Short Description

Power assisted wheels with an electric motor integrated into the wheel hub. They can replace standard rear wheels on the Quickie 2, Quickie GP Series, GT and GTi wheelchair models. The wheels assist the user to self propel the wheelchair. They are available in two speeds.

Method Of Use

When the wheelchair user applies force to the push rims, the motor engages and assists to propel the wheelchair.

Models

* Item number EIXT
* The first version increases the force applied to the handrims by a factor of 1.5
* The second version increases the force applied by a factor of 3
* The handrims are available in plastic or stainless steel

More Details

Attachment
A small bracket is attached to the inside of the wheelchair frame to allow the powered wheels to be secured to the wheelchair.

Controls
* The on/off switch is located on an adjustable mount on the right hand side of the chair
* The control panel is on the exterior surface of the battery
* The panel includes a battery level indicator and a push button to control the power level

Wheels
Can be either pneumatic or pneumatic with solid inserts

Electronically Synchronized Wheels
The Quickie Xtender features an automatic wheel synchronization system which compensates for any arm strength imbalance the user may have.

Battery
* The batteries form the inner part of the wheel hub
* Each wheel hub houses one 24 volt battery
* A single 7 Ahr NiMH battery weighing 2.8kg powers the Quickie Xtender
* This battery has its own charger and only takes 2 - 3 hours to charge
* Additional backup batteries may also be purchased

Battery Charger
* Comes with an independent charger
* The battery takes 2-3 hours to charge

Brakes
* When the chair is brought to a stop, the wheels will not activate in the reverse direction
* In addition to providing a power assist going up hills, the motor and gearing also act as a break when traveling downhill

Dismantling
* The batteries and wheels are removed without the need for tools
* By pulling out the hub handle, the entire motor and wheel assembly is removed from the chair.

Place Of Manufacture

United States of America

Standards

Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For a fact sheet about standards contact us or visit www.ilcaustralia.org/home/standards.asp.