Polaris 2013 BRUTUS Owner's Manual - Manual (Page 18)

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SAFETY
Operator Safety
Improper Tire Maintenance
Operating this vehicle with improper tires or with improper or uneven
tire pressure could cause loss of control or accident.
Always use the size and type of tires specified for your vehicle.
Always maintain proper tire pressure as described in the owner's
manual and on safety labels.
Operating on Frozen Bodies of Water
Severe injury or death can result if the vehicle and/or the operator fall
through the ice. Never operate the vehicle on a frozen body of water
unless you have first verified that the ice is sufficiently thick to support
the weight and moving force of the vehicle, you and your passengers,
and your cargo, together with any other vehicles in your party. Always
check with local authorities and residents to confirm ice conditions
and thickness over your entire route. Vehicle operators assume all
risk associated with ice conditions on frozen bodies of water.
Unauthorized Use of the Vehicle
Leaving the keys in the ignition can lead to unauthorized use of the
vehicle, which could result in an accident or overturn. Always remove
the ignition key when the vehicle is not in use.
Hot Exhaust Systems
Exhaust system components are very hot during and after use of the
vehicle. Hot components can cause burns and fire. Do not touch hot
exhaust system components. Always keep combustible materials
away from the exhaust system. Use caution when traveling through
tall grass, especially dry grass.
Attachment Arm System (If Equipped)
The dealer explains the capabilities and restrictions of the BRUTUS
utility vehicle, attachment and accessories for each application. The
dealer demonstrates the safe operation according to Polaris
instructional materials, which are also available to operators. The
dealer can also identify unsafe modifications or use of unapproved
attachments and accessories. The attachments and buckets are
designed for an attachment arm Rated Capacity. They are designed
for secure fastening to the BRUTUS utility vehicle. The user must
check with the dealer, or POLARIS literature, to determine safe loads
of materials of specified densities for the vehicle - attachment
combination.
Safety Rules For Power Take-Off (PTO) Driven
Attachments (If Equipped)
• Keep PTO shields and all guards in place. Replace damaged or
missing shields and guards before operating.
• Follow warnings and instructions on machine signs (decals).
Replace damaged or missing decals.
• Do not wear loose or bulky clothing around the PTO or other
moving parts.
• Keep bystanders away from PTO driven equipment, and never
allow children near machines.
• Read and understand the manuals for the PTO driven equipment
and be aware of safe operating procedures and hazards that may
not be readily apparent.
• Always walk around equipment to avoid coming near a turning
PTO driveline. Stepping over, leaning across or crawling under a
turning PTO driveline can cause entanglement.
• Position the machine and attachment correctly to prevent driveline
stress.
• Use caution when raising PTO driven attachment. Excessive
driveline angle can reduce driveline service life .