Huka Tandem Copilot 3 User manual

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MANUAL
Tandem
Tandem
Copilot 3
Copilot 3
version 04/21

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standard WARRANTLY
to 10 YEARS
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Would you like to cycle carefree? With your Copilot 3, we want to make your world
easier. You would probably rather go cycling than read the manual. That is why we
have put together a manual that contains the most important and necessary
information about the safe use of the Copilot 3. Please read this manual thoroughly
before using the Copilot 3 and always follow the instructions given in the manual.
To make the best use of the tandem, I will sometimes give you a few advices so
that you can continue to cycle safely and have fun.
We would like to hear about your experiences and where you like to cycle. Would
you like to share it with us on Facebook? We love to hear from you!
We wish you lots of cycling fun!
Kind Regards,
Milan Leussink
Maker of the Copilot 3
Congratulations on your new Copilot 3
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General
Indication & application
Warranty
EU Declaratian of conformity
First bike ride on the Copilot 3
Safe on the road
Boarding & cycling
Brakes
Cycling with pedal assistance
Battery indication
Moving and carrying the tandem
Product description
Bicycle frame
Drive unit
Wheels and tyres
Spokes
Chaincase & chain
Brakes
Crankshaft, crankset and pedals
Gears
Saddles
Handlebars
Mudguards
Lighting
Carrier
Electric Pedal Support
Pass Vario pedal assist Accessories
Securing compontents
Stuur
Wielen
Bandenspanning
Beste onderhoud Country
Specificaties
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Optimal use
Adjusting the saddle height
Adjusting the saddle dept
Adjusting the saddle angle
Adjusting the handlebar height
Adjusting the handlebar angle (main driver)
Adjusting switch stem
Wheels
Typre pressure
Best maintenance Copilot 3
Cleaning
Tyre pressure & tread
Bonding
Spokes
Brakes
Chain
Lighting
Charging the battery
Replacing components
Specifications
Copilot 3/24
Copilot 3/26
Other
Contact details Huka
Changes
Removal of product
Selling the Copilot 3
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•The Copilot 3 complies with all laws and regulations that apply to its use on
public roads. Using the Copilot 3 as a racing or cross bike is beyond normal use
and responsibility of Huka.
•It is your responsibility to act according to the specific safety requirements that
apply in the country you are cycling in. This also applies to possible insurances
according to the relevant legislation including a correct equipment of yourself
and your tandem that the country in question requires.
•The main driver must be independently mobile and must not have any physical
or mental challenges that prevent safe participation in traffic, such as an
(audio) visual impairment.
Warranty
Huka applies a standard 5 year guarantee to the frame and the fork of your
Copilot 3. Besides that you have a 2 year guarantee on the battery and other
parts. All warranties will be executed by your Huka dealer.
•The warranty does not apply to damage or defects to the Copilot 3 that have
been caused by wrong or injudicious use. The assessment of this lies with
Huka B.V. or one of its representatives.
•The warranty does not apply to parts that are subject to wear and tear, such
as the chain, brakes, and tyres.
•Under no circumstance can Huka be held liable for any special or
consequential damages resulting from negligence of the user of the
Copilot Even if Huka was informed about such damages.
General
Indication & application
Your Copilot 3 is specially designed for people who need extra support to be able to
cycle stably and safely. This may be because you like to experience more stability
or because you have a neuromuscular condition, for example, which may affect
your coordination or natural movement possibilities. The Copilot 3 is designed to be
used on normal public roads and cycle paths.

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ADVICE FROM MILAN Please write down the frame and key number of
your Copilot 3 below. The number is important for guarantees, repairs or in
case your tandem is stolen to report to your insurance company. The
number can be found just above the bottom bracket on the back of the seat
post on the frame tube.
Location identification sticker Example identification sticker
Key number
Frame number
•Applicable law may not allow the limitation or exclusion of liability or
damages. Therefore, the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
•The warranty and product liability in general may expire if instructions in this
manual have not been followed, if maintenance activities, technical alterations
or additions to the bicycle have been carried out with non-original Huka parts
without Huka's permission. Also, the CE-marking will become void. The
absence of a CE-declaration can lead to problems with the insurance of the
bicycle and with possible damage or liability.
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EU Declaration of Conformity
Supplied under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer:
Huka B.V.
