Background
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.383640 is a lawn mower designed for residential use. Manufactured by Roper Corporation for Sears, this model features a 20-inch rear discharge rotary that is capable of performing three different functions: mulching, bagging, and side discharging. The mower is powered by a 3.8 horsepower, 4-cycle gas engine and has a displacement of 9.0 cubic inches. It operates on unleaded gasoline, with a fuel capacity of 1.5 quarts, and requires specific oil types based on the ambient temperature. The mower's cutting height can be adjusted from 1 to 3 inches to cater to various grass lengths.
Additional specifications include a 20-inch steel blade for efficient grass cutting, steel deck, spark plug, and 7.5 x 1.5 inch front wheels and 7 x 1.5 inch rear wheels for mobility. The mower's weight is 55 lbs. Notable features of the mower include an operator presence control bar, electric start capability, engine speed control, and adjustable cutting height. Regular maintenance of the mower includes checking and changing engine oil, lubricating parts, replacing the air filter and spark plug, sharpening or replacing the blade, and cleaning the mower deck.
Technical Specifications
- Engine: Craftsman 143.434312 (9.0 cu. in. displacement)
- Horsepower: 3.8 hp
- Fuel: Unleaded gasoline, 1.5 quart capacity
- Oil: SAE 30 above 32°F, SAE 5W-30 below 32°F, 20 oz. capacity
- Spark plug: Champion RJ19LM or equivalent, gap 0.030 in.
- Blade: 20 in. steel blade
- Deck: Steel 20 in. cutting width
- Cutting height: 1-3 in. adjustable
- Wheels: 7.5 x 1.5 in. front wheels, 7 x 1.5 in. rear wheels
- Weight: 55 lbs
Warranty
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.383640 comes with a 2-year limited warranty. The terms of this warranty are not specified in the provided text. To clarify what is covered under this warranty and understand how to claim it, it would be necessary to consult the product's warranty document or contact the manufacturer or seller directly. Warranty services are typically claimed by providing proof of purchase and reporting the issue to the manufacturer or seller, but the specific procedures may vary.