Scout Boats 320 LXF, Owner'S Manual

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General
Most hatches and doors in the cockpit are secured with special
cam action, draw or automatic slam latches. Gas charged
springs are used on most hatches above the cockpit sole that
help raise the hatches and hold them in the open position.
Always make sure the hatches are closed with the latches in the
secured position before operating the boat above idle speed.
IN CERTAIN CONDITIONS, OPEN EXTERIOR DOORS AND HATCHES THAT
ARE NOT SECURED PROPERLY CAN SLAM CLOSED UNEXPECTEDLY
AND CAUSE INJURY TO PASSENGERS OR DAMAGE TO THE BOAT.
SOME DOORS AND HATCHES ARE EQUIPPED WITH SPECIAL
FASTENERS, HATCH LIFTERS OR SNAPS AND/OR STRAPS, TO
SECURE THEM IN THE OPEN POSITION. ALWAYS MAKE SURE THAT THESE HATCHES
AND DOORS ARE PROPERLY SECURED WHENEVER THEY ARE IN THE OPEN POSITION.
Leaning Post Bait Station
The leaning post bait station is equipped with a sink and is
supplied by a fresh water circulating pump. It is equipped with
an overflow that controls the water level and drains overboard.
Refer to the Raw Water System chapter for additional information
on the livewell.
Storage for fishing tackle is provided by three drawers below the
sink. On the starboard side there is space for an optional
refrigerator.
Port and Starboard Fishboxes
The fishboxes are located in the floor on the aft port and
starboard sides of the cockpit. A gas spring holds the hatch in
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Cockpit Features
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