discharge or rear catcher bag, recoil starter with primer, removable grass catcher bag, foldable handles for compact storage.

Warranty

The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.383223 comes with a 1-year limited warranty for non-commercial use, and a 90-day warranty for commercial or rental use. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship. However, expendable parts like oil, spark plugs, blades, and belts are not included in this warranty. The engine warranty is separately covered by the engine manufacturer. In order to claim the warranty, any defects or issues should be reported directly to the manufacturer or the authorized service center.

Craftsman 917.383223 Owners Manual