Scout Boats 262 Abaco, Owner'S Manual, Page: 116 / 120

PROBLEM
CAUSE AND SOLUTION
TROUBLESHOOTING
GUIDE
The optional air conditioner runs for a short time & then
cuts out.
The carbon monoxide detector sounds the alarm when
the engines are running.
The freshwater pump runs, but will not pump water.
The washdown pump runs, but the pump will not pump
water.
The washdown or fresh water pump fails to turn off after
all outlets are closed.
• The air conditioner pump sea strainer is clogged. Clean the
strainer.
• The raw water supply thru hull valve is closed. Open the
valve.
• The raw water system is air-bound. Make sure the thru hull
valve is open and run the boat above 15 m.p.h. The speed
scoop on the thru hull fitting will force the air lock out of
the system.
• The air conditioner raw water pump is not pumping and
needs to be repaired or replaced.
• The canvas curtains are up and none of the forward facing
vents are open, allowing carbon monoxide to accumulate in
the cockpit and cabin. Open the deck hatch, clear connector,
and side curtains to provide proper ventilation.
• The boat is operating at slow speed and the wind is on the
stern pushing CO into the cockpit and cabin. Increase boat
speed or change heading if possible.
• The carbon monoxide detector is defective and needs to
be calibrated by the manufacturer or replaced. Have the
boat checked by a professional before condemning the CO
monitor.
• The water tank is empty. Fill the tank.
• The in-line strainer for the pump is clogged. Clean the
strainer.
• The intake hose is damaged and sucking air. Replace or
repair the hose.
• The pump is defective. Repair or replace the pump.
• The thru-hull valve is not open. Open valve.
• The in-line sea strainer for the pump is clogged. Clean the
sea strainer.
• The intake hose is damaged and sucking air. Replace
hose.
• The pump is defective. Repair or replace the pump.
•
There is a leak in a pressure line or outlet. Repair the leak.
• There is an air leak in the intake line. Repair the air leak.
• The pressure switch is defective. Replace the pressure
switch.
• The voltage to the pump is low. Check for corroded or loose
wiring connections or low battery.
• The strainer is clogged. Clean strainer.
• The pump is defective. Repair or replace the pump.
ACCESSORY PROBLEMS