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Operation & Maintenance Manual
V-Blade
(V-Blade 60) S/N B48C110001 & Above
9927999 Printed in U.S.A. ©2016 Polaris Industries. All rights reserved.
CONTENTS
FOREWORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
SAFETY AND TRAINING RESOURCES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
MACHINE SIGN TRANSLATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
ALPHABETICAL INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
REFERENCE INFORMATION
Write the correct information for your POLARIS attachment in the spaces below. Always use these numbers when
referring to your POLARIS attachment.
Attachment Serial Number
NOTES:
YOUR POLARIS DEALER:
ADDRESS:
PHONE:
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FOREWORD
This Operation & Maintenance Manual was written to give the owner / operator instructions on the safe operation
and maintenance of the POLARIS attachment. READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING YOUR POLARIS ATTACHMENT. If you have any questions, see your POLARIS
dealer.
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Attachment Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
DELIVERY REPORT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
ATTACHMENT IDENTIFICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
FEATURES AND ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Standard Items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Options And Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Attachment Control kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
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SAFETY
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents are known to the
state of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other
reproductive harm.
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SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION DELIVERY REPORT
Attachment Serial Number Figure 2
Figure 1
NA7494
P128315
The delivery report [Figure 2] contains a list of items that
must be explained or shown to the owner or operator by
Always use the serial number [Figure 1] of the front the dealer when the POLARIS front mount snow blade is
mount snow blade when requesting service information delivered.
or when ordering parts. Early or later models
(identification made by serial number) may use different The delivery report must be reviewed and signed by the
parts, or it may be necessary to use a different procedure owner or operator and the dealer.
in doing a specific service operation.
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ATTACHMENT IDENTIFICATION
MOLDBOARD MOLDBOARD
CUTTING EDGE CUTTING EDGE
ATTACHMENT P128168
TRIP SPRING MOUNTING
FRAME
TRIP SPRING
SPACERS
SKID SHOE SKID SHOE
SPACERS
P108037
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FEATURES AND ACCESSORIES
Standard Items
The V-blade is equipped with the following standard
items:
· Moldboard That Angles Right Or Left Up To 30°
· Trip Edge
· Bolt On Replaceable Cutting Edge
Options And Accessories
· Rubber Or Polyether Cutting Edges Available
· Side Marker Kit
· Rubber Snow Deflector
Attachment Control kit
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SAFETY AND TRAINING RESOURCES
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Safe Operation Is The Operator's Responsibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Safe Operation Needs A Qualified Operator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Use Safety Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Call Before You Dig . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Avoid Silica Dust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
FIRE PREVENTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Hydraulic System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Fueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Spark Arrester Exhaust System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Welding And Grinding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Fire Extinguishers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
PUBLICATIONS AND TRAINING RESOURCES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
ATTACHMENT SIGNS (DECALS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safe Operation Needs A Qualified Operator
Safe Operation Is The Operator's Responsibility For an operator to be qualified, he or she must not use
drugs or alcoholic drinks which impair alertness or
coordination while working. An operator who is taking
Safety Alert Symbol prescription drugs must get medical advice to determine
if he or she can safely operate a machine and the
This symbol with a warning statement means: attachment.
"Warning, be alert! Your safety is involved!"
A Qualified Operator Must Do The Following:
Carefully read the message that follows.
Understand the Written Instructions, Rules and
Regulations
· The written instructions from POLARIS Industries
WARNING include the Delivery Report, Operation &
Maintenance Manual, Operator's Handbook, Safety
Manual and machine signs (decals).
Operator must have instructions before operating · Check the rules and regulations at your location. The
the machine. Untrained operators can cause injury or rules may include an employer's work safety
death. requirements. Regulations may apply to local driving
W-2001-0502 requirements or use of a Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV)
emblem. Regulations may identify a hazard such as a
utility line.
Have Training with Actual Operation
IMPORTANT · Operator training must consist of a demonstration and
verbal instruction. This training is given by your
This notice identifies procedures which must be POLARIS dealer before the product is delivered.
followed to avoid damage to the machine. · The new operator must start in an area without
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bystanders and use all the controls until he or she can
operate the machine and attachment safely under all
conditions of the work area. Always fasten seat belt
before operating.
DANGER Know the Work Conditions
· Know the weight of the materials being handled.
Avoid exceeding the machine load capacities.
