Fire safety Tips for e-bikes and e-scooters

Fire safety Tips for e-bikes and e-scooters

India has seen multiple fire-related cases of electric scooters, raising concerns among government officials that this could harm India's embryonic EV ecosystem and the aggressive quest for electricity-based transportation. The union government wants to make India a manufacturing powerhouse for electric vehicles and batteries, so, such fire accidents have made both manufacturers and customers frightened. In such a scenario, the sales are certainly affected. As a result, both government and manufacturers are taking careful approaches to avoid such incidences. 

So, the government will be issuing new guidelines for the EV sector that will help stop fire-related incidences. This feature will help you find useful fire safety tips for e-bikes and e-scooters in India.

Tips for e-bikes and e-scooters to enhance fire safety

To boost fire safety, charging and handling of battery and e-bike and e-scooter should get increased care. Read the tips below for charging.

Tips During Charging

1. It’s important to unplug the charger after the battery is fully charged.

2. Always read and follow your e-bike/e-scooter instruction manual for proper handling of the EV and the battery.

3. Heat and smoke alarms are important in the room where your e-bike is charged.

4. While charging batteries, keep an eye open or be attentive. 

5. Always buy and use original chargers from the manufacturer. Don’t use fake and duplicate chargers.

6. Don’t overcharge your vehicle as it could heat and even melt electric components.

7. Don't keep your EV or the battery near inflammable substances. Store both of them in a clean and dry area.

8. While charging, don’t charge or use the same socket for other purposes. The socket should be solely meant for the EV charger.

Tips During Storage

1. Don’t charge your EV in a place that has no fire exit doors.

2. The storage area should be free of inflammable substances. In addition, it should be a neat, cool, and dry place.

3. Shut down electric appliances in the room (when not in use) where you are storing your EV and battery.

4. Keep fire extinguishers, sand, and water handy in case there is an emergency.

Tips When Buying Electric Scooters in India

1. It is always helpful if you buy electric bikes and e-scooters from established and quality brands. 

2. Ensure EV features and specifications are properly understood.

3. Get more information about your EV from other customers and mechanics.

4. Check the warranty system of the e-scooters and e-bikes and their batteries in India.

5. Don't just buy any e-bike or electric scooter. Make a firm determination about what you require and why you require it.

6. Make sure you have the authority over toolbox and first-aid solutions.

Tips for e bike and e scooter battery

1. Batteries should not be exposed to extreme temperature and heat. 

2. Make a habit of checking if there is any physical damage to the battery. If yes, immediately replace it with a new one. 

3. Batteries contain harmful chemicals. These chemicals are responsible for creating a fire ruckus.

4. Don’t throw used batteries here and there. Keep them in a safe and secured place, away from children.

5. Don’t use your e-bike battery to charge or run other devices. 

6. Unplug the batteries from the electric bikes or e-scooters and store them in a safe place when they will not be used for a long period. 

7. Always use genuine OEM batteries or the ones from branded companies.