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Megger BITE5 Advanced User Manual

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  • Page 1 BITE5 Advanced  Register Battery tester User Guide  User Guide  Support 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com English www. .com...
  • Page 2 This document is copyright of: Megger Limited reserves the right to alter the specification of its products from time to time without notice. Although every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained within this document it is not warranted or represented by Megger Limited to be a complete and up-to-date description.
  • Page 3 Hereby, Megger Instruments Limited declares that radio equipment manufactured by Megger Instruments Limited described in this user guide is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. Other equipment manufactured by Megger Instruments Limited described in this user guide is in compliance with Directives 2014/30/EU and 2014/35/EU where they apply.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Instrument layout ............................9 4. Zero adjustment ..........................10 Zero adjustment procedure ........................10 5. Configuration of BITE5 ADVANCED ....................11 6. Configuration of string ........................12 7. Performing a quick test (Meter Mode) ..................13 8. Performing an impedance test on a battery string..............15 9.
  • Page 5 Calibration, Service and Spare Parts ...................... 68 29.2 Approved Repair Companies ......................... 69 29.3 Return procedure ............................ 69 30. Decommissioning ..........................70 30.1 WEEE Directive ............................70 30.2 Battery disposal ............................70 31. Worldwide Sales Offices .......................71 BITE5 Advanced 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Introduction 1. Introduction This document is the user guide for the Megger BITE5 ADVANCED Battery Tester. It provides a description of the operation of the unit as well as operating instructions. Read this manual before installing or using the equipment.

  • Page 7: Safety Warnings And Standards

    The following safety precautions MUST be taken whenever the instrument is installed: „ Wear safety glasses and insulated gloves when making connections to power circuits „ Hands, shoes, floor/ground must be dry when making any connection to a powered line BITE5 Advanced 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...

  • Page 8: Installation Category Definitions

    Conforms to relevant Australian Safety and EMC standards Do not dispose of to landfill, in sewage systems or by fire. Equipment protected throughout by double insulation. Reference earth connection. Not a protective earth terminal BITE5 Advanced 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...

  • Page 9: Instrument Overview

    Ohmic testing Mini USB input and micro SD card slot VA testing DC power adapter input Data and string records ON/OFF switch Recorded data charts Impedance probe inputs Instrument configuration Voltage lead input + BITE5 Advanced 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...

  • Page 10: Zero Adjustment

    Zero adjustment procedure Select “0-ADJ”. The BITE5 ADVANCED will prompt you to make a zero adjustment bar. Select YES. NOTE: Place the probes on the zero adjustment bar as shown within 10 seconds of selecting YES, or the BITE5 ADVANCED will time out.

  • Page 11: Configuration Of Bite5 Advanced

    Configuration of BITE5 ADVANCED 5. Configuration of BITE5 ADVANCED The BITE5 ADVANCED allows you to customize the unit for your needs. To configure the unit, select the CONFIGURATION ICON. IMPEDANCE TAB Display Units Set measured ohmic values to ohms or siemens.

  • Page 12: Configuration Of String

    Configuration of string 6. Configuration of string The BITE5 ADVANCED allows you to configure strings to be tested. To configure a new battery string press the RECORD ICON. Select “String Ω”. Select “Add…” This will open the String Configuration screen.

  • Page 13: Performing A Quick Test (Meter Mode)

    When the Ohm (Ω) ICON is selected the BITE5 Advanced will use the Duplex inputs. Connect the duplex probes to the BITE5 ADVANCED. Select “Meter Select “Limit” if you would like to program impedance and voltage limits for the measurement. BITE5 Advanced 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...
  • Page 14 Note: This feature can be disabled as well by selecting OFF. Start testing by placing the probes across the battery. The BITE5 ADVANCED will beep when the measurement is complete. Press “Hold” to freeze the value on the screen. Select “Auto Hold” and the BITE5 ADVANCED will automatically save any measurement with a date and time stamp.

  • Page 15: Performing An Impedance Test On A Battery String

    When the Ohm (Ω) ICON is selected it configures the unit to record ohmic values, voltage and temperature When the Ohm (Ω) ICON is selected the BITE5 Advanced will use the Duplex inputs. Connect the duplex probes to the BITE5 ADVANCED. Select “String” Select “Select”. BITE5 Advanced 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com...
  • Page 16 Continue taking measurement of each cell and strap in sequence until you reach the last cell in the string. When the BITE5 ADVANCED measures the last cell in the string, it will display a summary. BITE5 Advanced 1.800.561.8187...

