MVEC Limited Liability for Property Damages
Minnesota Valley Electric Cooperative makes every effort to provide reliable and dependable electricity through regular maintenance, tree trimming, and the use of equipment designed to help deliver electricity that is as dependable as possible.
However, despite taking extra precautions to ensure a dependable supply of electricity is provided at a proper voltage, MVEC – or any other utility – cannot provide perfect electric service at all times. It is beyond the control of MVEC to completely eliminate interruptions in electric service.
Should you suffer damage to personal property due to factors beyond the Cooperative’s control (high winds, lightning, wildlife, vehicle accidents, ice or severe snowstorm, etc.), MVEC is not legally liable for this damage.
Many members have electrical equipment and home computers that are extremely sensitive to even minor changes in power supply, such as blinks. These members should consider adding special protective equipment such as a very inexpensive line filter that eliminates most problems caused by electronic noise and static interference, to a more expensive device that provides an uninterruptible power supply.
Continuity of Service
MVEC will endeavor to furnish continuous service, but will not guarantee uninterrupted service.
In case a member requires three-phase service, the installation and maintenance of adequate running overcurrent protective devices to protect against single-phase conditions and phase reversal are variable, and installation and maintenance are the responsibility of the member.
The Cooperative shall not be responsible due to service interruptions or variations in service resulting from acts of God, or public enemies, accidents, strikes, riots, wars, repairs, orders of Court, or other acts reasonably beyond the control of the Cooperative. MVEC shall not be liable for damages directly or consequential, resulting from such interruption or failure.
