Scout Boats 245 XSF Owner'S Manual Download Page 41

Page: 41 / 112

6.4 Raw Water System Maintenance

The following items should be done routinely to help maintain

your raw water system:

• Check hoses, particularly the sea water supply lines, for

signs of deterioration.

• Remove and clean the sea water strainer for the wash

down pump, as needed. Refer to the Fresh Water System

maintenance section for instructions on cleaning the pump

strainer.

• Spray pumps and thru-hull valves with a protective oil

periodically.

• The fishboxes and livewells should be drained and cleaned

after each use.

• Operate all seacock valves at least once a month to keep

them operating properly.

• Make sure all seacocks are closed before servicing any

component of the raw water system.

SHOULD A HOSE RUPTURE, TURN THE PUMP OFF
IMMEDIATELY. ALWAYS CLOSE THE THRU-HULL
VALVE WHEN PERFORMING MAINTENANCE ON A
SEA WATER PUMP.

THE BATTERIES MUST BE PROPERLY CHARGED.
OPERATING ANY PUMPS FROM A BATTERY WITH A
LOW CHARGE MAY LEAD TO A PUMP FAILURE.

THE RAW WATER SYSTEM MUST BE PROPERLY
WINTERIZED PRIOR TO WINTER LAY-UP. SEE
SECTION ON WINTERIZING.

Summary of Contents for 245 XSF

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual 245 XSF Scout Boats Inc 2531 Hwy 78 West Summerville SC 29483 ...

Page 2: ...2 THIS PAGE WAS LEFT BLANK INTENTIONALLY Print Date 1 29 2009 ...

Page 3: ...Y OR DEATH HAZARDS OR UNSAFE PRACTICES WHICH COULD RESULT IN MINOR PERSONAL INJURY OR PRODUCT AND PROPERTY DAMAGE All instructions given in this book are as seen from the stern looking toward the bow with starboard being to your right and port to your left A glossary of boating terms is included IMPORTANT NOTE Your boat uses internal combustion engines and flammable fuel Every precaution has been ...

Page 4: ...4 THIS PAGE WAS LEFT BLANK INTENTIONALLY ...

Page 5: ... the right to make changes and improvements in equipment design and vendored equipment items at any time without notification PHONE REPRESENTATIVE OPTIONS NAME PHONE ADDRESS SERVICE MANAGER ADDRESS SALESMAN DEALER SCOUT MODEL PURCHASE DATE IGNITION KEYS DRAFT HULL SERIAL DELIVERY DATE REGISTRATION WEIGHT MAKE PORT SERIAL MODEL STARBOARD SERIAL PROPELLERS MAKE DIAMETER PITCH ENGINES number of BLADE...

Page 6: ...__________________________________________________ 10 gallons DEADRISE ________________________________________________________________ 20 o MAXIMUM HORSEPOWER_________________________________________________ 300 hp DRAFT_ ____________________________________________________________________ 17 OUTBOARD SHAFT__________________________________________________________ 25 MAXIMUM PERSONS GEAR WEIGHT_ ...

Page 7: ...ntification Numbers Hull Identification Number Port Engine Serial Number Starboard Engine Serial Number Intended Design Category A Ocean C Inshore B Offshore X D Sheltered Waters Weight and Maximum Capacities Unladen Weight Kilograms Pounds Maximum Load Weight Kilograms Pounds Number of People Maximum Rated Engine Horsepower Kilowatts Horsepower Certifications Certifications Components Covered Sco...

Page 8: ...ctronics equipment The decision to repair replace or make reimbursement for a particular boat or part shall be at the discretion of Scout Boats Inc Online registration a bill of sale or proof of purchase demonstrating individual in question as the purchaser along with a proof of customer s identity is required before warranty service can be rendered Scout Boats Inc does not warrant 1 any Scout Boa...

Page 9: ...ircle com Customer Date By signing below the dealership representative hereby agrees that the status of this boat has been changed to delivered on Dealer s Circle in order for warranty to go into effect Dealership Representative Date Log on to www dealerscircle com to complete the warranty registration process Paper copies are for the dealer and customer records only Please do not send Scout Boats...

Page 10: ...10 THIS PAGE WAS LEFT BLANK INTENTIONALLY ...

Page 11: ...experienced boaters to sharpen your skills or bring you up to date on current rules and regulations They can also help in providing local navigational information when moving to a new boating area Contact your dealer State BoatingAuthority or the Boating Safety Hotline 800 368 5647 for further information on boating safety courses Required Equipment U S Coast Guard regulations require certain equi...

