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Art No. ZP-CS01E Doc. CS033663DE V04a 2018
TORKEL 900-series
Battery Load Unit

TORKEL 900-series
Battery Load Unit
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Configuring TORKEL for constant power................... 22
Select "Test Method"................................................ 22
Starting the test ........................................................ 22
Pausing the test ........................................................ 22
Ending the test.......................................................... 23
5.4 Test at constant resistance ..........................23
Preparations.............................................................. 23
Select "Test Method"................................................ 23
Starting the test ........................................................ 23
Pausing the test ........................................................ 23
Ending the test.......................................................... 23
5.5 Testing with a load profile..........................24
Preparations.............................................................. 24
Select "Test Method"................................................ 24
Starting the test ........................................................ 24
Pausing the test ........................................................ 25
Ending the test.......................................................... 25
5.6 V Logger....................................................25
Starting "V Logger" directly after a discharge test..... 25
Starting "V Logger" as a separate test ...................... 25
Ending the test.......................................................... 25
5.7 Viewing results and reporting ....................26
Viewing the results.................................................... 26
REPORT..................................................................... 26
6 External current measurement .......... 28
6.1 General......................................................28
6.2 Setting up external current measurement...28
DC clamp-on current probe....................................... 28
Troubleshooting ........................................................ 29
6.3 TORKEL used together with TXL Extra Load29
Multiple units used together ..................................... 29
Constant current, regular load connected.................. 30
7 Alarm function
........................................................... 32
7.1 Description ................................................32
Resetting the alarm................................................... 32
8 How to obtain the desired current.... 34
8.1 When a single TORKEL isn’t enough...........34
TXL connected to TORKEL ........................................ 34
How many units are needed?.................................... 34
TORKEL 910.............................................................. 35
TORKEL 950 .............................................................. 35
Contents
1 Introduction
............................................................. 6
1.1 Product description......................................6
1.2 Features and benefits...................................6
1.3 Receiving instructions...................................7
1.4 Warranty .....................................................7
Warranty repair........................................................... 7
2 Safety
............................................................. 8
2.1 Symbols on the instrument ..........................8
2.2 Safety instructions........................................8
Protection system........................................................ 9
3 Instrument description and
Accessories ....................................... 10
3.1 Top panel...................................................10
3.2 Side panel..................................................11
3.3 Included accessories...................................11
TORKEL 910.............................................................. 11
TORKEL 930/950....................................................... 11
TORKEL Viewer ......................................................... 11
3.4 Optional accessories...................................12
TXL extra loads.......................................................... 12
BVM - Battery Voltage Monitoring............................. 12
Sensing leads ............................................................ 12
Clamp-on-probe ....................................................... 12
4 Menu system
........................................................... 14
4.1 Main menu................................................14
Screen buttons.......................................................... 14
TEST menu................................................................ 14
GRAPH...................................................................... 17
RESULT...................................................................... 17
REPORT..................................................................... 18
CELLS (optional BVM)................................................ 18
4.2 TORKEL Viewer..........................................19
5 Making a test
........................................................... 20
5.1 Preparations for testing..............................20
Connecting the current cables to the battery............. 20
5.2 Test at constant current..............................21
Preparations.............................................................. 21
Select "Test Method"................................................ 21
Starting the test ........................................................ 21
Pausing the test ........................................................ 21
Ending the test.......................................................... 21
5.3 Test at constant power...............................22
Preparations.............................................................. 22

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9 Optional equipment
........................................................... 36
9.1 TXL830/850/865/870/890 (Extra Loads) ......36
Panel......................................................................... 36
Using the TXL............................................................ 36
Testing ...................................................................... 37
9.2 BVM - Battery Voltage Monitor ..................37
Power & signal connector unit................................... 38
Test with BVM and TORKEL ....................................... 38
Test with BVM – without TORKEL .............................. 40
Optional BVM equipment.......................................... 40
10 Troubleshooting
........................................................... 42
11 Calibration
........................................................... 44
11.1 General....................................................44
11.2 How to calibrate ......................................44
12 Specifications
........................................................... 46
SPECIFICATIONS
TORKEL 900-series .................................................... 46
Specifications BVM.................................................... 48
Index ....................................................... 50

