Craftsman 917376746 lawn mower Parts

For Craftsman model 917376746, the serial number is on a decal on the rear of the mower housing; once you have it, you can estimate the mower’s age by matching the serial format to the manufacturer’s date-code system (many use a year and week or year and month pattern). Use the location and recording guidance in the 917376746 owner's manual to make sure you’re reading the correct decal.

Where to find the serial number on model 917376746

The model and serial numbers are typically printed together on the same decal.

• Look on the rear of the lawn mower housing (back of the deck)
• Clean grass and dirt off the area so the decal is readable
• Write down the full serial number exactly as shown (letters and numbers)
• Record the date of purchase too; it helps confirm the approximate age

How to decode the age from the serial number

Craftsman walk-behind mowers can use different serial formats depending on the actual manufacturer and production run. The most reliable approach is to look for a built-in date code pattern.

Common date-code patterns you may see:

• YYWW (year, week of year), for example 2315 = 2023, week 15
• YYMM (year, month), for example 2204 = April 2022
• MMDDYY or YYMMDD (full numeric date)
• A longer serial where the first 2 to 4 digits represent year and week or year and month

Quick check table

What you see in the serial	What it usually means	Example interpretation
4 digits like YYWW	Year + production week	2315 = week 15 of 2023
4 digits like YYMM	Year + month	2204 = April 2022
6 digits like MMDDYY	Full date	041522 = April 15, 2022

Why it matters

Knowing the build timeframe helps us match the correct parts and specs for your mower, especially for wear items like the blade, drive belt, wheels, and control cables that can vary by production run.

Last updated: January 2026

For the Craftsman lawn mower model 917376746, we recommend using regular 87-octane unleaded gasoline; higher octane (like 91) does not add power or protection in a small mower engine when the manufacturer calls for regular fuel. For fuel handling, storage, and safety details, follow the 917376746 owner's manual.

What to use (and what to avoid)

• Use fresh, clean unleaded gasoline, typically 87 octane.
• Avoid using old gas from last season; stale fuel is a top cause of hard starting.
• Avoid fuel contaminated with water or dirt; it can clog the carburetor jets.
• If your area sells ethanol-blended fuel, keep it fresh and do not store it long-term.
• Never refuel near ignition sources; let the engine cool before storing the mower.

Quick comparison: 87 vs 91 octane

Fuel choice	Best use in a mower like 917376746	What you gain	Common downside
87 octane (regular)	Everyday mowing	Correct fuel for most walk-behind mowers	None when fuel is fresh
91 octane (premium)	Not needed for normal operation	No meaningful performance benefit	Higher cost; still goes stale

Storage and seasonal tips that prevent fuel problems

The manual’s storage guidance is clear: do not keep gasoline from one season to the next, and keep your fuel container in good condition.

• Buy only what you will use in 30 days.
• Use a clean, approved gas can; replace it if it starts to rust.
• If you store the mower indoors, do not store it with gasoline in the tank where fumes could reach a flame or spark.
• Keep the mower covered with a breathable cover (not plastic) once it is fully cool.

Why it matters

Using the right fuel (and keeping it fresh) helps your Craftsman 917376746 start easier, run smoother, and reduces carburetor and fuel-system issues that lead to no-start or surging complaints.

Last updated: January 2026

A “Craftsman 6.75” label usually refers to the engine series or horsepower class, not a single mower model number. For the Craftsman walk-behind mower covered by our documentation, the model number is 917.376746 (shown on the ID label and in the 917376746 owner's manual).

How to find the correct model number on your mower

Use the mower’s product ID label, not the engine cover decal.

• Look for a sticker or plate on the rear deck, near the rear wheels, or on the handle bracket
• The mower model is typically formatted like 917.XXXXXX
• Write down the full number exactly as shown (including dots)
• If your mower has electric start, also note any battery or key-start labeling
• If you only have “6.75” from the engine shroud, treat that as engine info, not the mower model

Craftsman “6.75” vs mower model number (quick comparison)

What you see	What it usually means	What to use for parts
“6.75” on the engine cover	Engine rating/series identifier	Mower model number from the ID label
“917.376746” on the label/manual	The mower’s full model number	Use this to match diagrams and parts

Why it matters

Parts like the drive system, wheels, and blade are matched to the mower model, not the engine rating. Using the correct model number helps you avoid ordering the wrong drive belt, wheel parts, or control cable.

Example parts that are model-matched on 917.376746

• Lawn mower drive control cable 532407816 (self-propel/drive engagement)
• Poulan lawn mower ground drive belt, 3/8 x 33-3/16-in 532196857 (ground drive belt)
• Lawn mower mulching blade 532406707 (22-in deck cutting blade)

Last updated: January 2026