Setting the Total Counter Reading Externally 

Use

If you want to enter an initial value for a counter, on the basis of which all further counter readings or counter reading differences are to be entered, you can do so using a measurement document.

A total counter reading that is set externally (also known as an "initial document") forms the basis for counter-based maintenance.

Procedure

  1. In the screen General Data for the measurement document, choose Edit ® Replace counter.

    2. The Replace Counter dialog box is displayed.

  2. Select the field Total CntrReadg set externally.
  3. Choose Continue.

    4. You return to the General Data screen. The field TotalCtrReading is now ready for input.

  4. Enter the required total counter reading and save the data.