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Annotated diagram of connector panel Front digital display functions 3 type of product activation Troubleshooting Troubleshooting and fault finding Dimensions drawing (not to scale) BB1270 12V - 12V 70A Battery to Battery Charger Dimensions 200mm x 130mm x 56mm Weight 1.0Kg...
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WELCOME Welcome Welcome to the Sterling Power Products Owners Handbook for the product BB12120, the 12V to 12V battery to battery charger (120A input rated). Please take your time to read and fully understand the contents of this Handbook. These guidelines are developed with your safety and the products performance in mind and failure to follow or understand these guidelines may lead to voiding the product warranty or even leading to damage or injury for you or your setup.
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STERLING POWER SAFETY AND LEGAL LEGAL GUIDELINES Warranty and Terms Your 100 % satisfaction is our goal. We realise that every customer and circumstance is unique. If you have a problem, question, or comment please do not hesitate to contact us. We welcome you to contact us even after the warranty and return time has passed.
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STERLING POWER SAFETY AND LEGAL SAFETY GUIDELINES Product Guidelines Your Sterling Power product should only be utilised for it’s designated purpose. Use the Sterling Power Pro Charge Ultra ONLY : For DC to DC power conversion With fuses protecting both the input and output DC cables In a well ventilated, dry, dust-free and condensation free environment When the Owners Handbook has been read and wholly understood Transport and Storage...
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Output Battery 12V the BB will stop charging. Lead Acid or Lithium Recommended installation orientation The BB1270 can be mounted in any orientation. However, if the area is prone to getting wet or damp, we recommend the first or second install.
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Display panel. More information on page 9. Connection blocks. This region is described in more detail overleaf. This is the area where all the physical installation connections to the BB1270 are made. Also, this region contains additional 2x 5mm mounting feet. PRODUCT INFORMATION...
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(Euro 6 engine). Wire a feed from your ignition into this terminal. Ensure that this feed is ~12V when the ignition is live and goes to 0V when ignition is turned off. Once the BB1270 receives its first successful ignition signal it shall render the unit dependent on an ignition signal going forward.
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STERLING POWER PRODUCT INFORMATION PANEL Controls | Battery Type Select LED panel O/P Batt. Volt. Lithium Type 2 Lead Acid Charging Profiles Lithium Charging Profiles Orange LED status: Orange LED status: Fast flashing = Bulk / Fast Charge Fast flashing = Bulk / Fast Charge Slow flashing = Absorption...
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STERLING POWER PRODUCT INFORMATION Charge control modes - how to get the BB1270 to turn on and begin charging Automatic Mode (Default) Input voltage Charger on - 13.5 -> 16V This mode is the simplest way to install Charger off - <12.8V...
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Troubleshooting & Faults Troubleshoot - checks to ensure the Firstly, ensure the BB1270 is wired up correctly. Ensure negatives are common and the BB charger’s negative is BB is installed correctly and receiving connected to the starter battery’s negative - avoid connecting to chassis negative. Voltages between common the correct input and output voltages.
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