GENERAL
The following disclaimers apply to the goods in all circumstances:
I.
The goods must be installed by a certified installer recognized by local authorities, where applicable, and strictly
in accordance with Westeel’s Installation Instructions as well as all applicable installation and building codes and
accepted trade practices. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, proper foundation assembly,
installation and use solely for the purposes intended as specified in Westeel’s published product literature
is essential. As well, tank venting for both normal and emergency situations must be installed properly and kept
unobstructed always.
II.
The goods must be handled always (including but not limited to shipping, loading and unloading, positioning)
only when empty and must be secured always in a manner as specified in the Owners’ Manual. Any damage
caused during handling is not covered by the warranty.
III.
Any damage caused by foreign debris entering into the tanks, including but not limited to moisture, is not
covered by the warranty. It is extremely important for the owner/user to check for foreign debris inside the tank
at the time of delivery as well as before commencing use of the goods and regularly during use of the goods.
Moisture can cause irreparable damage to the goods including but not limited to a leak due to microbial
corrosion. For further information on moisture monitoring and removal you may contact:
•
Steel Tank Institute (STI)
•
Westeel website
•
Petroleum Equipment Institute
IV.
Accessories and parts on the goods may not have been manufactured by Westeel (“third party manufactured
goods”). Third party manufactured goods are not covered by the warranty. Warranty terms applicable to
third-party manufactured goods are as per the terms published by the applicable manufacturer. For further
information on accessing the website of the applicable manufacturer please contact a Westeel representative.
V.
Modifications made to the goods that have not been approved in writing by an authorized representative of
Westeel will result in the warranty being null and void. This will be the case for any and all damages howsoever
caused to the goods at any time after the modification has been made.
VI.
The goods must be maintained and used at all times in a manner consistent with all Westeel procedures contained
in the Owners’ Manual as well as prudent, accepted practice.
