BT49QT-12 Tanco - Scooter Baotian - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL BT49QT-12 Tanco Baotian

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BT49QT-12 Tanco – User Manual, Service Schedule & History

Introduction

Welcome to your new BAOTIAN BT49QT-12 (Tanco), which has been developed by BAOTIAN MOTORCYCLE INDUSTRIAL CO. LTD. We hope you enjoy your new Baotian BT49QT-12 (Tanco).

This owner's handbook contains information necessary:

• to enable you to get to know your Baotian BT49QT-12 (Tanco), to use it to the best advantage and to benefit from all the latest developments which it incorporates.
- to ensure that it always give the best performance by following the simple, but strict, advice concern regular maintenance.
• to enable you to deal quickly with minor faults not requiring specialist attention.

It is well worth taking a few minutes to read this handbook to familiarise yourself with the information and guidelines it contains about the BT49QT-12 (Tanco) and its features. If certain points are still unclear, the technicians at your local Baotian dealer will be only too pleased to provide you with any additional information you require.

IMPORTANT

Please make sure that an initial inspection is conducted after the first 300 km and thereafter in accordance with service schedule.

This motorcycle has been designed and manufactured in full compliance with EU Safety Standard. The maximum speed is 45km/h. Do not change any parts without professional advice.

CONTENTS

Guidance....1

Position of parts ....3

Controlling parts....4

Fuel tank 6

Fuel and engine oil 6

Starting pedal....6

Pre-riding inspection....7

Engine starting 8

Running-in....9

Regular maintenance....10

Technical Parameters 15

Electrical Circuit Chart ....17

Guidance

Please keep safety in mind and observe the regulations of transportation while enjoying your ride. Pay attention to the following rules:

1. Pre-riding inspection

Please read the details in the relevant chapter your safety.

2. Helmet

Do wear a helmet at all times while riding the motorcycle.

3. Being familiar with motorcycle operation

It is of great importance to ensure your safety at all times, especially whilst becoming familiar with your motorcycle.

4. Speed limitation

Drive at appropriate speed for the road conditions, the weather and your driving skill.

IMPORTANT

It is dangerous to drive on wet roads. Do not make any abrupt turning while accelerating and keep a safe distance from other vehicles on the road.

5. Positions of the numbers

When your motorcycle needs to be inspected, repaired or undertake any service, these numbers will assist your Baotian Dealer when servicing your motorcycle. Please note down your numbers here:

☐ The frame number: ....

□ The engine number: ....

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TANCO 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 12 15 22 23

24 11 18 20 16 19 21 TANCO 10 14

1 Front signal light
2 Left front turning light
3 Head light
4 Rear brake lever
5 Rear-view mirrors
6 Left switches
7 Seat lock
8 Left rear turning light

9 Starting pedal
10 Muffler
11 Right rear turning light
12 Rear light
14 Main stand
15 Helmet hook
16 Throttle control lever
17 Meters

18 Light switches
19 Front brake lever
20 Ignition switch
21 Right front turning light
22 Brake assembly
23 Brake disc
24 Hand hold

1. Rear brake lever

Hold it tight and the rear brake works

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2. Switches on the left handle

C B A

A. Horn button

B. Turning signal switch

Left turning light

→ right turning light

C. Switch for high/low beam lights

3. Meters and indicating lights

A B B C D E F

A. Indicates the speed in Km/h and Mph

B. Indicates total distance the motorcycle has run

C. Left turning light indicator

D. High beam indicator

E. Right turning light indicator

F. Fuel gauge

4. Front brake lever

Press it tightly and the front brake works.

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5. Switches on the right

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A. Head light switch
B. Electric starting button
C. Off switch

When the ignition switch is at ON position, hold the brake and press the electric starting button and then the engine starts.

6. Ignition switch

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ON
---OFF
---LOCK

ON Engine can be started and all the lights can be operated. The key cannot be taken out.

OFF The whole circuit is cut. Engine and lights cannot be operated and the key can be taken out.

LOCK Turn the steering handle fully to the left, slightly press the key and turn it to the position lock. Then the key can be taken out.

□ Fuel tank

Usage of the fuel tank lock:

1. Turn the little cap on the fuel cap clockwise. Insert the key and turn the key clockwise and take out the fuel cap.
2. Align the lock tongue on fuel cap with the notch fuel tank, press the fuel cap and lock it.

