BW Trailers Domestic trailer Standard User manual

Domestic trailer Standard
Operating instructions for all Standard series domestic trailers with a weight class of
500kg to 750kg.
Translation of the
Original Owner's Manual

Table of Contents
Foreword ........................................................................................................................................ 3
Identification .................................................................................................................................. 3
Confirmation of conformity ............................................................................................................ 4
Productnames ................................................................................................................................ 4
Safety and warning instructions..................................................................................................... 7
Technical data .............................................................................................................................. 11
Nameplate / VIN number ............................................................................................................. 11
Overview of trailer components ................................................................................................... 13
Technical specifications ................................................................................................................ 14
Optional equipment and accessories............................................................................................ 16
Electrical installation .................................................................................................................... 17
Before setting off.......................................................................................................................... 18
Coupling ....................................................................................................................................... 18
Loading and unloading................................................................................................................. 22
Driving the trailer ......................................................................................................................... 23
Uncoupling ................................................................................................................................... 24
Ball coupling for unbraked trailers ............................................................................................... 25
Auxiliary coupling for unbraked trailers ....................................................................................... 27
Wheels and tyres.......................................................................................................................... 28
Cleaning ....................................................................................................................................... 30
Storage / Parking ......................................................................................................................... 31
End of life cycle............................................................................................................................. 31
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................... 32
Maintenance ................................................................................................................................ 33
Service intervals and history......................................................................................................... 37
Warranty and liability .................................................................................................................. 40

Foreword
Dear Customer,
Congratulations on your purchase of a trailer from BW Trailers.
This Owner’s Manual contains all the operating and safety instructions that apply to the
trailer. For safety reasons, it is absolutely necessary that you read these instructions
carefully in order to guarantee safety for yourself and others before you take the trailer on
the public roads.
The maintenance instructions for the trailer are also included in this documentation and
must be followed and carried out correctly in order to qualify for the warranty conditions.
If there are any questions after you have read the documentation, you can always contact
the manufacturer or dealer for further explanation or information.
The Owner’s Manual is part of the trailer and should therefore be kept in a safe place. In case
of resale, the Owner’s Manual must always accompany the trailer. Extra copies can always be
obtained from a dealer or downloaded from our website.
Identification
This documentation was drawn up in Dutch by BW Trailers BV
Version designation: Operating instructions Standard Domestic trailer series
Version date: October 2023
© Copyright: BW Trailers BV, Duffel, 2023
No part of this documentation may be reproduced in any form without the prior permission
of BW Trailers BV.
BW trailers BV
Walemstraat 94 A-B
2570 Duffel
Belgium
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Mail: [email protected]
Web: www.bwtrailers.be

Confirmation of conformity
The trailer complies with the requirements of the European Directive 2007/46/EC for which
the RDW has granted the necessary type approvals.
Productnames
Tick the type of trailer you have purchased.
Single axle trailers - UNBRAKED
MAM
MAM
500 kg
750 kg
Width 1000 mm - fixed drawbar
BA-1600x1000-50TEO

BA-1600x1000-75TEO

Width 1300 mm - fixed drawbar
BA-2000x1300-50TEO

BA-2000x1300-75TEO

BA-2200x1300-50TEO

BA-2200x1300-75TEO

BA-2540x1300-50TEO

BA-2540x1300-75TEO

BA-3000x1300-50TEO

BA-3000x1300-75TEO

Width 1300 mm - tilt bed on drawbar
BA-2000x1300-50TEO-K

BA-2000x1300-75TEO-K

BA-2200x1300-50TEO-K

BA-2200x1300-75TEO-K

BA-2540x1300-50TEO-K

BA-2540x1300-75TEO-K

Width 1300 mm - tilt bed with gas spring
BA-2540x1300-50TEO-KG

BA-2540x1300-75TEO-KG

Width 1500 mm - fixed drawbar
BA-3000x1500-50TEO

BA-3000x1500-75TEO

BA-2540x1500-50TEO

BA-2540x1500-75TEO

Width 1500 mm - tilt bed with gas spring
BA-2540x1500-50TEO-KG

BA-2540x1500-75TEO-KG


Single axle trailers - optionally BRAKED
MAM
MAM
500 kg
750 kg
Width 1000 mm - fixed drawbar
BA-1600x1000-50TEG