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1 INTRODUCTION
1Introduction
1.1 Product description
This manual explains how to use TORKEL 900-series of
battery load units, and it also covers the optional TXL
(extra load units) and the BVM (Battery Voltage Moni-
tor) system.
The instrument is designed mainly for capacity tests.
The unit can be programmed to test a battery bank at
constant current, constant power, constant resistance
or using a user-defined load profile. TORKEL can also
be used for testing battery chargers and other electri-
cal equipment that require resistive load testing.
The BVM (Battery Voltage Monitor) is a battery voltage
measurement device that is used for monitoring of cell
voltages and battery blocks in battery banks com-
monly found in electrical power sub-stations, telecom
facilities and computer data center UPS systems.
1.2 Features and benefits
Model overview
TORKEL 910 930 950
Current (max) 110 A 220 A 220 A
Voltage (max) 300 V 300 V 500 V
BVM functionality No Yes Yes
Charging measurement No Yes Yes
Full report functionality No Yes Yes

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1.3 Receiving instructions
▪Check the equipment received against the packing list to
ensure that all materials are present. Notify Megger of any
shortage.
▪Examine the instrument for damage received in transit. If
damage is discovered, file a claim with the carrier at once
and notify Megger, giving a detailed description of the
damage.
▪This instrument has been thoroughly tested and inspected
to meet rigid specifications before being shipped. It
is ready for use when set up as indicated in this user
manual.
1.4 Warranty
Products supplied by Megger are warranted against
defects in material and workmanship for a period of
one year following shipment.
Our liability is specifically limited to replacing or repair-
ing, at our option, defective equipment.
This warranty does not include batteries, lamps or
other expendable items, where the original manufac-
turer’s warranty shall apply.
We make no other warranty. The warranty is void
in the event of negligence abuse (failure to follow
recommended operating procedures) or failure by the
customer to perform specific maintenance as indi-
cated in this manual.
Warranty repair
Equipment returned to the factory for repair must be
shipped prepaid and insured.
Contact your Megger representative for instructions
and a return authorization (RA) number.
Please indicate all pertinent information, including
problem symptoms.
Also specify the serial number and the catalog num-
ber of the unit.

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2Safety
2.1 Symbols on the
instrument
Caution, refer to accompanying docu-
ments.
Caution, risk of electric shock.
Hot, do not cover
Protective conductor terminal.
WEEE, Waste Electronic Equipment.
Please utilize your local WEEE collec-
tion facilities in the disposition of this
product and otherwise observe all
applicable requirements.
The unit can also be returned to
Megger at any time at no charge for
the disposal.
2.2 Safety instructions
▪All safety and operating instructions must be read before
using TORKEL.
▪All safety and operating instructions for TORKEL must be
followed.
▪All safety and operating instructions must be retained for
future reference.
WARNING
1. The electrical voltage and current used in battery
testing is potentially lethal.
Ensure that the AC supply is disconnected and any
battery under test is disconnected before attempt-
ing any cleaning or maintenance of TORKEL.
2. Connection and disconnection procedures are
extremely important. Be sure to follow the
instructions carefully..
3. Do not touch conducting parts of the clamps on
the current cables or the voltage sensing cables
when they are connected to TORKEL.
4. Never connect a TORKEL to a voltage higher
than specified.
5. Misuse of TORKEL can be extremely dangerous.
6. Inspect cable connections to make sure there is
no short circuit.
7. Use an easily accessible power outlet. This will
ensure that you can disconnect the power
quickly in case of a problem.
8. When a lead acid battery is charged or dis-
charged i.e. when there is a current flow
through the battery it is always a risk that the
battery can explode.
If there is a bad connection inside the battery
and there is a current flow - the connection will
burn off and there will be an arc, which will
ignite the oxyhydrogen gas in the battery.
For new open (vented) batteries the risk is me-
dium to low but in old VRLA (sealed) batteries
the risk is medium to high.
9. To minimize the risk for personnel injuries:
Always place TORKEL/TXL as far away from the
battery as possible. Never stand close to a bat-
tery during charge/discharge.

