The award-wining eFOLDi Explorer MK1.5 is the lightest and most compact folding powered scooter of its type in the World. Called 'Folding Magic' by Sir Richard Branson, it transforms from a powered scooter to a chair to a wheeled suitcase in seconds, travels at up to 8mph, is road legal and has a range of 14 miles. Designed in the UK and made from the very highest quality materials, the eFOLDi Explorer will let you rediscover freedom - it is simply brilliant! eFOLDi Explorer is a unique, high quality collapsible electric scooter, which combines the durability and range of a mobile vehicle with an innovative light-weight design of an urban transporter. It is engineered with one mission, to help everyone enjoy their travelling!
Equipped with the Lightweight Pro Li-ion battery, SuperPower brushless motor and AutoForged 6061 aluminium components, the ingeniously designed eFoldi Explorer weighs only 17kg, and can be neatly folded to a wheeled suitcase shape to be packed into a car boot or taken onto public transport, on cruises, aeroplanes and beyond. It can easily be stored indoors due to its incredibly small size when folded. With the complete peace of mind that you are buying a British product from a UK company with full after-sales support and servicing, you can be confident of many years enjoyment from your eFOLDi. The eFoldi has a key switch to turn it on and off, as well as a key to secure the battery pack.
If you are physically challenged and drive eFoldi Explorer as a mobility vehicle, you are allowed to bring the FarReach battery (24V, 12Ah) on board aircrafts. Please do however always check with the airline you are flying with, as different airlines do have their own handling procedures.
We offer free, no obligation home demonstrations of the eFOLDi range throughout the UK and Ireland and you can arrange this by calling us today on 028 92 67 70 77
Your eFOLDi weighs 17 Kg.
Up to 4mph in slow speed gear switch and 8mph in fast speed gear switch. This depends on many factors, including conditions of terrain, slope angle, load weight and weather conditions. The throttle is sensitive to how much you twist it, so if you don't want to go at full speed you don't have to twist it all the way.
What is the maximum user weight?
120kg / 19 stone
This does depend upon the intended terrain and the weight of the load, but we recommend 30 PSI on each of the 3 tyres for a comfortable ride in most conditions.
12" for the front and 10" for the rear.
Pinch and release the brake cable just above the front wheel. Unclip the electric cable and then use a spanner to undo the wheel nuts. Then the front wheel will drop out from the forks for you to be able to replace either the tyre or the inner tube. This is best done with a set of tyre levers. Once you have replaced the tyre or inner tube, repeat the same process in reverse.
The brake is a standard cable rim brake, just like on a bicycle. Over time and usage, the cable will stretch and the brake blocks will wear. Once you notice any performance loss, it is recommended that you book you eFOLDi in for a service.
To engage the brake lock, pull on the brake lever and then push the lock into place. Never fold your eFOLDi with the brake lock on, as this will cause damage to the mechanism.
Up to 5 hours. It is recommended to charge when the voltage display reads less than 24. When it is fully charged it will read 29.2
The flat keys are the ignition keys, which insert into the eFOLDi next to the throttle. The round- ed keys are the battery keys and release and lock the battery into it's compartment at the rear of the scooter.
Yes, it is up to you if you would prefer to charge the battery either in, or out of the eFOLDi.
Spray the seat bolts and springs with a PTFE spray, which will stop any speaking.
Yes. You can drive your eFOLDi up to the cabin doors, where you will be asked to take out the battery and keep it with you for the duration of the flight. The main scooter will be taken to a secure part of the hold by the cabin crew and returned to you when you land.
Yes, your eFOLDi MK1.5 is a class 3 mobility scooter and should be registered with the DVLA. Please find our helpful guide and pre-filled form included with the Manual and Welcome Pack. Read our Guidance and post it off to register.
