Pro-Peak Sigma II EQ User Manual

Please read this entire operating manual completely and
carefully, as it contains a wide variety of specific
programming and safety information. The selection of the
correct operating parameters is the responsibility of the user.
Keep this manual in a safe place, and be sure to pass it on to the
new owner if you ever sell your Sigma II EQ.
Operating Manual
INTELLIGENT BATTERY CHARGER
Thank you for purchasing the Pro-Peak Sigma II EQ. This is a rapid
charger/discharger with built in balancer and is fully computerised
with a microprocessor and specialised operating software for a wide
variety of battery types.

Pro-Peak Sigma II EQ Specifications

General

Brand	Pro-Peak
Model	Sigma II EQ
Category	Battery Charger
Language	English

Summary

Special Features of Sigma II EQ

Optimised Operating Software

High Power and Performance Circuit

Integral Lithium Battery Balancer

Lithium Battery Balance Monitoring

Lithium Battery Type Compatibility

Maximum Safety Features

Covers safety features like Delta-peak, current limits, capacity, and temperature limits.

Warnings and Safety Notes

General Safety Precautions

General safety guidelines for operating the charger and handling batteries.

Battery Type Specific Guidelines

Specifications and guidelines for NiCd, NiMH, Lilo, LiPo, and LiFe batteries.

Battery Handling and Discharge Procedures

Pb Battery Specifications

Specifications and guidelines for Pb (lead-sulphuric acid) batteries.

Critical Battery Pack Warnings

Important warnings regarding battery pack verification and cell configuration.

Discharge Purpose and Best Practices

Final Safety Emphasis

Emphasizes following instructions for safety and to prevent damage or injury.

Program Flow Chart Overview

LIXX Battery Program Flow

NiMH/NiCd Battery Program Flow

Pb Battery Program Flow

User Parameter Setup Flow

Initial Parameter Set Up (User Set Up)

Lithium Battery Type and Cell Count Setup

Setting Lithium battery voltage type and verifying automatic cell count recognition.

NiMH/NiCd Sensitivity and Peak Detection

Configuring Delta-peak sensitivity for NiMH and NiCd automatic termination.

Temperature Cut-Off and USB Enable

Additional User Parameter Settings

Cyclic Process Delay and Safety Timer

Capacity Cut-Off and Input Power Monitoring

Setting maximum charge capacity and input voltage low cut-off limits.

Lithium Battery (Lilo/LiPo/LiFe) Program

Charging Lithium Batteries Procedure

Procedure for setting charge current and voltage for Lithium batteries.

Lithium Battery Cell Confirmation

Verifying detected cell count against user-selected count before charging.

Lithium Battery Balance Charging Mode

Details balancing individual cell voltages during charge for Lithium packs.

Lithium Battery Advanced Programs

LiPo Balance Charge Mode

Setting charge current and voltage for LiPo battery balancing.

Lithium Battery Storage and Discharge

Discharging Lithium Batteries Procedure

Procedure for discharging Lithium batteries, including current and voltage limits.

LiPo Discharge Mode Setup

Setting discharge current and voltage for LiPo batteries.

Discharge Voltage Balancing and Monitoring

NiMH/NiCd Battery Programs

Charging NiCd/NiMH Batteries

Discharging NiCd/NiMH Batteries

Pb (Lead-Sulphuric Acid) Battery Program

Charging Pb Batteries Procedure

Warning and Error Messages

Polarity and Connection Errors

Messages for reverse polarity, connection breaks, and short circuits.

Input Voltage and Selection Errors

Messages for input voltage errors and incorrect Lithium battery voltage selection.

Battery Voltage and Cell Errors

Messages for battery voltage checks, cell low/high voltage, and cell connect issues.

System and Temperature Errors

Messages for internal temperature overloads and control failures requiring repair.