Background
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.387290 is a lawn mower with a 20-inch cutting width. It was manufactured by Roper Corp for Sears and is a push mower. The mower is powered by a 5.5 horsepower Craftsman 4-cycle engine. The fuel capacity of the engine is 15 quarts of unleaded regular gasoline. The mower features an electric start with a recoil starter backup and has a variable speed front wheel drive. It allows for a 9 position height adjustment from 1-1/2" to 4". It also offers the option of side discharge, mulching, or rear bagging.
The mower is designed with a steel deck and wheels that measure 7 inches in the front and 8 inches in the rear. The mower also includes a mulching kit and a rear bagger. The handle of the mower is a folding T-shaped handle. The dimensions of the mower are 61" in length, 21" in width, and 40" in height when folded and 44" in height when in an operating position. The mower requires regular maintenance such as changing the engine oil after the first 5 hours and then every 25 hours or season, cleaning the air filter annually and replacing it if damaged, and sharpening or replacing the blade as needed.
Technical Specifications
- Model Number: 917.387290
- Product Type: Walk Behind Mower
- Manufacturer: Sears
- Engine Power: 5.5 horsepower
- Engine Model Number: 143.985510
- Engine Displacement: 11.5 cu. in.
- Fuel Capacity: 15 quarts unleaded regular gasoline
- Oil Type: SAE 30 above 32°F, SAE 5W-30 below 32°F
- Oil Capacity: 20 oz
- Spark Plug: Champion J19LM, gap .030"
- Start Method: Electric start with recoil starter backup
- Speed Control: Variable speed front wheel drive
- Height Adjustment: 9 position height adjustment from 1-1/2" to 4"
- Cutting Width: 21"
- Discharge Methods: Side discharge, mulching or rear bagging capability
- Safety Features: Zone start safety require operator presence control bar to be held down to start engine
- Deck Material: Steel
- Wheel Size: 7 inch front wheels, 8 inch rear wheels
- Additional Features: Mulching kit and rear bagger included, Folding T-shaped handle for storage
- Product Length: 61"
- Product Width: 21"
- Product Height: 40" folded, 44" operating position
Warranty
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.387290 comes with a limited two-year warranty that covers any defects in the materials or workmanship of the product. It is important to note that the warranty will be void if the mower is used for commercial purposes or rented out. To claim the warranty, it would typically involve contacting the manufacturer, Sears, with details about the defect and proof of purchase. The specific process may vary, so it's recommended to refer to the warranty information provided with the product or contact Sears directly for detailed instructions.