Polaris BRUTUS User manual

Owner's Manual
for Maintenance and Safety
BRUTUS
MOWER

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WELCOME
Thank you for purchasing a POLARIS vehicle, and welcome to our world-wide family of POLARIS owners. We proudly pro-
duce an exciting line of utility and recreational products.
• Snowmobiles
• All-terrain vehicles (ATVs)
• BRUTUS®utility vehicles and attachments
•RANGER®utility vehicles
• Victory® motorcycles
• Low Emission Vehicles (LEVs)
We believe POLARIS sets a standard of excellence for all utility and recreational vehicles manufactured in the world today.
Many years of experience have gone into the engineering, design, and development of your POLARIS vehicle, making it the
finest machine we’ve ever produced.
For safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle, be sure to follow the instructions and recommendations in this owner’s man-
ual. Your manual contains instructions for minor maintenance, but information about major repairs is outlined in the
POLARIS Service Manual and should be performed only by a Factory Certified Master Service Dealer® (MSD) Technician.
Your POLARIS dealer knows your vehicle best and is interested in your total satisfaction. Be sure to return to your dealership
for all of your service needs during, and after, the warranty period.

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POLARIS® and BRUTUS® are trademarks of POLARIS Industries Inc.
Copyright 2013 POLARIS Industries Inc. All information contained within this publication is based on the latest product information at the time of publica-
tion. Due to constant improvements in the design and quality of production components, some minor discrepancies may result between the actual vehicle
and the information presented in this publication. Depictions and/or procedures in this publication are intended for reference use only. No liability can be
accepted for omissions or inaccuracies. Any reprinting or reuse of the depictions and/or procedures contained within, whether whole or in part, is
expressly prohibited.
The original instructions for this vehicle are in English. Other languages are provided as translations of the original instructions.
Printed in U.S.A.
BRUTUS Mower Owner’s Manual
P/N 9924399

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Features And Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Daily Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Lifting The Attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Transporting The Attachment On A Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Maintenance Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
POLARIS Products. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Maintenance Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

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INTRODUCTION
Failure to follow the warnings contained in this manual can result in severe injury or death.
A POLARIS BRUTUS and attachments are not toy’s and can be hazardous to operate. This vehicle handles differently than other vehicles,
such as motorcycles and cars. A collision or rollover can occur quickly, even during routine maneuvers like turning, or driving on hills or over
obstacles, if you fail to take proper precautions.
• Read this owner’s manual. Understand all safety warnings, precautions and operating procedures before operating the vehicle. Keep this
manual with the vehicle.
• Never permit a guest to operate this vehicle unless the guest has read this manual and all product labels.
• Always keep hands and feet inside the vehicle at all times.
• The Polaris BRUTUS is not intended for on-highway use. Driver must be at least 16 years old with a valid driver’s license to operate.
Passengers must be at least 12 years old and tall enough to sit with feet firmly on the floor. All SxS drivers should take a safety training
course. Polaris recommends that drivers and passengers wear helmets, eye protection, and protective clothing, especially for trail riding
and other recreational use. Always wear seat belts. Be particularly careful on difficult terrain. Never engage in stunt driving, and avoid
excessive speeds and sharp turns. Riding and alcohol/drugs don’t mix. Check local laws before riding trails.
The BRUTUS is an off-road vehicle. Familiarize yourself with all laws and regulations concerning the operation of this vehi-
cle in your area.
The following signal words and symbols appear throughout this manual and on your vehicle. Your safety is involved when
these words and symbols are used. Become familiar with their meanings before reading the manual.
Safety Symbols and Signal Words
The following signal words and symbols appear throughout this manual. Your safety and the safety of others is involved when
these words and symbols are used. Become familiar with their meanings before reading the manual.
The safety alert symbol indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
DANGER
A DANGER indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
A CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
A NOTICE indicates a situation that could result in property damage.
The Prohibition Safety Sign indicates an action NOT to take in order to avoid a hazard.
The Mandatory Action Sign indicates an action that NEEDS to be taken to avoid a hazard.
WARNING

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INTRODUCTION
Vehicle Identification Numbers
Record your mower identification number in the spaces provided.
Vehicle Model Number:
VIN

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SAFETY
Safety Labels and Locations
Warning labels have been placed on the vehicle for your protection. Read and follow the instructions of the labels on the vehi-
cle carefully. If any of the labels depicted in this manual differ from the labels on your vehicle, always read and follow the
instructions of the labels on the vehicle.
If any label becomes illegible or comes off, contact your POLARIS dealer to purchase a replacement. Replacement safety
labels are provided by POLARIS at no charge. The part number is printed on the label.
3120409
3120408
3120406 (2)
3120428
7136693
7136693
DECALS LOCATED UNDER
MOWER COVER
Illustrations may include optional accessories.