  • Page 17: Performing A Nerc Terminal Mode Impedance Test On A Battery String

    When the Ohm (Ω) ICON is selected the BITE5 Advanced will use the Duplex inputs. Connect the duplex probes to the BITE5 ADVANCED. Select “String” Select “Select”. BITE5 Advanced 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...
  • Page 18 This is the connection from the end of the charger leads to the first positive battery terminal. The BITE5 ADVANCED will automatically identify this as a strap. The value will be saved as strap 0A. The results will be displayed on the screen.
  • Page 19 Continue taking measurement of each cell and strap in sequence until you reach the last cell in the string. When the BITE5 ADVANCED measures the last cell in the string, it will display a summary. To record the negative terminal connection, close the summary and measure from the end of the negative charger lead to the last post on the last battery.

  • Page 20: Performing An Impedance Test On A Parallel Battery String

    The recorded values will be saved to the selected string configuration. Select the “Setting” ICON. Set the CT Source to “Parallel” Set the High Current to 700mA. Plug the AC CT into the BITE5 ADVANCED BITE5 Advanced 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www.
  • Page 21 When the Ohm (Ω) ICON is selected the BITE5 Advanced will use the Duplex inputs. Connect the duplex probes to the BITE5 ADVANCED. to voltage inputs of the BITE5 ADVANCED. Select “String”...
  • Page 22 Start testing by placing the probes on the first cell. The unit will beep when the measurement is complete and save the measured values to memory. The results will be displayed on the screen. BITE5 Advanced 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...
  • Page 23 Continue taking measurements of each cell and strap in sequence until you reach the last cell in the string. When the BITE5 ADVANCED measures the last cell in the string, it will display a summary. BITE5 Advanced 1.800.561.8187...

  • Page 24: Performing A Conductance Test On A Battery String

    Select the Siemens (S) ICON. When the Siemens (S) ICON is selected it configures the unit to record Siemens, voltage and temperature When the Siemens (S) ICON is selected the BITE5 Advanced will use the Duplex inputs. BITE5 Advanced 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...
  • Page 25 Performing a conductance test on a battery string. Connect the duplex probes to the BITE5 ADVANCED. to voltage inputs of the BITE5 ADVANCED. Select “String” Select “Select”. Select desired string. or scan the RFID tag, if used. BITE5 Advanced 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com...
  • Page 26 This may be seen as an OL. Continue taking measurement of each cell and strap in sequence until you reach the last cell in the string. When the BITE5 ADVANCED measures the last cell in the string, it will display a summary. BITE5 Advanced 1.800.561.8187...

  • Page 27: Performing An Impedance Test On A Battery Pack

    When the Ohm (Ω) ICON is selected the BITE5 Advanced will use the Duplex input. Connect the Duplex Kelvin Clips to the BITE5. This measurement can be made with the Duplex probes, however the Kelvin Clips may be easier. Select “String” BITE5 Advanced 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...
  • Page 28 Select “New Test” to start a new test on the selected string. Place the kelvin clips across the battery pack or the battery string. The BITE5 Advanced will automatically take the measurement and save it to memory. BITE5 Advanced 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com...

  • Page 29: Measuring Battery (Dc) Float And (Ac) Ripple Voltages And Currents

    Measuring battery (DC) float and (AC) ripple voltages and currents 13. Measuring battery (DC) float and (AC) ripple voltages and currents The BITE5 ADVANCED can be used to measure and record any of the following, DC Voltage (Up to 1000Vdc) AC Voltage (Up to 600Vac) DC Current from 1A to 1000A.
  • Page 30 For measuring AC (ripple) current the AC CT is required. For measuring DC (float) current the AC/DC CT is required. The BITE5 ADVANCED will beep when the measurement is complete. Press “Hold” to freeze the value on the screen. BITE5 Advanced 1.800.561.8187...
  • Page 31 Measuring battery (DC) float and (AC) ripple voltages and currents Press “Save” to save the measured value. Select “Auto Hold” and the BITE5 ADVANCED will automatically save any measurement with a date and time stamp. BITE5 Advanced 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www.

  • Page 32: Adding A Ripple (Ac) Voltage, Ripple (Ac)Current Or A Float (Dc) Current Value To A String

    14. Adding a Ripple (AC) Voltage, Ripple (AC)Current or a Float (DC) Current value to a string. In this mode the BITE5 ADVANCED will allow take a ripple or float measurement and add that measurement to the selected string. Select the VA ICON.
  • Page 33 Start testing by place the banana leads or the CT on what is to be measured. For measuring AC (ripple) current the AC CT is required. For measuring DC (float) current the AC/DC CT is required. The BITE5 ADVANCED will beep when the measurement is complete. BITE5 Advanced 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www.

  • Page 34: Measuring Voltages Only On A Battery String

    Measuring voltages only on a battery string. 15. Measuring voltages only on a battery string. The BITE5 ADVANCED can be used to measure and record voltage only on a battery string. The recorded data will be saved to the selected string configuration.
  • Page 35 Select desired string. or scan the RFID tag, if used. Select “New Test” to start a new test on the selected string. Select “Mode” Select the type of measurement. Select “Range” Set the desired range. BITE5 Advanced 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...
  • Page 36 Measuring voltages only on a battery string. Start testing by place the banana probes across the first cell. The BITE5 ADVANCED will automatically save the value. Proceed to the next cell. The BITE5 ADVANCED will automatically save and number the measured values.