We offer free courier delivery service on all orders over £200.00 ex VAT in the UK and Ireland (excluding Islands and Scottish Highlands.*) Deliveries to the Highlands and Islands are available but will require a separate quotation supplied by John Preston Healthcare Group. These items will be delivered direct to you via a courier or groupage service. Larger items of equipment may be delivered on a pallet, you will then need to remove the item from its packaging and carry out any assembly of the item. We, of course can always be contacted for assistance on the phone to help you with this. Please note this is a normally a roadside delivery service. Larger items will be delivered in a box on a pallet and the driver only delivers to the roadside, therefore you will need to be able to unpack the box or move it to your home. And you may require two people depending on the item you have bought. Orders under £200.00 are subject to a local area delivery charge as follows:
Please note this is a Roadside delivery service. The Item will be delivered in a box on a pallet and the driver only delivers to the roadside, therefore you will need to be able to unpack the box or move it to your home. And you may require 2 people depending on the item you have bought.
This enhanced delivery option is fulfilled by our logistics partners Healthcare Distribution Direct, specialists in the white glove delivery and installation of healthcare equipment. Please note that this option will take longer than the standard delivery service due to availability of engineers in your area. Approximate expected delivery time for enhanced delivery will be around two weeks from the date of order but can be longer on occasion. It may also be delivered quicker if circumstances allow. Should you proceed with this option, one of our team will contact you to advise delivery date. Enhanced Delivery & Installation includes:
This is ideal for those customers who require assistance with unpacking and assembling an item and for whom the standard kerbside delivery is not an option. We recommend this option for customers purchasing Mobility scooters particularly larger ones, Electric wheelchairs, electric profiling beds, electric riser recliner chairs, hoists and bath lifts. This service is available throughout the UK and Ireland excluding the Scottish Highlands and all Islands. The enhanced delivery option is not eligible for refund once the service has been fulfilled. If you have any questions about this service just call our helpful team on 028 92 67 70 77 and we will be delighted to help answer any questions that you have.
Enhanced delivery and installation services. Cick the relevant links below for pricing or to add to basket
Some of our products will require installation by a qualified person such as a plumber, electrician or engineer. This includes the installation of Stairlifts, overhead track hoists, Biobidet toilet washers, level access shower trays and our range of bath tubs. Please contact us if you require this service as this is not included in any of the above options.
We offer a nationwide service in the UK and the Republic Of Ireland. Customers requiring delivery to areas outside these zones will be contacted as an alternative carriage charge will apply. We will always do our best to minimize such costs. We aim to deliver within 7 working days items that we hold in stock. After placing your order, you will receive an e-mail advising the delivery date. Some specialised and large items such as certain powered chairs and riser recliner chairs can take up to 14 working days to deliver. If any item is out of stock at the time of ordering we will telephone and email you. You will have the option to wait, choose another product or to cancel your order. You should inspect goods immediately on arrival and note any damage on the carrier’s delivery note before signing the delivery note and handing it to the driver. We also ask you to inform us of any damage within 24 hours of receipt of goods. If it is not possible for you to inspect the goods before signing the carrier’s delivery note please mark the delivery note clearly with the word “unexamined”. Please then inspect the goods within 24 hours of receiving them and inform us about any damage within 24 hours.
B2B customers must take responsibility for ordering the correct items for their needs as we do not offer returns or refunds on any B2B transactions which are exempt from the Consumer Contracts Regulations.
We hope that the product you receive meets your requirements completely but in the unlikely event of wanting to return an item, the following information applies. John Preston Healthcare offer a 14 Days (Calendar Days) cooling off period in which customers can inspect the goods and determine suitability. Your statutory rights are not affected. To exercise this right you must download the Returns Request Form that can be downloaded here or at the bottom of this page. Please follow the instructions detailed within this form. The goods must be returned at your cost within 14 days of the date of your notification to us that you wish to return the goods. In all instances a completed returns form must accompany the goods and include your Authorised Returns Number that we will provide you with. Where goods are manufactured to order, made to measure or bespoke for example bespoke riser recliner chairs, bespoke power chairs, made to measure wheelchairs, special needs buggies, these items cannot be returned. For obvious hygiene reasons, we regret we cannot accept the return of underwear, bath safety products, toilet seats, commodes, bathing slings, single patient use medical devices such as Repose pressure area care devices and single patient use slide sheets, and such similar items. We also do not accept returns of any made to order, bespoke products. Your statutory rights are not affected. Please contact us if you require any further information about returns.
