# NAKS Consumables User Guide

## What is the NAKS Consumables Module?

The NAKS Consumables module manages NAKS-approved welding consumables and materials. This module helps track approved consumables, manage consumable inventory, and ensure proper NAKS consumable compliance.

## Getting Started

To access NAKS Consumables:
1. Login to the system
2. Click on **Welding** in the main menu
3. Select **NAKS Consumables** from the submenu

## Key Features

### Primary Functions
- **Consumable Management**: Manage NAKS-approved consumables
- **Inventory Control**: Control consumable inventory
- **Approval Tracking**: Track consumable approvals
- **Documentation**: Maintain consumable documentation

### Secondary Functions
- **Report Generation**: Generate consumable reports
- **Supplier Management**: Manage consumable suppliers
- **Quality Control**: Monitor consumable quality
- **Compliance Monitoring**: Monitor consumable compliance

## How to Use

### Managing NAKS Consumables
1. Click **"Manage Consumables"** button
2. Select consumable for management
3. Review consumable specifications
4. Update inventory information
5. Track approval status
6. Monitor quality control
7. Generate consumable reports

### Consumable Management
1. Review NAKS-approved consumables
2. Update inventory levels
3. Track approval status
4. Monitor quality control
5. Generate consumable reports

### Consumable Categories
- **Electrodes**: Welding electrodes
- **Wires**: Welding wires
- **Gases**: Shielding gases
- **Fluxes**: Welding fluxes

## Best Practices

### Usage Guidelines
- ✅ Use only NAKS-approved consumables
- ✅ Monitor inventory levels regularly
- ✅ Track consumable quality
- ✅ Maintain proper documentation

### Quality Assurance
- ✅ Verify consumable approval status
- ✅ Monitor consumable quality
- ✅ Track inventory accuracy
- ✅ Regular review of consumable processes

## Troubleshooting

### Common Issues
1. **Consumable not approved**: Check NAKS approval status
2. **Inventory errors**: Verify inventory levels and calculations
3. **Quality issues**: Review quality control procedures

### Getting Help
- Contact the Welding department for technical support
- Consult NAKS consumables procedures and guidelines
- Check consumable approval and inventory status