Page 12: ...sequent purchaser of the vessel within seven years from the date of delivery to the original purchaser Please refer to the Limited Warranty Statement for the procedure to transfer the warranty To take advantage of this program notification of the change of ownership including the new owner s name address and telephone number together with the appropriate fee must be sent to Scout within 10 days of...

Page 13: ... 21 2 2 Engine Throttle and Shift Control 21 2 3 Neutral Safety Switch 22 2 4 Engine Power Tilt and Trim 22 2 5 Engine Stop Switch 23 2 6 Steering System 23 2 7 Trim Tabs 23 2 8 Control Systems Maintenance 24 Chapter 3 FUEL SYSTEM 3 1 General 27 3 2 Outboard Fuel System 28 3 3 Fueling Instructions 29 3 4 Fuel System Maintenance 29 Chapter 4 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 4 1 General 31 4 2 12 Volt System 31 4 ...

Page 14: ...ge System Maintenance 44 Chapter 8 VENTILATION SYSTEM 8 1 Head Compartment Ventilation 45 8 2 Maintenance 45 Chapter 9 EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT 9 1 Deck 47 9 2 Hull 48 9 3 Cockpit Features 49 Chapter 10 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT 10 1 Head Compartment 55 10 2 Marine Head System Optional 55 Chapter 11 SAFETY EQUIPMENT 11 1 General 57 11 2 Engine Alarms 57 11 3 Neutral Safety Switch 57 11 4 Engine Stop Switch 57 ...

Page 15: ...12 Man Overboard 69 12 13 Trash Disposal 70 12 14 Trailering Your Boat 70 Chapter 13 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 13 1 Exterior Hull and Deck 73 13 2 Upholstery Canvas and Enclosures 75 13 3 Interior 77 13 4 Bilge 77 13 5 Drainage System 77 Chapter 14 SEASONAL MAINTENANCE 14 1 Storage and Lay up 79 14 2 Winterizing 80 14 3 Recommissioning 82 Appendix A SCHEMATICS Electrical System 83 Main Wiring Harness 84...

Page 16: ...16 Appendix C MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AND LOG 95 Appendix D BOATING ACCIDENT REPORT 101 Appendix E FLOAT PLAN 105 Appendix F TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 107 TABLE OF CONTENTS ...

Page 17: ...h the gear case being just forward of the propeller and connected to the power head with a vertical drive shaft All engines require some maintenance Routine maintenance recommended for your engine is outlined in the engine owner s manual Routine maintenance is normally the primary concern unless the boat is to be kept in saltwater for extended periods of time Then the main concerns are marine grow...

Page 18: ... small impeller made of synthetic rubber The impeller and water pump cannot run dry for more than a few seconds In most outboard motors some cooling water is diverted through ports below the engine cowl ing This allows the operator to visually check the operation of the cooling system When the engine is started always check for a steady stream of water coming out of those ports NEVER RUN AN OUTBOA...

Page 19: ...are those normally experienced If the boat ran in the required RPM range when it was new and you have not added any additional gear or heavy equipment and have not damaged the propellers there is a good chance the propeller is not the problem Boats operated at high altitudes above 2000 feet Engines operated at high altitudes will not be able to develop as much horsepower as they do at or near sea ...

Page 20: ...cates the trim position This is the range used to adjust the hull angle while operating your boat on plane The Yamaha engine trim indicator is built into the tachometer Please refer the engine owner s manual for more information on the opera tion of the outboard power tilt and trim Engine Alarms All outboards are equipped with an audible alarm system mounted in the helm area that monitors selected...

Page 21: ...ces the throttle in forward or reverse The control is equipped with a means of permitting the engine to be operated at a higher than idle RPM while in neutral for cold starting and warm up purposes Electronic Engine Controls Electronic engine controls are standard equipment or an avail able option on some outboard engines The following control description is typical of most electronic control inst...

Page 22: ... If the starter engages with the shift control in any position other than the neutral position then the neutral safety switch is not functioning properly and you should contact your dealer to have the neutral safety switch repaired by a qualified marine mechanic before using the boat If the engine starts in gear during this test immediately move the control lever to the neutral position and turn t...

