Background
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.388511 is a push lawn mower with a 21-inch rear discharge. Manufactured by Sears, the mower features a 6.5 HP Briggs & Stratton 123K02-0281-E1 engine and a cutting width of 21 inches. The mower can adjust its cutting height from 1-1/2 to 3-3/4 inches with nine different position adjustments. Additional features include a 2.3 bushel capacity grass catcher and fuel tank with a capacity of 1.6 quarts.
The mower operates using oil type SAE 30 above 32°F, SAE 5W-30 below 32°F with an oil capacity of 20 ounces. It uses a Champion RJ19LM or J19LM spark plug with a .030" gap. The mower is also equipped with a blade bolt torque of 35-40 ft lbs. The Craftsman 917.388511 utilizes a rust-resistant steel deck and can mulch, bag or discharge grass clippings from the back. The mower is equipped with dual ball bearing wheels that aid in smooth movement.
Technical Specifications
- Model Number: 917.388511
- Product Type: Walk Behind Mower
- Engine: 6.5 HP Briggs & Stratton 123K02-0281-E1
- Cutting Width: 21 inches
- Cutting Height: 1-1/2 to 3-3/4 inches (9 position adjustment)
- Grass Catcher Capacity: 2.3 bushels
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 1.6 quarts
- Oil Type: SAE 30 above 32°F, SAE 5W-30 below 32°F
- Oil Capacity: 20 ounces
- Spark Plug: Champion RJ19LM or J19LM (gap: .030")
- Blade Bolt Torque: 35-40 ft lbs
Warranty
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.388511 comes with a 2-year limited warranty that covers defects in materials and workmanship. This warranty applies to residential use, while for commercial purposes, the warranty period is shorter, covering 90 days from the date of purchase. Note that normal wear items such as oil, spark plug, air filter, and blade are not within the warranty's scope. In case a repair under warranty is required, the process involves contacting Sears or a local authorized service center.