All products must be returned complete, unused, in an undamaged state and in their original packaging where possible. If products are not returned in their original condition on return, John Preston Healthcare reserves the right to charge for repair or replacement of any product(s). This charge may include the cost of parts, materials, labour and any subsequent loss to John Preston & Co (Belfast). Please note that where an enhanced delivery service has been used, delivery charges will not be refunded once delivery has been made. You must return the item in undamaged and unused condition in the original packaging and ensure the item is packed securely in order to avoid damage during transit. We will inspect the item promptly after its return to us and if the item is undamaged, you will receive a refund within 30 days. Should there be any damage to the item caused by you or due to unsatisfactory packaging used by you, we reserve the right to charge for any replacement parts necessary to ensure goods are returned to as new condition. The cost of returning any unwanted but otherwise satisfactory items is entirely at your own expense. Your statutory rights are not affected.
If you change your mind before your order have been dispatched, you can request a cancellation by calling 028 92 67 70 77 or by emailing weborders@johnpreston.ie. If the order has already been despatched & you are too late to request a cancellation, you may still request a return in accordance with the above returns procedure. Any item that is made to order or bespoke in any way cannot be cancelled once your order has been placed.
In addition to your statutory rights, all products sold by us have a manufacturer’s warranty of a minimum of 12 months which covers the cost of replacement parts in the event of manufacturing or material faults. The cost of any labour is not included in any warranty and for customers requiring at home warranty service including labour provision should opt in for our Gold Service. Where a part requires either replacement or repair the item (or part) is to be shipped back to source at the customers expense unless Gold service has been paid for at time of purchase. Warranties on scooters and wheelchairs do not cover serviceable or consumable items such as batteries, bulbs, worn or punctured tyres. Such items will be charged for separately. Please contact us for further details. For certain products we can provide an annual service at an additional cost. Please contact us for further details if your purchase requires servicing or repair or you wish to arrange an annual service contract. Should you encounter a problem with your purchase within the warranty period please contact us. We will require your purchase to be returned to us for inspection and any necessary repair.
All goods are purchased from us at the request of the purchaser. We cannot and do not offer medical or clinical advice. We offer guidance only about the functionality and the suitability of products based on the information you give us. We want to provide you with the most suitable product for your needs. We believe that selecting the correct product is of great importance. If you remain in any doubt as to the suitability of a product for your needs, we suggest that you seek the advice of a qualified Occupational Therapist or Health Professional before confirming your purchase. All images shown on the site are for demonstration purposes only and may not necessarily show the actual product that you will receive. Please read the product description thoroughly as this will give the correct product details.
Your rights as a consumer are protected by the Consumer Rights Act (2015). We are proud to be a member of the BHTA and have signed up to their code of practice along with happily participating in their complaints and mediation process if required. Our Complaints Procedure is detailed below and should this process not satisfy you then you can contact the BHTA -click here for their website – and request mediation. We will only sell goods that are of a satisfactory quality. Goods must be of a standard that a reasonable person would regard as satisfactory. Quality is a general term, which covers a number of matters including:
In assessing quality, all relevant circumstances will be considered, including price, description, and advertising that we commission.
