If you’re already a hoverboard owner and you’ve taken it out for a spin, you’ll need to recharge it. It’s not difficult, and if you get in the habit of doing it properly you’ll extend the life of your battery and the board itself. So, let’s do it!
When should I charge my hoverboard?
When you first unbox your hoverboard, we know you’ll feel like riding it straight away. But we recommend you fully charge it first. Hoverboards are charged and tested before they’re sent out from the factory, but they might lose some of their battery charge while they’re in the shop waiting to be snapped up.
After that, you should try to fully charge the hoverboard after each ride. Your battery will perform at its best when it’s charged up, rather than running low. So avoid taking it out for a ride when the battery’s in the red.
Top tip: Even when you’re not using your hoverboard, you should charge it regularly. This helps keep the battery in good condition for longer.
How do I charge my hoverboard?
When you want to charge your hoverboard, follow these simple steps:
1. Switch off the hoverboard by pressing the power button.
2. Make sure you’re using the official charging cable that comes with the hoverboard. Check the port pins are all in good condition, with no signs of damage.
3. Plug the charger into a wall socket and insert the other end into the charging port of your hoverboard.
4. Your hoverboard is now charging. Check your manufacturer’s instruction to find out what light indicators you should expect to see. For example, some hoverboards have a red indicator light to show it’s charging, and a green light when it’s fully charged.
Top tip: Always fully charge your hoverboard. Don’t just charge it halfway and take it for a ride, as this kind of thing tends to weaken the battery cells and shorten its lifespan.
How long should I charge my hoverboard for?
The exact charging time varies depending on the model, but most hoverboards have a lithium-ion battery that charges pretty quickly. Even the most basic boards can be fully charged in around 4-6 hours. Some premium hoverboards can be charged up in a couple of hours or less!
Top tip: Try not to leave your hoverboard charging overnight. It’s a good idea to get into the habit of unplugging your hoverboard as soon as it’s charged, because keeping in charging too long could be bad for the battery.
A few final tips to boost the battery life of your hoverboard
Let’s finish with a few top tips that will help extend the life of your hoverboard battery. These are all good habits to get into:
Check the battery level before you take your hoverboard out for ride. It should always be fully charged.
Try to avoid draining the battery completely.
Don’t leave your hoverboard charging overnight. Try to unplug the charger as soon as the board’s fully charged.
Don’t exceed your hoverboard’s maximum weight limit, or you could end up reducing your ride time.
Keep your hoverboard in a cool place, but not in a freezing cold shed! Any kind of extreme temperature could be bad for your battery.
Always charge your hoverboard with the original charger that came with it.
And that’s really all there is to it. Happy hovering!
Post time: Aug-22-2023
