Understanding Battery Voltage Sag on Your ScooterUpdated a month ago

Understanding Battery Voltage Sag on Your Scooter

Overview

This article explains why the battery indicator on your scooter may fluctuate while riding. You'll learn about voltage sag, how it affects battery readings, and how to accurately check your scooter's battery level.

What is Voltage Sag?

When you use your scooter, the battery experiences a phenomenon called voltage sag. This means the displayed battery level can drop when the scooter is under load (for example, while accelerating or climbing hills) and rise again when the scooter is at rest.

• Voltage sag is normal for all battery-powered devices.
• The true battery level is only accurate when the scooter is not moving and not under load.

💡 Tip: Think of it like trying to check the amount of water in a bottle while running—it's much harder than when you're standing still.

How to Get an Accurate Battery Reading

1. Stop the scooter and ensure it is at rest.
2. Wait a few moments for the battery to stabilize.
3. Check the voltage reading on your scooter's display, rather than relying on the battery icon.

• The voltage reading provides a more precise measurement of your battery's actual charge than the battery icon, which can fluctuate due to voltage sag.

⚠️ Note: The battery level on your scooter's screen will naturally go up and down as you ride. This is expected behaviour and does not indicate a problem with your scooter or its battery.

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