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10. Too high discharge current applied on a battery
can cause the battery to explode or get over-
heated. Be sure to not set too high current.
11. If the external current measurement is inter-
rupted or giving false values during the test, the
current will rise to a higher level than the set
value before the test is shut down. If the battery
is too small for this current or in a bad condition
- it may explode.
12.
Never use the TORKEL/TXL Extra Load in an explo-
sive environment. Never put the TORKEL/TXL Extra
Load where it can be reached by battery gas.
13. Improperly connected cables carrying high cur-
rent can cause fire. Make sure that the cables are
not twisted in such a way that could cause them
to turn and come loose from the connector.
14. Make sure that there is no dust or dirt in or
around the cooling fans before starting a
discharge test. After starting a discharge test,
check that the fans are running properly and
that the airflow is good. Make sure no hair or
clothing is sucked into the fans.
15. Position TORKEL/TXL Extra Load where air flow
is unobstructed and where it does not come into
contact with any flammable or heat-sensitive
material. Keep a free distance of 1.5 m (5 ft)
to the vertical sides of TORKEL/TXL and 2.0 m
(6.5 ft) above TORKEL/TXL.
16.
Do not place TORKEL a) near another TORKEL,
a TXL Extra Load or any other heat source or b)
where the cooling airflow can be blocked. TORKEL
will overheat if there is insufficient cooling.
17. External current shunt may not be used above
300 V DC
18. Do not use any other equipment other than
what is provided or specified.
Important
1. When using the external current measurement
function:
▪Always replace the CT internal battery before a
test or use the 9 V DC out from TORKEL.
▪Set the correct current ratio in the external current
measurement menu.
2. Do not use liquid detergents or aero-sols when
cleaning TORKEL or TXL units. Use a damp
cloth.
3. If TORKEL has been stored below freezing for
an extended period of time, you must allow 3
hours for it to adapt to room temperature.
4. At high ambient temperatures and high loads,
TORKEL will employ a heat reduction discharge
scheme that under certain circumstances might
induce a high frequency audible noise. This is
normal, but can be taken as an indication that
TORKEL is working close to its temperature
limits.
Protection system
The unit has built-in protection system against over-
heating and malfunctioning cooling fans. A built-in
circuit breaker is an important component in the
safety system. If the temperature will be too high and/
or the cooling fans malfunction, the circuit breaker
will trip. There is also a melting fuse connected in
series with the circuit breaker.
Always follow the safety instructions in section 2.2.

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3Instrument description and Accessories
3.1 Top panel
12
45
11 13
12
7
9
8
10
6
3
1. TXL STOP
Output used for stop discharging from an external
device (TXL). Galvanically isolated.
2. SERVICE
Connector for service purposes only.
3. ALARM
Output equipped with a relay contact for trigger-
ing an external alarm device.
4. DC OUT
9 V output for external current clamp.
5. I EXT ≤1 V
Input used to measure current in an external path
by means of a DC clamp-on current probe or a
current shunt.
6. Display
Touch screen 7"
7. BVM1, BVM2
USB connections for BVM units.
8. USB connection
For USB memory stick.
The USB memory stick must be FAT32 formatted.
9. Ethernet connection
For service of the instrument.
10.EMERGENCY STOP
Push to stop.
The connection to the test object (battery bank) is
interrupted in the same way as if mains would fail.
In addition, a separate signal will stop the electron-
ics and the discharge process stops.
The emergency stop works even if the electronics
fail.
Reset the button by turning it right
11. Control knob
For entering settings etc. Press to confirm a setting.
12.Buzzer
For alarms.
13.ON/OFF switch