Any goods will also be fit for a particular purpose. When a consumer indicates that goods are required for a particular purpose, or where it is obvious that goods are intended for a particular purpose and a trader supplies them to meet that requirement, the goods should be fit for that specified purpose, match the description, sample or model. When a consumer relies on a description, sample or display model the goods supplied must conform to it. If the goods do not conform, an offence may have been committed. All goods must be installed correctly, where installation has been agreed as part of the contract
What Are Your Consumer Rights? The Consumer Rights Act 2015 says goods must be as described, fit for purpose and of satisfactory quality. During the expected lifespan of your product you’re entitled to the following:
You do not have a legal right to a refund or replacement just because you change your mind. BUT… please ask us about our returns policy as we may be able to help in-store. This is a summary of some of your key rights. For detailed information from Citizens Advice please visit citizensadvice.org.uk or call 03454 04 05 06
The Consumer Rights Act 2015 says:
This is a summary of some of your key rights. For detailed information from Citizens Advice please visit citizensadvice.org.uk or call 03454 04 05 06
The Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013 say:
The Consumer Rights Act 2015 says goods must be as described, fit for purpose and of satisfactory quality. During the expected lifespan of your product you’re entitled to the following:
This is a summary of some of your key rights. For detailed information from Citizens Advice please visit citizensadvice.org.uk or call 03454 04 05 06
The Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013 say:
The Consumer Rights Act 2015 says:
This is a summary of some of your key rights. For detailed information from Citizens Advice please visit citizensadvice.org.uk or call 03454 04 05 06
The Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013 say:
This is a summary of some of your key rights. For detailed information from Citizens Advice please visit citizensadvice.org.uk or call 03454 04 05 06
First Senior are experts in helping you protect the equipment that gives you a better quality of life. They provide high quality, specialist insurance policies at affordable prices for mobility and disability equipment. We are an Appointed Representative of First Senior Insurance. We can discuss the benefits of the insurance further if you have any questions but the key benefits are listed below.
Call us on 028 9267 7077 or visit our showroom for more information or Click here to purchase directly from First Seniors Website
John Preston & Co (Belfast) Ltd, Firm Reference Number 506660, is an Appointed Representative of First Senior Insurance and First Senior Finance. First Senior Insurance is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Firm Reference Number 308478. First Senior Insurance Services Ltd is registered in England and Wales. Company Registration Number 3504591. Registered Office: Unit 2 Cotswold Business Park, Millfield Lane, Caddington Bedfordshire, LU1 4AR.
Most of the equipment listed on our website comes with a 12 month manufacturer's warranty against manufacturing faults. Please refer to individual listings for specific manufacturer warranty information or call us on 028 92 67 70 77 if required. Should a fault develop within the manufacturer warranty period which is found to be as a result of a manufacturing defect, the manufacturer will supply replacement parts free of charge. Some manufacturers offer longer warranty terms and some offer less terms on specific consumables such as batteries. Wear and tear items and consumables are not covered by the manufacturers warranty. The manufacturer usually includes their warranty terms in their user manual. If in doubt please ask.
As standard, parts will be supplied under warranty free of charge but labour charges will apply if you are unable to replace the part yourself. Labour and call out charge information can be provided by phone on 028 92 67 70 77. We strongly advise all customers to retain the product packagaing so that it can be used if the product needs to be sent for repair at one of our Service Centres. Customers should also note that all efforts will be made to resolve any issues in a swift and efficient manner but we do not provide an emergency on-call service.
If you are considering buying an electric wheelchair, mobility scooter, electric rise and recline chair, bath lift, hoist or electric profiling beds then you may wish to consider taking out our optional 12 Months Enhanced Warranty Support. As manufacturers’ warranties do not in general include callouts and labour, we highly recommend our “12 Months Enhanced Warranty Support " which covers the cost of call outs and labour to diagnose faults and fit warranty parts for up to 3 call outs in year one. Should your product develop a fault we will always try to diagnose the problem by telephone to provide the quickest solution. If you opt in to the enhanced warranty support we will appoint a competent person to call out and fit parts under warranty and there would be no charge incurred for the call out and labour.
If you don’t opt in to this service, we can either dispatch the parts via courier for you to appoint your own fitter or we would offer to arrange a chargeable call out for an engineer to visit. This enhanced warranty option doesn’t cover the cost of call outs and labour to repair or fit parts not covered under warranty due to damage or customer misuse. In the event of non warranty parts requirements labour and call outs are chargeable at the standard rate.
Our vast range of products includes many popular and common solutions along with many specialised and sophisticated bespoke products. We know that peace of mind is important for any user or customer so we try and provide all product warranty information. If you require specific warranty information on any product in our range just call us on 028 92 67 70 77 or make an enquiry on the product page itself online.