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Operation & Maintenance Manual 
Model 1580-TBA Tilt-Bed Trailer 

07/2017 
Page 1

 

 

  Custom Engineered For AEP 
Tiltbed Trailer - S/N 1F9UZ262XHV048120   

 
 

Preface 

            Thank you for choosing Sauber Mfg. Co.. You have purchased a trailer designed and built with care. With 
minimal maintenance and by understanding its operation, your new trailer will provide you with years of excellent 
service. We welcome your suggestions for improvement and stand willing to assist you if any questions arise during 
its operation. If we can help in any way, please contact your account representative toll free: 
 

Website: SauberMfg.com 

Voice Communications:  (800) 323-9147 
Fax Communications:     (630) 365-6610 

 

 
The following manual provides important safety information and instruction. Please read this manual before oper-
ating your new trailer. It is important to follow safety instructions and cautions. 
 
We acknowledge that not every situation or combination of tow vehicle and trailer can be addressed, therefore we 
ask that you use sound judgment after reading the following outlines. 

Some components may be produced by a third party. When available, separate service manuals and instructions 
may apply.   

 

Serious Hazards 

Loss of control of the tow vehicle/trailer combination could result in serious injury or death. The most common 
causes for loss of control include: 

 

Failure to adjust driving behavior when towing a trailer 

 

Immoderate speed – Driving too fast for the conditions 

With ideal road conditions, the maximum recommended speed for safely towing a trailer is 60 mph. If you drive 
too fast, the trailer is more likely to sway, increasing the possibility for loss of control. In addition, it is possible that 
the tires may overheat, increasing the chance of a blow out. 

Decrease your speed as road, weather, lighting, and other conditions decline. 

 

 

Summary of Contents for 1580-TBA

Page 1: ...manual before oper ating your new trailer It is important to follow safety instructions and cautions We acknowledge that not every situation or combination of tow vehicle and trailer can be addressed...

Page 2: ...st weigh the loaded trailer at a commercial scale In addition you must distribute the load in the trailer such that the load on any axle does not exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR The GVWR and...

Page 3: ...ir brakes are correctly attached Uncoupling of the trailer during transit can lead to a serious accident or a fatality Ensure that the pintle hook capacity rating including installation is sufficient...

Page 4: ...ection to the tow vehicle Electric Brakes Check the trailer brake lights by having someone operate the brake and turn signals on the tow vehicle while you visually verify it is functioning If your tra...

Page 5: ...g vehicle hitch cross the safety chains and connect them to the rings provided at the towing vehicle bumper Insert the electrical connection cord and check trailer lighting Connect the air glad hands...

Page 6: ...b w 12 1 4 x3 3 8 Electric Brakes EZ Lube Hubs Galvanize Axle 8000 Capacity 006 209 0 5 8 18 Swivel Flange Nuts 17 5 Wheel 92 88 HF x 57 5 BS 102 OAW 75 48 Between Tires 22 Degree Up Trailing 8000 Rub...

Page 7: ...g Harness System Main Extension Anti Corrosion Compound Connections Solar System 8854 4 Watt Solar Battery Box Breakaway 19465 Warner Breakaway Kit Complete Registration Container 19275 Xenoy Registra...

Page 8: ...e Hubs Monthly Grease Hub Bearings Monthly Check Deck Latch Every 6 Months Disengage the toggle clamp tilt the deck to the travel position and re engage the toggle clamp 1 If toggle clamp will not eng...

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