Xylem Ai1 Series Quick Start Manual page 2

Warranty
Ai1 products are warranted for twelve (12) months subject to this limited warranty
Limited Warranty: Ai1 products are warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal
use and service for twelve months from the date of shipment unless otherwise specified. Batteries, desiccant, and
other consumables have no warranty. The Manufacturers obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or
replacing (at the Manufacturers option) defective Products, which shall be the sole and exclusive remedy under this
warranty. Products may not be returned without prior authorization. The Customer assumes all costs of removing,
reinstalling, and shipping Products to The Manufacturer. For all returns, The Customer must fill out a "Statement of
Product Cleanliness and Decontamination" form and comply with the requirements specified in it. The Manufacturer
reserves the right to refuse service on products that were exposed to contaminants that may cause health or safety
concerns. The Manufacturer will return such Products by surface carrier prepaid within Australia. To all other
locations, The Manufacturer will return such Products best way CIP (port of entry) per Incoterms ® 2010. This
warranty shall not apply to any Products which have been subjected to modification, misuse, neglect, improper
service, accidents of nature, or shipping damage. This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or
implied. The warranty for services performed by The Manufacturer such as programming to Customer specifications
or product specific training, is part of The Manufacturers product warranty. Ai1 products are intended to be part of
a well maintained and comprehensive monitoring system. Reliable operation depends on suitable site selection,
correct installation, real time monitoring of data, adequate maintenance and investigation of alarm and diagnostic
information. Stations are designed to be mounted above water, submersion may result in damage. All ownership
and risk transfers to the purchaser at the time of shipment. The Manufacturer does not accept any liability or
consequential damages for any failure of systems supplied. Repair or service of the system is only to be handled by
factory trained technicians. No service by The Customer is allowed. Refer to terms and conditions of sale for full
details. THE MANUFACTURER EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS AND EXCLUDES ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. The Manufacturer hereby disclaims, to the fullest
extent allowed by applicable law, any and all warranties and conditions with respect to the Products, whether
express, implied or statutory, other than those expressly provided herein.
Precautions
DANGER — MANY HAZARDS ARE ASSOCIATED WITH INSTALLING, USING, MAINTAINING, AND WORKING ON OR
NEAR ROADS, RIVERS, WATER BODIES, ELEVATED PLATFORMS, REMOTE LOCATIONS AND OTHER SIMILAR HAZARDS.
You are responsible for conformance with governing codes and regulations, including safety regulations, and the
integrity and location of sites. Installation sites should be evaluated and approved by a qualified engineer. Prior to
performing site or installation work, obtain required approvals and permits. Comply with all governing permits and
use only qualified personnel. The use of licensed and qualified contractors is highly recommended. Read all
applicable instructions carefully and understand procedures thoroughly before beginning work. Wear all relevant
personal protective equipment, including a hardhat and eye protection, and take other appropriate safety
precautions while working. You can be killed or sustain serious bodily injury if the system you are installing,
constructing, using, or maintaining, or a tool, stake, or anchor, come in contact with overhead or underground utility
lines. Prior to performing site or installation work, inform all utility companies and have all underground utilities
marked. Comply with all electrical codes. Electrical equipment and related grounding devices should be installed by a
licensed and qualified electrician. Protect all equipment from over-voltage, water and electrostatic discharge. Do
not perform any work in inclement weather, including wind, rain, snow, lightning, etc. Periodically (at least yearly)
check for wear and damage, including corrosion, stress cracks, frayed cables, loose clamps, fastener tightness,
electrical ground connections, etc. and take necessary corrective actions. While every attempt is made to embody
the highest degree of safety in all Measurement Science products, the customer assumes all risk from any injury
resulting from improper installation, use or maintenance of these products. The Manufacturer recommends a level
of calibration appropriate to the application, and recommends, at a minimum, recalibration every three years
Measurement Science products including the Ai1 and SDI12 sensors are distributed
globally by Xylem Analytics. Please contact your local distributor for support services.