Polaris 2013 BRUTUS Owner's Manual - Manual (Page 42)

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OPERATION
Starting the Engine
NOTICE: NEVER use an engine
starting aid such as ether.
Engine damage will result.
Before operating this vehicle in
cold weather, review the cold
weather operation information
beginning on page 39.
Always wait for the glow plug indi-
cator light to turn off before crank-
ing the engine.
Tip: Engine will not start unless: Gear selector is in Park or Neutral,
travel control pedal is in neutral and PTO (if equipped) is OFF.
1. Always start the engine outdoors or in a well-ventilated
area.
2. Sit in the driver's seat and fasten the seat belt.
3. Apply the brakes.
4. Put the gear selector lever in the Park position.
5. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position and wait for
the glow plug indicator light to turn off before cranking
the engine.
6. Turn the ignition switch past the ON position to START.
Engage the starter for a maximum of five seconds. Release
the key when the engine starts.
7. If the engine does not start within five seconds, release the
ignition switch and wait five seconds. Repeat steps 5 and 6
until the engine starts.
8. Allow the engine to warm to operating temperature. (For
Models HD and HD PTO ; Vary the engine RPM slightly
with the engine speed control lever to aid in warm up until
the engine idles smoothly.)
NOTICE: Operating the vehicle immediately after starting could
cause engine and hydraulic component damage. Allow the
engine to warm up for several minutes before operating
the vehicle.
Stopping the Engine
For maximum engine life, allow the engine to idle, without
load, for 5 minutes. This will allow the engine components
that operate at high temperatures, such as the exhaust system,
to cool slightly before the engine is shut down.
1. Press the brake pedal until the utility vehicle comes to a
complete stop.
2. For models HD and HD PTO only: Lower the attachment
arm and put the attachment flat on the ground.
3. Move the gear selector lever to Park.
4. For models HD and HD PTO only: Move the engine speed
control lever to low idle. Disengage the PTO and make
sure all rotating components are completely stopped.
5. Turn the engine off and remove the key to prevent unau-
thorized use.
WARNING! A rolling vehicle can cause serious injury. Always place
the gear selector lever in PARK before stopping the engine.
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