As a convenient means of transportation, the maintenance of its battery is directly related to the battery life and service life of the electric vehicle. Mastering the correct maintenance method can make the battery serve us better.
In terms of charging, first of all, we should pay attention to the charging time. Avoid overcharging. Generally, the battery should be charged when the remaining power is 20% – 30%. After it is fully charged, unplug the charger in time to prevent long-term overcharging from causing the battery to heat up and bulge, shortening the battery life. The charging time of different types of batteries varies. Lead-acid batteries generally charge for 8-10 hours, and lithium batteries charge for a relatively short time, about 3-6 hours. For details, please refer to the product manual.
Choosing a suitable charger is also crucial. Be sure to use a charger that matches the specifications of the electric vehicle battery. The voltage, current and other parameters of electric vehicle batteries of different brands and models may be different. Indiscriminate use of the charger may damage the battery. If the charger fails, it should be replaced in time and cannot be used as a makeshift.
Temperature has a great impact on battery performance. In a high temperature environment, try to avoid charging immediately after long-term exposure to the sun. High temperature will intensify the chemical reaction inside the battery and accelerate battery aging. After riding in summer, you can wait for the battery to cool down for a while before charging. In cold weather, the activity of the battery will decrease and the mileage will be reduced, which is normal. Try to park the electric vehicle indoors or in a relatively high temperature place for charging, and avoid parking for a long time in a low temperature environment.
In daily use, avoid high current discharge. Sudden acceleration, sudden braking, excessive load, etc. will cause instantaneous high current discharge, causing irreversible damage to the battery. Try to keep a constant speed when riding, and avoid frequent starting and braking. At the same time, control the load of riding, and do not exceed the rated load of the electric vehicle.
When the electric vehicle is not used for a long time, the battery should also be properly maintained. Charge the battery once every half a month or so to keep the battery in a certain state of power to prevent the battery from running low. In the state of running low, irreversible sulfide reaction will occur inside the battery, resulting in a decrease in battery capacity.
It is also necessary to check the battery regularly. Check whether the appearance of the battery is damaged or leaking. If there is any abnormality, contact professional maintenance personnel in time for treatment. In short, careful maintenance of electric vehicle batteries can effectively extend their service life, improve endurance, and bring more convenience to our travel. As long as we pay more attention to charging, using, storing, etc., we can keep the battery in good performance.