BA-1600x1000-75TEG

Width 1300 mm - fixed drawbar
BA-2000x1300-50TEG

BA-2000x1300-75TEG

BA-2200x1300-50TEG

BA-2200x1300-75TEG

BA-2540x1300-50TEG

BA-2540x1300-75TEG

BA-3000x1300-50TEG

BA-3000x1300-75TEG

Width 1300 mm - tilt bed on drawbar
BA-2000x1300-50TEG-K

BA-2000x1300-75TEG-K

BA-2200x1300-50TEG-K

BA-2200x1300-75TEG-K

BA-2540x1300-50TEG-K

BA-2540x1300-75TEG-K

Width 1300 mm - tilt bed with gas spring
BA-2540x1300-50TEG-KG

BA-2540x1300-75TEG-KG

Width 1500 mm - fixed drawbar
BA-3000x1500-50TEG

BA-3000x1500-75TEG

BA-2540x1500-50TEG

BA-2540x1500-75TEG

Width 1500 mm - tilt bed with gas spring
BA-2540x1500-50TEG-KG

BA-2540x1500-75TEG-KG


Twin axle trailers - UNBRAKED
MAM
MAM
500 kg
750 kg
Width 1300 mm - fixed drawbar
BA-2540x1300-50TTO

BA-2540x1300-75TTO

BA-2200x1300-50TTO

BA-2200x1300-75TTO

BA-3000x1300-50TTO

BA-3000x1300-75TTO

Width 1500 mm - fixed drawbar
BA-2540x1500-50TTO

BA-3000x1500-75TTO

BA-3000x1500-50TTO

BA-2540x1500-75TTO

Twin axle trailers - optionally BRAKED
MAM
MAM
500 kg
750 kg
Width 1300 mm - fixed drawbar
BA-2540x1300-50TTG

BA-2540x1300-75TTG

BA-2200x1300-50TTG

BA-2200x1300-75TTG

BA-3000x1300-50TTG

BA-3000x1300-75TTG

Width 1500 mm - fixed drawbar
BA-2540x1500-50TTG

BA-3000x1500-75TTG

BA-3000x1500-50TTG

BA-2540x1500-75TTG


Safety and warning instructions
In order to recognise certain information in this manual more quickly and easily, text and
images are indicated with certain symbols, signal words and highlighted text.
Hazard warnings
This instruction indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in
death or serious injury.
Here you can read what the hazard is, what consequences it can have for you and what you
need to do to avoid it.
Observe special precaution.
This instruction indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in
death or serious injury.
Here you can read what the hazard is, what consequences it can have for you and what you
need to do to avoid it.
Observe special precaution.
This instruction indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate bodily injury or damage to property.
Here you can read what the hazard is, what consequences it can have for you and what you
need to do to avoid it.
Observe special precaution.
This instruction indicates possible damage to property if the hazard is not avoided.
Here you can read what the hazard is, what consequences it can have for you and what you
need to do to avoid it.
Observe special precaution.

Hazard symbols indicating particular sources of danger
Warning of dangerous place!
Be careful - several causes can lead to
dangers for humans.
Risk of bruising!
People's limbs such as hands / fingers /
feet can be bruised.
Risk of bruising / knocks /
of being hit!
Persons can be bruised, knocked, hit or
generally injured.
Risk of environmental pollution!
The environment can be polluted when
hazardous substances are used
incorrectly.
Risk of electric shock, dangerous
voltage!
Dangerous voltage can be fatal.
Mandatory signs
Important instruction - observe!
Indicates important information that
must be observed and complied with
for safe operation.
Read the Owner’s Manual!
It is important to read the Owner’s
Manual before performing the activity.
Personal protective equipment
Safety shoes, sturdy footwear!
High visibility clothing, safety vest!
Protective gloves!
Wash hands!
Wash your hands thoroughly after the
activity has been carried out
Apply hand protection!
Apply hand protection on your hands
before / after the activity.
Prohibition Signs
Unauthorised access is prohibited! Keep
people at a distance!
Keep people away from the danger
zone.
Do not spray with water!
Prevent water jets from being sprayed
directly onto vulnerable parts of your
trailer.
Entry area / zone prohibited!
Never enter the danger zone /
hazardous area during work.