Page 23: ...e owner s manual for more information on the engine stop switch 2 6 Steering System The steering system is hydraulic and made of two main com ponents the helm assembly and the hydraulic cylinder The Helm helm unit acts as both a fluid reservoir and pump Turning of the helm or steering wheel pumps the fluid in the hydraulic hoses and activates the hydraulic cylinder causing the motor to turn A slig...

Page 24: ... Generally periodic lubrication of all moving parts and connections with a light waterproof grease is in order Lubrication should be performed as often as necessary to keep the system operating smoothly Control system adjustments may become necessary If adjust ments become necessary see your Scout dealer DO NOT ATTEMPT CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS UNLESS YOU ARE FAMILIAR WITH SERVICING CONTROL SYSTEM PROCE...

Page 25: ... protected The anodes will need to be changed when they are 75 of their original size Refer to the Routine Maintenance chapter of this manual for information on maintaining zinc anodes To discourage any marine growth on tab or actuator antifoul ing paint can be applied When applying paint to the actuator make sure it is fully retracted Do not paint the stainless ram above the area that is exposed ...

Page 26: ...26 THIS PAGE WAS LEFT BLANK INTENTIONALLY ...

Page 27: ...les the fuel supply at the withdrawal tank location can increase or decrease accordingly Be ex tremely careful when attempting to operate the boat when low on fuel Though some fuel may be in the tank the relative trim angle of the boat may cause the fuel to flow away from the withdrawal Fuel Gauge This indicates the amount of fuel in the tank Due to the mechanical nature of the fuel sender variati...

Page 28: ...soline from siphoning out of the fuel tank should a line rupture DO NOT REMOVE THE ANTI SIPHON VALVE FROM THE SYSTEM SHOULD THE VALVE BECOME CLOGGED CLEAN AND REINSTALL OR REPLACE The fuel filter is installed in the stern bilge of the boat It is accessed through a hatch behind the stern seat The filter is the water separator type and should be serviced frequently to assure an adequate supply of cl...

Page 29: ...IS SPILLED on the water exercise extreme caution Fuel floats on top of the water and can ignite If excess fuel is spilled into the water immediately evacuatethe area and notify the marina and the proper officials 9 Fill the fuel tank slightly less than the rated capacity to allow for expansion to avoid spilling fuel out of the vents and fuel fills 10 Remove the nozzle 11 Install and tighten the fu...

Page 30: ...onal information on fuel degradation and fuel stabilizers recommended for your engine Avoid using fuels with alcohol additives Gasoline that is an alcohol blend will absorb moisture from the air which can reach such concentrations that phase separation can occur whereby the water and alcohol mixture becomes heavy enough to settle out of the gasoline to the bottom of the tank Since the fuel pick up...

Page 31: ...d directly by switches in the helm accessory switch panel or separate ac cessory switch panels Note The Helm Main trim tabs and windlass circuit breakers are high amperage heavy duty break ers and will require a firm push to reset if they trip Always make sure the problem that caused the breaker to trip is found and corrected before resetting the breaker Main breakers or fuses located on the engin...

Page 32: ... with the lowest battery receiving the most charge When the engine is turned off the charging stops and the sensing circuit turns off the VSR disconnecting the batteries from the charging circuit thereby automatically isolating the batteries from one another While in port while trolling or at anchor the accessory bat tery will provide current to the boat accessories and electron ics This will keep...

Page 33: ...n input for MP3 players to connect to the boat stereo system Additional DC Switch Panels Trim Tab Switch Located in the helm This switch controls the trim tab planes located on the transom of the boat It is protected by a circuit breaker located in the battery switch panel Please refer to the Helm Control Systems chapter for detailed information on the operation of the trim tab controls Engine Tri...

Page 34: ...e ON position and check that the battery charger is operating properly If the battery charger is not working turn off the shore disconnect switch and remove the cable Contact your dealer or a qualified electrician to find and correct the problem DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CORRECT THE WIRING YOURSELF ELECTRIC SHOCK CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY OR EVEN DEATH ALWAYS HAVE A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN CHECK WIRING KEEP C...

Page 35: ...ctrolyte level in the batteries regularly and add distilled water as necessary If the batteries are frequently charged by the automatic battery charger the electrolyte level will have to be checked more often The correct fluid level in the cells is usually approximately 1 4 to 1 2 inch above the plates If fluid is needed fill to the proper level with distilled water Do not over fill and only use d...

