Posted On: January 17, 2020 by National Seating & Mobility in: Power Wheelchairs Products Scooters Wheelchairs
Do you know the best way to store your power wheelchair or scooter?
The BEST place to store your power mobility equipment is in a dry, warm, room temperature space.
- If it's not possible to store your equipment inside, make sure your outside storage area is dry, and use a cover to protect your scooter or wheelchair from moisture & dust. A garage or shed would be an example of a suitable outdoor area.
- Remove the batteries & store them separately.
- Make sure to fully charge the batteries before removal, and charge them fully once a month during the time they're not being used.
- Storage in a damp area is not recommended and may permanently damage your equipment or electronics.
- Block the tires if possible to prevent them from having contact with the cold ground.
- If you've stored your equipment over the winter, give it some time to come to room temperature before you turn it on.
It's a good idea to bring your scooter or power chair in for a spring tuneup once you're ready to use it again. In fact, our technicians suggest bringing your power mobility equipment in for a tuneup once a season, or about every 3-4 months. This is the approximate amount of time that your caster bearings will last if you have a power wheelchair and are using it regularly.
Do you have questions about cold weather storage for your equipment? Contact us - we'd love to hear from you!
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