Write A Series Of Business Letters In Response To A Scenario

Write a series of business letters in response to a scenario

In this activity, you will write a series of business letters in response to a scenario. You will need to decide upon the appropriate type of letter, and compose a message which is appropriate for the circumstances described in each phase of the scenario. You will need to exercise judgment regarding the information to include in (and exclude from) your messages. In some cases, the scenario may not provide all of the information necessary and you may need to create and add information. Your letters will be assessed upon the selection of the correct letter type for the situation, the correct physical formatting of your letter, the use of an appropriate rhetorical strategy for each situation, the inclusion of appropriate information, and adherence to the rules of grammar, usage, spelling, and punctuation.

Phase 1: Wesley Freed of 347 S. Skagway Boulevard, Taconite Park, MN 55814, finds water under his washing machine after a load, suspecting a hose issue. Upon inspecting, he discovers a crack in the water pump housing of his Vortex TurboAgitator washer, model with TSP608443X95 stamped on the pump. He has a warranty from 2018 but cannot locate the documents or recall the warranty term. He writes to Vortex Appliance to inquire if a replacement pump is available, whether they will install it or he must do it himself, the cost, and if the warranty covers it.

Phase 2: Lisa Hayakawa, Head of Consumer Service at Vortex Appliance, responds. She notes that a cracked pump housing is rare and usually due to mishandling. She explains that the model number Freed provided does not match inventory, but all TurboAgitator pumps are the same model TA-1140, which is on back-order, arriving in 10 days. She offers an alternative: a compatible replacement pump, the TA-1245, which has a higher capacity but can be modified to fit with a factory-installed plug. She provides costs and warranty details, and offers options such as waiting for the TA-1140 or using the modified TA-1245 with associated costs.

Phase 3: Concerned about multiple failures, Lisa Hayakawa suspects a manufacturing defect at Tidal Surge Pump Company. She considers the impact of a large-scale product recall if the issue is widespread, including costs sharing between Vortex and Tidal Surge. She also requests reimbursement for Freed’s defective pump. She prepares a letter to Stanley Jaworski, Vice-President of Tidal Surge, expressing concerns about possible manufacturing problems, including Freed’s pump for examination, and asking for reimbursement.

Phase 4: Stanley Jaworski receives the defective pump and inspection report. Engineers find a small screw lodged between the impeller and housing, which caused the crack. The screw is identified as a wood screw not used at Tidal Surge, suggesting it entered the pump after leaving the factory, possibly during remodeling or a prank. He writes to Lisa Hayakawa refusing her request for a refund, explaining that the issue is not due to manufacturing defect, and addresses her concerns about potential widespread problems, stressing the importance of investigating the root cause and handling warranty claims accordingly.

Paper For Above instruction

Subject: Inquiry Regarding Replacement Pump and Warranty Coverage for Your Vortex Washer

Dear Sir or Madam,

I am writing to inquire about the possibility of obtaining a replacement water pump for my Vortex TurboAgitator washing machine, model with TSP608443X95 stamped on the pump housing. Recently, after completing a laundry cycle, I discovered a large pool of water underneath the machine, indicating a probable leak. Upon inspection, I found that the pump housing was cracked, leading to water leakage.

Given the nature of the damage, I suspect the issue is related to the pump's water housing, and I would appreciate your assistance in determining whether a replacement pump is available for my model. Additionally, I am interested in knowing if Vortex Appliance offers installation services or if I am expected to install the replacement myself. Could you also clarify the cost of the pump and whether this cost would be covered under the warranty, which I believe should still be valid since I purchased the machine in 2018?

Unfortunately, I have been unable to locate my warranty documents, despite searching for an hour. However, I recall purchasing the washer in early 2018, and I understand that the warranty period was 24 months from the purchase date. Therefore, I am hopeful that the warranty is still active. If so, I would like to confirm whether part or labor costs related to the water pump would be covered, including installation charges if applicable.

I understand that replacing the pump may require some technical expertise, and I am prepared to perform the replacement if instructed accordingly or to have it professionally installed if that is the recommended procedure. Please advise me on the options available, the estimated costs, and the warranty coverage details so I may proceed accordingly.

