How to Charge a Scissor Lift
Numerous people value the convenience of using a scissor lift. The convenience of working and the security offered from the lift's basket provide a lot more piece of mind than attempting to complete a similar task using the rung of a ladder. The safety risks involved with this particular machine make it the best alternative for performing tasks from heights.
The majority of scissor lifts are operated by batteries which are internally mounted in the base of the lift. These batteries have to be charged following a long shift or due to sitting after extended periods without use. It is a simple task to charge the batteries. This could be carried out without any specialized tools or equipment and requires no heavy labor.
In order to prepare the scissor lift for charging, park the machinery near an electrical outlet. Make sure you are doing this in a well-ventilated area. After that, in order to prevent another operator from driving away with the lift plugged in, press the emergency shut-off switch. The emergency shut off switch is the large red button found inside the lift basket, near the charger or the control box. Find the battery charger on the base of the lift on the right side. Usually, older units will have the charger mounted on the rear of the lift.
The AC extension cord must next be plugged into the charger. Be certain to charge in a well ventilated area and plug the cord into an electrical outlet. So as to avoid accidental damage from being run over, the length of the electrical cord on the battery charger is intentionally short. This is because if any excess length were to drop out of the battery charger storage place while in use, extreme danger can likely occur.