PS0151

Access tool life data: Press OFFSET/SETTING softkey, then select TOOL LIFE MGMT or press SYSTEM > T-LIFE to view the tool life management screen. Identify the tool number generating the alarm.

Check the current count versus life limit for the alarmed tool. Verify columns for LIFE (limit value), COUNT (current usage), and STATUS. If COUNT equals or exceeds LIFE, the tool requires replacement or reset.

Replace the physical tool with a new one or reconditioned tool, then reset the tool life counter to zero by cursor positioning to the alarmed tool and pressing RESET softkey or entering 0 in the COUNT field.

Ensure the tool is physically replaced before resetting the counter to prevent using worn tooling.

Clear the alarm by pressing RESET button, then verify tool life management is active by checking parameters P6800#0 (TLM: Tool Life Management enable) = 1 and P6805 (life count type: 0=count, 1=time). Resume operation and monitor.

Navigate to SYSTEM > T-LIFE screen and review the LIFE column value for the alarmed tool. Verify this value matches engineering specifications and recommended tool manufacturer guidelines for tool longevity.

Check parameter P6805 (tool life count type): 0 = piece count, 1 = time in minutes. Ensure the setting matches your tool management strategy and that LIFE values are entered in correct units.

If the life limit is incorrect, modify the LIFE value in the tool life management table. Ensure parameter P3290#0 (WRT: Write enable for tool life data) = 1 to allow editing. Update to appropriate value based on tool spec.

Coordinate with process engineering before changing tool life limits to ensure part quality standards are maintained.

Reset the tool counter if necessary, clear alarm with RESET button, and test cycle. Monitor first parts for quality to validate new life limit settings.

Verify physical tool condition by inspecting the tool in the spindle or turret. Check for actual wear indicators (edge chipping, coating wear, dimensional changes) to confirm if tool truly needs replacement.

Review maintenance logs or operator notes to determine if tool was recently changed. Cross-reference with tool life COUNT value on SYSTEM > T-LIFE screen to identify if counter was not reset.

If tool is confirmed to be new or recently changed, reset the COUNT field to 0 on the tool life management screen. Press INPUT after entering 0 to register the reset.

Implement procedural controls: establish standard work requiring operators to reset tool life counters immediately after tool changes. Consider using parameter P6811 (tool life warning threshold) to provide advance notice before alarm occurs.