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3.2 Side panel
15
16 1817
14
14.
Protective conductor terminal
15.MAINS
Connector for mains supply.
16.
+
Connection terminal (+) for the battery (or other
DC source)
17. VOLTAGE SENSE
Input for sensing voltage at the battery terminals.
Impedance to the battery current terminals is
>1 M
18..–
Connection terminal (-) for the battery (or other DC
source).
3.3 Included accessories
TORKEL 910
Cable set
Cable set, 2 x 3 m, 25 mm2(10 ft), for connecting
TORKEL to the battery.
Cable set (GA-00550)
TORKEL 930/950
Cable set
Cable set, 2 x 3 m, 70 mm2(10 ft), for connecting
TORKEL to the battery.
Cable set (GA-09550)
TORKEL Viewer
TORKEL Viewer can be used to edit and print out reports

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3.4 Optional accessories
TXL extra loads
See chapter "9 Optional equipment" on page 36
BVM - Battery Voltage Monitoring
Enables automatic battery cell voltage logging during
capacity tests. Up to 2x120 units can be used (Daisy-
chain).
For complete information see the BVM data sheet.
Sensing leads
For measuring voltage at battery terminals. 2 x 5 m
(16.4 ft).
Sensing lead set (GA-00210)
Clamp-on-probe
Clamp-on probe, 1000 A DC.
To measure current in external circuit.
Clamp-on-probe (X A-12991)
Extension cables
Extension for GA-00550, 2x3 m, 25 mm2, male / female.
Extension cable set (GA-00552)
Extension for GA-09550, 2 x 3 m, 70 mm2, male / fe-
male.
Extension cable set, high rating (GA-09552)

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4Menu system
4.1 Main menu
Screen buttons
Confirm
Exit without changes
Run
Pause the test to make any cor-
rections/changes in the settings*)
Stop
Temperature compensation
Shown when compensation is
enabled
Quick guide
Open test file library
New test
Test configuration
Information bar
Shows messages and is used for
acknowledge alarms
Information field
Shows voltage and current
*)The pause time has limitations regulated by inter-
national standards. If the pause time is too long the
battery may have to be recharged before a new test is
done.
TEST menu
Test method
A test can be made in six test methods, "Constant I"
is default.
1] Press the button and select test method.
▪Constant I (current)
▪Constant P (power)
▪Constant R (resistance)
▪Profile I (current profile)
▪Profile P (power profile)
▪V Logger (Current with monitoring during charge)
A] For Constant I, P or R you press the numeric
field and make the settings for the parameter
using the On-screen keyboard or the control
knob.
B] For Profile I or Profile P a new tab will be
shown on top of the screen together with a
window for the settings.
Here you configure your profile and press to
start the test or press TEST to return to the test menu.
C] For V Logger the voltage will be logged dur-
ing charge. You can set time values for warn-
ing and stop.
Warning and stop limit parameters
You can set TORKEL to issue a warning and/or to stop:
▪When the voltage has reached a certain level.
▪When a certain amount of capacity is discharged.
▪After a specified time.
▪When a cell voltage has reached a certain level (if BVM is
used, see section "9.2 BVM - Battery Voltage Monitor" on
page 37).

