You have no items to compare. You have no items in your shopping cart. Sign up for our newsletter: Buying or Sellng a Used Mobility Scooter or Power Wheelchair? Top things to consider: 1 - Be sure you have tested the device with batteries that have a good charge. Never buy a scooter or wheelchair with dead batteries! 2 - Be sure to take the device on at least a 2 mile ride (bad motors may heat up and stop). 3 - Check to see if there is still an active warranty (device may have also have an extended warranty). 4 - How old are the batteries? Smaller 12 Volt 12 Amp batteries last a year to 2 years. Larger batteries can last up to 4 years. Manufacturer battery warranties are normally 6 months. More mobility scooter and electric wheelchair inspection information below ... WE DO NOT BUY OR SELL USED EQUIPMENT. How or where can I sell my power wheelchair or mobility scooter?Most people try to sell their pre-owned electric wheelchair or mobility scooter by listing it on sites like Craigs List, eBay or they donate it to a veterans group or hospital.
You may have already attempted to sell your used mobility device on eBay or Craigs List and have had no luck. That's because there have been large number of used devices on the market for years now, so many people just end up donating it. Online Help for: Troubleshooting / Repairs for Mobility Scooters and Power Wheelchairs ... Battery Issues: Checking and restoring batteries ... Mobility Scooter and Electric wheelchair Inspection Inspection times can be daily, weekly, monthly by the user and yearly for important components of the mobility scooter or electric wheelchair at a service shop. Inspect battery terminals every few months for signs of corrosion. Only remove corrosion only after the battery is disconnected. You can use mixture of baking soda and water (dry off when done) or a wire brush. You should also check the cables. Wheels should not be vibrating or wobbling while the device is moving at normal speeds. With the scooter or wheelchair in neutral, check the wheels by lifting the device and spin the wheels to make sure they have no drag and do not wobble.
Examine treads on a monthly basis. The should not be worn down to less than 1/32 inch. If so, look at replacing the tires. Check inflatable tires pressure weekly (normally 30-35 PSI, check owner’s manual). No need to check flat free tires. Check tire damage like objects in the tires, discoloration, punctures or cracks daily. Check all levers and cable to make sure they are all secure and adjusted. Check manual for any required lubricants for throttle and brake cables. Be sure nuts and bolts for the device are tight and secure. Check all the fuses on the device. Replace the fuses with the right amperage (check manual).Every day, many families struggle to find funding assistance to get the things they need to improve a loved one’s quality of life. It’s one of the reasons donating or selling your used or outgrown equipment is such a great idea. Not only are you ensuring that those items continue helping others long after you no longer need them, but it provides a more accessible and affordable avenue for families in need to acquire them.
If you’re thinking about donating or selling the used medical equipment in your home, here are some tips on how to do so in a way that benefits both you and the equipment’s next owner. It’s important to take the time to research any charitable organizations you’re thinking about donating to before doing so. This is especially true when what you’re giving is medical equipment. Here are some things to take into consideration before making your donation: Now that you know where it’s going, slap a little elbow grease on that old equipment and clean it up! Bath, shower and commode chairs should be especially clean before turning them in, but it’s just common courtesy to make sure any equipment look nice before you bring it to the facility. The cleaner it is and the better the shape it’s in allows your equipment to enter the donation system more quickly, and that could mean a family in need will receive it much faster. The feeling that you’ve done something good for another family in need is a great reward, of course.
A nice tax deduction, however, is also pretty nice. If the organization you’re working with accepts tax-deductible donations, don’t forget to get the receipt and put it with the rest of your tax documents so you’ll have it ready when April comes around. Also, if you have a particularly good experience with the charity you donate to, don’t forget tell others about them. Many smaller organizations run on extremely thin budgets and can’t afford much in the way of marketing. The more people who know about these charities, the faster they’ll grow. Of course, you don’t have to donate your outgrown or unneeded equipment. Many retail shops which specialize in medical equipment offer cash or store credit for your used items. These shops also have the ability to refurbish the broken or heavily-used equipment some charities won’t accept. Another benefit of these shops is that they work with people and families with special needs every day, so they’ll be able to match your wheelchair, stroller or other piece of adaptive equipment with the right customer.
Like charities, the things that a resale shop will accept varies from place to place, so check with them before hauling your equipment down to their store. The last thing you want to do is have to take it all the way back home when the shop says they don’t want it. Selling them privately through online marketplaces like eBay and Craig’s List is also an option. Keep in mind, though, that while you may get a few extra dollars going this route, it may not always be best for the person buying you’re equipment. Things like canes, walkers and beds are easy to sell and are often adjustable to fit the needs of their new user. Items such as wheelchairs, commode chairs and other adaptive seating, however, are usually chosen for a specific type of user based on a number of factors, including diagnosis, support needs and measurements. The buyer might be getting a great deal on your equipment, but the intended user may not. It might be too big, too small, unsupportive or otherwise able to comfortably fit their needs.