DuPage Mobility Group shares some mobility scooter battery care and maintenance guidelines:6/24/2019
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1/7/2020 11:22:09 pm
Excellent. Absolutely loved reading and very helpful at the same time :)
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1/8/2020 07:16:20 am
Thanks Llewellyn. Please call us if you ever have any questions about battery care.
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1/20/2020 01:31:08 pm
It's good to know that you should charge your scooter daily and as long as possible. My mom was telling me a couple of weeks ago about how she is wanting to get one because it's been harder for her to walk due to her old age. I'll make sure to pass this information along to her so she can know how to maintain a scooter if she gets one.
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1/21/2020 09:41:03 am
Hi Kate,
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1/21/2020 10:11:27 am
It's so good to know that overcharging isn't a problem with most scooters and wheelchairs because my dad was worried. He keeps his charging while he's asleep. I'll have to tell him not to worry about overcharging it.
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1/21/2020 10:18:48 am
Hi Tori,
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3/6/2020 08:45:11 am
I like what you said about letting your mobility scooter's battery charge completely overnight. My sister has been telling me about how she's been having issues walking for the last few months. I'll share this information with her so that she can look into her options for scooters that can help her with this.
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6/1/2020 10:07:37 am
Thank you Tyson. Call us if you or your sister have any questions!
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3/10/2020 10:01:56 am
Thank you for sharing these important steps in maintaining wheelchair batteries as I never knew that overcharging these batteries are typically not a problem as our wheelchairs are usually voltage limited. My grandmother depends on a wheelchair to move around and her caretaker is responsible for ensuring the batteries are always fully charged before it is stored. When I visit my grandmother, I will inform the caretaker that charging overnight is absolutely fine.
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6/1/2020 10:09:07 am
Hi Kristofer. Please call Mobility City of DuPage County with any questions!
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Frank Gazzolo
4/5/2020 03:31:42 pm
Thanks Amanda. Also, call with any questions you have about batteries!
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Frank Gazzolo
4/28/2020 09:47:29 am
Thanks Tom. Call with any specific Lithium Ion Battery questions.
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5/23/2020 09:18:27 pm
Excellent. Absolutely loved reading and very helpful at the same time :)
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6/1/2020 10:03:56 am
Thanks Christine. Please call if we can further assist you with any deep cycle battery questions.
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6/1/2020 10:06:02 am
Hi Deirdre, thanks for your comments. Call us if you have any questions!
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7/8/2020 04:08:16 pm
My grandmother needs to get a mobility scooter this August because she is having a hard time getting around. Thanks for explaining that it would be smart to not leave the battery for her scooter in a low charge state for a long time. That is good for us to be aware of as we are looking for her scooter.
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10/3/2020 02:24:06 pm
Glad to help. Please call if you have any questions regarding batteries in the future.
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11/12/2020 01:16:49 pm
I'm glad you explained that we don't have to worry about overcharging since most systems will shut off automatically when the voltage limit is met. I need to help my mom find a deep cycle battery for the mobility scooter she got after her accident. Maybe I'll print out these battery care tips for them in case they have some common questions that you answer here!
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9/28/2021 11:52:06 pm
Most of our customers who are active and always on the go love this Jazzy Zero Turn high performance mobility scooter. This unit can be disassembled into manageable pieces and placed inside the trunk of your vehicle. When you get to your destination, the unit can be reassembled without the use of any tools.
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10/11/2021 12:46:00 am
This is very amazing post and also helpful. Scooter maintenance issue discuss in the post. This grate information. Thank you for the post.
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11/19/2021 11:13:10 am
I need suggestions for an electric scooter. My age is 52 now and want to get an electric scooter with seat. I have found a listing but not sure which one would be perfect for me. Considering battery life, would you please suggest me one.
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DuPage Mobility Group
11/19/2021 02:17:47 pm
Hi Morgan,
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3/28/2022 01:19:33 am
wonderful full information about mobility scooters.
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3/31/2023 06:09:39 am
Great blog post on battery maintenance guidelines! It's important to know how to take care of your batteries to ensure they last as long as possible and operate at peak performance. The tips and tricks shared in this post are really helpful, especially for those who rely on batteries for their daily use. The clear explanations and step-by-step instructions make it easy to follow along and implement these maintenance practices. Thanks for sharing such valuable information!
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4/5/2023 05:15:30 am
DuPage Mobility Group's guidelines on mobility scooter battery care and maintenance are important to ensure the longevity of the batteries. It's recommended to cycle the batteries daily and charge them daily and for as long as possible. Overcharging is not an issue as the chargers are voltage limited and shut off automatically. It's crucial to avoid ultra-deep discharges and never drain the batteries completely. Storing the batteries fully charged and checking them once a month is also recommended. Following these guidelines can help users maximize the lifespan of their mobility scooter batteries.
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5/5/2023 11:42:02 am
I appreciate that you explained that you should ensure to fully charge your wheelchair batteries overnight for an effective function. My best friend mentioned yesterday that he was planning to buy his mother a power wheelchair that could provide a 360 and more efficient function for her convenience. He asked if I had any ideas on the best option to consider. Thanks to this helpful wheelchair guide article, I'll tell him he should check the medical equipment online store for more information.
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5/18/2023 03:14:10 am
Taking care of mobility scooter batteries is essential for maintaining their optimal performance and longevity. DuPage Mobility Group provides valuable guidelines, emphasizing the importance of regular charging, even on low-usage days, to keep batteries in good condition. They also highlight the safety measures in place with voltage-limited chargers, preventing overcharging. Avoiding deep discharges, timely recharging, and storing batteries fully charged are recommended practices. Checking and recharging stored batteries monthly ensures they are ready for use. These tips ensure reliable mobility and maximize the lifespan of mobility scooter batteries.
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It's great to know that it is not an issue to overcharge a scooter because real ability device chargers or voltage is limited and will shut off automatically once full. That is great news for us when we are getting a mobility scooter lift system installation for our grandparents this summer. It's because we also have our own families to take care of, and we might forget at times when we leave the system charging and forgot to unplug it until the next time we visit our grandparents.
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