Page 36: ...S THE AC AND DC ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS ALWAYS SHOULD BE DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE INSPECTING OR SERVICING THE SYSTEM NEVER SERVICE ANY COMPONENT OF AN ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WHILE IT IS ENERGIZED CORROSION ALLOWED TO BUILD ON THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS CAN CAUSE A POOR CONNECTION RESULTING IN SHORTS GROUND FAULTS OR POOR GROUND CONNECTIONS ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS SHOULD be CHECKED AT LEAST ANN...

Page 37: ...ONALLY REMOVED 5 2 Fresh Water System Operation Fill the water supply tank slowly through the labeled deck plate After filling the water tank turn the Fresh Water switch in the helm switch panel on and activate the fresh water washdown hose Allow the pump to run until all of the air is purged from the system and a steady stream of water is flowing from the hose Turn off the hose nozzle As the pres...

Page 38: ... long period or you are unsure of the quality of the water in the system The following steps can be used to sanitize the system Activate the system and make sure the selector valve is set to fresh water open all faucets and pump out as much water as you can Make a chlorine solution by mixing two ounces of house hold chlorine bleach in a gallon of water This mixture will treat approximately fifteen...

Page 39: ...ell pump runs but does not prime it may have an air lock at the pump Running the boat at 15 miles per hour or above will force water through the pump which will remove the air lock and allow the pump to prime An air lock in the aft starboard livewell pump can also be removed by activating the raw water washdown pump to reprime the system This will usually remove the air lock in the livewell pump a...

Page 40: ...is not in use To fill the livewell insert the plug into the drain fitting at the bottom of the livewell Make sure the seacock is open Then activate theAerator Pump switch When the water level reaches the overflow it will begin to circulate When the recirculating livewell is activated by the Recirc Pump switch a separate pump will recirculate and aerate the water that is in the livewell without dra...

Page 41: ...tective oil periodically The fishboxes and livewells should be drained and cleaned after each use Operate all seacock valves at least once a month to keep them operating properly Make sure all seacocks are closed before servicing any component of the raw water system SHOULD A HOSE RUPTURE TURNTHE PUMP OFF IMMEDIATELY ALWAYS CLOSE THE THRU HULL VALVE WHEN PERFORMING MAINTENANCE ON A SEA WATER PUMP ...

Page 42: ...42 THIS PAGE WAS LEFT BLANK INTENTIONALLY ...

Page 43: ...ole is drilled in the tubing at the base of the other legs which are not drilled for a wire chase that allows water to drain Additional drain holes are drilled in the tubing to drain other areas as required Always make sure the leg drain holes are clear when the boat is laid up for the winter Water trapped inside the legs could freeze and cause the legs to split 7 4 Bilge Drainage The stern bilge ...

Page 44: ...d the console cooler are drained by gravity to the bilge The aft port livewell and aft starboard cooler storage compart ments drain by gravity to a seacock in the stern bilge The over flow in the livewell drains into the overboard drain system The livewell coolers fishboxes and storage compartments are insulated and should be flushed out and cleaned after each use 7 6 Rope Locker Drain The rope lo...

Page 45: ...is underway Sea spray could enter the head compartment through an open window and damage equipment or items stored in there 8 2 Maintenance Periodically lubricate all hinges and latch assemblies with a light oil Periodically clean and coat gasket materials with silicone to help keep them pliable The opening port window and the head compartment door are made of acrylic plastic glass Acrylic glass s...

Page 46: ...46 THIS PAGE WAS LEFT BLANK INTENTIONALLY ...

Page 47: ...nchor Rope Locker The anchor locker is in the bow of the boat and accessed through a hatch in the deck and a vertical hatch forward of the bow seat table The anchor line is always stored in the rope locker and there is an eye fitting to secure the bitter end of the anchor line Always make sure the rope locker and deck hatch are closed and properly latched before getting underway If the anchor is s...

Page 48: ... secure the anchor to the chain binder or a cleat to prevent it from being accidentally released This is especially important while the boat is under way A windlass must be used with care It is extremely important that you read the owner s manual and become familiar withthe safety instructions and proper operation of the windlass before using it with your boat Always ensure that limbs fingers hair...

Page 49: ...ptional ski tow pylon is mounted to the transom on each side of the engine Quick release pins secure the tow pylon to special brackets bolted to the transom making the tow pylon easy to remove when it is not being used To remove the tow pylon pull out the quick release pins and slide the bar straight up until it clears the bracket Make sure the tow pylon is secured with the pins when it is install...