Other important pictograms
Problematic waste!
Dispose of the parts properly.
Do not dispose of any waste in the
environment or in household
waste!!
Proper disposal of old tyres!
Dispose of used tyres properly.
Do not dispose of waste in the
environment!
Warnings on the trailer
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General safety instructions
The owner / operator must have read and understood the Owner’s Manual of the
trailer thoroughly and completely. Ignoring the safety instructions and not following the
steps during operations can lead to accidents involving personal injury. Improper
operation can cause serious injury to yourself.
In addition, as a road user, you are obliged to comply with all national and international
regulations for driving a vehicle with a trailer.
You must also comply with your duties as the owner of a commercial vehicle. This
means regular maintenance, care and the periodic presentation of the trailer for a
technical general inspection.
Ignoring safety instructions / warnings
Ignoring the safety instructions / warnings and not following the steps can lead to accidents
involving personal injury. Improper operation can cause serious injury to yourself and others.

Intended use
The trailer is intended for transporting general goods.
The trailer may only be operated by an adult, properly trained, in good physical condition.
Foreseeable misuse
The trailer is not suitable for:
•Transport of people or animals (except models specifically designed for this purpose).
•Transporting hot materials.
•Carriage of hazardous chemicals subject to authorisation.
•Speeding in adverse weather conditions and / or poor driving surface.
•Use in a damaged condition which can lead to road traffic hazards and personal injury.
As the manufacturer, we accept no liability for personal injury or damage to property caused by
foreseeable misuse.
Children playing near your trailer!
Trailers are no toys!
Children cannot properly assess the dangers of a trailer and can injure themselves while
playing with the trailer.
Do not let children play near your trailer unsupervised.
Keep children at a safe distance when manoeuvring your trailer.
The trailers are classified by type and may not be modified according to their permitted
equipment!
Changes to the trailer, such as the use of an axle, another make of ball coupling or overrun
brake (optional) or non-registered wheels / tyres will lead to loss of approval!

Technical data
The technical data of your trailer can be found on:
•The accompanying certificate of conformity
•The nameplate
•Type designation in the brochures and sales information on our website
www.bwtrailers.be
The loss of the EC certificate of conformity must be reported to the police.
A duplicate of these documents can be requested from the manufacturer with official proof of
loss.
Nameplate / VIN number
Each trailer is provided with a nameplate that is permanently attached to the front of the
trailer. It provides information about the origin, type and maximum weights of the trailer.
The unique 17-digit VIN number is also shown on the plate but is also engraved on the lower
part of the chassis.
See the illustration below for the position of the nameplate and VIN number.
Position of the nameplate and VIN number

Example of type plate
When contacting the manufacturer, you should always have the unique 17-digit VIN number
to hand. On the basis of this number, the manufacturer can identify the trailer and request all
linked specifications.

Overview of trailer components
1. Loading space
2. Chassis
3. V-drawbar
(straight for BA-1600)
4. Coupling
5. Power plug
6. White front position light
(white reflector for BA-1600)
7. Rear light left
8. Rear light right
9. Amber reflector
10. Bow lock
11. Backboard
12. Wheel + Tyre
13. Axle

