Evinrude E-TEC Operator's Manual page 70

Product Information
PRODUCT WARRANTY INFORMATION
BRP LIMITED WARRANTY FOR 2012 EVINRUDE OUTBOARD ENGINES USED
IN EUROPEAN UNION MEMBER STATES, TURKEY, AUSTRALIA, NEW
ZEALAND AND JAPAN
1. SCOPE OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. ("BRP") warrants its Evinrude® outboard engines that are sold by
authorized Evinrude distributors / dealers and exclusively used, during the warranty period, in European
Union member states, Turkey, Australia, New Zealand or Japan ("Product") from defects in material or
workmanship for the period and under the conditions described below. For the purpose of this limited war-
ranty.
All Evinrude/Johnson® Genuine Parts and accessories, including but not limited to propellers, gauges, oil
tanks, remote controls, wiring and key switches that are installed by an authorized distributor / dealer at
the time of sale, whether or not shipped with Product, bear the standard BRP limited warranty for
Evinrude/Johnson Genuine Parts and accessories. See your authorized distributor / dealer for a full copy
of such limited warranty.
2. EXCLUSIONS -The following are not warranted under any circumstances:
• Replacement of parts due to normal wear and tear;
• Routine maintenance parts and services including but not limited to: maintenance requirements, lower
unit oil change, lubrication, linkage adjustments and replacement of fuses, zinc anodes, thermostats,
starter motor bushings, trim motor brushes, filters and spark plugs;
• Damage caused by improper installation or lack of maintenance, winterization and/or storage, failure to
follow the procedures and recommendations in the Operator's Guide;
• Damage resulting from removal of parts, improper repairs, service, maintenance, or modification, or use
of parts or accessories not manufactured or approved by BRP, which in its reasonable judgment, are
either incompatible with Product or adversely affect its operation, performance, or durability, or resulting
from repairs done by a person that is not an authorized Distributor / Dealer;
• Damage caused by abuse, misuse, abnormal use, neglect, racing, improper operation or operation of
the Product in a manner inconsistent with the recommended operation described in the Operator's
Guide;
• Damage resulting from accident, submersion, water ingestion, fire, theft, vandalism or any act of God;
• Operation with fuels, oils or lubricants which are not suitable for use with the Product (see the Operator's
Guide);
• Damage resulting from rust or corrosion;
• Damage caused from cooling system blockage by foreign material;
• Damage resulting from sand or debris in the water pump; or
• Cosmetic or paint changes due to exposure to the elements.
This warranty will be voided in its entirety and rendered null and void where:
• Product has been altered or modified in such a way so as to adversely affect its operation, performance
or durability, or has been altered or modified to change its intended use; or
• Product is or has been used for racing or any other competitive activity, at any point, even by a prior
owner.
3. LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY
ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN
DURATION TO THE LIFE OF THE EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY.
ALL INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, DIRECT, INDIRECT OR OTHER DAMAGES OF ANY KIND ARE
EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS WARRANTY INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
expense for gasoline, expense for transporting Product to and from Distributor / Dealer, removal of
Product from a boat and reinstallation, mechanic's travel time, in-and-out of water charges, slip or dock
fees, trailering or towing, storage, telephone, cell phone, fax or telegram charges, rental of a like or
replacement Product or boat during warranty services or down time, taxi, travel, lodging, loss of or
damage to personal property, inconvenience, cost of insurance coverage, loan payments, loss of time,
loss of income, revenue or profits, or loss of enjoyment or use of Product.
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