Whether you are an experienced or first-time power chair user, your wheelchair batteries keep your complex wheelchair running, so you can keep on living your life! While you’ll receive a set of brand-new batteries when you get your new power chair, it’s normal to have to replace the batteries from time to time. When the time comes to replace your batteries, you might ask yourself: what kind of batteries does my wheelchair use? We’re here to explain the type of batteries your complex rehab power wheelchair needs and where you can purchase them!
Understanding Your Complex Wheelchair Batteries
Your Quantum complex rehab power wheelchair uses two long-lasting, 12-volt, deep-cycle batteries. These batteries are sealed and maintenance free. Since they are sealed, there is no need to check the electrolyte fluid level. Deep-cycle batteries are designed to handle a longer and deep discharge. Though they are similar in appearance to batteries you find in a vehicle, they are not interchangeable. Car batteries are not designed to handle a long, deep discharge, and are also unsafe for use in power wheelchairs.
Always use two batteries of the exact same type, chemistry and amp-hour capacity. We recommend deep-cycle batteries, such as AGM and Gel Cell. Click to learn more about best charging practices for your complex wheelchair.
What Kind of Batteries Does My Wheelchair Use?
Each Quantum complex wheelchair may use different size batteries, depending on the power base. We recommend the brand, MK Battery, because they are deep cycle and designed to handle a deep discharge. Here is a list of power bases and their battery requirements.
The 4Front® 2 Complex Wheelchair
- Group 24, AGM Cell MK Battery
- Group 34, Gel Cell MK Battery
The 4Front® 2 HD Power Wheelchair
- Group 24, AGM Cell MK Battery
The Stretto Power Wheelchair
- NF-22, Gel Cell, Interceptor 2 Battery
- Gel Cell, 40AH, Interceptor Battery
- NF-22, AGM, MK Flat Top Battery
The Edge® 3 Complex Wheelchair
- NF-22, Gel Cell, Interceptor 2 Battery
- NF-22, Gel Cell, MK Battery
- NF-22, AGM, MK Battery
The Q6 Edge® 2.0 Power Chair
- NF-22, Gel Cell, Interceptor 2 Battery
- NF-22, AGM, MK Battery
- NF-22, Gel Cell, MK Battery
The Q6 Edge® HD Complex Wheelchair
- Group 24, 70-amp Gel Cell, Interceptor 2 Battery
- Group 24, 70-amp Gel Cell, MK Battery
The Q6 Edge® Z Power Chair
- NF-22, Gel Cell, Interceptor 2 Battery
- Group 24, 70-amp Gel Cell, MK Battery
Where Can I Buy Wheelchair Batteries?
Now that you know the type of batteries you need, it’s time to contact your authorized Quantum dealer! They can order the batteries for you and install them. This ensures that the type and size of batteries you receive are correct for your power chair.
If you have moved or are traveling, it may not be possible to follow up with your original dealer. You can use our dealer locator to find qualified Quantum dealers and repair technicians near your location. Simply enter your zip code and go!
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