Tuson TPMS4W, TPMS6W User Manual

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1.Warning

2.Product Parts List

3.Product Specifications

4.TPM Sensor Installation

5.TPM Receiver Installation

6.TPMS Repeater Installation

7.Driving Mode Menu

8.Setting Mode Menu

9.Alarm Warnings and Display Symbols

10.Troubleshooting

11.Customer Service

Limited Warranty

Contents

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Tuson TPMS Retrofit Kit User Manual

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1. Warning

1.1 Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in an installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:

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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for

compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two

conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any

interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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1.2.1 Do not operate a TPMS receiver while driving. The company is exempt from all consequences because of driver’s careless and improper operation.

1.2.2 The system adopts the wireless transmission of signals. In some special circumstances, interference or erroneous methods of operation or installation method errors may cause weaker signal or its inability to receive signals. If the insulation adhesive sticker of the windshield contains metal material, it will be likely to affect reception conditions.If the tire pressure and temperature readings on the TPMS receiver are displayed as “---”, this condition represents the receiver cannot receive signals emitted by the sensors. Drive the vehicle away from the current location (nearby there may be signal interference) or drive the vehicle to a tire shop to check.

1.2 Product Warning

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1.2.4 Temporary resealing or re-inflation products containing internal sealants or propellants in any tire assembly may adversely affect the operation of the sensor/transmitter. The product manufacturer does not assume any liability as a result of these.

1.2.5 Do not leave the sensors in contact with chemicals, it may cause the sensors to fail.

1.2.3 If the battery status of the TPMS sensors inside the tire is low (because abnormal conditions continue to occur, the battery may make the TPMS sensors continuously emit signals to warn the driver, so that battery life is shorter than the normal life), Please go as soon as possible to the specified service stations to confirm whether the TPMS Sensors need to be replaced.

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Part No.

2. Product Parts List

1.2.6 The TPMS needs to be installed by qualified personnel in accordance with the installation manual in order for the TPMS warranty to be valid. If the TPMS sensor is improperly installed or disassembled causing damage to the sensors, the warranty will not cover this type of damage.

Accessories in the box:

• Cigarette Lighter Cable (Vin=12~24V) x 1

• Suction Cup Holder x 1

• Cable Tie x 5

• User Manual x 1

• Warranty Card x 1

Sensor

Interchangeable Valve Stem(0.625” / 0.453”)

TPMS Receiver (Monitor)

Repeater

TPMS4W TPMS6W

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3. Product Specifications

Operating Voltage

Operating Frequency

Operating Temperature

Storage Temperature

Pressure Monitoring Range

Temperature Monitoring Range

Weight

ITEM Specification

3V DC

433MHz

-22°F~257°F (-30°C~125°C)

-40°F~185°F (-40°C~85°C)

0~203 psi±1.5 psi (0 ~ 1400 kPa±10 kPa)

-40°F~257°F±5.4°F (-40°C~125°C±3°C)

30 g (1 Oz)

3.1 Sensor Specifications

Vehicle Types for TPMS use (Maximum 6-wheel): Tuson TPMS is designed for all types of RVs,

commercial and livestock trailers. Great for commercial and passenger vehicles as well!

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Operating Voltage

Operating Current

Operating Frequency

Operating Temperature

Storage Temperature

Monitored Pressure Range

Monitored Temperature Range

Size

Weight

ITEM Specification

12~24V DC

120 mA

433 MHz

-4°F~185°F (-20°C~85°C)

-40°F~185°F (-40°C~85°C)

0~203±1.5psi (0~1400±10kPa)

-40°F~257°F±5.4°F (-40°C~125°C±3°C)

4.5”x2.1”x1” (116.5 x 53 x 25 mm)

3.4 Oz (95g)

3.2 Repeater Specifications

Note: When using kPa as the unit of air pressure, the monitor will display “Hi” if the air

pressure is over 999kPa. Air pressure values will be displayed normally when the unit of

measure selected is in psi or Bar.

