Polaris 2013 BRUTUS Owner's Manual - Manual (Page 43)

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OPERATION
Braking
1. Release the travel control pedal completely.
2. Press the brake pedal evenly and firmly.
3. Practice starting and stopping (using the brakes) until
you're familiar with the controls.
Tip: When the travel control pedal is released, the vehicle hydraulic
system will slow the vehicle to a stop. Use the brake pedal to
assist the stopping distance.
Driving Procedure
1. Wear eye protection.
2. Perform the pre-ride inspection. See page 35.
3. Sit in the driver's seat and fasten the seat belt.
4. Start the engine and allow it to warm up.
5. For Model HD; Raise the attachment arm. See page 44.
6. Apply the service brakes and shift the transmission into
gear.
7. Check your surroundings and determine your path of
travel.
8. Keeping both hands on the steering wheel, slowly release
the brakes and depress the travel control pedal with your
right foot to begin driving. (Press the toe of the travel con-
trol pedal for forward travel, press the heel of the travel
control pedal for backward travel.)
9. Drive slowly. Practice maneuvering and using the travel
control pedal and brakes on level surfaces.
Tip: Allow the utility vehicle to come to a stop before changing direc-
tions with the travel control pedal.
10. Do not carry a passenger until you have at least two hours
of driving experience with this vehicle.