The signal word DANGER on the machine and in the Material which is very dense will be heavier than the
manuals indicates a hazardous situation which, if not same volume of less dense material. Reduce the size
avoided, will result in death or serious injury. of load if handling dense material.
D-1002-1107
· The operator must know any prohibited uses or work
areas, for example, he or she needs to know about
excessive slopes.
WARNING · Know the location of any underground lines. Call local
utilities or the TOLL FREE phone number found in the
Call Before You Dig section of this manual.
The signal word WARNING on the machine and in the
manuals indicates a potentially hazardous situation · Wear tight fitting clothing. Always wear safety glasses
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious when doing maintenance or service. Safety glasses,
injury. respiratory equipment, hearing protection, Special
W-2044-1107 Applications Kits or a Front Window Guard are
required for some work. See your POLARIS dealer
about POLARIS safety equipment for your machine.
The POLARIS machine and attachment must be in good
operating condition before use.
Check all of the items on the POLARIS Service Schedule
Decal under the 8-10 hour column or as shown in the
Operation & Maintenance Manual.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (CONT'D) Call Before You Dig
Use Safety Rules
· Read and follow instructions in the machine and the
attachment's Operation & Maintenance Manual
before operating.
· Check for underground lines before operating
attachment (if applicable).
· In addition to the design and configuration of
equipment, hazard control and accident prevention
are dependent upon the awareness, concern,
prudence and proper training of personnel involved in
the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of
Call Before You Dig
equipment. Dial 811 (USA Only)
· Check that the Bob-TachTM levers are in the locked
1-888-258-0808 (USA & Canada)
position and the wedges are fully engaged into the
holes of the attachment (if applicable). When you call, you will be directed to a location in your
state / province, or city for information about buried lines
· Check that the attachment is securely fastened to the (telephone, cable TV, water, sewer, gas, etc.).
machine.
Avoid Silica Dust
· Make sure all the machine controls are in the
NEUTRAL position before starting the machine.
· Operate the attachment only from the operator's
position.
· Operate the attachment according to the Operation &
Maintenance Manual.
· When learning to operate the attachment, do it at a
slow rate in an area clear of bystanders.
Cutting or drilling concrete containing sand or rock
containing quartz may result in exposure to silica dust.
· DO NOT permit personnel to be in the work area
Do not exceed Permissible Exposure Limits (PEL) to
when operating the machine and attachment.
silica dust as determined by OSHA or other job site Rules
and Regulations. Use a respirator, water spray or other
· The attachment must be used ONLY on approved
means to control dust. Silica dust can cause lung disease
machines. See your POLARIS dealer for updated list
and is known to the state of California to cause cancer.
of approved attachments for each machine model.
· DO NOT modify equipment or add attachments that
are not approved by the manufacturer.
· DO NOT make any adjustments or repairs on the
machine or attachment while the engine is running.
· Keep shields and guards in place. Replace if
damaged.
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FIRE PREVENTION Hydraulic System
Check hydraulic tubes, hoses and fittings for damage
and leakage. Never use open flame or bare skin to check
for leaks. Hydraulic tubes and hoses must be properly
routed and have adequate support and secure clamps.
Tighten or replace any parts that show leakage.
Maintenance Always clean fluid spills. Do not use gasoline or diesel
fuel for cleaning parts. Use commercial nonflammable
The machine and some attachments have components solvents.
that are at high temperatures under normal operating
conditions. The primary source of high temperatures is Fueling
the engine and exhaust system. The electrical system, if
damaged or incorrectly maintained, can be a source of
arcs or sparks.
Flammable debris (leaves, straw, etc.) must be removed
regularly. If flammable debris is allowed to accumulate, it
can cause a fire hazard. Clean often to avoid this
accumulation. Flammable debris in the engine Stop the engine and let it cool before adding fuel. No
compartment is a potential fire hazard. smoking! Do not refuel a machine near open flames or
sparks. Fill the fuel tank outdoors.
The operator's area, engine compartment and engine
cooling system must be inspected every day and cleaned Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) poses a greater static
if necessary to prevent fire hazards and overheating. ignition hazard than earlier diesel formulations with
higher Sulfur content. Avoid death or serious injury from
All fuels, most lubricants and some coolant mixtures are fire or explosion. Consult with your fuel or fuel system
flammable. Flammable fluids that are leaking or spilled supplier to ensure the delivery system is in compliance
onto hot surfaces or onto electrical components can with fueling standards for proper grounding and bonding
cause a fire. practices.