  • Page 37: Performing A Discharge Test

    16. Performing a discharge test The BITE5 ADVANCED can be used in conjunction with the Megger Torkel discharge tester. Program the Torkel for the desired discharge test. Place the Torkel across the battery string and start the discharge test. The BITE5 ADVANCED can then be used to take manual measurements of the cell voltage throughout the discharge process.
  • Page 38 Select desired string. or scan the RFID tag, if used. Select “New Test” to start a new test on the selected string. If using the CT, set the correct range on the BITE5 ADVANCED. BITE5 Advanced 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...
  • Page 39 The unit will then prompt the user to either end the test or select “next” to perform the next pass through the string. Press when ready to perform another pass through the string. Press END to end the test. BITE5 Advanced 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www.

  • Page 40: Performing An Impedance And Discharge Test (Special Testing)

    The BITE5 ADVANCED can then be used to take manual measurements of the cell voltage throughout the discharge process. In this mode, the BITE5 ADVANCED will record the DC voltage of each cell as cell impedance and cell temperature. Select the Ohm (Ω) ICON.
  • Page 41 Select “New Test” to start a new test on the selected string. Start discharge test on load box. Take measurement of the first cell. The measurements will be saved with a date and time stamp. BITE5 Advanced 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...
  • Page 42 It may not correlate with other causes of cell aging such as plate corrosion. NOTE : In this mode the BITE5 ADVANCED will also measure the cell temperature during the discharge. The temperature will be taken off the negative plate. This will be valid only for sealed batteries. Flooded cells the temperature should be taken from the electrolyte.

  • Page 43: Trending Recorded Data

    The BITE5 ADVANCED will allow trending of all recorded string data. The BITE5 ADVANCED will trend string data; the value of each cell during a single test. The BITE5 ADVANCED can also trend the all the historical test data for each individual cell.
  • Page 44 Trending recorded data Select the desired battery string to view. Then press Select desired test in the left column. Select “Chart” to change the parameter being trended. BITE5 Advanced 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...

  • Page 45: Trending Cell Test Data

    19. Trending Cell Test Data Trending cell data will trend all the measured historical values on the X axis for each cell in the string.. On the BITE5 ADVANCED select the chart ICON. On the drop-down menu select the desired tested trend to view.
  • Page 46 Trending Cell Test Data Select the desired battery string to view. Then press Select desired cell in the left column. Select “Chart” to change the parameter being trended. BITE5 Advanced 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...

  • Page 47: Viewing A Record

    Viewing a record 20. Viewing a record The BITE5 ADVANCED allows the viewing of various recorded values or records. These records include the following: Meter Ω - These will be the individual recorded impedance measurements that were made with the BITE5 ADVANCED.
  • Page 48 NOTE: If “Meter Ω” or “Meter VA” was selected no string needs to be selected. Recorded Meter data is not associated with a string. Therefore, all recorded meter data is displayed. Press “Select”. Select desired test in the left column. BITE5 Advanced 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...

  • Page 49: Deleting Recorded Meter Data

    Deleting Meter Ω and Meter VA Ω data This refers to recorded ohmic or voltage measurements that are not associated with a battery string. On the BITE5 ADVANCED select the record ICON. Select either Meter Ω or Meter VA. Select the desired measurement to delete.

  • Page 50: Deleting Recorded String Data

    Current Will display current measurements made on a string. On the BITE5 ADVANCED select the record ICON. Select the desired type of data to delete. (See above). Select the desired string the data is to be deleted from.
  • Page 51 Select the desired test to delete NOTE: To delete all tests select “Select All”. Press “Delete Test” A window will open asking “Do you want to delete test?”. Select “Yes” to delete the test. BITE5 Advanced 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...

  • Page 52: Deleting A String Configuration

    Deleting recorded meter data 21.3 Deleting a string configuration This allows deletion of an entire string configuration. On the BITE5 ADVANCED select the record ICON. Select “String Ω” Select desired string to delete. Select “Delete String”” A window will open asking “Do you want to delete the string?”.

  • Page 53: Data Logging

    Data Logging 22. Data Logging The BITE5 Advanced provides data logging capabilities. This allows for prolonged automatic logging of impedance, voltage and temperature values. 22.1 Logging Data Select the Ohm (Ω) ICON. When the Ohm (Ω) ICON is selected to configures the unit to record ohmic values, voltage and temperature.
  • Page 54 Select the “Primary” value to record. (Impedance, Voltage or Temperature) Select the “Secondary” value to record. (Impedance, Voltage or Temperature) Select “Interval” and then desired recording interval. Select “Range” and then desired recording range. BITE5 Advanced 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...

