Background
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.388940, manufactured by Roper Corp for Sears, is a gas-powered lawn mower designed for non-commercial use. The mower features a 21-inch cutting width and a 6.0 horsepower Briggs & Stratton engine (model 122K02-0577-E1). The mower offers a manual push transmission and a steel 21-inch cutting blade. It is equipped with a recoil starter and has the ability to handle grass in three ways: rear bagging, side discharge, or mulching. The mower has 7-inch front wheels and 12-inch rear wheels, and weighs 140 pounds. It has a fuel tank capacity of 1.6 quarts and an oil capacity of 20 oz SAE 30.
In terms of operational flexibility, the mower provides users with a 6-position height adjustment feature that allows for a cutting height range between 1 and 3 inches. This mower also has a rear-wheel drive which improves traction. The mower is designed with dual ball bearing wheels and a steel mulching blade. Regular maintenance is required for optimum performance, including changing engine oil, cleaning or changing the air filter, replacing the spark plug and sharpening the blade.
Technical Specifications
- Model Number: 917.388940
- Product: Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.388940
- Product Type: Walk Behind Mower
- Engine: 6.0 HP Briggs & Stratton 122K02-0577-E1
- Cutting width: 21 inches
- Cutting height: 1-3 inches in 6 adjustable heights
- Starter: Recoil
- Transmission: Manual push
- Blade: Steel 21 inch cutting blade
- Grass handling: Rear bagging, side discharge or mulching
- Wheels: 7 inch front, 12 inch rear
- Weight: 140 lbs
- Fuel tank capacity: 1.6 quarts
- Oil capacity: 20 oz SAE 30
Warranty
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.388940 is backed by a 2 year limited warranty. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship under non-commercial usage. Both parts and labor involved in covered repairs are included in the warranty, assuming that the repairs are performed by a Sears service center. However, the warranty becomes void if the product is used commercially or is not maintained as per recommended guidelines. To claim the warranty, you'll need to contact a Sears service center and provide necessary information, such as proof of purchase and details about the issue. It's important to note that genuine Craftsman parts should be used during any repair processes to maintain the warranty coverage.