Warranty

MODELS COVERED
This limited warranty is provided by Bosch
Thermotechnology Corp. (BTC) and covers models US12,
US9, US7, US6, and US3 (hereinafter referred to as “Water
Heater”). This warranty is provided as long as the Water
Heater remains in the possession of the original purchaser
and installed at its original place of installation.
WARRANTY COVERAGE
HEAT EXCHANGE TUBE –Limited Warranty
BTC warrants that the heat exchange tube(s) will remain
free of leaks for Five (5) years from the date of original
installation provided that the heat exchange tube is properly
maintained by a qualified service contractor and the other
conditions of this warranty are met. If during this time a
leak occurs and BTC determines that this leak is the result
of a defect in workmanship or materials, BTC, will replace
the heat exchange tube.
OTHER WATER HEATER PARTS
If any other part fails with one (1) year after original
installation, BTC will furnish a replacement part fee of
charge.
The Water Heater may be delivered with components not
manufactured by BTC (“Other Components). Other
Components are warranted by their manufacturer. BTC also
will warrant the Other Components to be free from defects
in workmanship and material for one year from the date of
installation, provided they are installed and properly
maintained by a qualified heating contractor and the other
conditions of this warranty are met. If a defect exists in the
Other Components, BTC will repair or replace them, if BTC
determines that a defect in workmanship or materials exists.
ITEMS NOT COVERED
This limited warranty does not cover the following
circumstances:
1. Components or parts not provided by BTC.
2. Serviceable items and normal maintenance as
required per the Installation Manual.
3. The workmanship of any installer. BTC disclaims
and does not assume any liability of any nature for
unsatisfactory performance caused by improper
installation, repair or maintenance.
4. Any labor or material costs for removal,
reinstallation, repair and replacement of the
defective component or part unless otherwise
provided above.
5. Transportation to BTC, if necessary.
6. Damage caused by operation of the Water Heater
in a corrosive atmosphere, scale depots and/or
highly mineralized or unsoftened water supply,
electrical failures, flooding, freezing, or acts of
God.
7. Any Water Heater that has a failure of malfunction
resulting from operation with safety devices
removed.
8. Damage caused by any attachment or modification
to the Water Heater, including any energy-saving
device.
9. Damage caused by operation of the Water Heater
at water temperatures exceeding the maximum
rating, or if the water is not supplied with potable
water.
10. Water damage arising directly, or indirectly, from
any defect in the water heater component parts, or
from its use. A water heater must be installed in
such a manner that if it should leak, the resulting
flow of water will not cause damage to the area in
which it is installed.
11. Shipping charges, delivery expenses or
administrative fees incurred by the purchaser in
repairing or replacing the Water Heater.
CONDITIONS OF WARRANTY
The warranty herein is void under the following
circumstances:
1. Failure or malfunction resulting from improper or
negligent operation, accident, abuse, freezing,
misuse, unauthorized alteration or improper
installation, repair or maintenance. See the
Owner’s Manual for installation and maintenance
information.
2. Any Water Heater that is operated without safety
devices.
3. Any Water Heater that is used or operated in a
corrosive atmosphere or at water temperatures
exceeding the maximum rating, or if the Water
Heater is not supplied with potable water.
4. Work performed without prior authorization or
approval and without authorization/requisition
number and without proper documentation
verifying compliance with above terms.
LIMITED WARRANTY
OTHER THAN THE OBLIGATIONS OF BTC
EXPRESSLY SET FORTH HERIN, BTC DISCLAIMS
ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. BTC’S
SOLE OBLIGATION WITH RESPECT TO THE WATER
HEATER AND PURCHASER’S EXCLUSIVE
REMEDIES ARE SET FORTH IN THE FOREGOING
LIMITED WARRANTY
FOR BOSCH ELECTRIC TANKLESS WATER HEATERS