Munsterstraat 13, 7575 ED Oldenzaal, Netherlands
Hereby declares that the following tool:
Registered trade name:
Product type:
Risk class:
SRN:
Copilot 3
Therapeutic tandem
Class 1
NL-MF-000003494
to which this declaration relates, is in conformity with the following Regulations:
Regulations (EU) 2017/745 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 5 April
2017 (MDR).
And equipped with the CE mark that can be identified by the:
labels on the tricycle's main frame and illustrated in the Warranty section of this
manual.
Signed on behalf of Huka,
R. Lotgerink, Managing
Director
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First bike ride on the Copilot 3
The time has come. Your first experience on your own Copilot 3! Whatever bike ride
you do, your safety comes first! If it is your first time cycling on a Huka tandem,
you might have to get used to it. The most important tip we can give you is that
you have to relax as much as possible while cycling. To make sure everything goes
as smooth as possible, we give you some instructions.
Safe on the road
Besides your skill on the Copilot 3, which will improve as you use it, it is important
that your tandem is in optimal condition when you hit the road. We recommend
that you take the following aspects into account:
•Before each use, check the condition and operation of the brakes, tyres,
lights, rims and steering system.
•The Copilot 3 must not be driven alone from the front position. From the
rear seat, the vehicle can be driven by one person, if the hand brakes are
fitted to the rear wheel.
•The main driver must be at least 16 years old and must be able to see over
the front driver.
•Please note that the braking characteristics change and that the braking
distance can increase with, for example, a slippery road surface and/or
greater user weight.
•Make sure that any luggage is well secured and cannot move around.
•Ride on flat and firm surfaces and avoid deep potholes, high thresholds,
puddles of water and slopes with a gradient of more than 8%.
•Ride at an appropriate speed on wet or slippery surfaces, slopes or
precipices. Avoid bumping into kerbs.
ADVICE FROM MILAN Make sure that the handlebars and the saddle for
the main driver and the co-driver are well adjusted before you start
cycling so that the right position is adopted on the bike. On your first bike
ride, make sure the front handlebars are fixed.

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Boarding and cycling
Always use the parking brake when mounting or dismounting and make sure
the Copilot 3 is on the stand so the tandem stays still. This way you can get on
and off the bike more safely. Put it in first gear (if applicable), so that you can
pedal more lightly.
•When you get on, lift your foot to the other side so that your feet are on
either side of the tandem. Then put your strongest leg on the lowest pedal
and sit down on the saddle.
•As soon as you sit down and want to ride, take the tandem off the parking
brake.
•Stay upright at all times and keep your feet on the pedals. Also when you
brake or stand still.
•Always lock your tandem when parking it. Use the parking brake to
prevent it from moving.
•Wear reflective clothing to increase your visibility on the road.
•Wear an appropriate bicycle helmet.
•The Copilot 3 is largely made of steel that is considered non-flammable.
The other materials used, such as plastic, rubber, etc., are not fireproof.
•Before setting off, check that the lights are working and replace the
batteries in good time.
ADVICE FROM MILAN When cycling, steer with your arms and not with
your body. Cycling into corners takes some getting used to. In order to
maintain stability, lean your body slightly towards the inside of the bend.
Be careful when making short turns. Adjust your speed. Avoid sudden and
violent steering movements. In this way, you can avoid accidents and
damage.
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Brakes
Depending on the chosen braking system, we give some instructions on the
different braking possibilities.
•Back pedal brake: By stopping pedalling forwards and then pedalling
backwards, the back pedal brake is activated. This operates via the layshaft on
both rear wheels.
•Handlebar brakes: braking is done by squeezing both brake levers on the
handlebars. The left hand brake operates the rear wheel brake.
•The right hand brake operates the brakes on both front wheels. When
cornering, it is best to use the left hand brake. Practise braking on a large
enclosed area before you hit the road. You will then become familiar with the
system.
Be careful with the front brake when cornering. Using only the front brake
in a corner can cause instability of the bike. This can lead to personal injury
and/or property damage.
Always use the parking brake when getting on or off the bike. This prevents
the bicycle from rolling away. This reduces the risk of falling.
ADVICE FROM MILAN When changing gears, make sure you stop
pedalling and select the desired gear. Do not continue pedalling when
changing gears. This can damage the gear-shifting mechanism. Damage
to the gear hub as a result of abuse is not covered by the warranty.
