NewsItems sold by MARS are warranted only as follows:
Except as noted below MARS will correct, either by repair or replacement at its option, any defect of material or workmanship which develops within one year after the delivery of the item provided that evaluation and inspection by MARS discloses that such defect developed under normal and proper use. Repaired or replaced items will be further warranted for the un-expired term of their original warranty.
All items claimed to be defective must be returned to MARS, transportation charges prepaid, and will be returned to the Buyer with transportation charges collect unless evaluation proves the item to be defective and that MARS is responsible for the defect. MARS may elect to evaluate and repair defective items at the Buyer’s site. MARS may charge Buyer a fee (including travel expenses if needed) to cover the cost of evaluation if the evaluation shows that the items are not defective or that they are defective for reasons beyond the scope of this warranty. MARS will not assume expense or liability for repairs made outside the factory by unauthorized personnel without MARS written consent.
MARS is not responsible for damage to any associated equipment nor will be held liable for loss or damage or consequential damages. This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied including the implied warranty of “merchantability” and “fitness for intended use”.