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SAFETY
Safety Labels and Locations
Thrown Objects / Rotating Blades Danger
DANGER
THROWN OBJECTS CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
• Clear mowing area of debris.
• Never operate mower in vicinity of other persons. Objects can be thrown more than several hundred feet.
• Keep all shields installed. Repair or replace if damaged or missing.
• Check blades and mounting hardware. Replace if damaged or missing. Never weld or modify
ROTAING BLADES CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
• Never put hands, feet or objects into or under mower when engine is running.
• Keep bystanders away.
• No riders.
• Stop engine before servicing.
3120406
Shields Removed Warning
WARNING
AVOID INJURY
• Do not operate with shields removed.
• Do not modify.
SEE IMPLEMENT OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL FOR MORE INSTRUCTIONS.
3120409
Thrown Objects / Rotating Blades Danger
DANGER
THROWN OBJECTS OR ROTATING BLADES CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
• Do not operate without discharge chute in place.
• replace discharge chute if damaged or missing. Never weld of modify.
3120428
Rotating Shafts Danger / Overspeed Warning
DANGER
ROTATING SHAFT WILL CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
Keep shields and guards in place.
WARNING
Overspeeding implement PTO can cause serious injury or death.
Do Not exceed PTO speed of 2000 RPM.
3120408

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SAFETY
Operator Safety
WARNING!
Serious injury or death can result if you do not follow these instructions and procedures, which are outlined in further detail within your
owner's manual.
• Read this manual and all labels carefully. Follow the operating procedures described.
• Never allow anyone under age 16 to operate this vehicle and never allow anyone without a valid driver's license to operate
this vehicle.
• Do not carry passengers until you have at least two hours of driving experience with this vehicle.
• No person under the age of 12 may ride as a passenger in this vehicle. Any passenger must be able to comfortably reach the
floor and hand holds.
• The driver and all passengers must wear eye protection and seat belt at all times. All riders should also wear long sleeves,
long pants and sturdy over-the-ankle boots.
• Always keep hands and feet inside the vehicle at all times.
• Always keep both hands on the steering wheel and both feet on the floorboards of the vehicle during operation.
• Never permit a guest to operate this vehicle unless the guest has read this manual and all product labels.
• To reduce tipover risk, be especially careful when encountering obstacles and slopes and when braking on hills or during
turns.
• This vehicle is for off road use only. Never operate on public roads. Always avoid paved surfaces.
• Never consume alcohol or drugs before or while operating this vehicle.
• Never operate at excessive speeds. Always travel at a speed proper for the terrain, visibility and operating conditions, and
your experience.
• Never attempt jumps or other stunts.
• Always inspect the vehicle before each use to make sure it's in safe operating condition. Always follow the inspection pro-
cedures described in this manual.
• Always travel slowly and use extra caution when operating on unfamiliar terrain. Be alert to changing terrain.
• Never operate on excessively rough, slippery or loose terrain.
• Always follow proper procedures for turning. Practice turning at slow speeds before attempting to turn at faster speeds.
Never turn at excessive speeds.
• Always have this vehicle checked by an authorized POLARIS dealer if it has been involved in an accident.
• Never operate this vehicle on hills too steep for the vehicle or for your abilities. Practice on smaller hills before attempting
larger hills.
• Always follow proper procedures for climbing hills as described in the BRUTUS owner’s manual. Check the terrain care-
fully before attempting to climb a hill. Never climb hills with excessively slippery or loose surfaces. Never move the travel
control pedal suddenly, make sudden changes of direction or make sudden gear changes. Never go over the top of a hill at
high speed.
• Always follow the proper procedures outlined in this manual for traveling downhill and for braking on hills. Check the ter-
rain carefully before descending a hill. Never travel downhill at high speed. Avoid going downhill at an angle, which would
cause the vehicle to lean sharply to one side. Travel straight down the hill where possible.
• Always check for obstacles before operating in a new area. Never attempt to operate over large obstacles such as rocks or
fallen trees. Always follow the proper procedures outlined in the BRUTUS owner’s manual when operating over obstacles.
• Always be careful of skidding or sliding. On slippery surfaces such as ice, travel slowly and exercise caution to reduce the
chance of skidding or sliding out of control.
• Never operate your vehicle in fast-flowing water or in water deeper than that specified in the BRUTUS owner’s manual.
Wet brakes may have reduced stopping ability. Test your brakes after leaving water. If necessary, apply them lightly several
times to let friction dry out the pads.
• Always be sure there are no obstacles or people behind your vehicle when operating in reverse. When it's safe to proceed in
reverse, move slowly. Avoid turning at sharp angles in reverse.
• Always use the proper size and type of tires specified in this manual. Always maintain proper tire pressure as specified on
safety labels.
• Never modify this vehicle through improper installation or use of accessories.
• Never exceed the stated load capacity for this vehicle. Cargo should be properly distributed and securely attached. Reduce
speed and follow the instructions in this manual for hauling cargo, with attachments installed or pulling a trailer. Allow a
greater distance for braking. Keep the attachment arm low (if equipped) and slow down when turning.
• Check that the attachment is securely fastened to the machine.
• Check for underground lines before operating attachment (if applicable).
• Disengage PTO (if equipped), put the gear selector lever in PARK, stop the engine and make sure all rotating components
are stopped before exiting utility vehicle.
• Always stop the engine before refueling. Remove flammable material containers from the box before filling them with fuel.
Make sure the refueling area is well ventilated and free of any source of flame or sparks. Fuel is extremely flammable. See
your BRUTUS owner’s manual for fuel safety warnings.
• Always remove the ignition key when the vehicle is not in use to prevent unauthorized use or accidental starting.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SAFETY, call POLARIS at 1-800-342-3764.