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The warning and stop limits can be set and changed
during a test.
The settings for the warning and stop levels are inde-
pendent of each other.
See also chapter "7 Alarm function" on page 32
Warning limit
When a "Warning" limit is reached, the "information
bar" turns yellow and the warning cause is displayed.
The alarm buzzer sounds as well.
The warning is confirmed by pressing the "informa-
tion bar" and the alarm buzzer stops to sound.
Stop limit
When a "Stop" criteria is reached, the "information
bar" turns red and the cause of stop is displayed.
Note This means that the discharge is stopped and
you can change parameters and continue the
test or press to close the test.
When BVM stop limit is set and a BVM gets
loose during test, the test stops.
Setting the limit parameters
1] Press the numeric field and make the settings
for the limit parameter using the On-screen
keyboard or using the control knob (press to
confirm).
2] Enable the limit by touching the checkbox.
3] Go on with the desired parameters.
Test configuration
1] Press
ID Labels
2] Click the label fields and enter the informa-
tion as desired.
Settings
▪Select Internal (prefault) or External.
For external current clamp / current shunt set the Ratio,
see section"6.2 Setting up external current measurement"
on page 28.
▪If desired enable temperature compensation.
▪If desired enable cell numbering from plus (default
numbering is from minus).
Temperature compensation
If temperature compensation is enabled, see above, a
button will be shown in TEST menu.
1] Press to make settings for the tempera-
ture compensated test.
2] Press button to the right to enable Rate or
Time correction.

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You can select according to IEEE and IEC
standards or Manual setting:
Rate Correction
The rate compensation is for capacity tests up to 1
hour. Depending on the set temperature the nominal
current will change.
It will be reflected in the “TEST SETTING” menu.
In this example 100 A is set as nominal current. The
temperature is set to 35 degrees.
It gives a compensated current discharge level on
107.5 A.
Rate compensated. 200 A nominal current, compen-
sated 215.1 A discharge current
Nominal capacity calculated on 200 A => nominal
capacity 33 Ah
measured capacity 42.4Ah and from that get cor-
rected capacity 39.4Ah.
Corrected capacity % => 39.4Ah / 33Ah = 119.5%
Time Correction
The time compensation is for tests longer than 1 hour.
Measured capacity 52.7Ah / comp factor at 40°C
(1.134) gives corrected capacity 46.5Ah. And cor-
rected capacity in % rel. to nom. capacity 46.5 / 37 =
1.256. Meaning 125.6%.
Language
▪Manage language files for the internal software and select
Uor Vas the symbol for voltage.
About
▪Information about software version etc.
▪Upgrade License.
A license file is to be copied to TORKEL
Upgrade can be performed to TORKEL 930/950.
System
▪Select external keyboard.
▪Set the time
▪Simulator mode
Using simulator mode you are can simulate a test
without a battery and BVM connected.
1] Enable "Simulator available".
2] Shut down and restart TORKEL.
3] During start of TORKEL select the “BVM
Simulator “ button and “Simulator”.
4] When the start menu appears, tap on the
space bar and select “Connected”
After a short while, the button gets

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activated. From here a discharge test simula-
tion with BVM can be performed.
5] When the TORKEL has been turned off,
the simulator mode will be disabled when
TORKEL is turned on again.
Calibration
See section "11.2 How to calibrate" on page 44.
Test Manager
The database can store up to 20 tests.
1] Press
2] Select a test by marking the checkbox.
3] You can use the buttons at the bottom for
actions described below:
to open a test
to put test in the trash can
to undelete all tests
to save test on USB stick for use in PC
to import data from USB
to save a test in TORKEL Win format
wich makes it possible to open it in
TORKEL Win
GRAPH
Graph settings
1] Press
Make settings for the axis. Above is an example of a
setting that will show the voltage curve.
Zoom
1] Press to zoom the graph
2] Set scale for y-axis and set the offset value or
select Auto scale.
RESULT
After ending a test you can go into the different tabs
to se the result.
1] In the RESULT and BATTERY tabs you can add
information by pressing the "Edit" button.

