If you want to protect your electric scooter from fire, then tie 5 important things
Electric Scooter is considered a cheap, eco-friendly and comfortable option for daily commuting. However, incidents of fire are coming to light every day. Most cases are caused by thermal runaway in lithium-ion batteries. Especially due to wrong charging, overheating or poor quality battery.
The good thing is that you can prevent these dangers to a great extent by taking precautions. Simple steps like using original charger, charging in open areas, avoiding overcharging, not parking in sunlight and regular checks will keep your scooter safe. By following the tips given below, you can keep your Electric Scooter in better condition.
correct charging habit
Utmost care should be taken during charging, because 70-80% of fire incidents occur during charging. Always use only the original charger provided by the company. Never buy cheap or branded chargers as they do not match with the Battery Management System (BMS) and may cause overheating.
Overcharge protection
Never allow the scooter to be overcharged. As soon as the battery is 100% charged, immediately unplug it. Do not leave it charging overnight, especially in summers. The battery gets hot after a long ride, so let it cool for at least 30-60 minutes, then charge. Keep the scooter in open air while charging.
parking attention
Never park the e-scooter in direct sunlight. Heat can cause the battery temperature to reach 50-60 degrees Celsius, which causes thermal runaway. Always park in a shady area or garage. Keep the scooter covered even in rain, so that water does not get into the battery or electrical parts.
battery quality
Also pay attention to the quality of the battery. Cheap or unauthorized scooters have substandard cells, which get overheated easily. Therefore, buy only BIS certified or good brand electric scooter. Get regular servicing done and go to the company’s authorized service center only. Never get the battery or wiring changed by a roadside mechanic.
control the fire
If a fire does break out, don’t panic. First of all, take yourself and others to a safe distance. Do not try to extinguish the fire with water, as pouring water on the lithium battery fire may cause it to flare up further. Use CO2 or dry powder extinguisher.
