Background
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.388480 is a gas-powered lawn mower designed for residential use. It is manufactured by Roper Corp for Sears under the Craftsman Brand. The mower is equipped with a 21-inch steel mowing deck and is driven by a Briggs & Stratton 4-cycle engine. The engine has a displacement of 163cc, fuel capacity of one quart, and an oil capacity of 20 oz.
The mower offers three discharge options: mulching, rear bagging, and side discharge. Moreover, its cutting system allows 9-position height adjustment ranging from 1-3/4 to 4 inches. In addition to these features, the mower has large rear wheels with adjustable height settings and an adjustable handle. It is suitable for small to medium-sized lawns and is designed to provide a reliable option for routine lawn maintenance.
Technical Specifications
- Model Number: 917.388480
- Product Type: Gas-powered push lawn mower
- Engine Model: Briggs & Stratton 4-cycle 10TS02-1086-B1
- Engine Displacement: 163 cc
- Power Rating: 5.75 ft-lbs torque
- Fuel Capacity: 1 quart unleaded gasoline
- Oil Capacity: 20 oz SAE 30 or SAE 5W-30
- Cutting System: 21-inch steel mowing deck
- Cutting Options: Mulching, rear bagging, side discharge
- Height Adjustment: 9-position, from 1-3/4 to 4 inches
- Deck Material: Rust-resistant aluminum alloy
- Starting Torque: 6.5 ft-lbs
- Safety Feature: Zone start safety (requires operator presence for blade engagement)
- Corrosion Protection: E-coat process
- Rear Wheel Features: Large size, adjustable height settings
- Grass Collection: Fully baffled grass collector bags
- Handle: Ergonomic, adjustable, with starter button
- Length: 60.5 inches
- Width: 23 inches
- Height: 40.5 inches (folded) / 44 inches (operating)
- Weight: 92 lbs
Warranty
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.388480 comes with a 2-year full warranty which covers defects in materials and workmanship. This warranty ensures repair or replacement of the mower if it fails within 2 years of purchase. However, it's important to note that if the product is used for commercial purposes, the warranty duration is limited to 90 days. The warranty does not extend to normal wear parts such as blades, belts, air filters, and so on. In order to claim the warranty, contact the manufacturer or your point of purchase, and provide proof of purchase along with detailed information about the failure or defect.