Huka orthros User manual
version 04/21
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MANUAL
Duo bike
Orthros
Orthros
MANUAL
Duo bike
Orthros
Orthros
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Would you like to cycle carefree? With your Orthros 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 Orthros. Please read this manual thoroughly
before using the Orthros and always follow the instructions given in the manual.
To make the best use of your tandem, I will sometimes give you a few advices so
that you can continue to cycle safely and have fun.
We are curious about your experiences and where you like to ride. 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,
Kevin Verduijn
Maker of the Orthros
Congratulations on your new Orthros
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Contents
General
Indication & application
Warranty
EU Declaration of conformity
First bike ride on Orthros
Safe on the road
Boarding and cycling
Brakes
Pedal assited bicycles
Battery indication
Moving and carrying the duobike
Product description
Bicycle frame
Drive unit
Wheels and tyres
Spokes
Chaincase and chain
Brakes
Crankshaft, crankset and pedals
Gears
Seat
Steering
Multi-adjustable handlebars
Lighting
Luggage basket
Electric pedal assistance
Pass Vario pedal assistance
Accessories
Securing components
Stuur
Wielen
Bandenspanning
Beste onderhoud Country
Specificaties
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Country 24
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Optimal use
Adjust seat depth
Turn the seat
Adjust steering angle
Adjust steering height
Adjust steering stem angle
Wheels
Tyre pressure
Best maintenance Orthros
Cleaning
Tyre pressure & tread
Bonding
Spokes
Chain
Brakes
Lighting
Battery charging
Replacing components
Specifications
Others
Contact details Huka
Changes
Removal of product
Selling the duobike
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Indication & application
The Orthros is specially designed for people who need extra support in order to enjoy
stable and safe cycling. This may be because you would like to experience more
stability or, for example, because of a neuromuscular disorder that can affect your
coordination or natural movement possibilities. The duo bike is also used for people
who want to cycle together! The Orthros is designed to be used on normal public
roads and cycle paths.
•The Orthros complies with all laws and regulations applicable to the use of
public roads. The use of the Orthros as a racing or cross bike falls outside
the intended area and responsibility of Huka.
•It is your responsibility to act according to the specific safety requirements
of the country you are cycling in. This also applies to possible insurances
according to the relevant legislation including a correct outfitting of yourself
and your duobike that the country in question requires.
•The driver must be independently mobile and may not have any physical or
mental challenges that make safe participation in traffic impossible, such as
an (audio) visual impairment.
Warranty
Huka offers a standard 5-year guarantee on the frame and front fork of your
Orthros. You also have a 2-year guarantee on the battery and other parts. All
warranties are handled by your Huka dealer.
•The guarantee does not apply to damage or defects to the Orthros that
have been caused by wrong or injudicious use. The assessment of this lies
with Huka B.V. or a representative to be appointed by Huka B.V.
•The guarantee does not apply to parts subject to wear and tear, such as the
chain, brakes and tyres.
•Under no circumstances shall Huka be liable for any special or
consequential damages due to the negligence of the user of the Orthros.
Even if Huka has been informed about such damages.
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•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. This is the case when maintenance work,
technical changes, or additions to the bicycle have been carried out with non-
original Huka parts without Huka's permission. It also means that the CE-
marking has expired. The lack of a CE-declaration can lead to problems with
the insurance of the bicycle and with possible damage or liability.
Location identification sticker
Sleeve number
Frame number
ADVICE FROM KEVIN Please write down the frame and key number of
your Orthros. The number is important for guarantees, repairs or in case
your bike is stolen to report to your insurance company. You can find the
number on the frame tube under the right seat.
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Example identification sticker
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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 device:
Registered trade name:
Product type:
Risk class:
SRN:
Orthros
Duobike
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 with the CE mark which can be identified from 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
Datum: 15 april 2021
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First bike ride on Orthros
The time has come. Your first experience on your own Orthros! Whatever bike ride
you do, your safety comes first! If it is your first time cycling on a Huka companion
cycle, you may have to get used to it. The most important tip we can give you is
that you should relax as much as possible while cycling. To make sure everything
goes as smoothly as possible, we give you a number of instructions.
Safe on the road
Apart from your dexterity on the Orthros, which will improve as you use it, it is
important that the duobike is in optimum condition when you go out on the
road. We recommend that you take the following aspects into account:
•Before each use, check the condition and operation of the brakes, tires, rims
and steering system.
•Keep in mind that the braking characteristics change and the braking distance
may increase when the road surface is slippery.
•Make sure that possible luggage is securely fastened and cannot shift.
•Ride on flat and firm surfaces and avoid deep potholes, high thresholds and
puddles of water and slopes with more than an 8% incline.
•Ride at appropriate speeds on wet or slippery surfaces, slopes or chasms. Do
not bump into curbs.
•Always lock the duobike when parking it. Use the parking brake to prevent
possible runaway.
•The Orthros is largely made of steel which is considered non-flammable. The
other materials used such as plastic, rubber and parts like these are not
fireproof.
•When pulling away on a steep slope, lean forward if necessary to prevent the
front wheel from lifting or skidding. When reversing on a slope, brake
carefully until you come to a stop.
ADVICE FROM KEVIN Make sure that the handlebars and seats are
properly adjusted before you start cycling. This way, you can assume the
correct position on the bike.
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