Background
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.388191 is a 21-inch rear discharge rotary lawn mower. It is powered by a Briggs & Stratton 550 Series engine. This mower was manufactured by Roper Corp for Sears under the Craftsman brand. The engine is a 124cc overhead valve type, rated at 3.75 ft-lbs gross torque. The cutting width is 21 inches, and the cutting height can be adjusted between 1-3/4 to 4 inches. The deck is made from stamped steel, and the blade is also made from steel. The mower is manually pushed and started with a recoil starter. The mower has 7-inch front wheels and 8-inch rear wheels. It is rear bag compatible, with the bag being optional. The mower weighs 60 lbs.
This mower has several features including an operator presence control bar, a folding metal handle, and a 2-point height adjustment. It is capable of mulching and can discharge from the side or rear with a plug. It is also compatible with an accessory bag. The mower can be used for residential yard maintenance, providing a wide 21-inch cut and rear bagging ability for composting clippings or mulching for nutrient recycling back into the lawn. The mower uses regular unleaded gasoline and SAE 30 oil.
Technical Specifications
- Model Number: 917.388191
- Product Type: Walk Behind Mower
- Engine: Briggs & Stratton 550 Series 10T802-1244-B1 overhead valve 124cc engine, 3.75 ft-lbs gross torque
- Cutting Width: 21 inches
- Cutting Height: Adjustable between 1-3/4 to 4 inches
- Deck: Steel stamped deck
- Blade: 21 inch steel blade
- Drive: Manual push
- Start: Recoil starter
- Transmission: Manual push
- Wheels: 7-inch front wheels, 8-inch rear wheels
- Grass Collection: Rear bag compatible (bag not included)
- Weight: 60 lbs
- Additional Features: Operator presence control bar, Folding metal handle, 2-point height adjustment, Mulching capable, Side or rear discharge with plug, Accessory bag compatible
Warranty
The Craftsman Walk Behind Mower 917.388191 comes with a warranty period that spans two different lengths of time depending on its usage. For regular, non-commercial use, a full warranty extends for up to two years. However, if the mower is used commercially, the warranty is limited to 90 days. The warranty covers the entire mower with the exception of the engine, which is separately warranted by Briggs & Stratton. In order to claim the warranty, it is usually necessary to contact the manufacturer or the retailer from which the product was purchased. Make sure to keep the original purchase receipt as proof of ownership and the date of purchase. Specific instructions for claiming the warranty should be detailed in the product's user manual or on the manufacturer's website.