This Limited Warranty does not cover defects caused by:nn1. non-compliance with the Company’s guide or instructions. Such failures include, but are not limited to, exposure to physical abuse, including, but not limited to chemical abuse (e.g. harsh cleansers and solvents), thermal abuse or shock (e.g. excessive heat or cold) or misuse;n2. improper storage, installation, handling and/or use of the Product;n3. damage not resulting from manufacturing defects that occur while the Product is in the customer’s possession;n4. unreasonable or unintended use of Product;n5. Products installed with known or visible manufacturing defects at the time of installation, including, but not limited to scratches, scuffs, scrapes, chips to the painted surface;n6. Minor conditions such as stains, and scratches;n7. Damage to the coated surface due to improper wash techniques, automatic car washes or incorrect wash tools that may cause abrasion or by third parties not authorized by the Company;n8. Scratches, scuffs, scrapes, chips to the painted surface;n9. Water spots – water spots are caused by mineral deposits, which if left to dry on the paint and/or PPF may leave a stain, water spots are not covered;n10. Damaged caused by collision, accidental damage, vandalism, fire, hail, flood, stones, collision, surface rust, rail dust, physical damage, paint overspray, or vehicle manufacturer’ defects, which may be covered under manufactures protection plan; andn11. Areas that have not been re-coated after a paint or body repair.