  • Page 55: Viewing A Recorded Data Log

    Press “Stop” when complete. 22.2 Viewing a Recorded Data Log Select the Ohm (Ω) ICON. When the Ohm (Ω) ICON is selected to configures the unit to record ohmic values, voltage and temperature. Select “Logger” BITE5 Advanced 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...
  • Page 56 Data Logging Select “Load” Select the date of the recording. Select the desired recording. Select “OK” BITE5 Advanced 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...

  • Page 57: Rfid Tags

    23. RFID Tags The BITE5 ADVANCED supports the use of RFID tags. A tag can be configured and placed on a battery string. The operator can then scan the RFID tag with the BITE5 ADVANCED and then proceed to start testing.
  • Page 58 RFID Tags When complete scan the RFID tag by placing near the back on the BITE5 ADVANCED. An audible beep will be made when the tag is read. The RFID tag number will now show up on the configuration screen. Now when this tag is scanned this battery string configuration will be called.

  • Page 59: Configuring A Rfid Tag. For An Existing Battery String Configuration

    RFID Tags 23.2 Configuring a RFID tag. for an existing battery string configuration. Select the RECORD ICON. Select “String Ω”. Select the desired sting. Select “Edit…” BITE5 Advanced 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...
  • Page 60 RFID Tags When complete scan the RFID tag by placing near the back on the BITE5 ADVANCED. An audible beep will be made when the tag is read. The RFID tag number will now show up on the configuration screen. Now when this tag is scanned this battery string configuration will be called.

  • Page 61: Saving A Screen Snapshot

    Saving a screen snapshot 24. Saving a screen snapshot The BITE5 ADVANCED allows you to save screen images as bitmaps. To do this, momentarily press and release the Power ON/OFF button. The displayed screen shall be saved to the SD card as a bitmap file. The bitmap will be located at the following path.

  • Page 62: Noisy Strings

    Noise can cause extended measurement times due to elongated settling times. In extreme cases high signal to noise ratios may not allow a measurement. To address this situation a noise avoidance feature can be enabled on the BITE5 ADVANCED. Select the Setting ICON Select “Noise Avoidance”...

  • Page 63: Specifications

    10 °C ~ 100 °C 0.1 °C +/-1 °C +/- 2 digits Ripple voltage Range Resolution Accuracy 0–5 V 0.001 V +/- 0.5 % of reading +/- 10 digits (40 Hz – 10 KHz) BITE5 Advanced 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...
  • Page 64 Shock and vibration EN61010-1 EN60529 IEC61010-1:2010 (3rd Ed) EN61010-1:2010 (3rd Ed) IEN61326-1:2013 EN55011/A1:2010 (Class A) EN61000-3-2:2014 EN61000-3-3:2013 Weight/Dimensions Dimensions 240 x 160 x 65 mm (9.45” x 6.30” x 2.56”) Weight 0.9 kg (1.98 lbs) BITE5 Advanced 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...

  • Page 65: Accessories And Equipment

    Available with straight and 90 degree probes. 3 meter right angle probe. For use with BITE5 90043-244 extension kit. 3 meter straight probe. For use with BITE5 90043-245 extension probes. BITE5 Advanced 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...

  • Page 66: Included Accessories

    90043-244 3 meter straight probe 90043-245 3 meter clip on probe 90043-246 Extension kit with straight probe 1016-066 Extension kit with 90 degree probe 1016-064 Extension kit with straight and 90 degree probes 1016-067 BITE5 Advanced 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...

  • Page 67: Maintenance

    4 hours to complete. If the unit is operated off of the AC adapter, then the charging time will be longer. The BITE5 ADVANCED can be left connected to the charging adapter for extended periods. The batteries will not be damaged even after full charge.

  • Page 68: Calibration, Repair And Warranty

    / repair is chargeable. Megger warrants this instrument to be free from defects in materials and workmanship, where the equipment is used for its proper purpose. The warranty is limited to making good this instrument (which shall be returned intact, carriage paid, and on examination shall disclose to their satisfaction to have been defective as claimed).

  • Page 69: Approved Repair Companies

    3. Pack the instrument carefully to prevent damage in transit. 4. Before the instrument is sent to Megger, freight paid, make sure that the returns label is attached or that the RA number is clearly marked on the outside of the package and on any correspondence. Copies of the original purchase invoice and packing note should be sent simultaneously by airmail to expedite clearance through customs.

  • Page 70: Decommissioning

    30.1 WEEE Directive The crossed out wheeled bin symbol placed on Megger products is a reminder not to dispose of the product at the end of its life with general waste. Megger is registered in the UK as a Producer of Electrical and Electronic Equipment. The Registration No is WEE/ HE0146QT.

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