Cycling with pedal assistence
If your Copilot 3 is equipped with pedal assistance, the electric motor is
activated as soon as you start pedalling. Pedalling then becomes lighter. When
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A detailed explanation of the pedal assistance can be found in the Heinzmann or
Bafang manual supplied.
•The support can be set at different levels using the arrow keys on the
handlebar.
•To activate the pedal assistance, press the on/off switch for 3 seconds.
•To switch off the pedal assistance, press and hold the on/off switch for
3 seconds.
The Copilot 3 can be equipped with pedal assistance from various
manufacturers. Below is a brief description of the basic functions per
manufacturer.
Heinzmann
•The support can be set at different levels using the arrow keys on the
handlebar.
•To activate the pedal assistance, press the on/off switch for 3 seconds.
•To switch off the pedal assistance, press and hold 'Mode' for 3 seconds.
Bafang
Heinzmann control buttons
With pedal assistance and start help
The start help is intended to facilitate starting up from a
standstill. This function can therefore only be activated
with a stationary Copilot 3. If you are using a Heinzmann
system, you can switch on the start hep by pressing the
up arrow button. The motor will then drive up to 6 km/h
without you having to cycle. When you release the
arrow button, the propel will stop immediately.
Bafang control buttons
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Exposure to bright sunlight can make various materials very hot.
The product contains moving parts. These include the steering wheel,
wheels, etc. Be alert to the danger of crushing.
Vigilance is recommended when using electrical equipment when the
electric drive is on. Think of a mobile phone.
With a Bafang system this works differently. You activate the start help by
pressing the - button until the bicycle symbol appears. Then keep the - button
pressed while the bicycle symbol is shown. The start help will now be activated.
As soon as you release the button, the drive aide will stop immediately with
driving.
Battery indication
If your Copilot 3 is equipped with pedal assistance, the display will show how full
the battery is. Check whether the battery is full when you travel (longer)
distances. The block symbol will get shorter as the battery gets empty. When the
block symbol is completely black, the battery is full.
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Moving and carrying the tandem
To move or carry the tandem, you can grab the tandem at the back by the carrier
and at the front by the head tube. We recommend that you lift the tandem with at
least two people. Also hold the handlebars while lifting to prevent the front wheel
and handlebars from turning and possibly causing injury.
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Product description
Your Copilot 3 consists of several parts. The most important parts are described in
this chapter.
Bicycle frame
The frame of the Copilot 3 consists of a tubular metal construction complemented
by aluminium and stainless steel components. Most of the metal parts are
phosphated and then provided with an impact-resistant powder coating. This
construction and finish guarantee years of cycling pleasure.
Drive unit
The tandem is standard equipped with a parallel running chain, which requires the
co-driver to pedal. It is also possible to choose another drive system, namely:
•Front freewheel: The co-driver decides whether he wants to pedal along or
not.
•Rear freewheel, switchable: The main driver has a lever on the handlebar
with which he can determine whether the co-driver will join the pedal or not.
It is important that there is no pressure to change pedalling or not.
•Pass Vario pedal assistance: the main driver is required to pedal along. The
motor supports while cycling and can be set to different levels.
Wheels and tyres
The wheels are equipped with quality hubs, stainless steel spokes and an
aluminium rim. A-quality tyres are mounted on these rims. These provide good
grip, low rolling resistance and less wear.
ADVICE FROM MILAN Regularly check tyre pressure and tyre wear to
ensure safe cycling. Tyre pressure and tyre wear has a major influence on
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Spokes
Proper tension of the spokes ensures a stable tandem. Because of the functioning
of the new spokes, the wheels of your Copilot 3 need to be checked after 200
kilometres or 2 months. Your Huka dealer can take care of that. Should a spoke
break or come loose, consult your Huka dealer as well.
Chain case & chain
The chain guard is specially designed for the Copilot 3 and made of impact-
resistant plastic. The chain guard protects the chain from dirt and water and also
ensures that the chain cannot dirty your legs or clothing. With a good chain
tension, your Copilot 3 will pedal smooth and you will not hear the chain. If you
notice that your chain is too slack, have it adjusted by your Huka dealer.