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SAFETY
Operator Safety
Equipment Modifications
We strongly recommend that consumers do not install on a POLARIS BRUTUS any equipment that may increase the speed or
power of the vehicle, or make any other modifications to the vehicle for these purposes. Any modifications to the original
equipment of the vehicle create a substantial safety hazard and increase the risk of bodily injury.
The warranty on your POLARIS BRUTUS is terminated if any equipment has been added to the vehicle, or if any modifica-
tions have been made to the vehicle, that increase its speed or power.
The addition of certain accessories, including (but not limited to) mowers, blades, tires, sprayers, or large racks, may change
the handling characteristics of the vehicle. Use only POLARIS-approved accessories and attachments, and familiarize your-
self with their function and effect on the vehicle.
WARNING!
Failure to operate the BRUTUS properly can result in a collision, loss of control, accident or overturn, which may result in serious injury or
death. Heed all safety warnings outlined in this section of the owner’s manual. See the OPERATION section of the owner’s manual for
proper operating procedures.
Age Restrictions
This vehicle is an ADULT VEHICLE ONLY. NEVER operate this vehicle if you are under age 16 and
NEVER operate without a valid driver’s license.
No person under the age of 12 may ride as a passenger in this vehicle. Any passenger must be able to
comfortably reach the floor and hand holds.
Operating Without Instruction
Operating this vehicle without proper instruction increases the risk of an accident. The operator must
understand how to operate the vehicle properly in different situations and on different types of terrain.
All operators must read and understand the Owner's Manual and all warning and instruction labels before
operating the vehicle and attachment.
Using Alcohol or Drugs
Operating the vehicle after consuming alcohol or drugs could adversely affect operator judgment, reaction
time, balance and perception.
Never drink alcohol or use drugs or medications before or while operating this vehicle.
Seat Belts
Riding in this vehicle without wearing the seat belt increases the risk of serious injury in the event of an
accident or sudden stop. Riders must wear seat belts at all times. Seat belts reduce the severity of injury in
the event of a sudden stop or accident. Always make sure the seat belts are secured for both the operator
and passengers before riding.
Protective Eyewear
Riding in this vehicle without wearing protective eye wear increases the risk of a serious injuries in the event of an accident.
Operator and all passengers must always wear approved eye protection (goggles).
Operating With a Load on the Vehicle
The weight of both cargo, passengers and attachments impacts vehicle operation. For your safety and the safety of others, carefully
consider how your vehicle is loaded and how to safely operate the vehicle. Follow the instructions in this manual for loading, tire pressure,
gear selection and speed.
•Do not exceed vehicle weight capacities. The vehicle’s maximum weight capacity is listed in the specifications section of the owner’s
manual and on a label on the vehicle. When more passenger weight is added, cargo weight may need to be reduced accordingly.
• The recommended tire pressures are listed in the specifications section of the BRUTUS owner’s manual.
Always follow these guidelines:
Under ANY of these conditions: Do ALL of these steps:
Passenger and/or cargo exceeds half the maximum weight capacity 1. Slow down.
2. Verify tire pressure.
3. Use extra caution when operating.
Operating in rough terrain
Operating over obstacles
Climbing an incline
Tow ing
Operating with attachments installed

