- Manufacturer warranty
- Coverage from the maker for defects.
- Extended warranty
- A service contract that adds coverage, often sold separately.
- Service fee
- A charge per visit under some plans.
- Deductible
- An amount you pay before coverage applies.
- Exclusion
- Something a warranty does not cover.
- Proof of purchase
- A receipt or record showing when you bought it.
- Authorized technician
- A repair person approved by the warrantor.
- Implied warranty
- Basic rights under state law that a product will work as expected.
- Recall
- A safety action where the maker fixes or replaces a product.
- Sealed system
- The closed refrigerant system in refrigerators and freezers.
Glossary

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