Battery Care & Charging Guide
Proper battery care is the single most important thing you can do to extend the life of your power wheelchair or scooter. With good practices, batteries typically last 2 to 5 years.
Daily Charging Best Practices
- Charge daily with long overnight sessions (8+ hours)
- Use only the manufacturer-provided charger
- Never let the battery drain completely
- If using less than once per week, charge at minimum once weekly
Gel Battery Break-In Period
Gel batteries show improved performance after 15-20 charge cycles. Reduced range during break-in is normal.
Long-Term Storage
- Fully charge before storing
- Disconnect after 2+ weeks
- Monthly charge checks during storage
- Gel/AGM batteries retain charge up to 6 months
- Avoid temperature extremes
When to Replace
- Noticeably reduced range
- Won't hold a charge overnight
- Slow performance when fully charged
- Battery is 3-4+ years old
Contact Macdonald's at 604-872-5496 for battery testing and replacement.