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PCU1210
PCU1220
PCU1230
PCU1240
PCU1250
PCU1260
PCU2420
PCU2430
PCU3620
PCU4815
Optional
Remote control
with 10m cable
(Part No PCUR)
To Standards:
UL 1236 SB
CSA C22.2-107.2
Tested to CE standards
EN 55014-1:2017
EN 55014-2:2015
EN 61000-3-2:2014
EN61000-3-3:2013
EN 60335-1:2019
EN 60335-2-29:2018
EN 62233:2008
EN ISO 13297
Small Craft Directive
RoHS
compliant
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www.sterling-power-usa.com
Warranty (5 years return to factory)
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Sterling Power Products
Pro Charge Ultra
PCU Series Handbook
Global input AC/DC battery charger
Marine grade
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- Page 1 Tested to CE standards EN 55014-1:2017 EN 55014-2:2015 EN 61000-3-2:2014 EN61000-3-3:2013 EN 60335-1:2019 EN 60335-2-29:2018 EN 62233:2008 Sterling Power Products EN ISO 13297 Small Craft Directive Pro Charge Ultra PCU Series Handbook Global input AC/DC battery charger Marine grade RoHS compliant www.sterling-power.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
STERLING POWER INTRODUCTION TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Pg.2 Table of Contents Pg.3 Welcome Safety and Legal Pg.4 Legal Guidelines Pg.5 Safety Guidelines Product Information Pg.6 Understanding your PCU Pt.1 Pg.7 Understanding your PCU Pt.2 Pg.8 Installation Pg.9 First Start-Up, Battery Type Select Pg.10 Commands, Remote Pt.1 Pg.11... -
Page 3: Introduction
This manual must be read throughout before installing this electronic device. Do not lose these instructions - keep them safe. The most up to date instructions can be found on the Sterling Power website. Please refer to the latest instruction manual before contacting Sterling. At Sterling, we endeavour to include all of the product information that we can think of into the manual. -
Page 4: Safety And Legal
- Warranty is null and void if damage occurs due to negligent repairs. - Customer is responsible for inbound shipping costs of the product to Sterling Power either in the USA or England. - Page 5 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 AC to DC power conversion With fuses protecting both the AC/DC cables...
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Page 6: Product Information
UNDERSTANDING YOUR PCU, PT.1 **Label simplified for clarity, Pro Charge Ultra Diagram **Red endcap removed for demonstration. Figure 3.01A Sterling Power To case ground GLOBAL AC Input & Active Power Factor Correction Progressive DIGITAL software control Charger / Powerpack AC Power... - Page 7 STERLING POWER PRODUCT INFORMATION UNDERSTANDING YOUR PCU, PT.2 Section 4 is comprised of two screens. The ‘Volts’ screen will display the average voltage being produced by the charger, as felt on the output terminals. The ‘Amps’ screen will display the total current being produced by the charger.
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Page 8: Installation
STERLING POWER PRODUCT INFORMATION INSTALLATION Installation Preface All electrical installations should be carried out by a professional electrician. Electricity does have the potential to kill you. Ensure your input and output voltage needs are correct for the model you have before continuing. Sterling do not provide, by default, the cable necessary for your installation. -
Page 9: First Start-Up, Battery Type Select
STERLING POWER PRODUCT INFORMATION FIRST START-UP, BATTERY TYPE SELECT First Start-Up Upon powering up the Pro Charge Ultra (PCU) for the first time the default settings to take note of are: 1) The PCU will be in the Californian Energy Commission compliant ‘bc’ mode and 2) The PCU battery type will be set to ‘Sealed Lead Acid’. -
Page 10: Commands, Remote Pt.1
STERLING POWER PRODUCT INFORMATION COMMANDS, REMOTE PT.1 Desulphation / Equalisation WARNING, HIGH VOLTAGE Desulphation/Equalisation can only be activated from the open lead acid battery type. Only use this mode if your batteries are safe to be desulphated. Running this cycle on most battery types will cause serious damage. 1) While in the open lead acid battery type, hold Setup/Enter for five seconds and push the up/down arrows until the ‘De-sulphation’... -
Page 11: Remote Pt.2
If the PCU has valid AC input and is online, the PCUR should turn on as soon as it is connected to the PCU via the remote lead. It will then display the Sterling Power website and the PCU product code it is connected to. It will then display the Charger Status screen until changed further. -
Page 12: Troubleshooting, Maintenance
STERLING POWER PRODUCT INFORMATION TROUBLESHOOTING, MAINTENANCE Troubleshooting In the instance that your fault light is displaying, please cross reference the fault LED with the following list, and hopefully the problem can be isolated and ideally solved. DC Output Fault : RED This indicates a potential reverse polarity situation. -
Page 13: Miscellaneous
Europe AC cable size ( mm2 ) for cable length up to 15 m AC CABLE, 230V Model 110 volt fuse/breaker 230 volt fuse/breaker PCU1210 3 core 0.75 3 core 0.75 PCU1220 3 core 0.75 3 core 0.75 PCU1230 3 core 1.5... -
Page 14: Dimensions / Small
STERLING POWER MISCELLANEOUS DIMENSIONS / SMALL Unit Dimensions PCU1210 PCU1220 198 mm PCU1230 PCU1240 PCU2420 215 mm MISCELLANEOUS... - Page 15 STERLING POWER MISCELLANEOUS DIMENSIONS / LARGE 198 mm Unit Dimensions PCU1250 PCU1260 PCU2430 PCU3220 PCU3620 PCU4815 215 mm MISCELLANEOUS...
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Page 16: Dimensions / Remote
STERLING POWER MISCELLANEOUS DIMENSIONS / REMOTE Unit Dimensions PCUR 110mm 99mm 21mm 14mm 90mm MISCELLANEOUS... - Page 17 STERLING POWER MISCELLANEOUS NOTES MISCELLANEOUS...
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