Technical specifications
BA-1600x1000 BA-2540x1300-KG BA-2540x1500-KG
Unladen weight
for model 50/75TEO 140 kg 230 kg 240 kg
Gross weight
for model 50TEO 500 kg 500 kg 500 kg
for model 75TEO 750 kg 750 kg 750 kg
Loading capacity
for model 50TEO 360 kg 270 kg 260 kg
for model 75TEO 560 kg 520 kg 510 kg
Number of axles
for model 50/75TEO 1 1 1
Axle type AL-KO 700-5 AL-KO 700-5 AL-KO 700-5
Coupling device Steelpress ZSK-750 Steelpress ZSK-750 Steelpress ZSK-750
or AL-KO AK 7-V AL-KO AK 7-V AL-KO AK 7-V
Drawbar BW TC750 BW 2700 BW 2700
Tyre size standard 155/80R13 155/80R13 155/80R13
Internal dimensions (LxWxH) 1600 x 1000 x 380 mm 2540 x 1300 x 380 mm 2540 x 1500 x 380 mm
Overall dimensions (LxWxH) 2650 x 1460 x 1280 mm 3815 x 1755 x 1280 mm 3815 x 2040 x 1280 mm
BA-2000x1300 (-K) BA-2200x1300 (-K) BA-2540x1300 (-K)
Unladen weight
for model 50/75TEO 185 kg 190 kg 205 kg
for model 50/75TTO - 234 kg 260 kg
Gross weight
for model 50TEO/TTO 500 kg 500 kg 500 kg
for model 75TEO/TTO 750 kg 750 kg 750 kg
Loading capacity
for model 50TEO 315 kg 310 kg 295 kg
for model 50TTO - 266 kg 240 kg
for model 75TEO 565 kg 560 kg 545 kg
for model 75TTO - 516 kg 490 kg
Number of axles
for model 50/75TEO 1 1 1
for model 50/75TTO - 2 2
Axle type AL-KO 700-5 AL-KO 700-5 AL-KO 700-5
Coupling device Steelpress ZSK-750 Steelpress ZSK-750 Steelpress ZSK-750
or AL-KO AK 7-V AL-KO AK 7-V AL-KO AK 7-V
Drawbar BW TV750 BW TV750 BW TV750
Tyre size standard 155/80R13 155/80R13 155/80R13
Internal dimensions (LxWxH) 2000 x 1300 x 380 mm 2200 x 1300 x 380 mm 2540 x 1300 x 380 mm
Overall dimensions (LxWxH) 3175 x 1755 x 1280 mm 3360 x 1755 x 1280 mm 3740 x 1755 x 1280 mm

Please note: the load capacity of each trailer is ultimately determined by the gross weight
minus the unladen weight.
The gross weights of the trailers listed in this table may be further limited upon registration.
This weight is stated on the certificate of conformity under item 17.1.
BA-2540x1500 BA-3000x1300 BA-3000x1500
Unladen weight
for model 50/75TEO 215 kg 210 kg 235 kg
for model 50/75TTO 275 kg 270 kg 285 kg
Gross weight
for model 50TEO/TTO 500 kg 500 kg 500 kg
for model 75TEO/TTO 750 kg 750 kg 750 kg
Loading capacity
for model 50TEO 285 kg 290 kg 265 kg
for model 50TTO 225 kg 230 kg 215 kg
for model 75TEO 535 kg 540 kg 515 kg
for model 75TTO 475 kg 480 kg 465 kg
Number of axles
for model 50/75TEO 1 1 1
for model 50/75TTO 2 2 2
Axle type AL-KO 700-5 AL-KO 700-5 AL-KO 700-5
Coupling device Steelpress ZSK-750 Steelpress ZSK-750 Steelpress ZSK-750
or AL-KO AK 7-V AL-KO AK 7-V AL-KO AK 7-V
Drawbar BW TV750 BW TV750 BW TV750
Tyre size standard 155/80R13 155/80R13 155/80R13
Internal dimensions (LxWxH) 2540 x 1500 x 380 mm 3000 x 1300 x 380 mm 3000 x 1500 x 380 mm
Overall dimensions (LxWxH) 3740 x 2040 x 1280 mm 4162 x 1755 x 1280 mm 4162 x 2040 x 1280 mm

Optional equipment and accessories
Flat cover Jockey wheel Frame + tarpaulin
Leaf rack Tipping on drawbar Grey finish
13/7-pin adapter Wheel chock Spare wheel
Anti-theft lock Prop stands LED lights

Electrical installation
Connection 7-pole plug
7-pole plug
Pin
Colour
Function
1 / L
Yellow
Indicator left
2 / 54g
Blue
Fog light
3 / 31
White
Mass
4 / R
Green
Indicator right
5 / 58R
Brown
Rear lights
Wide-beam headlamps
License plate light right
6 / 54
Red
Break lights
7 / 58L
Black
Rear lights
Wide-beam headlamps
License plate light left
Lighting
Check the presence of the light fittings around the trailer.
Check for damage and operation, replace defective lamps or reflectors. Have defective
lights, torn / pink electrical cables replaced in a specialist workshop.
Rear lights: Front marker (*): Side marker:
Aspöck Multipoint V (5-pin) Option 1 - Aspöck Flexipoint I Reflector amber
Option 2 - Aspöck Flatpoint II
(*) from a trailer width >1600mm
Faulty rear / contour lights, marker / outline lights
Road users cannot see the vehicle clearly - danger of accidents!
Before setting off, check that all the lights on the trailer are working properly.

