Quickie Pulse 6 Power Wheelchair Review
Buyer's Guide To Quickie Power Wheelchairs
The Quickie Pulse 6 Power Wheelchair is one of the outstanding rear wheel drive power wheelchairs. This model has been tested extensively and has come out as the premier example in Quickie’s history for high-quality engineering excellence. The Quickie Pulse 6 is not only comfortable, but is also an aesthetic and well designed durable wheelchair
Quickie Pulse 6 Product Description
The Quickie Pulse 6 Power Wheelchair is one of the best mobility aids for those people who have mobility problems. The Pulse 6 is not only a durable, compact power wheelchair, which helps people to be mobile, but also permits them to do most of their work by themselves. Many people with mobility problems have certainly benefited greatly from this chair.
Functions Of Quickie Pulse 6 Power Wheelchair
The Pulse 6 is a power wheel chair fitted with a power lifting cushion and custom curved to your back. It has six wheels that provide sufficient stability and two shock absorbers on either side that absorbs any shock and uneven bounce. There are twin front and rear 5 inch wheels that lend support to the chair in addition to the two 10 inch wheels that provide the mobility. The chair is digitally controlled and needs very little space to turn. Not only it is ideal for the slow mover, but it is also a treat for those who like a little speed.
Users Of Quickie Pulse 6 Electric Wheelchairs
The Quickie Pulse 6 is mainly suited for people with mobility problems. It is ideal for a person who has spine problems and poor leg-circulation.
Quickie Pulse 6 Product Description
The Quickie Pulse 6 comes in three models, which are Basic Rehab Seat or BC, Captain's Seat or CC and the Single Power Option or SC. In addition, the Quickie Pulse 6 also features a Versatile Captain's Seat which can attach to the seat pan with Velcro. In addition, it also has multiple backrest options, three different armrest styles, postural supports, towel bar mounts, vent tray mount, headrests, and a wide selection of manual and power swing-away footrests and leg rests. It also supports a power tilt option.
The nylon coated seats have 2-inch cushions with a reclining facility and adjustable armrests. It can also be removed if not required. The overall weight of the chair is 173 pounds or 78.6 kg and the maximum user weight capacity is 300 pounds or 136.4 kg. It has a seat width of 40.6 to 50.8 cm (16 to 20 inches) and a seat depth of 40.6 to 50.8 cm (16 to 20 inches). The front seat to floor height varies between 40.6 cm, 43.2 cm, and 45.7 cm (16, 17, or 18 inches).
The maximum speed is 6 mph (9.7 kph) and users can balance indoor and outdoor travel because of the Pulse’s dynamic suspension system. It also has the R-Net Electronics system that features amazing color screens, an upgraded joystick, a consumer clock and unique programming profiles. The brakes are electromagnetic and it has an automatic braking system. It has 2 x GP-24 gel batteries and the battery capacity is up to 12 miles. It also comes with an 8A off board charger. It has a
The Quickie Pulse 6 Power Wheelchair’s retail price at the time of product launch inclusive of all the add-ons was around $8,350. However, currently, with a discount, the price would be $6,850 per chair, which is not too pricey. It also comes with a warranty of 5 years for the frame and one-year warranty for all other parts and no warranty for wearables. One of the advantages of buying a new Pulse 6 is that you can customize the wheelchair. Either way, it is definitely a worthwhile investment.
If you wish to search further in eBay or Amazon, you are likely to get a used one for nearly less than half the price. It is also not very easy to find a used Quickie Power wheelchairs because they last long. However, the odd used Quickie wheelchairs that you may find usually cost around $2000 to $2500, or around half the original price. The odd good bargain is likely to be snapped up immediately.
Where to buy Quickie Pulse 6 Electric Wheelchair
A Quickie Pulse 6 Power Wheelchair can be available from Southwest Medical or from Sunrise Medical. It usually comes with free shipping. For all product and general inquiries, you can email; information@quickie-wheelchairs.com. You can also contact them on their toll free number at (1-800-236-4215).
Safety Concerns
It is advised that the weight of the chair never exceeds 300 pounds at any time as it can damage the chair frame. Users are advised to follow the instruction manual while charging the battery as failure to do so could result in the remote chance of an explosion and injury. Users are also advised to not make any contact across both battery terminals, as an explosion could occur. It is also advised to get the chair checked by the service department at least once a year.
Buyer Reviews on the Quickie Pulse 6 Power Wheelchair
The Quickie Pulse 6 Power Wheelchairs would feel like it was custom designed just for you. It comes across as a comfortable office chair which you can take it outdoors with excellent maneuverability. Advanced electronics make this one of the most popular category of power wheelchairs. Initially, the Pulse 6 may come across as any other battery operated wheelchair but after a period of usage, the users will start to see the superior performance of this product compared to others. Unfortunately, the unit cannot be folded and as a result, it cannot be carried in your car especially if you have a small car. In short, I am convinced that the Quickie Pulse 6 Power Wheelchair is among the best available in the market today that functions with reliability and offer buyers value for money.
Other Quickie Wheelchair Recommendations
Customer feedback indicate that the Pulse 6 is rated high in customer satisfaction mainly because of their durability. The consumers have also found the Quickie S-636 to be a very good product with lots of optional adjustments that can be done depending on the requirement of the user. This feature has made many consumers to recommend the S-636 wheelchair to others. In short, the product functions well on its own with no complaints on its performance.