Operation Starting
Do not use the machine where exhaust, arcs, sparks or
hot components can contact flammable material, Do not use ether or starting fluids on any engine that has
explosive dust or gases. glow plugs. These starting aids can cause explosion and
injure you or bystanders.
Electrical
Use the procedure in the Operation & Maintenance
Manual for connecting the battery and for jump starting.
Spark Arrester Exhaust System
The spark arrester exhaust system is designed to control
the emission of hot particles from the engine and exhaust
system, but the muffler and the exhaust gases are still
Check all electrical wiring and connections for damage. hot.
Keep the battery terminals clean and tight. Repair or
replace any damaged part or wires that are loose or Check the spark arrester exhaust system regularly to
frayed. make sure it is maintained and working properly. Use the
procedure in the Operation & Maintenance Manual for
Battery gas can explode and cause serious injury. Use cleaning the spark arrester muffler (if equipped).
the procedure in the Operation & Maintenance Manual
for connecting the battery and for jump starting. Do not
jump start or charge a frozen or damaged battery. Keep
any open flames or sparks away from batteries. Do not
smoke in battery charging area.
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FIRE PREVENTION (CONT'D)
Welding And Grinding
Always clean the machine and attachment, disconnect
the battery, and disconnect the wiring from the controllers
before welding. Cover rubber hoses, battery and all other
flammable parts. Keep a fire extinguisher near the
machine when welding.
Have good ventilation when grinding or welding painted
parts. Wear dust mask when grinding painted parts.
Toxic dust or gas can be produced.
Dust generated from repairing nonmetallic parts such as
hoods, fenders or covers can be flammable or explosive.
Repair such components in a well ventilated area away
from open flames or sparks.
Fire Extinguishers
Know where fire extinguishers and first aid kits are
located and how to use them. Inspect the fire
extinguisher and service the fire extinguisher regularly.
Obey the recommendations on the instructions plate.
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PUBLICATIONS AND TRAINING RESOURCES
The following publications are also available for your
POLARIS attachment. You can order from your POLARIS
dealer.
For the latest information on POLARIS products and
POLARIS Industries, visit our web site at
www.polaris.com
OPERATION &
MAINTENANCE
MANUAL
9927999
Complete instructions on the correct operation and the
routine maintenance of the POLARIS attachment.
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ATTACHMENT SIGNS (DECALS)
Follow the instructions on all the Attachment Signs (Decals) that are on the attachment. Replace any damaged
attachment signs and be sure they are in the correct locations. Attachment signs are available from your POLARIS
attachment dealer.
6583862
P128169
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
INITIAL SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Adjusting Skid Shoe Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
DAILY INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Attachment Mounting Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Front Mount Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH UTILITY VEHICLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Approved Utility Vehicle Models And Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Entering And Exiting The Utility Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Hydraulic Quick Couplers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Electrical Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Control Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Operation With The Utility Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
LIFTING THE ATTACHMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
TRANSPORTING THE ATTACHMENT ON A TRAILER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Fastening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
TRANSPORTING THE ATTACHMENT AND MACHINE ON A TRAILER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Loading And Fastening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
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INITIAL SETUP
Adjusting Skid Shoe Height
Lift the snow blade off the ground. (See LIFTING THE
ATTACHMENT on Page 39.)
Figure 3
2 5
3
2 1 2
4
P-128131 P-128132
Place blocks (Item 1) [Figure 3] under the cutting edge
(both sides) to hold the skid shoe(s) off the ground.
Lower the snow blade until it rests on the blocks.
Stop the engine and exit the machine. (See Entering And
Exiting The Utility Vehicle on Page 24.)
Remove the retaining pin (Item 2) and the skid shoe
(Item 3) [Figure 3].
Install or remove spacers (Item 4) [Figure 3] to the
desired skid shoe height.
Insert the skid shoe (Item 3) all the way into the skid shoe
sleeve (Item 5) [Figure 3].
NOTE: If the skid shoes are not installed properly, the
weight of the snow blade will be put upon the
retaining pin instead of the washers and may
cause breakage.
Reinstall retaining pin (Item 2) through a retaining pin
hole in the skid shoe sleeve (Item 5) [Figure 3].
NOTE: There are two retaining pin holes in the skid
shoe sleeve. Depending on the amount of
spacers used, one hole will be open and one
will be blocked. If the pin will not go through,
one hole, use the other hole.
