Limited Warranty and Service Policy
Last updated: March, 2025
1. Introduction & Commitment
- At Merakitech Limited, we are committed to providing exceptional service and support for our individual customers.
- This policy outlines our warranty procedures and how we handle service requests.
2. Proof of Purchase
- Please retain your purchase receipt, invoice, or other relevant paperwork as proof of purchase.
- Only receipts from Merakitech Limited or authorized distributors are valid for warranty claims.
3. Contacting Customer Support & Warranty Claims
- Submit all warranty claims via email to: service@merakitech.com.
- Required Information:
- Proof of purchase.
- Detailed description of the issue.
- Supporting evidence (photos, videos, log files).
4. Returns & Refunds
- Authorization: All returns require prior authorization from customer support.
- Inspection: Returned products must be inspected at our warehouse before refunds are processed.
- Shipping: Return shipping cost caused by product defect during warranty period will be covered by Merakitech Limited.
- Packaging: You are responsible for packaging and damage caused by improper packaging. Original packaging is highly recommended.
- 14-Day Return Window (from receipt):
- Critical failures, manufacturing defects, or functionality issues.
- Substantial transit damage (with carrier proof).
- Unopened, unactivated, and new condition.
- Refund Deductions:
- Shipping fees for returns with no confirmed issue.
- Costs for missing parts.
- Refund Deductions:
- Requests beyond 14 days.
- Missing or damaged accessories/manuals.
- Damage caused by user error.
- No defects found after testing.
- Invalid or missing proof of purchase.
- Return time frame: Returned product must be shipped back within 14 calendar days after return is approved.
5. Replacements
- 30-Day Replacement Window (from receipt):
- Substantial transit damage (with carrier proof).
- Incorrect product received.
- Critical failures or manufacturing defects.
- Warranty Start: Replacement warranty starts from the replacement's receipt date.
- Packaging: Returned product must be in original packaging.
- Shipping: Replacement shipping cost caused by product defect during warranty period will be covered by Merakitech Limited.
- Non-Replaceable Circumstances:
- Requests beyond 30 days.
- Missing or damaged original packaging or accessories.
- Damage caused by user error.
- No defects found after testing.
- Invalid or missing proof of purchase.
- Lack of carrier damage proof (reported within 7 days of delivery).
- Damage from force majeure.
- Return time frame: Returned product must be shipped back within 14 calendar days after replacement is approved.
6. Repairs
- Warranty covers non-customer induced damages or manufacturing defects.
- Non-Repairable Circumstances:
- Transit damage without proof.
- Damage from accidents, abuse, misuse, or external causes.
- Damage from unauthorized modifications.
- Tampered product labels or serial numbers.
- Invalid or missing proof of purchase.
- Wear and scratches not affecting performance.
7. Meraki Brew Scale Specifics
- Given the delicate nature of the scale and the inherent risks of transit damage, if the scale arrives damaged, a replacement module will be provided. Full refunds are not available for damage incurred during shipping
- Video guidance will be provided for replacements.
8. General Warranty Information
- 2-year limited warranty from the date of receipt.
- Warranty periods for returns, replacements, and repairs may vary.
- DIY repairs only with Merakitech Limited guidance.
- Damage from third-party accessories or unofficial firmware is not covered.
- Warranty coverage does not extend to services performed for user preferences (e.g., grinder recalibration) or routine maintenance procedures (e.g., descaling)
- Warranty covers defects under standard operating conditions.
- Unauthorized modifications void the warranty.
9. Accessory Parts (No Warranty)
- Consumables (e.g., barista towel, coffee beans) are not warranted.
- Merakitech Limited may provide purchase links for consumables.
10. Legal and Regional Considerations
- Consumer protection laws supersede this policy where applicable.
- Warranty valid only within the original Service Region.
- If local consumer regulations specify an official warranty period differs from our current official policy, the longer warranty period will apply.
11. Policy Amendments
- We may modify this policy with 14 days' notice.
- Refer to our website for order cancellation and shipping policies.
- Merakitech Limited reserves the final right of interpretation.