Scout Boats 295 Abaco, Owner'S Manual

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To operate the system, make sure the thru-hull valve for the
air conditioner seawater supply pump is on. The valve and sea
strainer is located in the stern bilge. Turn the Air Condition
breaker in the AC breaker panel on. The air conditioning or
heat then will be controlled by the electronic control panel in
the cabin. When activated, water should continuously flow
from the overboard drain thru-hull.
The air conditioning system produces heat when it is operated
in the reverse cycle mode. The ability of the unit to produce
heat is affected by the temperature of the seawater. As the
seawater temperature lowers, the air conditioner’s ability to
produce warm air decreases. When the seawater temperature
drops below 40 - 45 degrees, the unit will not be able to produce
heat. You should not operate the air conditioner to produce heat
when the water temperature is below 40 degrees.
You should always keep the cabin door closed when operat-
ing the air conditioner. If the cabin door is left open, it could
cause the air conditioner unit to run continuously and not cycle
enough to defrost the coiling condenser. This could cause the
coils to develop enough ice to reduce the unit’s ability to cool
the boat.
The air conditioner is below the center cushion of the V-berth.
The unit creates condensation that drips into the pan at the
base of the unit. A hose attached to the pan drains the water
to the shower sump.
It is normal for some water to be in the pan whenever the air
conditioner has been used. The condensation pan should be
checked periodically to make sure it is draining properly. The
drain hoses, condensation pan and sump should be flushed
clean if they become restricted by mold or debris.
Always make sure the shower sump pump is activated by
turning on the House battery switch before operating the air
conditioner. The air conditioner can produce enough conden-
sation to flood the storage compartment and cabin sole if it is
allowed to run for extended periods without the shower sump
activated.
The intake line for the sea water pump is equipped with a
sea strainer that must be checked for debris frequently and
cleaned as necessary. Refer to the Raw Water System chapter
for information on the air conditioning pumps and cleaning
the sea strainers.
You should also refer to the air conditioner owner’s manual for
additional operating and maintenance instructions.
Note: Air conditioners use surface water as a cooling me-
dium. The boat must be in the water and the raw
water supply system must be properly activated
prior to use. Operation without proper cooling
could cause the air conditioning unit to shut down
and could cause system damage. Always check
for proper water flow out of the air conditioning
pump discharge thru-hull when the air conditioner
is operating.
10.4 Cabin Woodwork
The optional wood cabin floor is made of cherry and maple.
The steps are made of solid cherry. The floor and steps are
finished with a high quality urethane finish that will provide
years of protection with proper care and treatment. It is im-
portant to avoid tracking sand and dirt on the cabin floor and
steps. Sand and dirt acts like sand paper and will eventually
sand off the finish in the traffic areas. The wood can be sanded
and refinished as necessary.
Use caution when varnishing wood steps. The wood grain is a
natural nonskid and too much varnish or polyurethane will fill
the grain and make the wood slippery. You should use a satin or
flat varnish and only apply one or two coats. A nonskid mate-
rial mixed with the varnish may be required to keep the cabin
steps from becoming slippery when they are refinished.
Carpeted or wood floors and steps can be cleaned with a
vacuum. The wood floors can be vacuumed then washed with
a mixture of water and Murphy’s Oil Soap. Wipe the wood
dry with a clean towel.
Air Conditioning Unit with Condensation Pan Below V-Berth