Scout Support Guide

Information on Traeger's Scout grill.

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DOCUMENTATION

USEFUL RESOURCES YOUR SCOUT GRILL

Below are links help you get the most out of your Scout, whether it's learning best-use practices or how to resolve common issues.

Accessing the Interior of the Scout

1. On a cold grill only - Remove the 5 Phillips screws using a Phillips screwdriver.
      
   
   1. Three screws holding the hopper/burner assembly (HBA) to the grill body
   2. Two screws holding the RTD Temperature probe to the HBA
2. Gently pull the HBA up with the handle that says "caution hot." The HBA should easily lift up.
   
3. Cut the zip ties binding the wire.
   1. If the grill does not have a handle, pull from the hopper and auger tube/firepot.
   2. Use caution to avoid cutting or damaging the wires.

Scout Temperature Management

Scout Temperature Variance

We do not call out a temperature variance for the Scout.

P-Settings

See also P-Setting for more information. 

SCOUT STARTUP TIPS TO AVOID OVERHEATING

1. Upon startup, set the controller temperature to SMOKE, leaving the lid open until the temperature on the smoke peaks.
   • Peak means it slows down and stalls on a temperature and stays there; however, this temperature will vary based on the outside temperature.
2. Once the temperature peaks, shut the lid and leave on SMOKE for an additional 10 minutes.  The temperature will typically overshoot to approximately 200°F (remember, overshooting is normal) and then correct itself back down to approximately 160°F. This fluctuation may repeat, but it should settle after one or two fluctuations..
   • If the temperature stays calm after 10 minutes:
     1. Increase the controller to the desired temperature and allow it to preheat completely. 
   • If the grill overshoots above 200°F:
     1. Open the lid again to let out some heat until the temperature drops to 150°F.
     2. Shut the lid.
     3. Observe if the temperature regulates.
   • If the temperature doesn't regulate, see AC Grill Running too Hot to troubleshoot further.
     
     

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