What is the definition of a reconditioned product?
A common misconception surrounds reconditioned equipment, as the public often views these items as used or somehow faulty. The reality of reconditioned, or refurbished products, is these items go through rigorous retesting and are often better than the original, and at a steeply discounted price.Recondition DefinedReconditioned products are items originally sold as new, returned to the manufacturer for whatever reason and restored to original working condition after repairs, testing and inspection.Reconditioned Equipment SourcesCommon sources of equipment which undergo reconditioning include scratched and dented items, demonstration units and defective items. Products which came from opened or damaged boxes are also refurbished and sold as “reconditioned.”New, But NotWhile technologically in better condition than a new item, reconditioned products cannot be sold as “new” due to consumer protection laws.Used vs. ReconditionedWhile used products promise savings, they often lack warranty