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! Warning:

□ Fuel and engine oil

A. Petrol

Ensure unleaded petrol is used at all times.7

B. Engine oil tch on

Starting lever

Starting lever is for kick starting the engine.

starting pedal

Pre-riding inspection

Please check the following parts before you drive.

No.	Items Inspection content
1	Steering handle bar 1.Flexibility. 2. No gap or loose appearance
2	Brake system 1.Travel of the front brake and the rear brake. 2. No damage to the cable 2. Flexible function
3	Tyres 1. Correct pressure. 2. No splits in rubber
4	Fuel Sufficient fuel
5	Engine oil Sufficient engine oil
6	Lights Workable
7	Horn Workable
8	Gear oil	Sufficient oil
9	Throttle	1. Proper gap 2. Flexible function 3. Smooth throttle control function.
10	All the bolts and nuts Not loose.

□ Engine starting

1. Please check the volume of engine oil and fuel before starting. The main stand should be stood up while starting the engine.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.

PUSH IGNITION ON OFF LOCK

Engine Starting

Grip the brake lever and press the starter button and then the engine will start.

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Warning:

motion whilst starting

starting and 10 seconds is the minimum interval.

after the engine starts.

engine is running, or the starter motor will damaged.

brake lever applied firmly.

starting motor continually, or it may cause damage to the starter motor and the batte 3 minutes).

4. Kick Starting

Grip the brake lever, kick the kick start pedal downwards 2 or 3 times in rapid succession.

Warning:

pedal should be taken back to its original position. Otherwise, it will affect the driver's safety.

this can create Carbon Monoxide which can cause loss of life.

Running in

To maintain your motorcycle running in a good condition, please follow the below rules during the new running-in period.

Distance (km)	Speed limitation (km/h)-(mph)
0-300 25
300-1000 35
1000---≤45

1. Battery

• 12V/4Ah battery
• When the voltage is less than 11.5V, please use kicking start in stead of electric starting.
• Place the ignition switch to OFF position before battery replacement.
• Electrode identification: "+" -red line, "-" -black line.
• Replace the battery every 4 years.

2. Carburetor and idle speed adjustment

• Keep the engine warmed up for 2-3 minutes.
• Adjust the idling speed screw to set the engine at speed if 1900 ±100 rpm. The idling speed adjusting screw is following:.

idling speed adjusting screw

3. Air cleaner

tightening screws of air cleaner cover

A: Remove 6 tightening screws of air cleaner cover.

Remove air cleaner cover.

B: Take out the sponge core.

CLEANING:

and immerse the sponge core into the detergent.

by hand. Never twist the filter it in case it is broken.

oiled. If it has been damaged, please replace a new one.

NOTE: Do not clean it with any oil or water.

4. Spark plug

- Clean the carbon deposit on the spark plug with aReplace the engine oil with engine warmed up. piece of hard wire or steel needle.

- Adjust the gap to 0.6-0.7mm with a feeler gauge.

- Use A7RC when replacement is needed.

0.6~0.7mm

6. Engine oil

oil dipstick oil plug

5. Fuel

Always refill with unleaded petrol.

used oil.

attention to be tightened.

Try to refill before the needle reaches the red zone of the gauge.

7. Brake system

Normal free travel of the brake lever is about 2-5mm.

1. The front brake (disk brake)

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1. The rear brake (drum brake)

Turn the adjusting nut to get a proper travel. Normal free travel of the brake lever is about 10-20mm.

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Adjusting nut

FREE TRAVEL means the distance between the positions from free status to the beginning performance of the brake.

Pay attention to the sensitivity of the brake.

Disk brake

Grip the brake lever and check the wear and tear indicator. If the indicator nearly touched the brake disc, please ask your Baotian Dealer to change the brake pads.

Check the following items of brake system before driving the motorcycle:

Check if there are any leakages.

Check if there are any leakages or cracks on the hydraulic hose.

The brake lever should be kept with a certain free travel of 10 20mm.

Wear of the brake pads.

Brake fluid level

• It has been filled with the special brake fluid before the motorcycle leaves the factory. Fluid should only ever be replace or filled with DOT4 brake fluid. Never replace or mix other fluids, otherwise it will damage the brake system.
• If the brake fluid level is insufficient, it might be possible for air to enter into the brake system and result in brake failure

Warning:

damage to all painted material.

be washed immediately with clean cold water and medical advice sought.

