Battery maintenance for MEWPs
Skyjack engineers share tips of effective battery charging.
To maximize the job site performance of popular battery-electric machines, like the new Skyjack SJ3232 E and SJ5545 E electric drive scissor lifts, it is important to leave a machine as you would expect to find it; clean, charged, and ready for work.
A charging regime that relies on opportunity charging, where the machine is charged for a short period only, is not beneficial to battery health. Longer full charges are better for optimum machine performance. Charge-longevity depends on machine usage throughout the day.
Overnight charging can provide a full charge, provided there is a consistent, uninterrupted jobsite power supply. Skyjack’s Charge Status Indicator on the platform control console shows the operator the battery charge state. A flashing amber light indicates a low battery level that needs to be charged, while a flashing or solid green light indicates a high charge status.
Safeguard overnight charging by engaging the battery disconnect and using the optional locking capability so unauthorized users cannot gain access, by activating E-stops and by positioning the machine in such a way that charging cables cannot be easily disconnected by people walking by and tripping on cables, or be interrupted by job site power shutoff overnight.
Before the work begins, pre-use machine inspections are always recommended. Skyjack’s Elevate Live QR code provides operators with digital access to critical machine information like pre-use inspection guides, quick-start guides, and familiarization videos.
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