What to do if the electric scooter does not turn on
An electric scooter is a high-tech device. It consists of several components, which may well malfunction. It is not always necessary to fix individual components as quickly as possible, as the vehicle can function with damaged parts as well. It is quite another matter when the electric scooter does not turn on at all. Such trouble happens both with recently purchased models, and with already used ones. In this article we will talk about what to do if the electric scooter does not turn on and why this situation occurs.
Why electric scooters break
The range of electric scooters is quite wide, so buyers have a good choice in any case. As a rule, users try to spend money on a quality product, taking into account not only the technical characteristics, but also the reputation of the manufacturer. And although the creators guarantee the durability of their vehicles, no technique can fail.
Consider root causeswhy the scooter stopped starting:
- natural wear and tear of the device components;
- violation of operating rules;
- damage of the mechanical type.
It is possible to repair electric vehicles with your own hands. Successful results are not obtained in all cases, but it is still worth trying. The main thing here is to identify the cause of the problem. And even if the user has no skills in repairing such devices, do not get upset, because in this case our instructions will help.
Solutions to popular problems
Malfunctions with the electric scooter can be prevented, but users rarely think about it as long as the device is functioning normally. There are not too many parts inside the gadget, so it is quite realistic to deal with them when trouble occurs.
As a rule, the cause lies in the controller, since it is the main element inside the electric vehicle. But sometimes there are other breakdowns as well. Let's talk about the possible problems below.
The display does not turn on
One of the most disturbing problems for users is the lack of response of the display on the electric scooter. It may not display any information after pressing the power button, but the device itself will still function as usual.
There is only one reason - moisture got inside. And to fix the problem you should disassemble the damaged element (on-board computer) and dry its components.
Turned off on the move and does not turn on
An electric scooter is a complex device that often shuts down on the move. The reason lies in the power reserve of the device. It may be low even if the screen shows a few bars of charge.
When the vehicle is turned off while driving, it is recommended to use a voltmeter and measure the voltage. When the battery is fully charged, the device will read above 50 v. It is not a good idea to ride at voltages less than 24 v.
If the scooter shuts down under load (regardless of speeds), you should study the instructions - perhaps he has to "drag" too much weight, which depletes the energy reserve much faster.
Not turning on and not charging
When an electric scooter does not turn on because of low charge, and the green LED on the screen is on and there is no charging, it means one thing - the device does not see the charger. Here you will need to forced system reset. This deletes the file with the error that caused the vehicle not to charge and does not turn on.
Turns on only on charge
An equally common and urgent situation is that electric vehicles are only switched on when battery charging and refuses to work without it. This is caused by overheating of the device. If it won't turn on without charging or shuts down after a few seconds, you should let the scooter rest. It is enough not to ride it for just a day, and all the "insides" will come back to normal.
If the gadget continues to turn on only from the charger, the problem should be sought in the controller, or rather its contacts.
Turns on, but doesn't drive
Sometimes it happens that the device turns on in normal mode, but refuses to drive. In this case, the only solution is to control board reset.
The same solution is worth trying when a new electric scooter does not turn on at all or stops charging.
Turns on and off immediately
A completely different situation is when the scooter turns on when you press the button, but when you release it, it instantly turns off. There are only two solutions:
- Hold down the key longer (release it after the screen captions appear).
- Turn off the lights (in most devices this is done with the button on the side of the deck).
Signs of malfunctions and solution methods
In addition to the above-mentioned points, users are able to see for themselves certain signs of malfunction. They become visible immediately after removing the deck and examining the main components of the device. Such signs and troubleshooting options will be discussed below.
Contacts on the battery are loose
When such a situation arises, some users mistakenly believe that the problem can be solved only after reconnecting battery. In fact, there are several solutions here. It is possible to make a diagnosis visually, and solving the problem will not take more than 5 minutes.
There are the following signs of failure:
- When the engine starts, all light indicators are activated. In this case, open the back cover of the battery and disconnect the cables of the self1 battery as well as the power supply and the main bus.
- Continuous beeping turns on. A voltmeter will be needed here. Use it to measure the resistance at the output with the battery. If the contact is damaged, the value will change from 0 to 1.
- A beep is emitted, and then the lights start to go off one by one and only one blinking light remains. The problem contact must be repaired with a soldering iron.
The system will automatically confirm the correct action - the signal LED will stop blinking and the red light will change to blue. If this does not happen, it is better to send the electric scooter to the service, otherwise there is a risk of losing its functionality forever.
System reboot
Rebooting involves a complete factory reset of the device. It is necessary in cases when the scooter:
- does not turn on and does not charge;
- It turns on and doesn't go;
- turned off on the fly with a charge and normal voltage.
How to reset an electric scooter:
- Disconnect the charger from the vehicle.
- Disconnect the wire that carries the voltage to the board from the battery.
- Wait 10-15 seconds.
- Connect the charger.
- Disconnect the charging unit.
If successful, the LED should glow red, and if charging is disabled, it should glow blue.
What follows:
- Connect the cable from the battery to the controller.
- Press the power button on the scooter.
- Wait for one battery signal to appear on the screen (it should be red).
- Reconnect the charger.
Correct actions on the part of the user will be confirmed by blinking of the main diode at intervals of 1 second. If this does not happen, there is two solutions:
- try again with a different charger;
- contact the service center with the problem.
Problems with battery wires
Mechanical damage to the battery cables is quite common. This may cause the vehicle not to turn on after charging or not to work correctly when connected to the power supply.
In this case, the user has to replace the complete set. But before this it is necessary to carry out diagnostics by means of a multimeter. This is done as follows:
- Take out the battery.
- Examine the condition of the wires.
- Find out the resistance and voltage values.
Problems with the fuse
Newcomers rarely trust instructions and operate a new device intuitively. In fact, it is not recommended to do this, because such a careless attitude to the gadget is fraught with serious trouble. So, for example, it is possible that the electric scooter does not turn on after the first charging. The reason for this is, as a rule, a blown fuse.
A tester in resistance search mode will help to check the sensor. As you know, the nominal value of a workable part is zero. But if the indicator appears on the screen "1"You can't do without installing a new component.
Fuse replacement procedure:
- Remove the board and free the damaged part from the socket.
- Install a new element.
- Make sure that the contacts are tight (if necessary, you need to squeeze them with ordinary tweezers).
- Place the board and connect the power cables (only in reverse order).
Be careful not to damage the contacts.
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Answers to popular questions
The headlight beeps and the scooter does not turn on, what to do?
The problem is in the controller - you need to check its condition and contacts.
New device shuts down at 36 volts DC, how do I fix the problem?
In this case the problem lies in the wires of the controller - they can be frayed at the assembly stage and already be on sale in defective condition. To avoid such troubles, it will help to inspect the "guts" of the vehicle when buying it.
What electric vehicle components are available separately for replacement?
Absolutely all parts are available for sale in specialized stores.
When should I entrust the repair of my electric scooter to the specialists of the service center?
Give the device to a technician for diagnosis and troubleshooting if:
- there are no obvious signs of breakage on the parts;
- The gadget stopped turning on again after a recent repair;
- The problem is in the motor (it is difficult to pick up and replace it without special skills).
When an electric scooter refuses to turn on, it is not a reason to worry. Even such a serious problem can be solved by yourself, without resorting to the help of specialists. Repair in a service center is very expensive, but the purchase of individual parts and their installation at home - it is not difficult. In addition, it is not always necessary to spend money on replacing elements, because in some cases it is possible to return their performance by simple manipulations.