FRONT MATTER 
98307600 Rev. C-1  7   
 
Claims for Damaged Shipments and Shipping Discrepancies 
 
 
Damaged Shipment 
 
1.  Inspect all instruments thoroughly on receipt. Check material in the container(s) against the 
enclosed  packing  list.  If  the  contents  are  damaged  and/or  the  instrument  fails  to  operate 
properly, notify the carrier and Ecotech immediately. 
 
2.  The following documents are necessary to support claims: 
 
a.  Original freight bill and bill of lading 
b.  Original invoice or photocopy of original invoice 
c.  Copy of packing list 
d.  Photographs of damaged equipment and container 
 
You may want to keep a copy of these documents for your records also. 
Refer to the instrument name, model number, serial number, sales order number, and your 
purchase order number on all  claims.  Upon  receipt of a claim, we will advise you of the 
disposition of your equipment for repair or replacement. 
 
Shipping Discrepancies 
 
Check all containers against the packing list immediately on receipt. If a shortage or other 
discrepancy  is  found,  notify  the  carrier  and  Ecotech  immediately.  We  will  not  be 
responsible for shortages against the packing list unless they are reported promptly.