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7 Suspension of Warranty
Sputnik reserves its right to suspend this manufacturer’s warranty temporarily or definitely in case
a specific installation does not allow a correct functioning of the inverters (e.g. in case of one of the
circumstances listed in cipher 5).
The suspension of the warranty can be lifted upon approval by SPUTNIK. Such approval must be
issued by SPUTNIK in writing, confirming that the warranty has again become effective.
8 Warranty Extension
The warranty period can be extended through purchase of a warranty extension within the time
limits mentioned hereafter. For certain types of devices, such warranty extensions can also be
purchased only for a limited scope of warranty performances. The purchase of a warranty extension
will be confirmed by SPUTNIK in form of a warranty certificate (including serial number of affected
product). In case of replacement of a device, the serial number in such warranty certificate remains
unchanged, without any influence on the validity of the warranty extension.
a) Time limits
String inverters: The extension of the basic warranty can be ordered within 60 months after pur-
chase, but the latest within 72 months after dispatch of the device by SPUTNIK.
Central Inverters: The extension of the basic warranty can be ordered within 3 months after pur-
chase, but the latest within 12 months after dispatch by SPUTNIK.
b) Extent
Full warranty extension – FULL (available for central inverters and string inverters): A full warranty
extension includes all the warranty performances as described in the manufacturer’s basic warranty
terms.
Limited warranty extension– LIMITED (available only for central inverters):
A limited warranty extension covers only the costs for the material required for the repair. The costs
for travelling, labor and other expenses are not covered and will be invoiced on a time and expenses
basis by SPUTNIK.
c) Effectiveness of Warranty Extension
It is a mandatory requirement for the warranty extension to provide the completely filled out appli-
cation form to SPUTNIK. The warranty extension becomes effective only after written confirmation
and provision of the warranty certificate by SPUTNIK.
9 After Expiration of Warranty Period
The costs for repair or replacement of devices after expiration of the warranty period are invoiced by
SPUTNIK on a time and material basis. SPUTNIK will maintain repair and replacement capabilities
beyond the warranty time only at its own discretion.
10 Applicable Law, Jurisdiction
Only Swiss Law applies. The exclusive place of jurisdiction lies in Biel/Bienne, Switzerland.
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