Scout Boats 320 LXF - User Manual

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David AndersenAug 16, 2025
What to do if my Scout Boats Boat is sluggish and has lost speed & RPM?
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  teresa46Aug 17, 2025
  If your Scout Boats Boat feels sluggish, with reduced speed and RPM, it could be due to: * Marine growth on the hull and running gear. * A damaged propeller. * Weeds or line around the propeller. * Overloading. * Excessive water in the bilge. To resolve this, clean the hull and running gear, repair the propeller, remove any weeds or line, reduce the load, and pump out the bilge, addressing the cause of the water ingress.
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Desiree DunnAug 20, 2025
Why is the hydraulic steering on my Scout Boats Boat slow to respond?
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  Tamara WilcoxAug 21, 2025
  If the hydraulic steering on your Scout Boats Boat is slow to respond, possible causes include: * Low fluid in the steering system. * Air in the steering system. * A binding component in the steering system. * A binding engine steering spindle. * Changes to the throttle adjustment. Suggested solutions include filling and bleeding the system, checking and adjusting or repairing any binding components, greasing the spindle, and adjusting the throttle cable.
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stewartsarahAug 25, 2025
What to do if my Scout Boats 320 LXF Boat vibrates at cruising speeds?
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  kellybradleyAug 25, 2025
  If your Scout Boats Boat vibrates at cruising speeds, it could be due to a damaged propeller or a bent propeller/propeller shaft. Repairing the propeller or the propeller shaft should resolve the issue.
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Michelle LoganAug 28, 2025
What to do if my Scout Boats 320 LXF Boat wanders and will not hold a course at cruise speeds?
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  Robert TurnerAug 28, 2025
  If your Scout Boats Boat wanders and struggles to maintain course at cruising speeds, it may be due to air in the steering system or a corroded/misadjusted engine steering tab. Filling and bleeding the steering system or replacing/adjusting the steering tab should solve this.
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Steven MathisSep 1, 2025
Why is the engine alternator on my Scout Boats 320 LXF not charging properly?
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  Tara BeasleySep 1, 2025
  If the engine alternator on your Scout Boats Boat isn't charging correctly, it could be due to a loose or corroded battery cable, a defective alternator, or a defective battery. Try cleaning and tightening the battery cables or replacing the alternator or battery.
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erik35Sep 5, 2025
What to do if the engine of my Scout Boats 320 LXF Boat suddenly will not operate over 2000 RPM?
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  Nancy JohnsonSep 5, 2025
  If the engine of your Scout Boats Boat suddenly won't operate over 2000 RPM, the engine emergency system may have been activated. You should find and correct the problem.
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Geoffrey ThomasSep 9, 2025
What to do if the engine of my Scout Boats 320 LXF Boat is losing RPM?
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  Kevin WebbSep 9, 2025
  If the engine of your Scout Boats Boat is losing RPM, it may be because the engine emergency system has been activated. You should find and correct the problem.
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Kimberly TerrellNov 12, 2025
Why is my Scout Boats 320 LXF engine running too hot?
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  john46Nov 12, 2025
  An overheating engine in your Scout Boats Boat can stem from several issues: * The raw water pick up strainer might be clogged. * The raw water pump impeller could be worn or damaged. * The engine thermostat may be faulty. * The engine emergency system might be activated. * The tachometer could be bad. * The oil tank on a 2-cycle engine might be low. * The anti-siphon valve may be sticky. * The remote or primary fuel filter could be dirty. * The electronic engine control or fuel injection system may be malfunctioning. Solutions include cleaning the pick-up, repairing the pump, replacing the thermostat or tachometer, filling the oil tank, cleaning or replacing the anti-siphon valve and fuel filters, or repairing the engine control or fuel injection system. Additionally,...