Description
The Quickie Q500 H is a rear-wheel power wheelchair from Sunrise Medical, model EIPW32, with a hybrid drive position and six-wheel independent suspension.
What does it do and how does it work?
- Hybrid drive: the drive wheels sit forward of a conventional rear-wheel base for a 25.5 in (64.8 cm) turn, with rear-wheel traction.
- Six wheels: fixed front casters and active rear anti-tips keep all six wheels on the ground.
- Suspension: six-wheel independent suspension absorbs thresholds and uneven ground.
- Motors: 4-pole motors with 10 seconds of power boost, metal gears and larger cooling fins.
- Speed and range: 6 mph (9.7 km/h) standard, 5 or 8 mph optional; up to 17.7 miles (28.5 km) with Group 24 batteries.
- Electronics: a VR2 or R-Net controller, with optional Bluetooth and infrared control.
- Transit: occupied transit tie-down brackets come standard.
Who is it for, and who should choose something else?
- It suits a rider up to 300 lbs (136 kg), or 350 lbs (158.8 kg) on the HD line, who wants rear-wheel stability with a tighter indoor turn.
- It suits a rehab build with SEDEO PRO or Captain seating.
- Choose a mid-wheel Quickie Q500 M for an 18.5 in (47 cm) turn.
- Choose another base over 350 lbs (158.8 kg).
Will it fit?
- Rider: 300 lbs (136 kg), or 350 lbs (158.8 kg) on the HD line.
- Seating: 16-22 in (41-56 cm) wide and deep on the SEDEO PRO; Captain 16, 18 or 20 in wide and 16-22 in deep; seat height 16.5-19 in (42-48 cm).
- Base: 24.5 in (62.2 cm) wide, 36 in (91.4 cm) long without footplates; 25.5 in (64.8 cm) turning radius.
- Ground: 3 in (7.6 cm) clearance; 13 or 14 in drive wheels; 9 in front and 4 in rear casters.
Using it day to day
- Charge every night with the controller off: charger into the joystick socket, then the wall; 6-8 hours, 8-12 after a full drain.
- Charge indoors only, with a Sunrise-approved charger.
- Transport it forward-facing with a four-point strap system at two front and two rear points; attach the front straps first.
- Never carry a passenger in a vehicle, and do not tie down by the armrests or anti-tip brackets.
- Batteries: two 12V gel deep-cycle, sealed and maintenance free; do not fit car batteries.
What does it work with, and what are its limits?
- Stay within 300 lbs (136 kg), or 350 lbs (158.8 kg) on the HD line.
- The HD line uses the same model number, so confirm the build before you order.
- Elevate is not available with tilt.
- Warranty: frame 5 years; parts and batteries 1 year.
Which version should I choose?
- Seating: SEDEO PRO or Captain, with manual recline, 50 degree power tilt, power legrest and 12 in (30.5 cm) elevate.
- Electronics: VR2 or R-Net; Bluetooth and infrared control are optional.
How does it compare?
- The Quickie Q500 M is the mid-wheel sibling and turns in 18.5 in (47 cm).
- The Quantum Edge 4 is a mid-wheel chair with a 22.8 in (57.9 cm) turn.
- See all standard power wheelchairs.
Frequently asked questions
What happens if I skip charging?
The batteries can be damaged and range drops. Charge every night and do not interrupt the cycle.
Can I fit a car battery?
No. It uses two 12V gel deep-cycle batteries; car batteries are not approved.
What do NPC, SPC and MPC mean on the weight?
No power seating at 343 lbs (156 kg), single power seating at 367 lbs (166 kg) and multi power seating at 381 lbs (173 kg).
Funding may help: see who may help pay.
Specifications
- Weight capacity
- 300 lbs (136 kg); 350 lbs (158.8 kg) on the HD line
- Product weight
- 343 lbs (156 kg) no power seating; 367 lbs (166 kg) single power seating; 381 lbs (173 kg) multi power seating
- Seat width
- 16-22 in (41-56 cm) SEDEO PRO; 16, 18 or 20 in (41, 46 or 51 cm) Captain
- Seat depth
- 16-22 in (41-56 cm) on SEDEO PRO and Captain seats
- Seat height
- 16.5-19 in (42-48 cm) seat to floor
- Drive wheel size
- 13 or 14 in (33 or 36 cm)
- Rear wheel size
- 13 in or 14 in drive wheels
- Caster size
- 9 in (23 cm) front; 4 in (10 cm) rear
- Suspension
- Six-wheel independent suspension
- Overall width
- 24.5 in (62.2 cm)
- Overall length
- 36 in (91.4 cm) without footplates
- Ground clearance
- 3 in (7.6 cm)
- Turning radius
- 25.5 in (64.8 cm), excluding footplates
- Driving range
- Up to 17.7 miles (28.5 km) with Group 24 batteries
- Top speed
- 6 mph (9.7 km/h) standard; 5 mph (8 km/h) or 8 mph (12.9 km/h) optional
- Controller
- VR2 or R-Net; Bluetooth and infrared control optional
- Battery
- Group 24 or Group 34; two 12V gel batteries in a 24V system
- Transit
- ISO 7176-19:2008 transit approved; four-point strap restraint at two front and two rear points
- Backrest height
- 21-30 in (53-76 cm) SEDEO PRO; 25 in (64 cm) Captain
- Seat frame angle
- 0, 3, 6 or 9 degrees
- Seat functions
- Manual recline, 50 degree power tilt, power legrest and 12 in (30.5 cm) elevate; elevate not with tilt
- Warranty
- Frame 5 years; Sunrise-made parts 1 year; batteries 1 year. Owner pays labour
- Product type
- Rear-wheel (hybrid) power wheelchair, model EIPW32
Figures from the manufacturer. Options and seat sizes can change them; we confirm yours before ordering.
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Delivery and service
Delivery and setup
We deliver and set up equipment across Toronto and the GTA, and show you how everything works. Custom and special-order products can take longer; we confirm timing with you before delivery.
Service and repairs
Our technicians service what we sell, at home or in our shop.
Try before you buy
Visit a showroom in Etobicoke or Brampton to try products first, or book a free home assessment.
Warranty
Warranty details
Sunrise Medical warrants the Quickie Q500 H against defects in materials and workmanship for the first consumer purchaser, through a Sunrise Medical authorized dealer in Canada or the USA, counted from the date of first purchase. This warranty does not affect your legal rights.
- Frame: 5 years.
- Sunrise-made parts and components, including motors, gearboxes and electronics: 1 year.
- Batteries: 1 year, through the original battery maker.
- Sunrise repairs or replaces covered parts. The owner pays labour to repair, remove or install parts, even when they are covered.
- Not transferable. Void if the serial number tag is removed or altered.
- Excludes tires and tubes, upholstery, pads and push-handle grips, and damage from neglect, accident, misuse, improper installation or repair, changes made without Sunrise's written consent, or exceeding the weight limit.
Questions about this product?
Talk to our team, try it in a showroom, or book a free home assessment. We help with sizing and funding.