8. Tyres

Insufficient tyre pressure increases wear to them and affects the riding stability. Please check the tyre pressure and tread depth when carrying out regular maintenance.

• Tyre pressure: front 250 KPa, rear 250 KPa.
• Tread depth: It is suggested to replace a tyre when the tread depth is less than 1.6mm.

Warning:

and 130/70-12 58J for rear tyres. Another type of tyre may cause instability

condition are extremely important to the performance and safety of the motorcycle.

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9. Starter motor

Check the fastening bolts and the contact brushes, and replace them if necessary.

10. Fuse

An inline fuse is located in the live wire from the battery. When a light or circuit fails suddenly, please check the fuse first.

11. Gear oil

• Please use the recommended gear oil: SAE 5W/90
  • Total capacity: 110ml
• Replacing capacity: 100ml

How to change gear oil

• Stand up the main stand.
  • Take off the oil plug for refill.
  • Take out the oil drain plug for draining, let out all the dirty gear oil.
  • Tighten the oil drain plug.
• Refill with fresh gear oil and tighten the oil refill plug.

After refilling, please make sure you have locked the oil plugs and bolts.

oil plug oil plug

Technical Parameters

Size Length 1850mm	Width 680mmHeight 1150mmWheel base 1300mm
Weight Unloaded weight 88kgMass weight 242kg
Capacity Max. Speed	45km/hSlope ≥6°
Circuit system Spark plug A7RCBattery 12V / 5.7AHFuse 10AHeadlightTurning lightsBrake lightIndicating lights		12V 35/35W12V 10W12V 21W / 5W12V 5W
Volume of the fuel tankVolume of the engine oil tank		4L1L

Technical Parameters

Engine Model 139QMA
		Type 4 strokeCylinder 1Bore and stroke 39 x 41.4mmCylinder volume 49mlCompression ratio 10.5:1Max. power 2.61 kW / 8000 (r/min)Max. torque 3.56 NM / 5500 (r/min)Carburetor PZ18JAir cleaner Sponge coreIgnition type CDIStarting mode Electric / kick startCooling mode Forced air-cooledLubrication Pressure spray
Suspension Front absorber		Variable-pitch spring & hydraulic dampingshock absorberVariable-pitch spring & hydraulic dampingshock absorber
Rear cushion
Brake system		Front disc brake, rear drum brake
Tyres		120/70-12 56J front tyre130/70-12 58J rear tyre

Front stoplight switch Br BrW B Y BiW P BrW Switch off G BWI Pu YR Starter switch INO G Pu Front right signal light G 12V 10W Fuel gauge B S/W B Y/W Meter light Br 12V 1.7W Right wrist Br 12V 3W Meter light Br 12V 1.7W Left wrist G 12V 3W Hight beam light BI 12V 3W Front position light G 12V 5W Head light W 12V 35/35W Front left signal light O 12V 10W B GY W Lb O BI RW Lg Cr G Cr G B S Lg Rear stoplight switch Light dimmer switch Horn button Turn light switch Ignition switch Ignition switch Electronic bunglary-resistiting device Switch off BW G RW B W R W G W G R W G W G R W G W G R W G W G R W G W G R W G W G R W G W G R W G W G R W G W G R W G W G R W G W G R W G W G R W G W G R W G W G R W G W G R W G W G R W G W G R W G W G R W G W G R W G W G R W G W Electronic circuit schematic R/W M G Fuel sensor Fuse 10A 12V 5.7Ah battery B-Black Br-Brown G-Green Gr-Gray Bl-Blue Lb-Light Blue Y-Yellow R-Red Lg-Light Green W-White C-Orange P-Pink Pu-Purple Lb 3 Rear right signal light 12V 10W G 3 Rear/Brake light 12V 215W Br 3 GY 3 O 3 G Rear left signal light 12V 10W Rear right signal light Lb 3 G 3 Rear/Brake light 12V 215W G 3 Gy 3 O 3 G Rear left signal light 12V 10W Rear brake light C D I Ignition coil Spark plug Trigger Trigger Trigger Trigger Assy Speed limited cable Magneto

Baotian Warranty

In the event of a sudden mechanical or electrical failure please contact your supplying dealer.

Your 24-month warranty covers your scooter/motorcycle in the event of mechanical breakdown or component failure. The first 12 months of cover extends to the entire scooter with the exceptions detailed below. For the second year, warranty is limited to the covered engine and transmission components only.