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Operating Voltage

Operating Current

Operating Frequency

Operating Temperature

Storage Temperature

Cable Length

Size

Weight

ITEM Specification

12~24V DC

11.2 mA

433 MHz

-4°F~185°F (-20°C~85°C)

-40°F~185°F (-40°C~85°C)

90 inches (2300 mm)

3.5”x3.8”x0.9” (88 x 96 x 23 mm)

6 Oz (170g)

3.3 Repeater Specifications

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4. TPMS Sensor Installation

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There is a wheel orientation mark on the surface of the sensor (see Fig 1), please install the sensors on the corresponding wheels (see Fig 2) on the trailer. If sensors are properly installed according to the corresponding wheels in Fig 2, then “8.5 Setting the Tire Position on the Receiver” can be skipped during the first installation and save time.

Wheel orientation mark

LF – Driver Front

RF – Passenger Front

LR – Driver Middle

RR – Passenger Middle

TL – Driver Rear

TR – Passenger Rear

TL – Driver Rear

TR – Passenger Rear

RR – Passenger Middle

LF – Driver Front

LR – Driver Middle

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The Interchangeable Valve Stem ( IVS ) Service Kit

The Tuson TPMS tire sensor uses a metal interchangeable valve stem (IVS) that fits through 0.453" and 0.625" in. diameter rim holes. Great for trailer, caravan, motorhome and passenger & commercial vehicle wheels.

Please circle the grommet size that was used for your tire application for easy identification and replacement:

0.453” OR 0.625”

Each IVS service kit comes with two (2) rubber grommet sizes: one (1) fits 0.453” rim holes and one (1) fits 0.625” rim holes. The IVS should be installed using a single grommet only. Do not use both sizes of the included grommets to install the valve stem. Please check and make sure that the correct grommet size is used for the valve stem and fits the rim hole prior to TPMS sensor installation.

Please use the preassembled 0.625” grommet on the valve stem if the rim hole is

0.625”.

When the rim hole of the wheel is 0.453”, disassemble the valve stem and remove the 0.625” grommet from the valve stem and assembly the 0.453” grommet, ring and nut in order.

The IVS service kit comes preassembled with the 0.625” grommet on the valve stem and an individual 0.453” grommet in the polybag.

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4.1 TPMS Sensor Installation:

(Fig 1) (Fig 2) (Fig 3) (Fig 4) (Fig 5) (Fig 6)

gromment(0.625” or 0.453’’)

screw

nut

cap

washer

metal valve stem

0.625”

0.453’’

(Fig 1) & (Fig 2) Deflate and remove the tire from the wheel using a tire mounting machine. (Fig 3) Assemble the sensor to the metal valve stem using the screw (make sure the correct grommet size is on the metal valve stem), then remove the cap, nut and washer from the metal valve stem. (Fig 4) Insert the metal valve stem through the rim hole. Then place the back of the sensor body to face the inner surface of the rim, so that the sensor is parallel to the rim. (Fig 5) Holding the sensor in place, guide the washer onto the metal valve stem on the outside of the rim hole. Then secure the nut on the metal valve stem and tighten to 2.95 Ft-lbs (4 N-m) torque. Once secured, affix the cap to the metal valve stem. (Fig 6) Secure the sensor to the metal valve stem by tightening the screw to 1.48 Ft-lbs (2N-m) torque.

Now remount the tire back onto the wheel, being careful not to damage the tire pressure sensor during mounting of the tire.Lastly, balance the wheel as you would normally, adding weights if necessary to achieve rotational balance.

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kPa psi Bar

C F

5.2 Installation Steps

5.2.1. Combine the TPMS receiver with the suction cup holder, adjust to the proper angle and adsorb it on the windshield.

5.2.2. Insert the power cable into the bottom of the Receiver.

5.2.3. Insert the cigarette lighter side of the power cable into the cigarette lighter socket to supply power.

(Fig 1) (Fig 2) (Fig 3)

5.1 Receiver Appearance:

5. TPMS Receiver Installation

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6. TPMS Repeater Installation

6.1 Repeater Appearance:

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6.2 Installation Steps

The mounting location of the repeater will depend on the type of towable the TPMS will be installed on. The repeater is designed to repeat the TPMS tire sensors’ RF signals to the receiver in the tow vehicle. Ideally, to get better RF transmission between repeater and tire pressure sensors, the repeater should be in an open space and no barriers between tire pressure sensors. Regarding the repeater specification, please refer to the Chapter 3.3.

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7. Driving Mode Menu

When the receiver is turned on, it is in Driving Mode. The screen displays tire pressure, tire temperature

and vehicle battery voltage in sequence. The tire pressure, tire temperature and vehicle battery voltage

are updated on the monitor every 5 seconds.

