Unless otherwise specified, all commercial cooking equipment
manufactured by WELLS MFG. CO. is warranted against
defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year
from the date of original installation or 18 months from the date
of shipment from our factory, whichever comes first, and is for
the benefit of the original purchaser only.
THIS WARRANTY IS THE COMPLETE AND ONLY
WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED IN LAW OR IN
FACT, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, AND/OR FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IN CONNECTION WITH
WELLS MFG. CO. PRODUCTS. This warranty is void if it is
determined that, upon inspection by an authorized service
agency, the equipment has been modified, misused,
misapplied, improperly installed, or damaged in transit or by
fire, flood or act of God. It also does not apply if the serial
nameplate has been removed, or if service is performed by
unauthorized personnel. The prices charged by Wells Mfg. Co.
for its products are based upon the limitations in this warranty.
Seller’s obligation under this warranty is limited to the repair of
defects without charge by a Wells Mfg. Co. factory authorized
service agency or one of its sub-service agencies. This service
will be provided on customer’s premises for non-portable
models. Portable models (a device with a cord and plug) must
be taken or shipped to the closest authorized service agency,
transportation charges prepaid, for service. In addition to
restrictions contained in this warranty, specific limitations are
shown in the Service Policy and Procedure Guide. Wells Mfg.
Co. authorized service agencies are located in principal cities.
This warranty is valid in the United States and Canada and void
elsewhere. Please consult your classified telephone directory,
your foodservice equipment dealer or write:
Factory Service Department, Wells Manufacturing Company,
P.O. Box 280, Verdi, Nevada 89439,
phone (775) 689-5700 or (888) 492-2782,
for information and other details concerning warranty.
LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT
SERVICE POLICY AND PROCEDURE GUIDE
ADDITIONAL WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS
1. Resetting of safety thermostats, circuit breakers, over
load protectors, and/or fuse replacements are not
covered by this warranty unless warranted conditions
are the cause.
2. All problems due to operation at voltages or phase
other than specified on equipment nameplates are
not covered by this warranty.
Conversion to correct voltage and/or phase must be
the customer’s responsibility.
3. All problems due to electrical connections not made
in accordance with electrical code requirements
and wiring diagrams supplied with the equipment are
not covered by this warranty.
4. Replacement of items subject to normal wear, to
include such items as knobs, light bulbs; and, normal
maintenance functions including adjustments of
thermostats, adjustment of micro switches and
replacement of fuses and indicating lights are not
covered by warranty.
5. Damage to electrical cords and/or plug due to exposure to
excessive heat are not covered by this warranty.
6. Full use, care, and maintenance instructions supplied with
each machine. Noted maintenance and preventative
maintenance items, such as servicing and cleaning
schedules, are customer responsibility. Those
miscellaneous adjustments noted are customer
responsibility. Proper attention to preventative
maintenance and scheduled maintenance procedures
will prolong the life of the appliance.
7. Travel mileage is limited to sixty (60) miles from an
Authorized Service Agency or one of its sub-service
agencies.
8. All labor shall be performed during regular working hours.
Overtime premium will be charged to the buyer.
9. All genuine Wells replacement parts are warranted for
ninety (90) days from date of purchase on non-warranty
equipment. This parts warranty is limited only to
replacement of the defective part(s). Any use of
non-genuine Wells parts completely voids any
warranty.
10.Installation, labor, and job check-outs are not
considered warranty and are thus not covered by this
warranty.
11.Charges incurred by delays, waiting time or operating
restrictions that hinder the service technician’s ability to
perform service are not covered by warranty. This
includes institutional and correctional facilities.
NOTE: For your protection, please note that equipment in
this shipment was carefully inspected and packaged by
skilled personnel before leaving the factory.
Upon acceptance of this shipment, the transportation
company assumes full responsibility for its safe delivery.
IF SHIPMENT ARRIVES DAMAGED:
1. VISIBLE LOSS OR DAMAGE: Be certain that any
visible loss or damage is noted on the freight bill or
express receipt, and that the note of loss or damage is
signed by the delivery person.
2. FILE CLAIM FOR DAMAGE IMMEDIATELY:
Regardless of the extent of the damage.
3. CONCEALED LOSS OR DAMAGE: if damage is
unnoticed until the merchandise is unpacked, notify the
transportation company or carrier immediately, and file
“CONCEALED DAMAGE” claim with them. This
should be done within fifteen (15) days from the date
the delivery was made to you. Be sure to retain the
container for inspection.
Wells Manufacturing cannot assume liability for damage or
loss incurred in transit. We will, however, at your request,
supply you with the necessary documents to support your
claim.
SHIPPING DAMAGE CLAIM PROCEDURE
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