Scout Boats 275 XSF, Owner'S Manual

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Fuel Tank Vent
There is a fuel tank vent fitting on the port side of the hull.
While the tank is being filled, the air displaced by the fuel
escapes through the vent. When the tank is full, fuel will be
ejected from the fuel vent.
After fueling, replace the fill cap, and wash the areas around
the fuel fill plate and below the fuel vent. Residual fuel
left on the deck and hull sides can be dangerous, and will
yellow the fiberglass or damage the striping.
3.2 Outboard Fuel System
The fuel system on the Scout has one fuel tank. Each fuel
withdrawal line is equipped with an anti-siphon valve where
the line attaches to the fuel tank. This valve prevents gasoline
from siphoning out of the fuel tank should a line rupture.
DO NOT REMOVE THE ANTI-SIPHON VALVES
FROM THE SYSTEM. SHOULD THE VALVE
BECOME CLOGGED, CLEAN AND REINSTALL
OR REPLACE.
The fuel filters are installed in the stern bilge of the boat. They
are accessed through the center stern hatch. The filters are
the water separator type and should be serviced frequently to
assure an adequate supply of clean, dry fuel to the engines. It
is recommended that the filters are inspected periodically and
the elements changed as needed.
There is a primer bulb in each fuel line located near the fuel
filter that is used to prime the fuel system after service or
as required. See Fuel System Maintenance and the engine
owner’s manual for additional information on the fuel filters
and the outboard engine fuel system..
3.3 Fueling Instructions
FUEL IS VERY FLAMMABLE. BE CAREFUL WHEN
FILLING THE FUEL TANK. NO SMOKING. NEVER
FILL THE TANK WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING.
FILL THE FUEL TANK IN AN OPEN AREA. DO NOT
FILL THE TANK NEAR OPEN FLAMES.
TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE FUEL SYSTEM,
USE ONLY A GOOD GRADE OF GASOLINE FOR
OUTBOARD ENGINES. DO NOT USE A FUEL
THAT CONTAINS HARSH ADDITIVES OR IS AN
ALCOHOL BLEND. ANY DAMAGE DONE TO THE
FUEL SYSTEM THAT IS THE RESULT OF USE OF
AN ALCOHOL BLEND, IS NOT COVERED BY THE
SCOUT WARRANTY. REFER TO THE ENGINE
MANUFACTURER OWNER’S MANUAL FOR THE
FUEL REQUIREMENTS FOR YOUR ENGINES.
To fill the fuel tank at a marina, follow this pro-
cedure:
1. Make sure all switches are in the “Off” position.
2. Make sure the boat is securely moored.
3. Make sure all passengers leave the boat.
4. Estimate how much fuel is needed and avoid over
filling the tank.
Note: When the fuel tank is full, fuel will come out
through the fuel vent. The fuel vent is located on
the port side of the boat.
5. A special keyless fuel cap is supplied.
6. Turn the cap counterclockwise to open the fuel fill.
7. Remove the cap.
8. Put the nozzle in the fuel opening.
STATIC ELECTRICITY CAN BE GENERATED WHILE
FUELING AND CAN CAUSE A FIRE OR EXPLOSION.
TO PREVENT STATIC SPARKS WHEN FILLING THE
TANK, MAKE SURE THE NOZZLE IS IN CONTACT
WITH THE FUEL OPENING.
Typical Fuel Filter