Terms of Service

Last updated: November 9, 2024

Agreement to Terms

By accessing and using Buchi Equipment Authority, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations.

Description of Service

Buchi Equipment Authority provides:

• Technical repair guides and troubleshooting procedures
• Maintenance schedules and best practices
• Community-contributed repair solutions
• Technical support resources for laboratory equipment

Independent Resource Notice

IMPORTANT: Buchi Equipment Authority is an independent technical resource and is NOT affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to BÜCHI Labortechnik AG or any of its subsidiaries, distributors, or authorized service providers.

Use License and Restrictions

Permitted Use

• Access technical guides for legitimate maintenance and repair purposes
• Download and print guides for your laboratory or educational use
• Share links to our content with colleagues and students
• Submit repair tips and technical contributions

Prohibited Use

• Commercial redistribution or resale of our content
• Claiming authorship of our technical guides
• Using automated systems to scrape or download bulk content
• Submitting false, misleading, or dangerous repair procedures
• Any use that violates applicable laws or regulations

Technical Content Disclaimer

No Warranty

• Technical guides are provided "as is" without warranty of any kind
• We do not guarantee that procedures will work for all equipment variations
• Equipment specifications and procedures may vary by model and manufacturing date

User Responsibility

• Always consult official manufacturer documentation
• Follow proper safety procedures and laboratory protocols
• Verify procedures with qualified technicians before implementation
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)

Safety Warning

CRITICAL: Laboratory equipment can be dangerous. Always:

• Disconnect power before beginning repairs
• Follow OSHA safety guidelines and institutional protocols
• Use proper tools and safety equipment
• Consult qualified technicians for complex repairs
• Stop work if you are unsure about any procedure

Limitation of Liability

IMPORTANT LIMITATION: To the maximum extent permitted by law:

• We are not liable for any equipment damage resulting from following our guides
• We are not responsible for personal injury or property damage
• Our liability is limited to the amount you paid for access to our services (which is $0 for free content)
• We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages

User Contributions

Repair Tip Submissions

By submitting repair tips or technical content:

• You grant us permission to publish and distribute your contributions
• You certify that the information is accurate and safe
• You retain ownership but grant us a perpetual, royalty-free license to use
• We may edit contributions for clarity, safety, or length

Content Standards

Submitted content must:

• Be technically accurate and safe to implement
• Include appropriate safety warnings
• Not infringe on any copyrights or proprietary information
• Not contain harmful, false, or misleading information

Intellectual Property

Our Content

• Original technical guides and procedures are our intellectual property
• You may use for legitimate repair and maintenance purposes
• Commercial redistribution requires written permission

Third-Party Content

• We respect intellectual property rights of equipment manufacturers
• References to trademarked names are for identification purposes only
• Official manuals and documentation remain property of their respective owners

Privacy and Data Collection

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy for detailed information about:

• What information we collect
• How we use your information
• Your rights regarding your data
• Our security practices

Account Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend access to our services for:

• Violation of these terms
• Submission of dangerous or false information
• Misuse of our technical content
• Illegal activities or harassment

Changes to Terms

We may update these terms periodically. Significant changes will be posted on our website with an updated date. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of new terms.

Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of [Your Jurisdiction] without regard to conflict of law provisions.

Contact Information

Questions about these terms? Please use our contact form or reach out through the website.

Severability

If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

These terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Buchi Equipment Authority regarding use of our services.