Repeat on the other side, making sure both skid shoes
are adjusted to the same height.
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DAILY INSPECTION
Attachment Mounting Frame Front Mount Frame
Figure 4
2
WARNING
MACHINE ROLLAWAY CAN CAUSE
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
The parking brake must be engaged or the gear
selector placed in PARK before leaving the
operator's seat.
W-2943-0812
1 1
P128169
Inspect the pin mounts (Item 1) and mounting flange
(Item 2) [Figure 4] and all welds on the snow blade for
wear and damage each time the snow blade is removed
from the machine.
Check the following items at the start of a work day:
· Check for damaged or missing decals. Replace if Figure 5
necessary.
· Replace any worn or damaged parts immediately.
1
P128166
Inspect the mounting frame (Item 1) [Figure 5] and all
welds on the attachment mount for wear and damage
each time the attachment is removed from the machine.
Repair or replace damaged parts.
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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH UTILITY VEHICLES
Approved Utility Vehicle Models And Requirements
Figure 6
UTILITY VEHICLE V-BLADE 60
Brutus PTO X
X = Approved
The chart [Figure 6] lists the utility vehicle models
approved for use with the snow blade.
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.
W-2662-0108
Figure 7
1
2
P128166
The utility vehicle must be equipped with front auxiliary
hydraulics (Item 1) and have the Attachment Control kit
(Item 2) [Figure 7] for proper operation of the hydraulic
V-blade. See your POLARIS Utility Vehicle dealer for
available kits for your model utility vehicle.
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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH UTILITY VEHICLES (CONT'D)
Entering And Exiting The Utility Vehicle
Entering
Figure 8
WARNING 1
Operator must have instructions before operating
the machine. Untrained operators can cause injury or
death.
W-2001-0502
2
WARNING P108166
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
Insert the tab (Item 1) into the buckle (Item 2) [Figure 8].
When operating the machine:
Position the lap belt as low as possible on the hips not
· Operate only from the driver's seat.
on the waist, then adjust it to a snug fit by pulling the
· Keep the seat belts fastened snugly.
shoulder portion upward through the latch plate.
· Keep entire body inside the vehicle.
W-2751-0708
NOTE: Use a single safety belt for one person at a
time. Do not use a single safety belt for two or
Enter and exit the operator seat of the utility vehicle from more people - this includes children.
the left side.
NOTE: The left side of the utility vehicle as viewed
from the operator seat.
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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH UTILITY VEHICLES (CONT'D)
Entering And Exiting The Utility Vehicle (Cont'd)
Exiting
Exit the utility vehicle.
WARNING
Always park machine on flat, level ground.
WARNING
W-2441-1102
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
Before leaving the operator seat:
Place the gear selector in PARK.
· Park on flat level ground.
· Lower the attachment arm, put the attachment
Lower the attachment arm and put the attachment flat on
flat on the ground (if equipped).
the ground.
· Press the brake and put the gear selector in
PARK.
Stop the engine.
· Stop the engine and remove the key.
SEE THE MACHINE OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
Figure 9
MANUAL FOR MORE INFORMATION.
W-2944-0812
1
P108165
To release the safety belt, press the buckle release
button (Item 1) [Figure 9] and allow the belt to retract.
Remove the key to prevent operation of the utility vehicle
by unauthorized personnel.
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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH UTILITY VEHICLES (CONT'D)
Installation
Installing The Front Mount Attachment Figure 10
The M.A.X.TM Exchange is used for fast changing of
buckets and other attachments.
The attachment mounting frame for the attachment has a
top flange that is designed to receive the top edge of the 1
attachment interface and the lower part of the frame is
designed to receive the attachment interface mounting 2
pins.
2
Always inspect the utility vehicle's front mount and
attachment mounting frame before installation. See the
utility vehicle's Operation & Maintenance Manual. (See
DAILY INSPECTION on Page 22.)
P-97746
WARNING Remove retaining clips (Item 1) and retaining pins (Item
2) [Figure 10] in the storage location on the mount
Warnings on the machine and in the manuals are for frame.
your safety. Failure to obey warnings can cause
serious injury or death. Enter the utility vehicle. (See Entering And Exiting The
W-2744-0608 Utility Vehicle on Page 24.) Start the engine and release
the parking brake.
Figure 11
WARNING
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
Keep fingers and hands out of pinch points when
installing and removing implement or attachment.
