YOUTUBE (U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission) - 4 ways to prevent deadly battery fires at home
Ebikes, escooters, and hoverboards can be fun for getting around, but they also rely on large lithium-ion batteries for power. These batteries can cause deadly fires. To avoid battery fires, make sure your follow these important safety tips: - Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for proper charging and unplug the device when done. - Always be present when charging micromobility products. Never charge them while sleeping or when you are not at home. CPSC has seen many lithium-ion battery home fires and deaths happen at night while batteries were charging and families were asleep. - Only use the charger provided with or recommended by the manufacturer of your micromobility device. - Only use a replacement or secondary battery pack that…