Mobility scooter service due? 6 signs to look for
Spring is here, and that usually means more trips out: to the shops, the park and to see family. Before you head off, it is worth asking whether your mobility scooter or power chair is due for a service.
Most problems start small and get worse with use. A service catches them early, before they leave you stranded halfway home. Here are six signs it is time to book one.
1. The battery runs flat sooner than it used to
If a trip you used to do easily now leaves you watching the battery gauge, the batteries may be tired or the charger may not be filling them properly. A battery load test shows which one it is.
2. It is slower up hills or sluggish to start
Losing power on slopes, or a hesitant start, can point to weak batteries, loose connections or a motor that needs attention.
3. New clicks, grinding or squeaks
Your scooter should sound the same every day. New noises usually mean something has worn, worked loose or needs lubricating.
4. The brakes feel softer or take longer to stop
Brakes matter more than anything else on the scooter. If they feel different, have them checked before you ride far. If they feel unreliable, don’t ride it at all: book an assessment and we will come to you.
5. Tyres are worn, cracked or keep going low
Worn or under-inflated tyres affect grip, steering and how far you get on a charge. Cracks in the sidewall are a sign the tyre is near the end of its life.
6. It has not had a service in the last 12 months
Even if everything seems fine, we recommend a full service every 6 to 12 months, depending on how much you ride.
What a service includes
Servicing is from $185 and is done at your home anywhere in metropolitan Adelaide. There is no need to arrange transport to a workshop. Every service includes:
- a full safety inspection
- a battery load test
- brake and tyre checks
- an electrical system check
- lubrication, adjustment and performance tuning
If something is already wrong, an assessment ($169) finds the cause and gives you a written report and a fixed-price quote. Nothing is fixed without your approval.
Book a service online, or call 1800 703 397, Monday to Saturday, 9am to 5pm.