Page 50: ...t the front of the bottom seat cushion and pull it toward the bow of the boat The retaining pins at the rear of seat will clear the receivers as the seat moves forward in the slotted hinges Then lower the cushion until it is vertical Pull forward on the wave gate backrest to release the friction latches It is hinged and will lower to rest flat on the seat base securing the bottom seat cushion and ...

Page 51: ...rink holders are located in the bow be tween the port and starboard seats It is hinged and held in the open and closed position with gas springs Hatches that provide access to a storage compartment and the anchor locker are located below the table The table should only be used when the boat is moored or at anchor Always make sure to fold the table to the stored position before operating the boat A...

Page 52: ...n permanently damage acrylic Please refer to the Routine Maintenance chapter for more information on the proper care and maintenance of acrylic plastic glass Head Compartment The head compartment is located in the center console An acrylic door in the port side of the console provides access to the head An access hatch in the rear bulkhead provides ac cess to service electronics and helm equipment...

Page 53: ...areas The warranty for the T top will be void if the top is modified in any way or heavy accessories like life rafts are mounted to the top Additionally if items like radar antennas spotlights and other accessories are mounted in the wrong location the warranty could be void If you intend to add equipment or make modifications to the T top you should contact your Scout dealer to make sure the equi...

Page 54: ...54 Refer to the Routine Maintenance section for more informa tion on maintaining aluminum fabrications and precautions for adding additional equipment and fasteners ...

Page 55: ...secured together by a clamping mechanism when the portable head is ready for use In some areas the law requires that portable heads be equipped with an optional permanent deck mounted pump out system to evacuate the waste with a dock side pump Boats with a portable head pump out will be equipped with a deck fitting marked WASTE located on the deck Since this system is required to be permanent the ...

Page 56: ...ard discharge pump is in the stern bilge and discharges waste to a thru hull fitting in the transom at the waterline To operate the overboard discharge pump make sure the thru hull valve is open and turn the key lockout switch in the head compartment to Overboard Discharge Turn the key lockout switch and the thru hull valve off when pumping is complete Note Monitor the waste level in the holding t...

Page 57: ...information on the alarms installed with your engines If the alarms sounds Immediately throttle the engine back to idle Shift to neutral Monitor the engine gauges to determine the cause of the problem If necessary shut off the engine and investigate until the cause of the problem is found 11 3 Neutral Safety Switch Every control system has a neutral safety switch incorporated into it This device p...

Page 58: ...y are marked with a date showing the service life which must not have expired A minimum of three are required Some pyrotechnic signals meet both day and night use requirements They should be stored in a cool dry location They include Pyrotechnic red flares hand held or aerial Pyrotechnic orange smoke hand held or floating Launchers for aerial red meteors or parachute flares Pyrotechnics are univer...

Page 59: ...d vis ibility fog rain haze etc Navigation lights are intended to keep other vessels informed of your presence and course Your Scout is equipped with the navigation lights required by the U S Coast Guard at the time of manufacture It is up to you to make sure they are operational and turned on when required 11 6 First Aid It is the operator s responsibility to be familiar with the proper first aid...

Page 60: ...Flashlight Batteries Anchor Searchlight Boat Hook Sunburn Lotion Mooring Lines Ring Buoy Binoculars Whistle or Horn Extra Clothing Portable Radio Chart and Compass Marine Hardware Food Water Spare Keys Sunglasses Spare Parts Spare Propeller 11 8 Caution and Warning Labels 245 XSF Designator is on the port stbd sides of the windshield Label is on the console next to the helm Warning Beforetiltingmo...

Page 61: ...nd weather conditions Remember it is the operator s responsibility to use good common sense and sound judgement in loading and operat ing the boat 12 2 Rules of the Road As in driving an automobile there are a few rules you must know for safe boating operation The following information describes the basic navigation rules and action to be taken by vessels in a crossing meeting or overtaking situat...

Page 62: ...f all boats and use good common sense Always be ready to slow down or steer clear of other vessels even if you have the right of way Avoid bright lights that can destroy night vision making it difficult to see navigation lights and the lights of other boats You and your passengers should keep a sharp lookout for hazards other boats and navigational aids Navigation Aids Aids to navigation are place...

Page 63: ...63 ...

Page 64: ...k 2 cycle engine or the crankcase oil level 4 cycle engine Turn the battery switch to the ON position Check the bilge water level Look for other signs of po tential problems Monitor for the scent of fuel fumes Test the automatic and manual bilge pump switches to make sure the system is working properly THERE MUST BE AT LEAST ONE PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICE ON BOARD FOR EVERY PERSON ON BOARD AND ONE ...