W-2571-1212
NOTE: The following pictures may not show your
exact front mount attachment but the
1
procedure is the same.
2
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Tilt the front mount of the utility vehicle forward. Slowly
drive the utility vehicle forward until the mounting frame
(Item 1) is under the top lip of the attachment mounting
frame (Item 2) [Figure 11].
While driving forward tilt the front mount to match up to
the mounting frame of the attachment.
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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH UTILITY VEHICLES (CONT'D)
Installation (Cont'd)
Installing The Front Mount Attachment (Cont'd)
Figure 12 Figure 14
1
P128162 P128137
Raise the utility vehicle's attachment arm until the Install the retaining clip (Item 1) [Figure 14] (both sides).
mounting frame engages the attachment mounting frame
and starts to raise the attachment off the ground [Figure Connect the hoses to the hydraulic quick couplers. (See
12]. Hydraulic Quick Couplers on Page 30.)
Tilt the mounting frame back until the lower mounting
holes of the mounting frame and attachment are aligned
[Figure 12].
Stop the engine and exit the utility vehicle. (See Entering
And Exiting The Utility Vehicle on Page 24.)
Figure 13
1
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Install the lower mount retaining pin (Item 1) [Figure 13]
(both sides).
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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH UTILITY VEHICLES (CONT'D)
Installation (Cont'd)
Mount Frame Tilt Cylinder
Figure 15
1
P128133
The tilt cylinder of the mounting frame (Item 1) [Figure
15] is used to adjust the front to back level of the
attachment.
Using the tilt function of the utility vehicle, level the snow
blade. (See the utility vehicle's Operation & Maintenance
Manual.)
NOTE: The V-blade is level (parallel to the ground)
when rotating the blade to the left and right
and the blade tips remain level to the ground.
(See Control Functions on Page 33.)
NOTE: 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
utility vehicle's Operation & Maintenance
Manual.)
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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH UTILITY VEHICLES (CONT'D)
Installation (Cont'd)
For First Time Installation
New attachments and new utility vehicles are factory With the twist(s) removed from the hydraulic hoses,
equipped with flush face couplers. See your POLARIS tighten the attachment coupler connections while the
dealer for parts information. couplers are still connected to the utility vehicle. This will
help hold the hydraulic hoses in position while tightening.
Tighten the couplers connections to 63 N·m (46 ft-lb)
IMPORTANT torque before starting the utility vehicle.
Enter the utility vehicle. (See Entering And Exiting The
· Thoroughly clean the quick couplers before Utility Vehicle on Page 24.)
making connections. Dirt can quickly damage the
system. Start the engine.
· Contain and dispose of any oil leakage in an
environmentally safe manner. Engage auxiliary hydraulics. (See the utility vehicle's
I-2278-0608 Operation & Maintenance Manual and Operator's
Handbook for correct procedure.)
With the utility vehicle engine off and using the hose
guides (if equipped), route the attachment hydraulic
hoses to the utility vehicle. Connect the attachment
hydraulic couplers to the utility vehicle quick couplers.
(See Hydraulic Quick Couplers on Page 30.)
WARNING
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
Check that the attachment hydraulic hoses are not
Diesel fuel or hydraulic fluid under pressure can
twisted or contacting any moving parts of the utility
penetrate skin or eyes, causing serious injury or
vehicle or attachment.
death. Fluid leaks under pressure may not be visible.
Use a piece of cardboard or wood to find leaks. Do
NOTE: It may be necessary to loosen the couplers on
not use your bare hand. Wear safety goggles. If fluid
the attachment hydraulic hoses to remove
enters skin or eyes, get immediate medical attention
any twists in the hoses.
from a physician familiar with this injury.
W-2072-0807
WARNING Check the attachment for proper hydraulic functions.
(See Control Functions on Page 33.)
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
Wear safety glasses to prevent eye injury when any NOTE: If the V-blade movement is opposite of the
of the following conditions exist: toggle switch (See Control Functions on Page
· When fluids are under pressure. 33.), stop the engine, relieve the auxiliary
· Flying debris or loose material is present. hydraulic pressure, exit the utility vehicle and
· Engine is running. switch the hydraulic quick couplers on the
· Tools are being used. attachment.
W-2019-0907
Check the attachment hydraulic coupler connections for
leaks.
Loosen the coupler connections on the attachment
hydraulic hoses while connected to the utility vehicle. Do
not remove the quick couplers.
