Polaris 2013 BRUTUS Owner's Manual - Manual (Page 41)

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OPERATION
Cold Weather Operation
Bio-Diesel Blended Fuel
Use the following guidelines if bio-diesel blended fuel is used:
• Never use bio-diesel blended fuel containing more than 5%
bio-diesel in this vehicle.
• Ensure the fuel tank is as full as possible at all times to pre-
vent moisture from collecting in the fuel tank.
• Ensure that the fuel tank cap is securely tightened.
• Clean up any spilled fuel immediately to prevent damage to
painted surfaces.
• Drain all water from the fuel filter daily before operating the
vehicle.
• Do not exceed the engine oil change interval. Extended
intervals can result in engine damage.
• Before vehicle storage, drain the fuel tank, refill with 100%
petroleum diesel fuel, add fuel stabilizer and run the engine
for at least 30 minutes.
NOTICE: Bio-diesel blended fuel does not have long term stability
and should not be stored for more than three months.
Operating Conditions
NOTICE: Observe the following environmental operating conditions
to maintain engine performance and avoid premature
engine wear.
• Avoid operating in the presence of chemical gases or fumes.
• Avoid operating in a corrosive atmosphere such as salt water
spray.
• NEVER operate the engine in a floodplain unless proper
precautions are taken to avoid being subject to a flood.
• NEVER expose the engine to the rain.
• The standard range of ambient temperatures for the normal
operation of YANMAR engines is from +5° F (-15° C) to
+104° F (+40° C).
• If the ambient temperature exceeds +104° F (+40° C), the
engine may overheat and cause the engine oil to break
down.
• If the ambient temperature is between +5° F (-15° C) and -
25° F (-32° C), POLARIS recommends the use of a block
heater. See page 39.