Unless otherwise provided by RLS LLC (RLS) in writing, RLS warrants that its fittings will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 15 years after shipment when installed in accordance with RLS’ installation instructions using RLS-approved tools and jaws.
THESE ARE RLS’ ONLY WARRANTIES. RLS DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, NON-INFRINGEMENT AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
If during the warranty period, Buyer notifies RLS in writing that any products are not in conformity with the warranty and RLS agrees, after RLS’ inspection (at its option), then RLS will repair, replace or refund the total amount received by RLS therefore, at its sole option, provided Buyer returns such products to RLS’ plant for inspection.
This shall be Buyer’s exclusive remedy for RLS’ liability. Any claims not made during the warranty period are deemed waived. RLS’ warranty does not attach to products not manufactured by RLS. Any contract created between RLS and Buyer is subject to the specific conditions that (a) RLS is not obligated to provide insurance or indemnify Buyer, and (b) there are no flow-downs from any person or entity, including the federal government, that become part of the contract.
The forgoing warranties only cover copper to copper use and do not cover reimbursement for labor, transportation, removal, installation, de-installation or other expenses which may be incurred in connection with the return, repair or replacement or warranty claims. In no event shall RLS be liable for any incidental, special, punitive, or consequential damages or lost profits of any kind or nature whatsoever resulting from the product or product performance.