6.2.1 For travel, cargo or equipment trailers with a bumper pull A-frame hitch, place the repeater onto

the A-frame area of the trailer. Use self-tapping screws to fasten the repeater to one of the two

A-frame members with the “trailer side” black arrow facing the trailer and the power cable end of the repeater facing the tow vehicle. For 5th Wheels and gooseneck trailers select a location for the repeater near the house battery.

Use self-tapping screws to fasten the repeater with the “trailer side” black arrow facing the 5th

wheel or gooseneck trailer and the power cable end of the repeater facing the tow vehicle.

6.2.2 Mount the O-ring connectors on the repeater’s power cables to the proper trailer battery terminals. The RED power cable is to be connected securely to the POSITIVE (+) battery terminal. The BLACK power cable is to be connected to the NEGATIVE (-) battery terminal.

6.2.3 Use the cable ties to fasten the repeater power cable to the frame of the trailer or 5th wheel.

Avoid a loose repeater power cable by fastening the cable tightly to the frame.

7.1 Tire pressure Display: psi (Pressure units)

In the Driving Mode, the default value for tire pressure is set to 80 psi.

Press to show the pressure value only. When it shows tire pressure on the display, press

again to back to rotation display mode.

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7.3 Alarm Volume Adjustment

7.4 Mute Alarm

7.5 Screen OFF

7.2 Tire Temperature Display: °F (Temperature units)

In Driving Mode, the default value for tire temperature is set to 176 °F.

Press to show the pressure value only. When it shows tire pressure on the display, press

again to back to rotation display mode.

During the Driving Mode, press　 to adjust the volume.

Press to mute the alarm tone when alarm is going off. It will sound the alarm again if receiver power is reset, or another alarm occurs in this wheel, or if the alarm occurs in the other wheels.

Hold for 3 seconds to turn off the screen, the receiver is still working in the background.

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Pressure units

Default tire pressure value

Temperature units

Default tire pressure value

kPa

Psi

Bar

552 kPa

80 psi

5.5 Bar

°C 80°C

°F 176°F

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8. Setting Mode Menu

8.1 Vehicle Selection

7.6 Screen ON

Press any button to wake the LED display, the LED display will also light up when a tire alarm occurs.

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The receiver supports parameter settings for up to three vehicles, follow the procedure below to configure the relative parameters for each vehicle.

1. Vehicle Selection

2. Setting Tire Pressure Unit

3. Setting Tire Temperature Unit

4. Setting the Number of Axles to Receiver

5. Setting Tire Position on the Receiver

6. Tire Sensor ID Pairing to the Receiver

The receiver can store the ID sensors of up to 3 vehicles. Vehicle Selection enables you to view, set, or modify the TPMS settings of a specific vehicle. The first step is to select the vehicle that you would like to setup. In Driving Mode, Hold for 3 seconds for Vehicle Selection. At any time, hold for another 3 seconds to switch back to Driving Mode.

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8.1.1 Hold for 3 seconds for Vehicle Selection. The display as shown below will list “CAR 1” to “CAR 3”.

8.1.2 Press , then “CAR 1” will blink. Press to select the vehicle you would setup, then press to confirm, the receiver display will go to the TPMS setting mode and a short beep will sound after a moment.

8.1.3 Please establish the TPMS parameter settings for this vehicle, starting with section 8.2. When “CAR 1” settings are complete, go back to Vehicle Selection to repeat the setting procedure for “CAR 2” and “CAR 3”.

8.1.4 If the user has two or three vehicle parameters already saved in the receiver, the receiver will automatically connect with the closest paired vehicle, identify the sensor IDs for that vehicle, and display the correct parameters in several minutes. If there is a delay after changing the vehicle on the receiver, reset the receiver power in order to get the corresponding vehicle TPMS data sooner.

CAR

CAR CAR

2 3

Note:

User will have 60 seconds to make any changes, if no change is made within that period, the

receiver will beep for a long tone to warn that the settings have not been completed, and display will return to Driving Mode.

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kPa psi Bar

8.2.1 The screen will show “kPa” “psi” and “Bar” by default.

8.2.2 Press then the units will blink, now press to select the desired unit, then press to confirm. You will have 60 seconds to make the changes; if no change is made within that period, the receiver will beep for a long tone to warn that the settings have not been completed.

