770-10018C.fm (4/01) IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY WHITE OUTDOOR PRODUCTS COMPANY P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722 Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forestcovered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective

If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator, in the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722. WHITE OUTDOOR PRODUCTS COMPANY P.O. BO

1 144-994-190 OUTDOOR PRODUCTS 1 144-995-190 PARTS CATALOG AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL Yard Boss GT-1655 Yard Boss GT-1855 Thank you for purchasing an American built product. PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO. 770-3581 INDEX Safe Operation Practices Assembly............. Controls.............. Operation.............. Adjustments........... Lubrication............ Maintenance........... .3 Off-Season Storage................ . 5 Electrical Diagram................. .8 Illustrated Parts forTra

Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times as the rotating blade(s) can cause injury. 16. Disengage power to attachment(s) and stop engine before making any repairs or adjustments. Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental starting. 17. Before attempting to unclog the mower or discharge chute, stop the engine. The mower blade(s) may continue to rotate for a few seconds after the engine is shut off. Therefore, be sure the blade(s) have stopp

If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the Sen/ice Department of White Outdoor Products, P.O. Box 361131, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019. PRINTED IN

Replace if worn or damaged. Keep vacuum bag free of debris when not in use. A WARNING - YOUR RESPONSIBILITY: Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine. 3 SECTION 2: SAFETY LABELS FOUND ON YOUR UNIT. ROTATING BLADES INSIDE. KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM ALL OPENINGS. DO NOT REMOVE OR ATTACH NOZZLE OR OPTIONAL HOSE KIT WHEN ENGINE IS RUNNING! S30183 A DANGER DO NOT OPERATE THIS UNIT WITHOUT ENT