Page 65: ...ERATE THE BOAT IN COMPLIANCEWITH ALL STATE AND LOCAL LAWS GOVERNING THE USE OF A BOAT DO NOT OPERATE THE BOAT UNLESS IT IS COMPLETELY ASSEMBLED KEEP ALL FASTENERS TIGHT KEEP ADJUSTMENTS ACCORDING TO SPECIFICATIONS Before operating the boat for the first time read the engine break in procedures The Yamaha break in procedures are found in the owner s manual for the engine The manual is in the litera...

Page 66: ...ill vary with the size of the boat Typically a 30 to 40 foot boat will use 5 8 inch line and a 20 to 30 foot boat will use 1 2 inch line The number of lines and their configuration will vary depending on the dock the range of the tide and many other factors Usually a combination of bow stern and spring lines is used to secure the boat Maneuvering to the Dock Approach the dock slowly at a 30 to 40 ...

Page 67: ...it Back the boat away from the mooring until you can see the buoy Move the boat slowly away from the mooring Anchoring Make sure the bitter end of the anchor rode is attached to the boat before dropping the anchor Bring the bow into the wind or current and put the engine in neutral When the vessel comes to a stop lower the anchor over the bow Pay out anchor line so that it is at least 5 to 7 times...

Page 68: ...LEATS FOR SECURINGTHE BOATTO A DOCK PIER ETC DO NOT USE THESE FITTINGS FOR TOWING OR ATTEMPTING TO FREE A GROUNDED VESSEL WHEN TOWING OPERATIONS ARE UNDERWAY HAVE EVERYONE ABOARD BOTH VESSELS STAY CLEAR OF THE TOW LINE AND SURROUNDING AREA A TOW LINE THAT SHOULD BREAK WHILE UNDER STRESS CAN BEVERY DANGEROUS and could cause serious injury or death RUNNING AGROUND CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY TO PASSENG...

Page 69: ... by other boats and is extremely vulner able When a skier falls be prepared to immediately turn the boat and return to the skier Never leave a fallen skier alone in the water for any reason For additional information on water skiing including hand signals and water skiing manuals contact the American Water Skiing Association in Winter Haven Florida 813 324 4341 MOVING PROPELLERS ARE DANGEROUS THEY...

Page 70: ... trailer will not be covered by the Scout Warranty Note Contact your trailer dealer to evaluate your towing vehicle and hitch and to make sure you have the correct trailer for your boat Make sure the trailer is a match for your boat s weight and hull design More damage can be done to a boat by the stresses of road travel than by normal water operation A boat hull is designed to be supported evenly...

Page 71: ...crisscrossing under the coupler to the frame of the tow vehicle If the ball was to break the trailer would follow in a straight line and prevent the coupler from dragging on the road Make sure the trailer emergency brake cable or chain is also installed to the tow vehicle frame Make sure the LIGHTS on the trailer function properly CHECK THE BRAKES On a level parking area roll forward and apply the...

Page 72: ...72 THIS PAGE WAS LEFT BLANK INTENTIONALLY ...

Page 73: ...l size When replacing the anodes make sure the contact surfaces are clean shinny metal and free of paint and corrosion Never paint over the anode Boats stored in saltwater will normally need to have the an odes replaced every 6 months to one year Anodes requiring replacement more frequently may indicate a stray current problem within the boat or at the slip or marina Anodes that do not need to be ...

Page 74: ...footing is important Stains can be removed with a metal polish or fine polishing compound To minimize corrosion use only high quality stainless steel fasteners on aluminum fabrications Isolate the fasteners from the aluminum by using fiber washers and caulking compound or Tef Gel to bed hardware and fasteners mounted to aluminum fabrications If the anodized coating is badly scratched it will requi...

Page 75: ...gasoline ages that can cause deposits and varnish in the fuel system as well as reduce the octane rating of the fuel Severely degraded fuel can damage the engine and boat fuel tank and lines Therefore if your boat is not being run enough to require at least one full tank of fresh fuel a month a fuel stabilizer should be added to the gasoline to protect the fuel from degradation Your dealer or the ...

Page 76: ...y for this type of fabric to leak at the seams than with acrylic or vinyl coated polyester Paraffin wax that matches the top can be used to seal the seams if necessary Laminated vinyl fabrics should be cleaned periodically by us ing Ivory Flakes Ivory Liquid or another mild soap and water Scrub lightly and rinse thoroughly to remove the soap Do not use detergents or harsh cleaners like bleach and ...

