How Should Electric Sightseeing Buses be Maintained?

Nowadays, electric sightseeing cars are used more and more widely. Some of them are used as commuter cars for government units, some are used as electric sightseeing cars for scenic spots, and some are used as shuttle buses for hospitals and airports. So, the corresponding maintenance work of the electric sightseeing bus is very important, which is related to its safety, use cost, service life, etc.

Here, we have summarized the following maintenance methods for electric sightseeing buses, hoping to help you:

Before using the electric sightseeing bus

You should carefully check whether the front and rear tires are severely worn, whether the tire pressure is sufficient, whether the front and rear brakes are powerful, whether there are any abnormal noises in the entire vehicle, and whether it is charged and inflated.

When driving an electric sightseeing bus in rain or snow

Be careful not to let water submerge the pedals to prevent damage to the battery and motor, which will affect the service life of the bus.

After rainy days

Maintenance of electric sightseeing buses is particularly important after rainy days. It is best to clean the front axle, rear axle, intermediate axle, disc brake, front fork, rotating fulcrum and other components of the electric sightseeing bus to prevent sediment accumulation or corrosion.

Charge in time 

Charge in time at the end of driving and maintain regular charging habits. Protecting the battery is the biggest savings in the cost of using an electric sightseeing bus.

Pay attention to the sequence of turning on the power

When the battery is in an obvious "hungry" state, it will cause a large amount of battery power shortage. Before charging, the battery should be plugged in first and then connected to the power supply. The reverse order should be followed when unplugging. Batteries usually need to be charged for 6-8 hours. Power off immediately after charging. Try not to overtime charging.

Use special batteries of electric sightseeing buses

When charging the electric sightseeing bus, please be sure to use the special charger provided with the electric sightseeing bus. Do not use other types of chargers to avoid damaging the battery.

Check the front and rear brakes frequently

It is necessary to check the front and rear brakes frequently, and pay more attention to whether the front and rear wheels rotate smoothly, and whether the axle gears need to be adjusted.

Be careful to turn off the electrical door locks in time

When the sightseeing bus is not in use, the electrical door locks should be turned off to avoid wasting electricity caused by the controller, power lights and other electrical components loading themselves.

Avoid using sudden brakes when driving

Try to avoid using sudden brakes when the sightseeing bus is driving. Lower the center of gravity of the vehicle as much as possible and keep a distance of 3 meters from the vehicle or pedestrian in front. For driving safety reasons, sharp turns should be avoided as much as possible. The larger the turning radius is within the allowed range, the safer it is.

Park the bus indoors

After using the electric sightseeing bus for the day, you should try to park it indoors and avoid outdoor storage. When it is impossible to park it indoors, cover the controller with a waterproof cloth as much as possible to prevent water from entering. If necessary, take out the battery and put it indoors.

Have a clean and rainproof storage environment

In order to keep the body clean and bright for a long time, it is recommended to arrange a clean and rainproof environment for storage and charging of your electric sightseeing bus to prevent rust and corrosion of the body caused by wind and rain all year round.

Clean surface dust promptly

After the bus is parked for a long time, there may be a lot of dust on the surface, and it needs to be cleaned in time. For enclosed sightseeing buses, the doors and windows should be opened to clear the air and deodorize the interior of the bus before use.

The above are some precautions for the use and maintenance of electric sightseeing buses that Hulk Vehicle has summarized based on many years of experience in producing electric sightseeing buses. In addition, as a friendly reminder, when using an electric sightseeing bus, you should avoid blind disassembly or modification to avoid unnecessary losses. If you have any disassembly and modification needs, you can contact Hulk Vehicle’s after-sales service department for consultation.