Rotate the attachment hydraulic hoses as needed so the
hoses are not twisted or contacting any moving parts of
the utility vehicle or attachment.
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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH UTILITY VEHICLES (CONT'D)
Hydraulic Quick Couplers
To Connect:
IMPORTANT Figure 17
· Thoroughly clean the quick couplers before
making connections. Dirt can quickly damage the
system.
· Contain and dispose of any oil leakage in an
environmentally safe manner.
I-2278-0608
2
New attachments and new utility vehicles are factory 1
equipped with flush face couplers. If installing an
attachment equipped with other couplers, the attachment
couplers will have to be changed to match the utility
vehicles. See your POLARIS dealer for parts information.
P128352
NOTE: Make sure the quick couplers are fully
engaged [Figure 16]. If the quick couplers do
not fully engage, check to see that the Remove dirt or debris from the both the female and male
couplers are the same size and type. couplers. Visually check the couplers for corrosion,
damage or excessive wear, if any of these conditions
Figure 16 exist, the couplers must be replaced. Align the notched
out area of the sleeve (Item 1) with the ball on the base
(Item 2) [Figure 17] and retract the sleeve on the female
coupler. Insert the male coupler and push the couplers
tightly together. Pull back firmly on the male coupler to
make sure the couplers have engaged properly.
NOTE: The attachment hydraulic hoses and utility
vehicle hydraulic couplers have colored
straps on them for correct installation.
NOTE: Check that the attachment hydraulic hoses
are not twisted or contacting any moving
parts of the loader or attachment. (See For
First Time Installation on Page 29.) for proper
P128255
adjustment.
To Disconnect:
Align the notched out area of the sleeve (Item 1) with the
WARNING ball on the base (Item 2) [Figure 17]. Push the couplers
together, retract the sleeve on the female coupler until
the couplers disconnect. Pull to disengage the male
AVOID BURNS coupler. Reinstall the dust plugs.
Hydraulic fluid, tubes, fittings and quick couplers
can get hot when running machine and attachments.
Be careful when connecting and disconnecting quick
couplers.
W-2220-0396
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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH UTILITY VEHICLES (CONT'D)
Electrical Connection
NOTE: The Attachment Control Kit 2882348 must be Figure 20
installed on the utility vehicle to operate the V-
blade. If the kit is not installed, see instruction
9927767 for the correct procedures.
To Connect: 1
Figure 18
P128258
1 Figure 21
1
P128255
Remove the plug protective cover (Item 1) [Figure 18].
NOTE: The hydraulic connectors have been removed
for photo clarity.
Figure 19
P128259
Align the ears on the connector (Item 1) [Figure 20] with
the notches (Item 1) [Figure 21] on the plug.
2
1
P128314
To prevent damage to the protective cover, install the
cover chain (Item 1) into the notch (Item 2) [Figure 19] in
the plug mounting bracket.
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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH UTILITY VEHICLES (CONT'D)
Electrical Connection (Cont'd)
Figure 22
1
P128256
Connect the electrical connector (Item 1) [Figure 22] by
rotating the collar clockwise.
To Disconnect
Rotate the locking collar (Item 1) [Figure 22]
counterclockwise.
Install the protective cover (Item 1) [Figure 20].
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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH UTILITY VEHICLES (CONT'D)
Control Functions
Front Mount To Rotate The V-Blade
Figure 23 Use the auxiliary hydraulic control to rotate the V-blade
left and right.
1
Figure 25
1 2
2
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P128135
The joystick control lever will be used to control the utility
vehicle front mount. Press the left side (Item 1) [Figure 25] of the rocker
switch to angle the V-blade to the left.
Move the joystick control lever forward to lower the utility
vehicle front mount (Item 1) [Figure 23]. Press the right side (Item 2) [Figure 25] of the rocker
switch to angle the V-blade to the right.
Move the joystick control lever backward to raise the
utility vehicle front mount (Item 2) [Figure 23]. Figure 26
Front Mount Frame Floating
1 3
Figure 24
2 4
P128135
Press the top of the left rocker switch (Item 1) [Figure 26]
to angle the left side of the V-blade forward.
P128135
Press the bottom of the left rocker switch (Item 2) [Figure
26] to angle the left side of the V-blade backwards.
Move the joystick control lever all the way forward until it Press the top of the right rocker switch (Item 3) [Figure
locks in the detent (float) position to have the utility 26] to angle the right side of the V-blade forward.
vehicle front mount in the float position [Figure 24].
