Create Parameters

Explanation

Use this activity to create a new parameter, e.g., pressure, temperature, oil level. 

Parameters are connected to objects and are used for criteria based PM actions. When a measured value has been entered against a parameter, and the value surpasses a certain limit defined on a PM action, a work order will be generated from the PM action when running the Criteria Generation job.

Each parameter must have a type of either Accumulated or Limit. The Accumulated type is used to specify a cumulative value, for example operation time. The Limit type is used to specify a maximum and/or minimum value, for example pressure, temperature, water flow, oil level etc.   

Each parameter must have the requirement for a Meter ID specified. Mandatory is used to ensure a Meter ID is always recorded with a measurement. Optional allows for a Meter ID to be recorded, but is not mandatory. Not Used removes the requirement for an ID - an ID cannot be recorded. Once a Meter ID has been recorded against an object parameter, it can only be changed using the Meter Change process.

Prerequisites

N/A

System Effects

As a result of this activity, a new parameter is created and you can make entries with parameters on equipment objects, PM actions, and measurements.

Window

Maintenance Basic Data

Related Window Descriptions

Maintenance Basic Data 
Maintenance Basic Data/Parameters

Procedure

1. Open the Maintenance Basic Data window and click the Parameters tab. 
2. Create a new record (F5).
3. In the Parameter field, enter an identity for a parameter.
4. In the Description field, enter a short description of the parameter.
5. In the Value Type field, specify whether the parameter is a Limit or Accumulated type.
6. In the Meter ID Required field, specify whether the meter ID is Mandatory, Optional or Not Used.
7. Save the information (F12).