Craftsman 917376393 lawn mower Parts

On the Craftsman walk-behind mower model 917376393, the model and serial numbers are printed on a decal on the rear of the lawn mower housing. Once you have that model number, you can match the correct parts list and diagrams for your exact mower in the owner's manual.

Where to find the model and serial number decal

Look for a sticker or metal tag on the mower body (not the handle):

• Stand behind the mower at the handle position
• Look down at the back of the deck housing (rear of the mower body)
• Wipe off grass, dust, and oil film so the numbers are readable
• Record both the model number and serial number exactly as shown
• Take a clear photo of the decal for reference when ordering parts

How to use the model number to look up the right parts

When you search parts for Craftsman mowers, the model number is what ties your mower to the correct blade, drive, and deck components.

• Use the full model number (for this mower: 917376393)
• Match the model number to the parts diagrams before ordering
• If you are replacing cutting parts, confirm deck size and blade style in the diagrams
• For common wear items, compare your old part to the diagram callout

Common parts you may look up by model

What you are replacing	Example part on this model page	What it affects
Blade	Husqvarna lawn mower 22-inch deck 3-in-1 blade 532421825	Cut quality, mulching, bagging
Zone control cable	Control cable 587326601	Engine stop control and operator presence control
Transmission	Lawn mower transmission assembly 589600601	Self-propel drive function

Why it matters

Craftsman mower parts can look similar across different 917-series models, but mounting patterns, cable lengths, and drive components vary. Using the exact model and serial number prevents ordering the wrong blade, control cable, or transmission.

You can order replacement parts for Craftsman model 917376393 from the parts list for this mower, or search by model number on Sears PartsDirect.

Last updated: February 2026

Common problems on the Craftsman 917376393 gas walk-behind mower are no-start, loss of power, poor cutting, excessive vibration, and drive issues. Most of these trace back to fuel quality, airflow (air filter), ignition (spark plug), or a loose or damaged blade and blade adapter; our owner's manual troubleshooting chart covers the same core causes.

Most common symptoms and what usually causes them

• Won’t start: stale fuel, water in fuel, dirty air filter, spark plug wire off, bad spark plug, or the control bar not held against the handle
• Loss of power: heavy grass load, dirty air filter, grass buildup under the deck, too much oil, or walking speed too fast
• Poor cut: worn or bent blade, uneven wheel height settings, or debris packed under the mower deck
• Excessive vibration: loose blade hardware, bent blade, broken blade adapter, or bent crankshaft (often after hitting something)
• Hard to push or loss of drive: drive system wear, wheel issues, or transmission problems

Quick checks we recommend first (fast, high-impact)

1. Drain old gas and refill with fresh fuel (stale fuel is a top cause of no-start).
2. Check the air filter and replace if dirty.
3. Inspect the blade area for looseness or damage; replace a worn blade with the husqvarna lawn mower 22-inch deck 3-in-1 blade 532421825.
4. Clean packed grass from under the deck (buildup causes power loss and poor cutting).
5. Confirm the control bar is held to the handle while starting.

Parts that commonly fix these problems

Symptom	Part that often helps	What it affects
Poor cut, vibration	Blade	Cut quality and balance
Loss of drive	Transmission assembly	Self-propel function
Discharge issues	Clipping deflector	Side discharge control

If you need replacements, order model-matched parts from the parts list for Craftsman 917376393, or search by model on Sears PartsDirect.

Why it matters

Catching issues early prevents bigger damage. For example, mowing with a bent or loose blade can create severe vibration and can damage the crankshaft, while grass buildup under the deck can make the engine work harder and reduce cut quality.

Last updated: February 2026

Craftsman walk-behind mower model 917376393 does not have a single “made from year X to year Y” range printed in the mower’s owner's manual. For this model, the most reliable way to date it is by using the serial number and code date shown on the mower’s rear housing decal.

How to identify the build timeframe (fast and accurate)

We use the identification decal on the mower to narrow the production timeframe.

• Find the model and serial number decal on the rear of the lawn mower housing.
• Write down the serial number exactly as shown.
• Look for a code date format on the engine or decal (many engines use a numeric code date).
• Record the date of purchase if you still have it; it helps confirm the timeframe.
• Use the owner's manual to match the decal location and record the information correctly.

What the manual confirms for this model

The documentation for Craftsman 917376393 specifically notes where to find the identification information.

Item	Where to find it	Why it matters
Model number	Rear housing decal	Confirms you are looking up the correct parts list
Serial number	Rear housing decal	Helps narrow production run and correct part variations
Date of purchase	Your receipt or records	Helps estimate age and maintenance intervals

Why it matters when ordering parts

Craftsman mower parts can vary by production run, even within the same model family. Dating the mower helps us avoid mismatches, especially for wear items and drive components.

Common parts that are often production-sensitive include:

• Blade and blade hardware
• Control cables
• Drive and transmission components
• Discharge and mulching door parts

If you are replacing a common wear item, you can order it from the parts list for this model or search by model number on Sears PartsDirect. For example, the husqvarna lawn mower 22-inch deck 3-in-1 blade 532421825 is a frequently replaced item on 22-inch deck mowers.

Last updated: February 2026