8.2.3 Press to adjust the desired tire pressure value.

8.2.4 Press when the pressure is set to the desired value.

8.2.5 When you have completed the settings for all tires, you will hear three short beeps, indicate that the changes have been saved successfully.

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8.3.1 The screen will show “ °C ” and “ °F ” by default.

8.3.2 Press then the units will blink, now press　 to select desired unit, then press to confirm.

8.3.3 Press to adjust to the desired tire temperature value.

8.3.4 Press when the temperature is set to the desired value.

8.3.5 When you have completed the settings for all tires, you will hear three short beeps indicating that the changes have been saved successfully.

8.2 Setting Tire Pressure Units

8.3 Setting Tire Temperature Units

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8.4 Setting the Number of Axles to Receiver

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【4-Wheel】【2-Wheel】【6-Wheel】

8.4.1 The screen will show the default axle number.

8.4.2 Press and the numbers will start flashing.

8.4.3 Press to select the number of axles, and then press to confirm.

8.4.4 Pressing will increase one axle.

8.4.5 Pressing will decrease one axle.

8.4.6 Finally, press and the receiver will beep, indicating that the setting has been saved.

The receiver will automatically go to the next setting function.

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8.5 Setting the Tire Position on the Receiver

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8.5.1 The numbered tire position for each tire sensor is shown on the receiver as pictured below.

8.5.2

8.5.3 Press to enter tire position rotation mode, digit 1 at the LF position will blink by default. Then press to select the original tire position which needs to be changed and then press again, and the digit at that selected position will turn green. If no change is made in this mode for 60 seconds, the receiver will beep to warn that setting has not been completed successfully.

8.5.4 Then press to select the new position to which you want to move the previously selected position, and press to confirm, the digit at the new position will also turn green.

8.5.5 The digits at both exchanged positions will remain displayed in green for 3 seconds to show which 2 tires are exchanged. Then the chosen digits will automatically turn back to red.

8.5.6 Then the screen will show the new positions. If you need to exchange more than one pair of tires, press to repeat the procedure.

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8.6 Tire Sensor ID Pairing to the Receiver

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8.6.1 The screen will show “---” at the LF tire by default.

8.6.2

8.6.3 Press and the display “---”will start blinking, it is ready for Tire Sensor ID Pairing. Each tire will have 120 seconds to complete the Tire Sensor ID Pairing after the blinking starts. The receiver will emit a long beep and go back to the Tire Sensor ID Pairing Mode if it doesn’t receive any signal from tire deflation within 120 seconds.

8.6.4 8.5.3 Deflate the corresponding tire, the receiver will beep when receiving the signal, the ID Pairing is finished when the screen shows the sensor’s ID number.

8.6.5 Press for the next Tire Sensor ID Pairing. After completing the Tire Sensor ID Pairing for all tires, press .

Remark: Trigger all sensors again after finishing the Tire Sensor ID Pairing, to see if the tire data is shown at correct wheel location on the receiver display.

To pair the tire sensor ID to the receiver:

1. Start by moving the tow vehicle with the receiver unit installed close to the trailer or towable that has the TPMS Sensors installed on the tires.

2. Disconnect the tow vehicle from the trailer electrically and physically if it is connected.

3. Move the tow vehicle with the receiver close to the wheels of the trailer or towable.

4. Enter the Settings Mode Menu and select “Tire Sensor ID Pairing” mode

5. Follow the procedure 8.5.1 through 8.5.4 for all Tire Sensors being paired to the Receiver.

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9. Abnormal Warning And Symbol Illustration

When the TPMS sensor transmits an abnormal signal to the receiver, a warning symbol will be displayed

and a continuous beep will be emitted as an alarm. The abnormal value is shown on the corresponding tire

on the receiver.

1. Warning of excessive high tire pressure indicates tire pressure has been risen to 50% or more of the

standard tire pressure value set by the user.

2. Warning of excessive low tire pressure indicates that the tire pressure has decreased by 20% or more

of the standard tire pressure value set by the user.

3. Warning of excessive tire temperature indicates that the tire temperature has

risen over the standard tire temperature value set by the user.

4. Climate change could be a factor for tire pressure change, please go to a service shop to do pressure

adjustments, to avoid the occurrence of false alarms. Be sure to maintain proper tire pressure in all of

your trailer or towable tires for the safest and most cost effective performance of your trailer or towable

tires.

