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OPERATION
Fuel Recommendations
Refueling
The fuel tank filler cap is located on the outside left side of
the vehicle near the operator seat. Remove the cap and add
the recommended fuel to the bottom of the filler neck. Do
not overfill.
Cold Weather Operation
Before starting this vehicle in cold weather:
1. Turn off accessories, A/C and lights.
2. Replace a clogged air filter.
3. Replace a clogged fuel filter/water separator.
4. Replace old fuel.
Cold weather operation can result in fuel gelling if the incorrect fuel type is used. Use the
following guidelines when starting the BRUTUS in cold weather conditions.
Block Heater
If this vehicle will be operated when temperatures are in the +5° to -25° F (-15° to -32° C)
range, a block heater must be installed. Please see your dealer to purchase a block heater kit.
Cold Starting Guidelines
Temperature
+20° F to +15° F
(-7° C to -9° C)
+15° F to +5° F
(-9° C to -15° C)
+5° F to -20° F
(-15° C to -29° C)
-20° F to -25° F
(-29° C to -32° C)
Fuel #2 Diesel 50/50 mix #1/#2 diesel #1 Diesel
5W-40 Synthetic
Diesel Engine Oil
Optional Recommended Required
Block heater Optional Recommended Required
Throttle (Hand throttle
kit on base model)
Optional Required
Battery condition/
connections
Charged battery (12.8 VDC)
Proper glow plug
usage (wait for the
light)
Wait for light at all temps
Oil pan heater Not needed Optional (helps to reduce cranking)
Fuel tank Filler Cap
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