Page 77: ... headliner material should be cleaned periodically as explained in the previous section Avoid using products containing ammonia bleach or harsh chemicals as they can shorten the life of vinyl If you leave the boat for a long period of time put all cushions on their sides open all interior cabin and locker doors and hang a commercially available mildew protector in the cabin Note always read the la...

Page 78: ...78 THIS PAGE WAS LEFT BLANK INTENTIONALLY ...

Page 79: ...al for detailed informa tion on preparing the engines for storage Lifting It is essential that care be used when lifting your boat Make sure the spreader bar at each sling is at least as long as the distance across the widest point of the boat that the sling will surround Put the slings in position Refer to the sling loca tions drawing for the correct position of the lifting slings The fore and af...

Page 80: ...s many of these areas open as possible will im prove the boat s ventilation during the storage period Note It is recommended that a mildew preventer be hung in the head compartment or cabin before it is closed for storage Clean the exterior upholstery with a good vinyl cleaner and dry thoroughly Spray the weather covers and boat upholstery with a spray disinfectant Enclosed areas such as the showe...

Page 81: ...l or contact your dealer for specific instructions on winterizing your engines T Top and Hardtops It is imperative that all drain holes in the legs are open and that the legs are completely free of water Remove the canvas and thoroughly clean and store in a safe dry place Remove all electronics Coat all wire connectors and bus bars in the helm compartment with a protecting oil Clean the aluminum f...

Page 82: ...Check all hose clamps for tightness Pump the antifreeze from the freshwater and raw water systems and flush several times with freshwater Make sure all antifreeze is flushed from the head before it is activated Check and lubricate the steering system Clean and wash the boat Install all upholstery cushions and canvas After Launching Carefully check all water systems and the engine bolts for leaks O...

Page 83: ...D Port Aft Speaker E Stbd Foward Speaker F Stbd Aft Speaker G House Battery H Cranking Battery I Switch Panel J Bow Light Connect K Console Wiring Breakout L Port Courtesy Light M Stbd Courtesy Light N Battery Select Panel O Main Wiring Harness P Bilge Wiring Breakout Q Battery Ground LEGEND A B C E D F P G H I N L M J O K Q ...

Page 84: ...84 Main Wiring Harness 245 XSF MAIN WIRING HARNESS Bilge Wiring Breakout Console Wiring Breakout ...

Page 85: ...85 Battery Select Panel 245 XSF Battery Select Panel ...

Page 86: ...ic Steering System A Sea Star Hydraulic Tilt Helm 1 7 Square Inch PRT HH5741 B Sea Star Hydraulic Lines with Baulkhead Fittings 20ft C Sea Star Hydraulic Front Mount Cylinder LEGEND 245 XSF HYDRAULIC SYSTEM A B C ...

Page 87: ...stem 245 XSF FUEL SYSTEM LEGEND A Fuel Tank B Deck Fuel Fill w Built in Vent C Fuel Tank Vent and Fill D Sending Unit E Fuel Pick Up F Fuel Water Seperator Yamaha 10 Micron Filter PRT MAR FUELF IL TR C A B E D F ...

Page 88: ...w Water Quick Connect J Recirculating Pump K Sprayhead L Recirc Inlet M Recirc Outlet N Optional Seacock Toilet Supplied by fresh water pump if fresh water option is ordered Supplied by raw water pump other wise Both water supplies are shown in drawing Note Additional seacock used for optional aerator Would supply the optional aft port baitwell aerator or the optional leaning post baitwell aerator...

Page 89: ...verboard D Storage Box stringer E Stbd Fish Box Drain overboard F Console Cooler Box Drain stringer G Toilet w holding tank optional H Waste Vent w toilet I Waste Outlet w toilet J Cup Holder Drain stringer K Port Baitwell Drain L Stbd Baitwell Drain M Cockpit Drains overboard N Bilge Pump overboard O Discharge Pump optional w toilet P Baitwell Seacock LEGEND ...

Page 90: ...90 THIS PAGE WAS LEFT BLANK INTENTIONALLY ...

Page 91: ...boat s hull Bow Line A line that leads forward from the bow of the boat Bow Rail Knee high rails of solid tubing to aid in preventing people from falling overboard Bridge The area from which a boat is steered and con trolled Bridge Deck A deck forward and usually above the cockpit deck Broach When the boat is sideways to the seas and in danger of capsizing a very dangerous situation that should be...

