Duties Of The Owner; Warranty Limitations - NOVOTEST UD3701 Operation Manual

Operation manual
Ultrasonic Flaw Detector NOVOTEST UD3701
cannot exceed the restrictions (on the time of operation of the device or operating time) specified in the
conditions of the basic guarantee.
 built-in rechargeable batteries;
 gaskets, if they are removed in connection with the concomitant adjustment;
 oil and working fluids.
3.3.4.2 Wear parts
The parts listed below either have a limited service life, or may require replacement (adjustment)
because of the damage. However, these parts are covered by the basic NOVOTEST warranty for 12
months or until the first scheduled maintenance of the device (whichever comes first):
 probes and their components;
 connecting cables;
 details and mechanisms exposed to mechanical influences during operation.
Note: Details, which are wearing by friction (such as knives, cutters, movable probe parts,
ultrasonic piezoelectric probes, details with support platforms and so on.), are not covered by the
basic guarantee NOVOTEST if these parts fail due to normal wear during the device usage. However,
if during the warranty period these parts fail due to an initial defect in the material or workmanship,
they will be repaired or replaced according to the basic warranty.

3.3.5 Duties of the owner

The "Operation Manual" contain information on the proper operation and maintenance of the
device.
Proper operation and maintenance of the device will help the user avoid expensive repairs caused
by incorrect operation, neglect or improper maintenance. In addition, following our recommendations
increases the life of the device. Therefore, the owner of the device should:
 If a defect or fault is detected, send the device as soon as possible to the manufacturer or an
authorized NOVOTEST dealer for warranty repairs. This will help to minimize the repair
required by the device.
 Carry out maintenance for your appliance in accordance with the operating instructions.
Note: Neglect of periodic maintenance of the device in accordance with the prescribed schedule
deprives the user of the rights to warranty repair or replacement of defective parts.
 When servicing the appliance, use only original spare parts and NOVOTEST service fluids
(which are marked accordingly).
 Make notes about instrument maintenance, save all invoices and receipts. If necessary,
they will serve as proof that the maintenance was carried out in time, using the
recommended spare parts and operating fluids. This will help the user with warranty claims
for defects that may occur as a result of maintenance schedule neglecting or using of
unauthorized parts or materials.
 Regularly clean the instrument housing and probes of the device in accordance with
NOVOTEST recommendations.
 Keep operating and storage conditions in accordance with NOVOTEST recommendations.

3.3.6 Warranty Limitations

NOVOTEST is not responsible for repair or replacement of parts in case of one of the following
factors:
 Damage caused by negligent/improper device operating, a natural disaster, water intrusion
by an accident into the device, probe, accessories and parts of the device (not a
manufacturing defect) or off-label device use;
 Operational wear of parts;
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