Shank’s Veterinary Equipment, Inc. warrants all Shank’s Surgery Tables and/or related equipment to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one (1) year from the date of delivery or the date the equipment is put into use (whichever is later), when operated and maintained in accordance with the Owner’s Manual. Routine maintenance is the sole responsibility of the Owner. This warranty does not cover defects resulting from misuse, abuse, negligence, accidents, lack of maintenance, normal wear, alteration, modification, tampering, repair using improper parts, damage or extraordinary wear and tear of the table equipment.