Page 92: ...the boat both on deck and below Ground Tackle A general term including anchors lines and other gear used in anchoring Grounds A boat touches the bottom Gunwale The upper edge of a boat s side Hand Rail Rail mounted on the boat for grabbing with your hand to steady you while walking about the boat Harbor An anchorage which provides reasonably good pro tection for a boat with shelter from wind and s...

Page 93: ...easure of the angle of a propeller blade Refers to the theoretical distance the boat travels with each revolution of the propeller P F D Personal Flotation Device Port The left side of the boat when facing the bow Porthole port The opening in the side of a boat to allow the admittance of light and air Propeller Adevice having two or more blades that is attached to the engine and used for propellin...

Page 94: ... boarding ladder except that it extends down into the water Taffrail Rail around the rear of the cockpit Thru hull Afitting used to pass fluids usually water through the hull surface either above or below the waterline Topsides The side skin of a boat between the waterline or chine and deck Transom A flat stern at right angles to the keel Travel Lift A machine used at boat yards to hoist boats out...

Page 95: ...upholstery X Flush engine with fresh water X Spray metal components in bilge with a protector X Clean bilge X X Check bilge for leaks X X Inspect operate thru hull valves X Inspect steering control systems X Service steering control systems X Inspect fuel system for leaks X Inspect service fuel system X Inspect fuel tank vents screens X Replace fuel filters X Lubricate fuel fill O rings X Inspect ...

Page 96: ...96 MAINTENANCE LOG Hours Date Dealer Service Repairs ...

Page 97: ...97 MAINTENANCE LOG Hours Date Dealer Service Repairs ...

Page 98: ...98 MAINTENANCE LOG Hours Date Dealer Service Repairs ...

Page 99: ...99 MAINTENANCE LOG Hours Date Dealer Service Repairs ...

Page 100: ...100 MAINTENANCE LOG Hours Date Dealer Service Repairs ...

Page 101: ...101 BOATING ACCIDENT REPORT Appendix D ...

Page 102: ...102 BOATING ACCIDENT REPORT ...

Page 103: ...103 BOATING ACCIDENT REPORT ...

Page 104: ...104 THIS PAGE WAS LEFT BLANK INTENTIONALLY ...

Page 105: ...olor and make of auto 7 Persons aboard Name Age Address telephone No 8 Do any of the persons aboard have a medical problem Yes No If yes what 9 Trip Expectations Leave at From Going to Expect to return by time and no later than 10 Any other pertinent info 11 If not returned by time call the COAST GUARD or Local authority 12 Telephone Numbers Scout recommends filling out a float plan each time you ...

Page 106: ...106 THIS PAGE WAS LEFT BLANK INTENTIONALLY ...

Page 107: ...nition switch is bad Replace ignition switch or repair starter Hydraulic Steering is slow to respond erratic The boat wanders and will not hold a course at cruise speeds An engine will not start with the shift control lever in neu tral PROBLEM CAUSE AND SOLUTION CONTROL SYSTEMS Performance Problems Boat is sluggish and has lost speed RPM The boat vibrates at cruising speeds The boat may be need to...

Page 108: ...has been activated The on board computer has sensed a problem and has limited the RPM to protect the engine Find correct the problem The tachometer is bad and needs to be replaced The oil tank on the 2 cycle engine is low on oil Fill the engine oil tank Refer to the engine owner s manual The engine may be having a problem with a sticky Anti siphon valve located in the fuel line near the fuel tank ...

Page 109: ...aker near the battery switch has tripped Reset the circuit breaker The pump impeller is jammed by debris Clean pump im peller housing The pump is defective Replace pump The automatic float switch is defective Replace switch There is a bad connection in the bilge pump wiring Repair the connection The water tank is empty Fill the tank The intake hose is damaged and sucking air Replace or repair the ...

Page 110: ...110 THIS PAGE WAS LEFT BLANK INTENTIONALLY ...

Page 111: ...111 ...

Page 112: ...112 Scout Boats Inc 2531 Hwy 78 West Summerville SC 29483 ...

Search results

Summary of Contents for 245 XSF

Reviews:

Related manuals for 245 XSF

Brands by name

Popular brands

Scout Boats 245 XSF, Owner'S Manual

Search results

Summary of Contents for 245 XSF

Reviews:

Related manuals for 245 XSF

Brands by name

Popular brands