Mobility scooters need frequent maintenance to ensure that they continue to function properly. Basically, maintenance tips are similar for all mobility scooters as they have similar components; the variations, if any, maybe just slight. The most crucial thing is to ensure that the power is off before beginning the cleaning process. Moreover, the scooter’s charger must be unplugged from the power source.
The above cleaning and maintenance tip is applicable in all mobility scooters. Additionally, each user manual comes with in-depth guidance on how you should clean your scooter, depending on the model. Let’s look at additional conventional tips to clean and maintain your mobility scooter.
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Avoid Cleaning with Oil or Wax
Keeping the mobility scooter as clean as possible is the goal of many mobility scooter owners. The pride is n the glow found on a clean scooter. Cleaning with a dry, gentle cloth regularly will preserve the shine in pristine condition.
Others use wax and oil to ensure that it shines even more. However, doing so may cause harm to the paint and create a slippery surface when it rains, which is not ideal.
Dust and Grime Removal
It’s common for dust to cover various mobility scooter surfaces. Remove it by slightly sliding a dry, soft cloth over the dusty surfaces. Mobility scooters that are used regularly can have sticky particles adhered to the surface. These particles are called grime. The cleaning process involves using a clean cloth dampened with water or spray cleaner. Then, gently rub the particles away to their entirety.
Cleaning wipes are another option for completing the task properly. Notably, do not wipe your mobility scooter with bleach-containing wipes since they might cause harm to your scooter’s paint.
Precautions Regarding Electrical Components
Mainly, the cleaning process involves liquid use, especially water. However, water is destructive to electrical components. As a result, do not get the electrical components wet by avoiding spraying cleaner sprays or water directly to the scooter. Instead, dampen the cleaning cloth and wipe the surface. Additionally, disconnect the mobility scooter from the power source when cleaning it.
Tire Cleaning
It is possible for debris to lodge in the tread of a mobility scooter tire and its surrounding components. Some examples of debris include strands of hair, tiny stones as well as grime.
The standard step for the removal of a stone on the tires is using the fingertips. Do not use any sharp objects that might cause additional damage to the tire, like puncturing it. However, individuals can use materials such as clippers to remove hair strands in positions that hands can’t reach.
Material such as grime and dirt on the tire’s surface is easy to clean using water and a damp towel or cloth. However, please avoid using any form of detergent or cleanser on the tires since it might cause them to become oily and greasy. If need be, ensure you rinse the tires thoroughly after using soapy water. Oily tires might cause an imbalance on the mobility scooter, posing a threat to the user.