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Warranties
Limited 90 Day Warranty (Retail)
Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards,
and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the
period of 90 days from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly,
to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, criminal activity, improper
installation, normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries
to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of
our product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so
the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
AND FITNESS, EXCEPT FOR THE EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY BELOW.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid.
Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise. If our
inspection verifies the defect, we will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may elect to
refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will return
repaired products at our expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from
causes not within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Emissions Control System Warranty
Harbor Freight Tools (HFT) is pleased to explain the emissions control system warranty on your Small Off-Road Engine produced after January
1, [Model Year] (engine), in addition to the Retail Warranty above. HFT warrants that the emissions control system on your engine is designed,
built, and equipped so that it conforms to the United States Environmental Protections Agency’s (EPA) emissions requirements in effect at the time
of manufacture. HFT also warrants that the emissions control system on your engine will be free from defects in material and workmanship for two
(2) years, provided there has been no improper maintenance, misuse, or abuse of your engine.
Your emissions control system may include parts such as the carburetor or fuel-injection system, and the ignition system. Also included may
be hoses, belts, connectors and other emissions-related assemblies.
WHAT WE WILL DO
Where a warrantable condition exists, HFT will repair or replace, at our option, any emissions-related part on your engine if it becomes
defective, malfunctions, or otherwise fails to conform with this warranty under normal use and service during the two (2) year term of this warranty
at no cost to you, including diagnosis, parts and labor. This warranty applies to the original purchaser and any subsequent owner within the two
year warranty period.
WHAT IS COVERED?
The following parts are examples of components of the emissions control system and are covered by this two (2) year warranty. For a full list
of emissions control components covered by this warranty, please see 40 CFR §1068, Appendix I.
1. Fuel Metering System
a. Carburetor and its internal parts.
b. Fuel pump (if so equipped).
c. Cold start enrichment system.
2. Air Induction System
a. Intake pipe/manifold.
b. Air cleaner.
3. Ignition System
a. Spark plug.
b. Magneto ignition system.
4. Catalyst System (if so equipped)
a. Exhaust pipe stud.
b. Muffler.
c. Catalytic converter (if so equipped).
5. Miscellaneous Items Used in Above Systems
a. Vacuum, temperature and time sensitive valves and
switches.
b. Hoses, belts, connectors, and assemblies.
This warranty does not cover normal maintenance services or replacement of maintenance items such as filters, oils, or spark plugs.
WHAT YOU MUST DO TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE
As the engine owner, you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your Owner’s Manual. HFT may deny
you warranty coverage if your engine or a part has failed due to abuse (including failure to follow the fuel use instructions contained in this manual),
neglect, improper maintenance, or unapproved modifications.
In order to obtain warranty repair or replacement, you may either (a) contact HFT product support at 1-888-866-5797 or
[email protected]; or (b) bring the to your nearest Harbor Freight Tools retail store. When going to the retail store or contacting
product support, you must indicate the specific emissions control part or defect that you are claiming and the date this was originally purchased.
The nearest Harbor Freight Tools retail store can be found on the internet at http://www.harborfreight.com.
