How to Charge a Scissor Lift
Numerous people appreciate the ease 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 trying to complete a similar task using the rung of a ladder. The safety risks involved with this particular equipment make it the best alternative for performing tasks from heights.
Most scissor lifts are operated by batteries which are internally mounted in the base of the lift. These batteries need to be charged following a long shift or due to sitting after extended periods without use. It is an easy task to charge the batteries. This can be done without any specialized tools or equipment and needs no heavy labor.
In order to prepare the scissor lift for charging, position the machine next to an electrical outlet. Make sure you are doing this in a well-ventilated place. After that, in order to avoid another operator from driving away with the lift plugged in, press the emergency shut-off switch. The emergency shut off switch is the big red button situated near the charger or the control box, inside the basket of the lift. Find the battery charger on the base of the lift on the right side. Often, models which are older will have the charger mounted on the rear of the lift.
The AC extension cord should next be plugged into the charger. Be certain to charge in a well ventilated place 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 purposely short. This is because if any extra length were to drop out of the battery charger storage area while in use, extreme danger can potentially happen.