Press the bottom of the right rocker switch (Item 4)
[Figure 26] to angle the right side of the V-blade
backwards.
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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH UTILITY VEHICLES (CONT'D)
Operation With The Utility Vehicle
Driving The Attachment And Utility Vehicle To Worksite
Read and understand the attachment's Operation & Figure 27
Maintenance Manual and the utility vehicle's Operation &
Maintenance Manual prior to installing or using any
attachment.
WARNING
VEHICLE TIPPING OR ROLLOVER CAN CAUSE
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
· Keep the attachment arm as low as possible.
· Turn on level ground. Slow down when turning.
· Go up and down slopes, not across them.
· Keep the heavy end of the vehicle uphill. P128136
· Do not exceed vehicle load capacity.
· Check for adequate traction.
W-2881-1112 Fully raise the V-blade to the travel position [Figure 27].
(See Control Functions on Page 33.)
Drive the utility vehicle and attachment to the work area.
WARNING When operating on a public road or highway, always
follow local regulation. For example: Slow Moving Vehicle
(SMV) emblem or directional signals and hazard / flasher
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH lights may be required.
When operating the machine:
· Operate only from the driver's seat.
· Keep the seat belts fastened snugly.
· Keep entire body inside the vehicle.
W-2751-0708
Enter the utility vehicle. (See Entering And Exiting The
Utility Vehicle on Page 24.) Start the engine.
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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH UTILITY VEHICLES (CONT'D)
Operation With The Utility Vehicle (Cont'd)
Trip Springs
Figure 28
WARNING
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
· Bystanders must keep at least 3 m (10 ft) away
from the machine and attachment when
1 operating.
· Never leave the operating position when the
engine is running.
W-2320-0910
P128151
WARNING
Figure 29
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
Hitting obstructions with the snow blade angled and
the front tires off the ground can cause loss of
control. Ensure the front tires are in contact with the
ground at all times.
W-2894-1010
Pushing Snow
With the operator in the operator's position and the seat
belt fastened, start the engine.
The V-blade can be used in either the float position or
with the front mount lowered going forward. (See the
P128140
utility vehicle's Operation & Maintenance Manual and
Operator's Handbook for correct procedure.)
The V-blade is equipped with trip mechanisms (Item 1) Change the angle of the snow blade to the desired
[Figure 28] which will allow the cutting edges to rotate position. (See the utility vehicle's Operation &
toward the rear allowing the blade to ride over obstacles. Maintenance Manual and Operator's Handbook for
[Figure 29]. correct procedure.)
To reset the trip springs after hitting an obstruction, raise Move the utility vehicle forward to push snow.
the V-blade, or slowly back the utility vehicle.
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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH UTILITY VEHICLES (CONT'D)
Operation With The Utility Vehicle (Cont'd)
Back Dragging Snow
Figure 30
1
P128151
Small amounts of snow (example: snow that remains
next to a garage door) can be back dragged when
operating the utility vehicle with front mount in the float
position.
Back dragging large amounts of snow with the V-blade is
not recommended. The trip mechanisms (Item 1) [Figure
30] protect the front mount v-blade from damage only
when going forward.
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OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH UTILITY VEHICLES (CONT'D)
Removal
Removing The Front Mount Attachment
NOTE: In muddy conditions or to prevent the Figure 31
attachment from freezing to the ground, put
the attachment on planks or blocks before
removing the attachment from the utility
vehicle.
WARNING
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH 1
Before you leave the operator's seat:
· Park on flat level ground.
· Lower the attachment arm, put the attachment
flat on the ground.
· Press the brake pedal and move the gear selector P128137
lever to PARK.
· Disengage the PTO and make sure all rotating
components are completely stopped. Remove lower retaining clip (Item 1) [Figure 31] (both
· Stop the engine and remove the key. sides).
W-2961-1112
Figure 32
Always park on flat level ground. Fully lower the
attachment arm and put the attachment flat on the
ground.
Stop the engine and release auxiliary hydraulic pressure
(if applicable). (See the utility vehicle's Operation &
Maintenance Manual and Operator's Handbook for
correct procedure.)
Exit the utility vehicle. (See Entering And Exiting The
Utility Vehicle on Page 24.)
1
Disconnect auxiliary hydraulics. (See Hydraulic Quick
Couplers on Page 30.)