How to Charge a Scissor Lift
There is a great convenience when using a scissor lift, since the convenience of working and the lift basket's security provides peace of mind while trying to perform tasks that could have otherwise needed working off the step of a ladder. The safety risks involved with this machine make it the best choice for performing jobs from heights.
Most 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 job to charge the batteries. This can be carried out without any particular equipment or tools and requires no heavy labor.
The equipment has to be positioned near an electrical output so as to prepare the scissor lift for charging. This charging place must also be 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 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. Normally, older units would have the charger mounted on the rear of the lift.
The AC extension cord should next be plugged into the charger. Be sure to charge in a well ventilated place and plug the cord into an electrical outlet. So as to prevent accidental damage from being run over, the length of the electrical cord on the battery charger is intentionally short. This is because if any extra length were to drop out of the battery charger storage area while in use, extreme danger could potentially happen.