ZEISS INTRODUCTION Stereo microscopeWarranty notes Stemi 3058 435063-7144-008 09/2017English1.3 Warranty notesThe manufacturer guarantees that the device is free from material or manufacturing defects whendelivered. Any defects which may have occurred must be reported to us immediately and steps be takento minimize damage. If notified of such a defect, the device manufacturer is obligated to rectify it at hisdiscretion, either by repairing the instrument or by delivering an intact replacement. No guarantee isprovided for defects caused by natural wear (wearing parts in particular) and improper use.The instrument manufacturer shall not be liable for damage caused by faulty operation, negligence orany other tampering with the device, particularly the removal or replacement of instrument components,or the use of accessories from other manufacturers. Such actions will render all warranty claims invalid.No maintenance or repair work may be performed on the microscopes which exceed the activitiesspecified in this operating manual. Repair may only be performed by ZEISS Service or by personsspecifically authorized by it. Should any malfunctions occur on the device, please first contact theCarl Zeiss Microscopy Service or, abroad, the ZEISS representative in your area.