How to Charge a Scissor Lift
There is a great convenience when using a scissor lift, as the convenience of working and the lift basket's safety provides peace of mind while attempting to perform tasks that would have otherwise needed working off the step of a ladder. The safety risks involved with this machine make it the best option for performing tasks from heights.
Most scissor lifts are operated by batteries which are internally mounted in the lift's base. These batteries need to be charged after a long shift or due to sitting after extended periods without use. It is a simple task to charge the batteries. This can be done without any particular equipment or tools and needs no heavy labor.
The machine has to be parked near an electrical output in order to prepare the scissor lift for charging. This charging area should also be 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 big red button located inside the lift basket, near the charger or the control box. Find the battery charger on the right side of the base of the lift. Often, models which are older will have the charger mounted on the rear of the lift.
After that, plug the charger into the AC extension cord. Be certain you are charging in a place that is well ventilated and then plug the extension 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 excess length were to drop out of the battery charger storage place when in use, extreme danger can likely occur.