This cover is extended to the registered owner. In the event of change of ownership, please send written advice within 14 days of change to Baotian UK, Casino Industrial Estate, Canterbury Road, Wingham, Kent CT3 1NL. Please enclose copies of service history to verify validity of warranty.

All parts are covered subject to the following exclusions:

GENERAL

All body panels including covers, cowlings, fairings, windshield, paintwork, trims and seat. Routine replacement of parts such as lubricants, tyres and control cables.

Electrical fuses, lights, lenses and bulbs, indicator assemblies, drive unit [variators], drive belts and chains, sprockets, rubber gaiters, suspension, wheels, fuels hoses and tank cap.

Frame and stands, accident damage, corrosion. Steering locks, brake friction material, brake levers.

ENGINE

Engine tuning and adjustments or any other parts, which deteriorate during normal usage.

Lubricants, coolant additives, filters and breathers, spark plugs and caps, brackets and mountings, hoses and hose clips.

CLUTCH

Frictional material where the condition is related to wear and tear.

CONDITIONS & EXCLUSIONS

The scooter/motorcycle must be serviced in accordance with the manufacturer's schedule. Services may only be carried out to a maximum of 150km before or after the due distance. VAT receipts must be retained.

The rights as set out in this document are in addition to your legal rights and subject to English law.

EXCLUSIONS:

1. No liability will be accepted:

a. For faults reported after 14 days of being discovered.
b. For machines used in competition or time trials.
c. For machines used for hire or rewards, including taxi, riding schools, couriers etc.
d. For machines where non-standard parts have been fitted and customisation made.

2. No liability will be accepted for damage caused by:

a. Neglect.
b. Corrosion.
c. Intrusion of foreign matter.
d. Lack of servicing.
e. The effects of overheating.
f. Freezing.
g. Consequential damage, how so ever caused.
h. The use of incorrect grade fuel, incorrect lubricant or incorrect anti-freeze.
i. Neglect, abuse or wilful damage including continuing to ride the machine when it is not mechanically sound.
J. Subjecting the machine to loads greater than manufacturer's recommendation.
k. Fire, explosion, flood water damage, theft or attempted theft and any such extreme cause.

3. No liability will be accepted for:

a. The affects of poor repair.
b. Parts that have been fitted incorrectly.
c. Parts not fitted as standard by the manufacturer.
d. Investigatory or remedial work commenced prior to the replacement of defective covered parts.
e. Routine servicing or repair.
1. Any parts that have been previously reported during routine service as to be requiring replacement.
g. Death, bodily injury or loss of use or any consequential loss of whatever nature.

1. No liability is accepted for any damage caused by a road traffic accident or collision or any road hazard whether or not insured under any motor insurance or accidental damage policy caused by mechanical or electrical failure.

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Maintenance Schedule

	PDI 300	KM 1,000 KM	3,000 KM 6,000 KM 9,000 KM 12,000 KM					Every 2 Years
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Engine Oil Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check	PDI 300	KM 1,000 KM	3,000 KM 6,000 KM 9,000 KM 12,000 KM					Every 2 Years
Engine Oil Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace	PDI 300	KM 1,000 KM	3,000 KM 6,000 KM 9,000 KM 12,000 KM					Every 2 Years
Gear Oil Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace Replace	PDI 300	KM 1,000 KM	3,000 KM 6,000 KM 9,000 KM 12,000 KM					Every 2 Years
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Battery	Charge	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect
Spark Plug					Inspect	Replace	Inspect	Replace
Fuel Filter				Inspect	Inspect	Replace	Inspect	Replace
Carb	Adjust	Adjust	Adjust	Adjust	Adjust	Clean	Adjust	Clean
Odometer Cable	Lubricate		Lubricate	Lubricate	Lubricate	Lubricate	Lubricate	Lubricate
Control Cables		Adjust	Adjust	Adjust	Adjust	Adjust	Adjust	Adjust
Tyre Pressure	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect
Tyres / Wheels		Inspect	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect
Brake Fluid								Replace
Brake System	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect
Drive Belt					Inspect	Replace	Inspect	Replace
Vaiator Rollers					Inspect	Replace	Inspect	Replace
Clutch						Inspect		Inspect
Headstock Bearings	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect			Inspect		Inspect
All Bolts & Fixings	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect
Lighting	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect
Suspension		Inspect		Inspect	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect