Background
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.388553 is a gas-powered lawn mower. The mower is equipped with a 6.5 horsepower Briggs & Stratton engine and can hold up to 1.6 quarts of unleaded regular gasoline. The oil type varies depending on the temperature, with SAE 30 being suitable above 32°F and SAE 5W-30 below 32°F. The oil capacity of the mower is 20 oz.
The mower is designed for push operation and features rear wheel adjustments for cutting height. It has a cutting width of 21 inches and an adjustable cutting height between 1 and 3.5 inches, with 9 available positions. The mower uses a steel blade that is suitable for mulching and bagging. The grass bag has a capacity of 2.4 bushels. The mower weighs approximately 60 lbs. In operation, the mower can discharge clippings out the rear or mulch them back into the lawn. The engine oil should be checked before each use and changed after the first 5 hours of use and then every 25 hours or season. Regular inspection and cleaning or replacing of the air filter every 100 hours or season is also necessary. The spark plug should be replaced yearly or every 100 hours.
Technical Specifications
- Model Number: 917.388553
- Product Type: Walk Behind Mower
- Engine: 6.5 horsepower Briggs & Stratton engine, model 123K02-0258-E1
- Fuel capacity: 1.6 quarts of unleaded regular gasoline (87 octane minimum)
- Oil type: SAE 30 above 32°F, SAE 5W-30 below 32°F
- Oil capacity: 20 oz
- Drive type: Push, with rear wheel adjustments for cutting height
- Cutting width: 21 inches
- Cutting height: 1-3.5 inches, adjustable in 9 positions
- Blade type: Steel mulching/bagging blade
- Grass bag capacity: 2.4 bushels
- Weight: 60 lbs
Warranty
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.388553 comes with a 2-year limited warranty. This warranty typically covers defects in materials and workmanship, although the precise terms may vary and should be confirmed in the product's warranty documentation. To claim the warranty, it is usually necessary to present proof of purchase, such as a receipt, to the manufacturer or authorized service center. Any maintenance or repairs required due to normal wear and tear, misuse, or improper maintenance may not be covered under the warranty. It's always recommended to refer to the product's warranty documentation for complete details.