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SAFETY
Failure to Inspect Before Operating
Failure to inspect and verify that the vehicle is in safe operating condition before operating increases the risk of an accident.
Always inspect your BRUTUS and attachment before each use to make sure it's in safe operating condition.
Always follow all inspection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the owner's manual.
Exposure to Exhaust
Engine exhaust fumes are poisonous and can cause loss of consciousness or death in a short time. Never start the engine or let it run in an
enclosed area.
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Operate this
vehicle only outdoors or in well-ventilated areas.
Operating a Damaged Vehicle
Operating a damaged vehicle or attachment can result in an accident. After any overturn or accident, have a qualified service dealer inspect
the entire machine for possible damage, including (but not limited to) brakes, throttle and steering systems.
Operating at Excessive Speeds
Operating this vehicle at excessive speeds increases the operator's risk of losing control. Always operate at a speed that's appropriate for
the terrain, the visibility and operating conditions, your skills and your passengers’ skills.
Turning Improperly
Turning improperly could cause loss of traction, loss of control, accident or overturn. Always follow proper procedures for turning. Never turn
abruptly or at sharp angles. Never turn at high speeds. Practice turning at slow speeds before attempting to turn at faster speeds.
Operating on Public Roads
Operating this vehicle on public streets, roads or highways could result in a collision with another vehicle.
Never operate this vehicle on any public street, road or highway, including dirt and gravel roads. In some areas it's unlawful to operate this
vehicle on public streets, roads and highways.
Jumps and Stunts
Attempting wheelies, jumps and other stunts increases the risk of an accident or overturn. Never attempt wheelies, jumps, or other stunts.
Avoid exhibition driving.
Operating in Unfamiliar Terrain
Failure to use extra caution when operating on unfamiliar terrain could result in an accident or overturn. Unfamiliar terrain may contain
hidden rocks, bumps, or holes that could cause loss of control or overturn.
Travel slowly and use extra caution when operating on unfamiliar terrain. Always be alert to changing terrain conditions.
Operating on Slippery Terrain
Failure to use extra caution when operating on excessively rough, slippery or loose terrain could cause loss of traction, loss of control,
accident or overturn.
Do not operate on excessively slippery surfaces.
Always reduce speed and use additional caution when operating on slippery surfaces.
Improper Hill Climbing
Climbing hills improperly can cause loss of control or vehicle overturn. Always follow proper procedures for climbing hills as described in the
BRUTUS owner's manual.
Stalling While Climbing a Hill
Stalling or rolling backwards while climbing a hill could cause an overturn. Always maintain a steady speed when climbing a hill.
If all forward speed is lost:
• Apply the brakes.
• Place the transmission in reverse and slowly allow the vehicle to roll straight downhill while applying light brake pressure to control
speed.
If you begin rolling downhill:
• Never apply engine power.
• Apply the brakes gradually until the vehicle is fully stopped.
• Place the transmission in reverse and slowly allow the vehicle to roll straight downhill while applying light brake pressure to control
speed.
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.

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FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Component Locations
Gearbox
Belt
Tension
Adjustment
Spring
Height
Adjustment
PTO Driveline
Manual
Storage
Container
Anti-Scalp
Wheels
UNDER MOWER COVER
Blade
Rotation
Indicator
Attachment
Mounting
Frame
Side
Discharge
Deflector
Height
Adjustment
Blade
Rotation
Indicator

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FEATURES AND ACCESSORIES
Standard Items
The mower is equipped with the following standard items:
• PTO-Category 1 Driveline
• Side Discharge deflector
• Blade Rotation Indicators
• Anti-Scalp Wheels

