Lithium-ion batteries need to be charged and discharged frequently, and should never be stored for extended periods. When riding an electric vehicle, it is essential to develop the habit of charging the battery once it reaches 80% capacity. Regardless of the distance traveled, the battery should be fully charged before recharging; do not wait until it is completely depleted.
When charging an electric vehicle battery in the vehicle, the ignition switch should be turned off, and the battery should not be charged upside down. Try to charge it fully in one go.
When an electric vehicle battery is not used for a long period of time, it should be charged once a month. Store the battery after it is fully charged, and never store it in a discharged state.
The battery charger must be used with the matching charger. Because the raw materials and manufacturing processes of lithium-ion batteries are different, the technical requirements for the charger are also different, so a dedicated charger must be used.
Lithium-ion batteries have a longer lifespan, and users can charge them whenever they want. However, they should not use the boost voltage to ride, as this can lead to severe battery depletion. When the battery is depleted, the power should be turned off before riding.
1. Never charge immediately after driving. Many electric vehicle users choose to charge their lithium-ion batteries immediately after driving. However, this presents a problem: after driving, the battery temperature is very high. In addition, the summer temperature is high. If you charge it directly at this time, the temperature of the lithium-ion battery will rise all the way up, even exceeding the critical point, which may eventually lead to spontaneous combustion.
2. Charge and discharge appropriately to prevent damage. Overcharging and discharging can severely damage the lithium-ion battery of electric vehicles. Therefore, do not wait until the battery is completely depleted before charging, and do not charge for too long (avoid charging overnight). Generally, it is sufficient to charge for 1-2 hours after the green light on the charger comes on.
3. Ensure the lithium-ion battery is securely fastened. The lithium-ion battery should be securely installed on the electric vehicle to prevent the battery wires from coming loose due to vibration during driving, which could lead to power outage.
4. For electric vehicle lithium-ion batteries, it is best to use the original lithium-ion battery charger whenever possible. Original chargers have strong performance and a suitable charging rate. While there are fast charging stations available now, it is recommended not to use them too often. Using them once or twice a year is understandable. Excessive current charging can also cause significant damage to the internal structure of the battery.
5. The optimal ambient temperature for charging is 25℃. Most chargers currently lack an automatic temperature control system, so most are designed for an ambient temperature of 25℃, making charging at 25℃ better.
6. The lifespan of lithium-ion batteries is generally 6-8 years, which depends largely on how the user uses them. Using lithium-ion batteries according to the principle of shallow charging and discharging will appropriately extend their lifespan.
