and/or future versions of software or hardware.
The warranty excludes, or does not apply if:
- The proof-of-purchase has been altered in
any way or is made illegible.
- The model number, serial number or pro-
duction date code on the product has been
altered, removed or made illegible.
- The product was purchased as faulty stock.
Repairs or product modifications have been
carried out by unauthorized service organiza-
tions or persons.
- The defect is the result of excessive use out-
side the intended purpose.
- The defect is caused by abuse of the product
or by environmental conditions that are not in
conformance with the user manual of the prod-
uct.
- The defect is caused by connecting periph-
erals, additional equipment or accessories
(including software) other than those recom-
mended in the user manual.
- The unit has been damaged, including but
not limited to damage by animals, lightning,
abnormal voltage, fire, natural disaster, trans-
portation or water (unless the user manual ex-
pressly status that the product may be rinsed).
Normal wear and tear, or replacement of by
their nature consumable parts (e.g. batteries)
- The product does not function properly be-
cause it was not originally designed, manufac-
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