Welcraft 232 Coastal, Owner'S Manual

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Transferring the Warranty
All rights and terms of the Limited Warranty can be
transferred to subsequent owners of Wellcraft models for
the duration of the original warranty period. To take
advantage of this program, you must complete a
Warranty Registration Transfer Form found in this
chapter and send it to Wellcraft Marine Corp., Attention
Customer Service Department, 1651 Whitfield Ave.,
Sarasota, FL 34243, within 15 days of the date of resale.
The transfer request must be accompanied by a copy of
the title/registration and the transfer fee as determined
by the boat length overall:
When contacting Wellcraft Marine, keep in
mind that your problem will most likely be
resolved at the dealership, using the
dealership’s facilities, equipment, and
personnel.
Wellcraft will confirm, in writing, that the transfer of the
warranty has taken place. After which, the transferee will
be treated as the original purchaser as outlined in the
Wellcraft Limited Warranty Statement.
Warranty Service
As the owner, you are responsible for the proper
registration of your boat at the time of purchase. You
must also follow proper operation procedures and adhere
to the care and maintenance procedures set forth in this
manual. Be sure to read your boat’s warranty, as well as
the information and warranties (provided in your owner’s
portfolio) for major components. You are responsible for
notifying your dealer in writing of any claimed defect
within a reasonable period of time and returning your
boat to your dealer for service.
Have the following information available:
• HIN (hull identification number)
• Selling dealer’s name and location
• Date of purchase
Servicing dealer (if different from selling
dealer)
• Nature of problem
Names of dealership personnel involved with the
situation
• Record of service performed and approximate
dates.
Construction Standards:
All our boats meet or exceed the construction
standards set by the U.S. Coast Guard and the
American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC)
concerning:
We recommend that you see your dealer if you
wish to modify factory-installed equipment or add
new equipment. Your dealer is qualified to make
such modifications or additions without placing the
safety or design integrity of your boat at risk and
without invalidating the warranty.
Dealer Responsibilities:
Your dealer will complete the pre-delivery checklist
with you when you take delivery of your boat. A
copy of the checklist is at the end of this section.
Your dealer will also provide the following services:
• Take time to sit with you and review the terms
and the process for registering all warranties.
The dealer should also brief you on obtaining
warranty service for the boat and major
components and introduce you to the Service
Manager.
• Review the pre-delivery service record with you.
The service record form must be signed by you
and the dealer to certify that the work was
performed to your satisfaction and that your
boat is in top-notch condition and that all
components are working properly.
• Navigational lights
• Factory installed fuel systems
• Engine and fuel tank compartment ventilation
• Floatation
• Steering systems
• Backfire flame arresters
It is the boat owner's responsibility to deliver
the boat to the dealer for warranty service.
All warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized
Wellcraft dealer. Your dealer has been carefully selected
to assist you with your sales and service needs. Your
dealer will be glad to answer any of your questions about
your new boat. The dealer has a direct interest in you as
a customer and wants to see that your are completely
satisfied with your purchase. The dealer is in the best
position to help you and has full support and assistance
from Wellcraft Marine.
Should a problem develop that is related to faulty
workmanship or materials, as stated in the Limited
Warranty, you should contact your Wellcraft dealer to
arrange for the necessary repair. If you are not near your
dealer or another authorized Wellcraft dealer or the dealer
fails to remedy the cause of the problem, then contact
Wellcraft Customer Service by calling
(941) 753-7811 or by writing.
Wellcraft Marine Corp.
Customer Service Department
1651 Whitfield Avenue
Sarasota, FL 34243
Boat Length Overall Transfer Fee
Up to 21’ $200.00
Over 21’ $300.00
Over 26’ $500.00
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