Why is it not a good idea to leave your electric scooter charging at night?
Regardless of the device you need to charge, it is often strongly advised not to leave it charging overnight unattended. The electric scooter is no exception to this rule, and we will explain why.
Why should you avoid it?
Firstly, the risk of overcharging is not insignificant. Not all chargers automatically shut off once the scooter’s battery is fully charged.
Consequently, the charger continues to supply current to the battery, which could lead to overcharging. In the long run, this can damage the battery and shorten its lifespan, reducing your scooter’s overall autonomy.
By leaving your charger plugged in throughout the night, the electricity consumed once the product is fully charged goes to waste. Monitoring your scooter’s charge level and unplugging it once the battery is full saves electricity and reduces overall energy consumption.
Additionally, although the risk remains minimal, no charger is completely immune to overheating or short-circuiting when left unattended for an extended period. In the worst-case scenario, this could pose a fire hazard.
Our advice
Upon unpacking your product, we urge you to consult the accompanying manual to familiarize yourself with the specific recommendations for your scooter.
Monitor your scooter while it’s charging and unplug it once the charge is complete (indicated by the charger’s light indicator or directly on the product).
Avoid leaving your scooter charging for excessively long periods, especially overnight or when you’re away from home.
To ensure complete safety, always use the original charger that came with your scooter for charging.
Have you lost your charger or is it no longer functional? Visit our Spare Parts section to purchase a replacement.
Following these guidelines will allow you to charge your electric scooter safely and preserve its battery life!
And that’s it! You’re all charged up now and ready to hit the road!