Electric Scooter Battery Preventative Maintenance Tips
Maintaining the electric battery in good condition is the most effective way to preserve the value of the micromobility machine.
The battery is the heart of the electric scooter, the most critical and expensive component. Hence, maintaining the electric battery in good condition is the most effective way to preserve the value of the micromobility machine.
Below are five important steps in maximizing the longevity of your e-scooter battery.
Keep Your Software Up to Date
A modern electric scooter comes with a Battery Management System (BMS) that regulates the flow of electricity to safeguard the battery. Occasionally, the manufacturer will deploy patches to enhance the performance of the BMS or fix patches. Regularly check for notifications regarding new updates. You should also schedule automatic updates at least once a month to ensure the software is working to its full potential.
Practice Good Charging Habits
Overcharging is one of the most damaging events to a battery. Fortunately, most modern BMSs have an overcharge protection feature that automatically cuts off the charger once charging is complete. Ensure the connectors are properly secured so the electric current flows as intended. Moreover, keep the ports debris-free to prevent contamination.
Clean and Protect Electrical Connections
Reseat connectors regularly to identify and remove hidden grime that may disrupt the power transfer. In addition, coat your high-voltage inputs with protective sprays to eliminate corrosion buildup. Avoid twisting the wires or pulling them too hard while you maintain them.
Store Responsibly
Extreme temperatures accelerate the degradation of lithium-ion batteries. Hence, you should store the electric scooter in a temperature-controlled environment. Keep in a room that your heater or air conditioner can reach. Charge the mobility scooter to full before storing it. Charge it occasionally if you plan to store it for an extended period, like throughout winter. Do not let its charge level fall below 20%.
Monitor Battery Health
Lithium-ion batteries have finite charging cycles constantly burnt at varying speeds depending on the battery’s state. They are consumed the fastest while the e-scooter runs at top speed, during overcharging, or while the battery is out of charge. Many PEVs have linked apps that display various metrics on your phone. Some advanced electric scooter controllers (ESCs) can monitor cell performance, deterioration level, and remaining mileage.
The Flash Motors Nano Elite series is the most cutting-edge lineup of e-scooter controllers. It utilizes advanced artificial intelligence (AI) technology to equip the PEV with various AI capabilities, including automatic maintenance alerts and adaptive auto-tune.
