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Section 5: Reference
Limited Warranty
Smiths Medical MD, Inc. (the “Manufacturer”) warrants to the Original Purchaser that the infusion
pump (the “Pump”), not including accessories, shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship
under normal use, if used in accordance with this Operator’s Manual, for a period of one year from
the actual date of sale to the Original Purchaser. THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES.
is warranty does not cover normal wear and tear and maintenance items, and specically excludes
batteries, administration sets, extension sets or any other accessory items or equipment used with
the Pump.
Subject to the conditions of and upon compliance with this Limited Warranty, the Manufacturer
will repair or replace at its option without charge (except for a minimal charge for postage and
handling) any Pump (not including accessories) which is defective if a claim is made during such
one-year period.
e following conditions, procedures, and limitations apply to the Manufacturer’s obligation under
this warranty:
A. Parties Covered by this Warranty: is warranty extends only to the Original Purchaser of
the Pump. is warranty does not extend to subsequent purchasers. e Original Purchaser may be
a patient, medical personnel, a hospital, or institution which purchases the Pump for treatment of
patients. e Original Purchaser should retain the invoice or sales receipt as proof as to the actual
date of purchase.
B. Warranty Performance Procedure: Notice of the claimed defect must be made in writing or by
telephone to the Manufacturer as follows: Smiths Medical MD, Inc., 1265 Grey Fox Road, St. Paul
MN 55112 USA, 1 800.426.2448 (USA), +1 651.633.2556 or Smiths Medical International Ltd.
WD24 4LG UK, +44 (0)1923 246434. Notice to the Manufacturer must include date of purchase,
model and serial number, and a description of the claimed defect in sucient detail to allow the
Manufacturer to determine and facilitate any repairs which may be necessary. AUTHORIZATION
MUST BE OBTAINED PRIOR TO RETURNING THE PUMP. If authorized, the Pump must be
properly and carefully packaged and returned to the Manufacturer, postage prepaid. Any loss or
damage during shipment is at the risk of the sender.
C. Conditions of Warranty: e warranty is void if the Pump has been 1) repaired by someone
other than the Manufacturer or its authorized agent; 2) altered so that its stability or reliability is
aected; 3) misused; or, 4) damaged by negligence or accident. Misuse includes, but is not limited to,
use not in compliance with the Operator’s Manual or use with nonapproved accessories. e Pump
is a sealed unit, and the fact that the seal has been broken will be considered conclusive evidence
that the Pump has been altered or misused. Removal or damage to the Pump’s serial number will
invalidate this warranty.
D. Limitations and Exclusions: Repair or replacement of the Pump or any component part thereof
is the EXCLUSIVE remedy oered by the Manufacturer. e following exclusions and limitations
shall apply:
1. No agent, representative, or employee of the Manufacturer has authority to bind the
Manufacturer to any representation or warranty, expressed or implied.
2. THERE IS NO WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS OR USE OF
THE PUMP FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
3. e Pump can only be used under the supervision of medical personnel whose skill and
judgment determine the suitability of the Pump for any particular medical treatment.
4. All recommendations, information, and descriptive literature supplied by the Manufacturer
or its agents are believed to be accurate and reliable, but do not constitute warranties.
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