Tips for Keeping Mobility Scooter Batteries in Top Condition

- Writer/Editor for Disabled World (DW)
Published: 2009/08/16 - Updated: 2025/01/26
Publication Type: Informative
Topic: Electric Mobility Scooters - Publications List

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Synopsis: Taking care of a mobility scooter battery is essential to maintain its performance in terms of speed and distance per charge.

Why it matters: This informative article provides essential guidance on maintaining mobility scooter batteries to ensure optimal performance and longevity. Key recommendations include regularly charging the battery, even during periods of infrequent use, to prevent full discharge; storing the battery in a cool, dry place to enhance performance; and cleaning the battery terminals to prevent corrosion. Additionally, the article advises maintaining steady driving speeds, avoiding excessive weight on the scooter, and ensuring proper tire pressure to extend battery life. It also notes that battery lifespan varies with usage patterns, typically lasting up to 18 months, with light use potentially extending this to three years - Disabled World (DW).

Introduction

Taking care of a mobility scooter battery is essential to maintain its performance in terms of speed and distance per charge. Listed below are a number of hints and tips for taking care of an electric scooter battery(s).

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Keep it Charged

Never allow the battery to be fully discharged, where the scooter is not regularly used it must be charged once per month as a minimum. Alternatively, the battery can be left connected. It will not overcharge if you are using the correct charger.

Keep it Cool

Care for the Battery

Extending Battery Life

Battery Life and Warranty

Most manufacturers generally offer a 12 month warranty on batteries, mobility scooter batteries should deliver an average lifespan of up to 18 months depending on usage.

If charged and stored correctly mobility scooter batteries, depending on type, can provide from 20 to 45km of travel per charge. Though, it is essential to check this with the scooter manufacturer as this can vary according to the specific mobility scooter make and model.

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