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9.1 Alarm Display Symbols Key

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Symbol

Definition

Alarm

Alarm Sound

Low Pressure

High Pressure

High Temperature

TPMS System Alarm

Low Battery Power on the tow Vehicle (12V)

Low Battery Power on the Trailer (12/24V)

P ≦ (0.8*standard pressure valve) or ≦ 150 kPa, take the bigger value

P ≧ (1.5*standard pressure value)

T ≧ (standard temperature value)

No signal receiving at least 10 minutes. Not activated when vehicle is stopped.

Battery voltage at the tow vehicle ≦ 11.5V

Battery voltage at the trailer ≦

11.5V or ≦23V

Beep (per second)

None

TPMS Sensor Low Battery Power

Sensor battery is in low battery power status

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Issue probable causes Solution

Wireless signal interference. Tire air Pressure not deflated enough

Remove receiver to other area. Keep deflating the tires for

20~30 seconds

ID learn failed (TPMS alarm with a long beep in rapid deflation learning setting)

Pressure anomaly warning (TPMS alarm with short beeps)

No signal received (Screen shows the pressure and the temperature as “---“)

Low Tire Pressure

Signal interference.

Vehicle has stopped or moves too slowly

Sensor is damaged or low battery power

Please inflate the tires to the correct pressure to prevent an erroneous alarm

Move the tow vehicle away from the current area.

Keep driving for a few minutes, make tires rotate to capture signals.

Go to a qualified service shop for installation of a new sensor on your wheel.

10. Troubleshooting

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Repeater could be damaged

Check the repeater

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11. Customer Service

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All product support and warranty coverage are provided by the distributor that your product was

purchased in. Please contact your distributor who originally sold you the Tuson product.

Or contact us:

Toll Free: 800-968-8766

Email: [email protected]

Tuson RV Brakes, LLC

475 Bunker Court

Vernon Hills, IL 60061

www.tusonrvbrakes.com

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Limited Warranty

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Tuson RV Brakes, LLC (Tuson) warrants the Tuson Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) to be free of

defects in material and workmanship for a period not to exceed TWO (2) years from the date of sale to the

original consumer, or to the first retail purchaser of a trailer on which the TPMS is installed. Original receipt(s)

or other acceptable proof of purchase should be retained by the customer for verification of warranty date.

THIS WARRANTY IS NOT TRANSFERABLE.

Tuson’s obligations under this warranty shall be limited to crediting the account of a direct buying distributor

or OEM trailer manufacturer, replacing or repairing the TPMS products which are determined by Tuson to be

defective in material or workmanship, within 60 days of receipt of such product by Tuson. Tuson reserves the

right to request the product be returned intact, freight prepaid, PRIOR to processing any claim for warranty.

Warranty claim must be received by Tuson within 30 days of the discovery of the alleged defect, or within 30

days of the expiration of the warranty, whichever is earlier. Covered repairs or replacements will be made at

Tuson’s expense. Shipment of replacement product or repaired product by Tuson will be via best available

ground shipment carrier. Shipments other than by best available ground shipment carrier, must be requested

in writing and must be paid for in advance by the customer. Returned product that is found not to be defective,

will be returned at sender’s expense.

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This Warranty shall not include any products which have been improperly installed, installed contrary to

installation instructions provided with the product, altered, tampered with or changed in any way, or utilized in

a manner not approved by Tuson. This Warranty shall not extend to any defects arising from abuse, misuse,

accident, improper wiring, or negligence of the installer or the consumer.

EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY SET FORTH ABOVE, NO OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AT LAW

OR IN EQUITY, IS MADE BY TUSON CORPORATION IN RESPECT OF THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING

WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A

PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, AND ANY SUCH WARRANTIES ARE

EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED.

IN NO EVENT SHALL TUSON BE LIABLE TO PURCHASER OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY LOST

PROFITS, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, INDIRECT, PUNITIVE, INCIDENTAL, OR SPECIAL

DAMAGES OR COSTS (INCLUDING ATTORNEY FEES), OR LOSS OF GOOD WILL RESULTING FROM

ANY CLAIM (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY CAUSE OF ACTION SOUNDING IN CONTRACT,

TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR PRODUCT LIABILITY) REGARDING THIS AGREEMENT,

EVEN IF THE COMPANY HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of implied warranties, incidental or consequential

damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific rights.

You may have other rights, which vary from state to state.