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INITIAL SETUP
Cutting Height Settings
WARNING!
MACHINE ROLLAWAY CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
The gear selector lever must be placed in PARK before leaving the
operator’s seat.
Always park on flat level ground.
Slightly raise the mower and support the mower deck with blocks.
Move the gear selector lever to park.
Stop the engine and exit the BRUTUS. See page 16.
DANGER
THROWN OBJECTS WILL CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
•Clear mowing area of debris.
• Never operate mower in vicinity of other persons.
• Keep all shields installed. Repair or replace shields if damaged.
• Check blades and mounting hardware. Replace if d amaged. Never
weld or modify.
Inspect all for wear or damage. repair or replace as necessary.
1. Remove the retainer pins (Item 1).
2. Remove the pins (Item 2).
3. Raise the wheel bar (item 3) to lower the mower cutting height.
4. Lower the wheel bar (item 3) to raise the mower cutting height.
5. Install the pins (Item 2).
6. Install the retainer pins (Item 1).
Tip: Both wheel bars (Item 2) and all pins (Item 1) must be positioned
equally for even cutting height from the left to right side and front to
back on the mower.
.
0.5 inch
(12.7 mm)
5.5 inch
(139.7 mm)
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DAILY INSPECTION
Mower Inspection
Check blades for cracks or damage. Replace if necessary.
Check blade mounting hardware for proper torque. Tighten hardware to 125-140 ft.-lbs. (170-190 Nm) torque.
Check mower deck and shields. Repair if damaged or replace if necessary.
Check for damaged of missing decals. Replace if necessary.
Clean debris, leaves and flammable material from the deck area and under covers.
Lubricate all grease points. See page 34.
Check blade belt for condition or wear. Adjust and replace if necessary.
Check side discharge deflector. replace if missing or damaged.
Mower Mounting Frame
Inspect the mounting flange (Item 1) and all welds on the
attachment for wear or damage each time the attachment is
removed from the machine.
Inspect the input shaft and PTO driveline (Item 2) for damage.
Inspect the mounting pin bushings (Item 3) for damage.
Check the following items at the start of the work day:
• Check for damaged or missing decals. Replace if necessary.
• Replace any worn or damaged parts immediately.
PTO Driveline
Inspect the driveline assembly and u-joints (Item 4) for wear or
damage.
Inspect the snap ring (Item 5). Replace damaged or missing
snap rings.
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DAILY INSPECTION
PRO-TACH Attachment Mounting Frame
WARNING!
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
• Disengage the PTO, put the gear selector lever in PARK.
• Stop the engine and make sure all rotating components are completely
stopped before connecting, disconnecting, adjusting or cleaning any
PTO driven equipment.
• Always keep PTO shields and all guards in place when using PTO
driven equipment.
• Disengage PTO for road travel.
• Keep hands, feet and clothing away.
WARNING!
MACHINE ROLLAWAY CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
Place the gear selector lever in PARK before leaving the operator's seat.
Inspect the mounting frame (Item 1) and all welds on the attach-
ment mount for wear and damage each time the attachment is
removed from the machine.
Check the attachment mounting pins (Item 2) for wear or damage.
ensure mounting pins are securely fastened in there storage loca-
tion.
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OPERATION
Approved Utility Vehicle Models And Requirements
The above chart lists the mower approved for use on the BRUTUS HD and HDPTO.
The warranty is void if this attachment is used on a non-approved carrier. See your Polaris dealer for an updated list
of approved carriers.
WARNING!
Never use attachments or buckets which are not approved by Polaris. Attachments and buckets for safe loads of specified densities are
approved for each model. Unapproved attachments and buckets can cause injury or death.
Entering and Existing The Utility Vehicle
Entering
WARNING!
Operator must have instructions before operating the machine. Untrained
operators can cause injury or death.
WARNING!
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
When operating the machine:
• Operate only from the driver’s seat.
• Keep the seat belts fastened snugly.
• Keep entire body inside the vehicle.
Enter and exit the operator seat of the utility vehicle from the left side.
Tip: The left side of the utility vehicle as viewed from the operator seat.
Insert the tab (Item 1) into the buckle (Item 2). Position the lap belt as
low as possible on the hips – not on the waist, then adjust it to a snug fit by pulling the shoulder portion upward through the
latch plate.
Tip: Use a single safety belt for one person at a time. Do not use a single safety
belt for two or more people - this includes children.
Exiting
WARNING!
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
Before leaving the operator seat:
• Park on flat level ground.
• Lower the attachment arm, put the attachment flat on the ground.
• Press the brake and put the gear selector lever in PARK.
• Stop the engine and remove the key.