Before setting off
•The driver of the towing vehicle must have a valid driving licence to drive the towing
vehicle and the trailer.
•Ensure that the trailer lighting system functions correctly.
•Make sure the load is securely fastened.
•Check that moving parts of the trailer are secured against loss.
•Ensure that all trailer tyres are inflated to the correct pressure according to the table
in paragraph ‘Wheels and tyres’.
•Check the tyre profile of all trailer tyres.
•Observe the applicable rules and regulations regarding the maximum authorized
mass (MAM) of the trailer as indicated on the type plate.
Objects on the trailer body!
Objects such as branches, ice, snow, etc. that are on the roof can be hurled onto the road
while driving. Therefore, remove all objects such as branches, ice, snow and water from the
trailer body before setting off.
Worn tyre profile and / or incorrect tyre pressure!
The tyres may burst during the journey, causing the trailer to sway, tilt and break loose from
the towing vehicle. The braking distance will become longer.
Coupling
The trailer is connected to the towing vehicle by means of the ball coupler. The ball coupler is
part of the trailer's towing device. It may only be used in a fully assembled and tested system
to connect the trailer to the towing vehicle.
There are a number of steps you must follow when attaching a trailer to a towing vehicle.
These steps are listed below and must be followed in chronological order.
•Check the condition of the auxiliary coupling cable (for unbraked trailers) or the
breakaway cable (for braked trailers) - replace it before using the trailer if it is frayed,
kinked or missing.
•Check that the ball is clean and that the coupling head is sufficiently greased.
•Make sure the trailer is on a level surface and (for braked trailers) that the parking
brake is activated.
•If optional jockey wheel present - make sure the jockey wheel lock is securely
fastened - turn the jockey wheel up and lift the coupling to a height greater than that
of the tow ball.
•Turn the towing vehicle backwards so that it is in line with the trailer and the coupling
head is directly above the tow bar.
•Attach the auxiliary coupling cable (unbraked trailers) or breakaway cable (braked
trailers) to the towing vehicle.

•Press the release button and lift the lever. Lower the coupling onto the tow bar and
release the lever.
•If optional jockey wheel present - pull in the jockey wheel and make sure that the
wheel is fully retracted and (only for braked trailers) free of the brake rod.
•Connect the lighting plug and check that all the lights are working correctly.
•Release the parking brake of the trailer (only for braked trailers).
After each coupling, check that the ball coupler is securely attached to the tow bar of the
towing vehicle. This can be done by means of a lifting test.
Connecting the trailer with different ball couplers is basically the same.
Driving without a correctly coupled ball coupler!
The trailer can become disconnected from your vehicle's ball hitch during the journey and will
sway and tilt.
Failure to follow these steps may cause the trailer to come loose and cause an accident.
Danger of bruising / injuries during coupling!
During manoeuvring and coupling, you may be hit or trapped by the coupling.
When coupling on a slope, always use a wheel lock and the parking brake if fitted..
You can get trapped with your hand or fingers between the tow ball coupling and the
vehicle's ball coupler.

Swivelling capacity of the ball coupler
Before setting off, check that the coupling of your vehicle allows the necessary swivelling in
horizontal and vertical direction.
Maintain a swivel range of vertical +/- 25° and horizontal +/- 20°..
Limited swivelling!
Short tow bars with little freedom of movement for the ball coupler can limit the necessary
turning movement during the ride. T
The trailer can become disconnected from your vehicle's ball hitch and will sway and tilt.
Only use a ball coupler according to Directive 94/20/EC, ECE R55 with a ball head of Ø 50
mm and a ball coupler according to DIN 74058 or ISO 1103.