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The Q6 Edge 2.0 is an advanced version of Q6 Edge. In addition to all the features that Q6 Edge has, the powered wheelchair has the following new features:
* New 9.66 km/h (6 mph) motors offer advanced performance (standard)
* New aesthetics
* Single-sided caster forks for enhanced manoeuvrability
* New iLevel enables 25.4 cm (10 inches) of elevation while at walking speed (up to 4.83 km/h (3 mph)) for a minimal additional cost
* Advanced functionality and stability strengthens daily independence and quality of life
* Colour options: pink, lime light, yellow blaze, deep purple, orange cursh, electric blue, red corvette, white satin, grey street, midnight blue, silver bullet, and black.
* The Q6 Edge 2.0 accepts a complete range of seating and electronics options

Q6 Edge powered wheelchair features:

Frame
* A rigid frame powered wheelchair ATX Suspension (Active-Trac with extra stability that incorporates front OMNI -Casters and semi-independent rear caster beam for enhanced performance over rough terrain)
* The wheelchair is compatible with TRU-Balance Power Positioning

Seat
* Available with the Synergy Seat or TRU-Balance Power Positioning System
* Both are adjustable in seat width and depth
* Synergy seat - with a curved padded back and seat base board, adjustable for growth and able to be fitted with most seating products. Manual recline and tilt are optional. The seat has a sliding centre of gravity or weight shift tilt system, up to 65 degrees of tilt
* TRU-Balance Power Positioning - includes the following options: power tilt, power recline, power seat lift or elevation (enables the seat to be raised vertically 180mm), and power elevating foot platform or legrests. TRU-Comfort seating is available including a padded, contoured seat and backrest
* iLevel enables 25.4 cm (10 inches) of elevation while at walking speed

Armrests
* Lift up armrests with height and angle adjustment are standard

Legrest
* Optional powered legrest available

Footplates
* Lift up, swing away footplates or foot platform are available
* The foot rests are height, depth and angle adjustable

Wheels
* 14 inches pneumatic tyres come standard. 14 inches solid tyres also available.

Castors
* 150 mm (6 inches) front and rear low impact OMNI-Castors come standard. 200mm (8 inches) rear casters also available.

Controls
* Standard electronics include: 75A Q-Logic NE, 75A Q-Logic NE+, 75A Q-Logic EX. Optional electronics include:Q-Logic EX Enhanced Display.

Batteries
* Two 12 volt, deep cycle NF-22, with an 8A, off board charger.

Motor
* 2-motor, 4-pole. The motor can be disengaged by pressing down on the manual freewheel lever

Transport
* Transit securement package available

Colour options
* Standard - Candy Apple Red, Viper Blue, Onyx Black,
* Optional - Champagne, Sunburst Orange, Emerald Green, Pewter, Silver, Graphite Blue, Sapphire Blue, Pearl Pink Solid: Mariner Blue, Cardinal Red, Spring Green, Violet, Solar Yellow, Tangerine, Kelly Green

Considerations

Transport Accessibility
The space allowed on public transport for carrying mobility equipment is an area of 1300mm by 800mm.

Wheelchair spaces
All new Sydney buses feature special 'kneeling suspension' and a ramp to provide easy access for less mobile passengers.

There are spaces for two wheelchairs on the new buses. These will accommodate most manual and electric wheelchairs with maximum length 1250mm, maximum width 750mm, maximum turning circle1500mm and maximum weight 200kg.

For safety reasons, passengers in wheelchairs are advised to face the back of the bus, bracing their wheelchair against the side of the space, applying the brakes and securing the seat belt of the wheelchair.

Wheelchair accessible buses display a blue and white wheelchair sign on the front of the bus, and on the easy access door.

Occupied Wheelchair in a Car
A person sitting in a wheelchair within a car or van requires certification and RMS (formerly RTA) approval for the wheelchair and occupants restraint system where the wheelchair or occupant are restrained to the vehicle structure. RMS approval is not required for a postural support, such as a harness, that is only attached to the wheelchair and not to the vehicle.

Wheelchair Restraints
When transporting a person in a wheelchair in a car or van, both the occupant and the wheelchair require an RMS approved restraint system. The wheelchair and the occupant need to be separately secured to the vehicle itself.
RMS approval is not required for a postural support, such as a harness, that supports the user in the wheelchair but is not part of the vehicle restraint system.
The use of a headrest is not legally required but strongly recommended. Easily detachable, folding headrests which fit a wheelchair with standard push handles are available. Refer to section Wheelchair, Scooter, Cushions, ramps / Postural Supports - Seating System: Restraint+ Head+Back+Seats

Place Of Manufacture

United States of America

Price Guide

Contact supplier(s) for pricing information.
Price on application from Active Mobility Systems

Models

* Q6 Edge model
* Q6 Edge 2 model is similar to the basic model but also has advanced performance motors, single sided castor forks and iLevel seat elevation system
* Q6 Edge HD model is similar to the basic Q6 Edge model but is a larger, heavy duty wheelchair
(see separate entries for each model)

Options

Seating System
* Synergy Seat
* TRU-Balance Power Positioning System

Powered options
* TRU-Balnace Lift and Tilt
* TRU-Comfort Seating System
* Q-Logic EX Drive Controls
* Accu-Trac Advanced Tracking Technology
* Power Elevating Seat

Other options
* Transit securement package
* LED full lighting package
* Articulating or compact vent tray

Additional Dimensions

Standard
Depth Overall......................953 mm

Speed (km/hr)......................From 0 km/h to 9.66 km/h (dependent on user weight, terrain type, battery charge, battery condition and tire pressure)

Range (km)..........................25 km (dependent on user weight, terrain type, battery charge, battery condition and tyre pressure)

Maintenance

* All wheelchairs require regular maintenance. Refer to the User Manual or supplier for specific details.

Standards

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 more information about standards also see
http://at-aust.org/home/assistive_technology/standards.html

TGA
Many of the items on the Assistive Technology Australia website are categorised as a Medical Device. Medical devices that are approved for use in Australia have been entered into a national database called the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG), which is maintained by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). You can ask the supplier for the ARTG number for the device you wish to purchase and search the ARTG for the entry. To access information on the ARTG visit www.tga.gov.au

When buying a medical device it is advisable to only choose a medical device that is recommended by a healthcare professional and has been included on the ARTG.

Licence & Insurance Requirements

In NSW, motorised wheelchairs that weigh less than 110 kg and cannot travel at more than 10 km/h do not have to be registered, provided they are being used by a person with mobility problems. A person driving a motorised wheelchair under these circumstances is defined as a pedestrian under the Australian Road Rules and is permitted to travel on a footpath or nature strip adjacent to the road.

Vehicles exempt from registration are covered by the nominal defendant scheme (administered by the State Insurance Regulatory Authority) if they are at fault in an accident in NSW on a road or road-related area and cause injury to another person. However, this cover is only valid in NSW.