• Make sure PTO driveline and all rotating parts have come to a complete stop.
SEE THE BRUTUS OWNER’S MANUAL FOR MORE INFORMATION.
To release the seat belt, press the buckle release button (Item 1) and
allow the belt to retract.
Remove the key to prevent operation of the utility vehicle by unauthor-
ized personnel.
Exit the utility vehicle.
UTILITY VEHICLE MOWER 66
BRUTUS HD and HDPTO X
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OPERATION
Installation
Installing The Mower
Always inspect the utility vehicle’s mounting frame and attach-
ment front mounting frame before installation. See the BRUTUS
owner’s manual.
WARNING!
Warnings on the machine and in the manuals are for your safety. Failure
to obey warnings can cause serious injury or death.
WARNING!
Keep fingers and hands out of pinch points when installing and removing
attachments.
1. Enter the utility vehicle. See page 16.
2. Start the engine.
3. Move the gear selector lever to Low.
4. Tilt the mounting frame (Item 1) of the utility vehicle
forward. Slowly drive forward until the front edge of the
attachment interface (Item 1) is completely under the top lip
of the attachment mounting frame (Item 2).
5. Raise the utility vehicle’s attachment arm until the mounting
frame engages the attachment mounting frame and starts to
raise the attachment off the ground.
6. Tilt the attachment interface backward until the attachment is
slightly off the ground.
7. Move the gear selector lever to Park. Stop the engine and exit
the utility vehicle. See page 16.
8. Remove the two retainer pins (Item 3) and pins (Item 4) from
the storage location on the mounting frame.
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1
4
3
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OPERATION
Installation
Installing The Mower
9. Install the pin (Item 5) and retainer pin (Item 6) (both sides).
Leveling The Mower
Tip: There ia a front / back pivot on the mower attachment frame. Con-
firm the pivot is centered when adjusting the mount frame tilt cylin-
der, this allow the mower to follow the terrain.
1. The tilt cylinder (Item 1) is used to adjust the front to back
level of the mower.
2. Using the tilt function of the utility vehicle, level the mower.
3. Once the attachment is leveled - engage the tilt lock. See
page 20.
Tip: Once the attachment is leveled, the tilt function of the utility vehicle
can be locked so it does not need to be readjusted. (See the
BRUTUS Owner’s Manual for additional information).
NOTICE: AVOID PTO DRIVELINE DAMAGE. PTO powered
attachments are not compatible with the tilt cylinder full range
of motion. Engage the tilt cylinder lock once the attachment is
level to prevent PTO driveline damage.
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OPERATION
Power Take-Off (PTO)
Installation
1. Install the mower on the utility vehicle.
2. Always park on flat level ground. Fully lower the arm and put
the attachment flat on the ground.
3. Stop the engine and exit the utility vehicle. See page 16.
4. Make sure the PTO driveline and all rotating components
have come to a complete stop before exiting the utility vehi-
cle.
WARNING!
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
Before leaving the operator’s seat:
• Always park machine on flat, level ground.
• Place the gear selector lever in PARK.
• Lower the attachment arm and put the attachment flat on the ground.
• Move the engine speed control lever to low idle.
• Stop the engine and remove the key.
• Make sure PTO driveline and all rotating parts have come to a complete stop.
SEE THE BRUTUS OWNER’S MANUAL FOR MORE INFORMATION:
5. Connect the attachment PTO shaft (Item 1) to the utility vehicle PTO shaft (Item 2).
6. Retract the collar (Item 3) and slide the attachment PTO driveline onto the utility vehicle PTO shaft (Item 2). Release the
collar and the driveline will lock onto the PTO shaft. Push and pull the PTO driveline back and forth several times and
make sure it is securely attached to the PTO shaft.
Tip: The PTO driveline must have a means to retain it to both the utility vehicle and attachment PTO shaft.
WARNING!
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
• Keep PTO shield and all guards in place.
• Keep away from moving parts.
• Keep bystanders away.
• Do NOT exceed 2000 PTO RPM.
Removal
WARNING!
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
Before leaving the operator seat:
• Park on flat level ground.
• Lower the attachment arm, put the attachment flat on the ground.
• Press the brake and put the gear selector lever in PARK.
• Stop the engine and remove the key.
• Make sure PTO driveline and all rotating parts have come to a complete stop.
SEE THE BRUTUS OWNER’S MANUAL FOR MORE INFORMATION.
1. Always park on flat level ground. Fully lower the attachment arm and put the attachment flat on the ground.
2. Stop the engine and exit the utility vehicle. See page 16.
3. Make sure the PTO driveline and all rotating components have come to a complete stop before exiting the utility vehicle.
4. Retract the collar (Item 3) and pull the attachment PTO driveline (Item 1) off the utility vehicle PTO shaft (Item 2).
5. Place the PTO driveline into the attachment storage position (if equipped).
6. Remove the mower from the utility vehicle. See page 25.
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