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Feb 21, 2024

Scissor Lift Battery Maintenance



Battery Maintenance
Batteries are among the most frequent and highest cost drivers for scissor lift owners. Batteries that are not maintained will deteriorate over time and will need to be replaced sooner than needed. Therefore, inspecting and maintaining batteries is vital to ensure they are sufficiently charged and water levels are sufficient. 

Tips for Maintaining your Scissor Lift Batteries

  • Clean battery trays to remove and remove dirt. Make sure batteries stay dry and clean. Otherwise, surface discharge can occur, which can lead to reduced operating times between charges.
  • Run an amp-draw test. Use a high-quality digital battery tester to ensure each battery is performing to its recommended specification.
  • Carry out tests - plug in the battery charger & check that all batteries are charging, replacing any underperforming batteries.



A battery that is not maintained may need to be replaced within one year, whereas a well-maintained battery can last as long as three years.



Note to editors: IPS Ireland is the leading supplier of Access Platform Parts, Accessories & Workshop Supplies throughout UK & Ireland, we are a pro-active company and super focused on our customers’ requirements, along with delivering the best service within our industry. A sister company to ‘ PSR Ireland ‘ The largest test centre for Access Platforms throughout Ireland.

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