Craftsman 917379470 lawn mower Parts

To look up the correct Craftsman model number for parts and manuals, we recommend finding the model number on the mower’s ID label and matching it exactly (for this mower, it’s 917379470). Use the 917379470 owner's manual to confirm the model format and parts breakdown.

Where to find the model number on a Craftsman walk-behind mower

On Craftsman walk-behind mowers like model 917379470, the model number is typically printed on an ID label on the mower deck or rear housing area (not under a seat like a riding mower).

Check these common spots:

• Rear of the mower deck near the discharge chute
• Top of the deck near the engine mounting area
• Back panel between the rear wheels
• Near the height adjuster brackets
• On a sticker or metal tag close to the handle mounting points

How to use the model number once you find it

Use the model number exactly as shown (including dots or dashes if present on the tag). For example, the manual lists this mower as 917.379470, while parts lookup commonly uses 917379470.

Best practice for parts lookup:

• Search using the full model number first (example: 917379470)
• If results are limited, try the dotted format (example: 917.379470)
• Match the product type (gas walk-behind mower) to avoid mixing with tractors or snow equipment

Quick reference: model number vs. part numbers

What you’re looking at	Example	What it’s used for
Model number	917379470 (or 917.379470)	Identifies the exact mower version
Part ID	532406713	Identifies a specific part listing
Part number	192682	Manufacturer number shown in diagrams

Why it matters

Craftsman model numbers often look similar across different mower versions. Using the exact model number helps ensure the blade, belt, drive cable, and wheel adjuster parts match your deck size and drive system.

Last updated: February 2026

For Craftsman walk-behind mower model 917379470, the serial number is mainly used to identify the exact production run for parts matching; the safest way to “read” it is to record it exactly as shown on the ID label and use the identification guidance in the 917379470 owner's manual.

Where to find the model and serial label

On most Craftsman walk-behind mowers, the model and serial information is on a sticker or plate on the mower deck. Check these common locations:

• Rear of the mower deck, near the handle mounting area
• Top of the deck near the engine mounting bolts
• Side of the deck near the discharge opening
• Near a rear wheel height adjuster bracket
• On the rear shield area behind the engine

How to interpret what you see on the label

Craftsman serial formats vary by manufacturer and production year, so we recommend reading the label by sections instead of assuming a fixed date code.

• Write down the full serial number exactly (include letters, dashes, and spaces)
• Confirm you are not copying the model number (for this mower, the model is 917379470)
• Look for a separate “DOM” or “Date” field if it is printed on the tag
• If the serial begins with digits that resemble a date, treat it as a possible date code, not a guarantee

Quick reference: model number vs serial number

Item	What it does	Example for this mower
Model number	Identifies the mower design for diagrams and parts lists	917379470
Serial number	Identifies the specific unit and production run	Printed on the ID label

Why it matters

Using the correct serial number helps us match the right Craftsman parts when there are mid-year changes, especially for wear items like the blade, blade adapter, drive belt, and control cables.

Last updated: February 2026

Common problems on the Craftsman 917379470 walk-behind mower include hard starting (often from stale fuel or ignition issues), loss of power from airflow or deck buildup, poor cut from a worn or bent blade, and self-propel drive issues when the drive wheels get packed with grass. See the 917379470 owner's manual for the model’s troubleshooting chart and maintenance steps.

Most common symptoms and what usually causes them

• Won’t start or starts then dies: stale fuel, dirty air filter, spark plug/wire issues, flooded engine from over-priming
• Loss of power: dirty air filter, grass and debris buildup under the deck, too much engine oil
• Poor cut (uneven): worn, bent, or loose blade; uneven wheel height settings; deck packed with clippings
• Excessive vibration: loose or damaged blade, broken blade adapter, bent crankshaft
• Self-propel won’t move or is hard to push: drive wheels not turning freely due to debris; worn drive components

Quick checks we recommend before replacing parts

1. Use fresh gasoline; drain and refill if fuel is old or contaminated.
2. Confirm the operator presence control bar is held down while starting.
3. Inspect and clean or replace the air filter.
4. Tip the mower safely (spark plug wire disconnected) and clear packed grass from under the deck.
5. Check blade tightness and condition; replace if bent or badly worn.
6. If self-propel is weak, remove the wheels and clean debris from the dust cover and gear teeth.

Parts that commonly solve these problems

Symptom	Common fix	Example part for this model
Uneven cut, poor mulching	Replace worn/bent blade	Blade.22.mul 532406713
Excessive vibration, blade won’t stay tight	Inspect/replace blade adapter	Lawn mower blade adapter 532421176
Self-propel slips or won’t pull	Inspect/replace drive belt	Belt 532157769

Why it matters

Catching these issues early prevents bigger failures (like damaged blade adapters or crankshafts), improves cut quality, and reduces strain on the engine and drive system. Regular cleaning under the deck and keeping the drive wheels free of debris also helps the mower maintain proper ground speed and bagging performance.

Last updated: February 2026

Craftsman model 917379470 is a walk-behind rotary lawn mower, not a riding mower, so it does not match the “riding mower year” question. For this model, use the product identification and specifications section in the 917379470 owner's manual to confirm the exact manufacturing date details shown on your mower’s ID label.

Why the model type matters

Model numbers in the 917.xxxxxx format can appear on different Craftsman products. The 917379470 documentation we have is specifically for a 6.5 HP, 22-inch side-discharge rotary walk-behind mower, so year ranges for a Craftsman riding mower (like an LT-series tractor) do not apply.

How to find the year (or date code) on your 917379470 mower

Check these common locations for the ID label and date information:

• On the rear of the mower deck near the discharge chute
• On the deck top surface near the engine mounting area
• On the handle bracket area (near the height adjuster hardware)
• In the manual’s product identification section
• On a sticker or stamped plate showing model and serial information

What to record before you look up the year

Write down the details exactly as shown on the label; this prevents ordering the wrong Craftsman parts.

What to capture	Example of what it looks like	Why we need it
Model number	917.379470	Confirms the correct product family
Serial number	Varies by unit	Often encodes build date
Engine model/type	Varies by engine brand	Helps match tune-up and fuel parts
Deck size	22-inch	Confirms blade and adapter fit

Related parts that often depend on the exact model/serial

If you are asking about “year” to match maintenance parts, these are commonly model-specific:

• Blade and blade hardware (blade, adapter, fasteners)
• Drive system parts (belt, drive control cable)
• Wheel adjuster and dust cover components

For example, the parts list for this mower includes items like the blade.22.mul 532406713 and the lawn mower blade adapter 532421176, which must match your deck and blade mount style.

Why it matters

The correct year or date code helps ensure you get the right blade, belt, and control cables for your Craftsman mower, especially when there were mid-production changes.

Last updated: February 2026