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By pressing in the diagram, test data for the selected time
will be shown in the table.
The specific time interval can also be examined by
zooming the time axle.
1] Press in the diagram were you want to exam-
ine details on the voltage curve.
2] Press the control knob shortly and turn it
clockwise to zoom. Tap on the diagram and
to scroll the cursor for this time interval.
3] To return to the full test, press the control
knob shortly and turn it counterclockwise.
REPORT
4] The saved tests can be stored on an USB
memory stick and transferred to a PC. The
included PC software TORKEL Viewer can
be used to edit and print out reports. Edited
reports can be transferred back to TORKEL
i.e. you can design the test and settings in
TORKEL Viewer.
Note The USB memory stick must be FAT32 format-
ted.
CELLS (optional BVM)
When using the optional BVM equipment you get
information of the cell voltages, see also section "9.2
BVM - Battery Voltage Monitor" on page 37.
Diagram shows voltage per cell during the test.
▪The LIVE voltage means the present voltage
▪The FLOAT voltage means the voltage read prior to
removing the battery charger.
▪The START voltage is when the discharge tests start.
1] By pressing a cell bar, readings can be seen in
the table as the "Sel" value.

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4.2 TORKEL Viewer
TORKEL Viewer is delivered together with TORKEL
(not with TORKEL 910) on a USB stick.
TORKEL Viewer runs under MS windows 7,8 and 10.
1] Double click the:
“TORKEL Viewer Setup.msi” file.
2] Follow instructions and the TORKEL Viewer
will be installed on your computer.
Note After installation you can find a demo file at
C:\Program Files (x86)\Megger\Torkel Viewer\
Reporting.
3] Click to open the program.
▪The "Report " tab includes several settings and options
on how to set up the test report.
With the “Save test file” button a test can be prepared in
advance with information of the test object.
▪The “Plot” tab gives you the possibility to check the
battery measurements or the BVM voltages diagram.
By right click and drag on the y-scale of resp. entity the
diagram lines can be modified.
The time scale can also be adjusted by right click and drag
the scale.
By placing the cursor in the diagram and scrolling with
mouse, zooming of the time scale will be done.
Clicking the “Auto zoom” will reset the diagram to the
default appearance.
Clicking the “Export Plot” button will export the diagram
in a .png format.
The BVM measurements can also be examined by
selecting the BVM voltage diagram in the “Choose plot to
display”.
The diagram can be moved by right click and drag.
Each voltage cell can be checked by clicking on the cell
bar. Float, start and end values are presented.
▪The “Preview” tab is simply a way of checking the report
after modification, prior saving or print out of the report.
▪The "TorkelCalc" tab is used for calculating how many
TORKELs and TXLs are needed.
▪The "Settings" tab contains, among other things,
language setting.

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5 MAKING A TEST
5Making a test
5.1 Preparations for testing
WARNING
See the chapter "2.2 Safety instructions"
on page 8.
1] Connect TORKEL to the mains voltage.
2] Switch on TORKEL.
The display will show the following after a
short time:
Connecting the current cables to
the battery
Important
Connection and disconnection procedures
are extremely important. Be sure to fol-
low the instructions.
Use the cables supplied with TORKEL or other cables
of suitable size. Follow the numbered steps that are
set forth below. Inspect each connection to make sure
it is securely fitted.
1] Connect one end of the first cable to the
negative (-) terminal on TORKEL.
2] Connect the other end of the first cable to
the negative (-) pole of the battery.
3] Connect one end of the second cable to the
positive (+) pole of the battery.
4] Connect the other end of the second cable to
the positive (+) terminal on TORKEL.
Tip
To get a more accurate voltage reading when
current cables are long and the discharge
current is high.
Connect the voltage sensing cables between
the “VOLTAGE SENSE” input on TORKEL and
the battery terminals.
The sensing cables (dotted lines) are normally not needed.
Note TORKEL automatically selects the voltage
range when voltage is applied to the high-
current terminals.
If load polarity is incorrect the load will not
be connected internally. On the display the
”space bar” will be red and an alarm will
sound. This is true for both the battery and
voltage sense terminals.
You can start a test in any of the menus.
While test is running you can go into any tab
and pause the test and make changes and
continue the test.