The Components tab allows you to log all sub-components associated with an item of equipment. A sample of the Components grid appears below. You can sort items in the grid by clicking on the headings. An up or down arrow will appear indicating ascending or descending order. Click the heading again to change directions.
To add a component to the grid, follow the steps below:
Right - click in the grid and select Add Record. The following window will appear:
Select a component from the user-defined pick list. This defines how the component is related to the item of equipment (i.e. base unit, auxiliary equipment, etc.)
Note: This field is required in order to save the record.
Enter a description of the component in the field provided.
Select a Manufacturer from the pick list. This is a shared field with the Equipment, Fleet, and Fleet Component modules.
Record additional details about the component as needed. These include specifications, quantity, model number, serial number, year, and status.
Enter the Installation Date and Inactive Date, if such applies.
Use the large text field at the bottom of the screen to include any additional notes.
Save and close the record. You can then use the functions in the grid to view, edit, or delete the record.
