Charge your e-bike safely

Cruising around on an electric bike is a really convenient and comfortable way to enjoy Vänerleden and the surroundings. Of course, to keep the ride easy, the bike battery needs to be charged at regular intervals. Here's how to get the full power and minimize the risk of overheating:

Use the right charger and cables

Make sure you use the charger that came with your e-bike when you bought or rented it. Use only cables intended for the purpose and never use damaged or broken cables. It is also important not to use a battery that is suspected of being damaged. There is always an increased risk of fire if the battery or charger is damaged. So always use undamaged batteries and chargers in all handling and use.

Place the charger on a stable surface

Place the charger on a stable and flat surface where it is not likely to tip over or fall down.

Charging outdoors

If you need to charge your e-bike outdoors, make sure to protect the charger and connectors from rain and moisture. Also make sure to charge in the shade, preferably with weather protection. Do not charge in direct sunlight or against a sunny wall where temperatures can be particularly high.

Do not charge overnight without supervision

It is always best to supervise the charging of the e-bike. Do not leave the charger plugged in overnight or when leaving the site unattended. Monitoring the charge reduces the risk of overheating or other problems.

Have a smoke detector nearby

If you charge your e-bike indoors, it's important not to charge in places that would block escape routes in the event of an incident. It is also important to have a functional warning system, such as a smoke detector or sniff detector to quickly detect overheating or fire that may occur during charging.

Along Sweden's national and regional cycling routes, there are several accommodation and facilities where you can charge your e-bike. Ask the staff where and how you can charge safely with them.

Have a nice and safe ride on your e-bike!