Warranty: Exclusions & Limitations
  1. This Warranty does not cover tarnish, discoloration or wear on the plating or paint.
  2. This Warranty excludes wear and tear or breakage caused by cleaning, moving or service on log set and panels.
  3. A qualified installer must install this fireplace. This Limited Warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship only if the product has been installed in accordance with local building and fire codes; in their absence, refer to the owner’s manual. If the product is damaged or broken as a result of any alteration, willful abuse, mishandling, accident, neglect, or misuse of the product, the Limited Warranty does not apply.
  4. The fireplace must be operated and maintained at all times in accordance with the instructions in the Owner’s Manual. If the unit shows signs of neglect or misuse, it is not covered under the terms of this Warranty policy. Performance problems due to operator error will not be covered by the Limited Warranty policy.
  5. As this is a heating appliance, some changes in colour of surface finishes may occur. This is not a flaw and as such is not covered under this warranty.
  6. Some minor expansion, contraction, or movement of certain parts and resulting noise, is normal and not a defect and, therefore, is not covered under this Limited Warranty.
  7. The Limited Warranty will cover glass thermal breakage only and will not cover misuse of the glass, including but not limited to glass that is struck, has surface contaminates or has had harsh or abrasive cleaners used on it.
  8. This warranty does not cover products made or provided by other manufacturers and used in conjunction with the operation of this fireplace without prior authorization from Sherwood Industries Ltd. The use of such products may nullify the Limited Warranty on this fireplace. If unsure as to the extent of this Limited Warranty, contact your authorized Uptown dealer before installation.
  9. Sherwood Industries Ltd. will not be responsible for inadequate performance caused by environmental conditions.
  10. The Limited Warranty does not cover installation and operational related problems such as use of downdrafts or spillage caused by environmental conditions. Environmental conditions include but are not limited to nearby trees, buildings, roof tops, wind, hills, mountains, inadequate venting or ventilation, excessive offsets, negative air pressures or other influences caused by mechanical systems such as furnaces, fans, clothes dryers etc.
  11. The Limited Warranty is void if:
    1. The fireplace has been operated in atmospheres contaminated by chlorine, fluorine or other damaging chemicals.
    2. The fireplace is subject to submersion in water or prolonged periods of dampness or condensation.
    3. Any damage to the unit, combustion chamber or other components due to water, or weather damage which is the result of, but not limited to, improper chimney/venting installation.
    4. Salt air in coastal areas or high humidity can be corrosive to the finish; these environments can cause rusting. Damage caused by salt air or high humidity is not covered by the Limited Warranty.
  12. Exclusions to the Limited Warranty include: injury, loss of use, damage, failure to function due to accident, negligence, misuse, improper installation, alteration or adjustment of the manufacturer’s settings of components, lack of proper and regular maintenance, alteration, or act of God.
  13. The Limited Warranty does not cover damage caused to the fireplace while in transit. If this occurs, do not operate the unit and contact your courier and/or dealer.
  14. Limited Warranty does not extend to or include firebox paint, door or glass gaskets with damage caused by normal wear and tear, or exterior paint discoloration or chipping, worn gaskets, etc.
  15. The Limited Warranty does not include damage to the unit caused by abuse, improper installation, or modification of the unit.
  16. Damage to plated surfaces caused by fingerprints, scratches, melted items, or other external scores and residues left on the plated surfaces from the use of abrasive cleaners or polishes is not covered in this warranty.
  17. The Limited Warranty does not cover tarnish, discoloration or wear on the plated surfaces.
  18. The paint on the metal liner may peel. This is due to the extreme conditions applied to the paint during normal usage. It is not a flaw and is not covered under warranty.
  19. Sherwood Industries Ltd. is free of liability for any damages caused by the fireplace, as well as inconvenience expenses and materials. The Limited Warranty does not cover incidental or consequential damages.
  20. The Limited Warranty does not cover any loss or damage incurred by the use or removal of any component or apparatus to or from the Uptown fireplace without the express written permission of Sherwood Industries Ltd. and bearing a Sherwood Industries Ltd. label of approval.
  21. Any statement or representation of Uptown products and their performance contained in Uptown advertising, packaging literature, or printed material is not part of the Limited Warranty.
  22. The Limited Warranty is automatically voided if the fireplace’s serial number has been removed or altered in any way. If the unit is used for commercial purposes, it is excluded from the Limited Warranty.
  23. No dealer, distributor, or similar person has the authority to represent or warrant Uptown products beyond the terms contained within the Limited Warranty. Sherwood Industries Ltd. assumes no liability for such warranties or representations.
  24. Sherwood Industries Ltd. will not cover the cost of the removal or re-installation of the unit, hearth, facing, mantels, venting or other components.
  25. Labour to replace or repair items under this Limited Warranty will be covered per our warranty service fee reimbursement schedule. Labour rates are set per component and as such total labour costs may not be covered.
  26. Sherwood Industries Ltd. is not liable for freight or labour on any unit replaced in-field and is not liable for travel costs for service work. In the event of in-home repair work, the customer will pay any in-home travel fees or service charges required by the Authorized Dealer.
  27. At no time will Sherwood Industries Ltd. be liable for any consequential damages which exceed the purchase price of the unit. Sherwood Industries Ltd. has no obligation to enhance or modify any unit once manufactured (example: as a model evolves, field modifications or upgrades will not be performed).
  28. This Limited Warranty is applicable only to the original purchaser and it is non-transferable.
  29. This warranty only covers Uptown products that are purchased through an authorized Uptown dealer.
  30. If for any reason any section of the Limited Warranty is declared invalid, the balance of the warranty remains in effect and all other clauses shall remain in effect.
  31. The Limited Warranty is the only warranty supplied by Sherwood Industries Ltd., the manufacturer of the unit. All other warranties, whether express or implied, are hereby expressly disclaimed and purchaser’s recourse is expressly limited to the Limited Warranty.
  32. Sherwood Industries Ltd. and its employees or representatives will not assume any damages, either directly or indirectly, caused by improper usage, operation, installation, servicing or maintenance of this unit.
  33. Sherwood Industries Ltd. reserves the right to make changes without notice. Please complete the online product registration form and have the installer fill in the installation data sheet in the back of the manual for warranty and future reference.
  34. Sherwood Industries Ltd. is responsible for stocking parts for a maximum of seven (7) years after discontinuing the manufacture or incorporation of the item into its products. An exception to this would be if an OEM supplier is not able to supply a part.
  35. This Warranty does not cover any discoloration of the safety screen mesh.