Brakes
The tandem is equipped with a hydraulic rim brakes at the front and a back-pedal
brake at the rear. The electric version of the Copilot 3 is equipped with a rim brake
instead of a back-pedal brake. The left brake lever operates the rear brake and
the right brake lever operates the front brake. Optionally the tandem can be
delivered with a freewheel hub instead of a back-pedal brake. Your Huka also has
a parking brake that you use when getting on and off the bike.
TIP
ADVICE FROM MILAN In time, brakes can wear out and are very important
for safety while cycling. That is why you should have your brakes checked
regularly and, if necessary, adjusted or replaced. Your Huka dealer can help
you with this.
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Crankshaft, crankset and pedals
•The bottom bracket bearings that Huka uses are completely maintenance-
free and cannot be adjusted. If the bearing does get loose, go to your Huka
dealer immediately. If there is play between the crank and the bottom
bracket, take off the dust cap and tighten the underlying bolt with a socket
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•Most pedals are maintenance-free. Is there too much play? Then consult your
Huka dealer. When assembling the pedals yourself, pay attention to the
indications L (left) and R (right) on the pedal axles. You turn the left pedal
counter-clockwise. You tighten the right pedal clockwise. To do this, use a
socket spanner or a special (narrow) pedal spanner.
•Various (modified) pedals are available as an option.
Gears
If your Copilot 3 has a standard gear hub it is an 8-speed hub by Shimano type
Nexus. If your Copilot is equipped with electric pedal assistance, a derailleur type
gear is used. The tandem can also be delivered in combination with a back-pedal
brake. Upon delivery your Huka dealer has checked and adjusted the gears. The
explanation of the gear hub can be found in the Shimano manual.
Saddles
The saddles are adjustable in height, depth and angle. It is very important to adjust
the saddle correctly in order to cycle efficiently, comfortably and safely.
A different model of saddle is optional.
Adjusting the gear hub is very specialist work. This should only be done
by a Huka dealer.
When adjusting the height, make sure the seat post
sticks enough into the frame so that the safety
marking ''MIN'' is not visible.
Handlebars
The handlebars of the tandem can be made of steel or aluminium. This depends on
the model of bicycle or handlebar chosen. The handlebars can be adjusted in height
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Carrier
The carrier is made of steel. There are several possibilities to carry the luggage.
Ask your Huka dealer about this, so that the right materials can be used and the
whole thing can be assembled safely. For a Copilot 3 with electrical assistance, the
battery-pack is mounted under this carrier.
Remember to change the batteries in time to avoid dangerous situations
in traffic. Without batteries, the lights will not work. Make sure that old
batteries are disposed of properly.
If you use the luggage carrier, distribute the luggage as well as possible.
The maximum load for this is 25 kg.
When adjusting the height, make sure that the
handlebar stem retains enough of its position in
the frame so that the "MIN" safety marking is not visible.
The saddle and handlebars should always be tightened securely. Check
this regularly. A loose saddle and/or handlebar can create an unsafe
situation.
Mudguards
The mudguards are made of impact-resistant plastic and are fully coloured.
Splashing water is stopped, so that the clothing does not splash under.
Lighting
The Copilot 3 features battery powered LED lighting with low energy consumption
and long life. The batteries (type AA) are available at various stores.
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•Total maximum load Copilot 3/24: 80 kg co-driver + 100 kg user
+ 20 kg luggage = 200 kg.
•Total maximum load Copilot 3/26: 80 kg co-driver + 100 kg user
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Electric pedal assistance
The Copilot 3 can be fitted with electric pedal assistance. The tandem is equipped
with an electric motor in the rear wheel, a battery pack and an electronics box on
the carrier. A clear display with controls is also mounted on the handlebar.
Pass Vario pedal assistance
With the Pas Vario support, you pedal along and the pedalling is supported by the
electric motor in the rear wheel. The degree of support can be adjusted with the
control buttons on the handlebar and can be read on the display. The bicycle is
equipped with a 36V 11Ah Li-ion battery mounted under the carrier.
Always ensure that the lights and reflectors are clearly visible. The
luggage must also be properly secured. Luggage that is not properly
secured can be dangerous in participating traffic. Straps or belts should
be properly secured to prevent them from getting into the wheel.
Handlebar mounted
display
Handlebar mounted
controls
Engine in rear wheel Battery pack
Heinzmann
Bafang
Handlebar mounted
controls
Handlebar mounted
display
Battery pack