Thank you in advance for your prompt attention to this matter. I look forward to your response with the necessary information to resolve this issue efficiently.

Sincerely,

Wesley Freed

347 S. Skagway Boulevard

Taconite Park, MN 55814

Phone: [Your Phone Number]

Alternative Solutions Offered:

If the warranty covers the repair, Vortex Appliance can arrange for the free replacement of the water pump, either by sending a technician to install it or providing detailed instructions for self-installation. If the warranty has expired, the customer can purchase the pump at the retail price of $62.50, with optional installation service at an additional cost. Alternatively, given the current back-order status of the recommended part, the customer may choose to wait until the original model, TA-1140, becomes available, or consider using the modified TA-1245 pump with its associated costs and adjustments as explained in the response.

Concern Over Multiple Pump Failures and Manufacturing Defect

Subject: Investigation into Potential Manufacturing Defect of Water Pumps

Dear Mr. Jaworski,

I am writing to express concerns regarding an unusual trend observed in recent months involving water pump failures in the TurboAgitator series manufactured by Vortex Appliance. Specifically, within the past four months, our service department has recorded five instances of cracked pump housings, all in units produced after November 2018. This pattern suggests a potential manufacturing defect at Tidal Surge Pump Company, the supplier of the water pumps.

Furthermore, I have received a defective pump from an earlier model purchased in December 2009, which upon inspection was found to contain a foreign screw lodged within the impeller housing. The engineer's report indicates that this screw is a type used exclusively in woodworking and likely entered the pump after leaving the factory, possibly during remodeling or other post-manufacturing activities.

Given these concerns, I urge Tidal Surge to investigate the possible root causes of the pump failures, including any faults in the manufacturing process that might produce defective units. If this issue affects a large batch of pumps, a product recall may become necessary, implicating significant costs for both parties. We believe that transparency and prompt action are essential to maintain consumer trust and comply with product safety standards.

To facilitate your investigation, I am enclosing the defective pump from the recent failure for your engineering department to examine. Additionally, we request reimbursement for the cost of this pump, which was $62.50 retail price. We look forward to your prompt response regarding the investigation and steps to address the potential widespread issue.

Thank you for your attention to this urgent matter.

Sincerely,

Lisa Hayakawa

Head of Consumer Service

Vortex Appliance Corporation

One Thoroughly Modern Mile, Saugatuck Falls, NE 68136

Phone: [Your Phone Number]

Fax: [Your Fax Number]

Response to Manufacturing Defect and Handling of Warranty Claims

Subject: Examination Findings and Recommendations for Water Pump Issue

Dear Ms. Hayakawa,

Thank you for forwarding the defective pump and your detailed concerns regarding the potential manufacturing issues affecting the water pumps supplied by Tidal Surge Pump Company. Our engineering team has completed a thorough inspection of the pump from Mr. Freed’s unit, and their findings provide important insights into the failure cause.

According to the inspection report, a small screw, identified as a woodworking fastener not used in any part of our manufacturing process, was lodged between the impeller and the pump housing. This foreign object was responsible for exerting significant pressure, ultimately causing the housing to crack. The engineers have determined that the screw entered the pump after it left our factory, likely during post-manufacturing activities such as remodeling or due to external interference, perhaps even a prank by occupants involving dislodging objects into the hose.

Importantly, this incident indicates that the pump's failure was not due to a manufacturing defect but resulted from external factors outside our control. Consequently, Tidal Surge cannot accept responsibility or issue a refund for the pump. We recommend that Vortex Appliance advise consumers to avoid disconnecting hoses during remodeling or other activities that could introduce foreign objects into the system.

Nevertheless, we acknowledge the importance of customer safety and product reliability. As a gesture of goodwill and a response to your concern about potential systemic issues, we propose to conduct an audit of our recent production batches to ensure quality standards are maintained and to collaborate on increased customer education regarding proper handling and post-installation precautions.

We are committed to supporting Vortex Appliance in maintaining high-quality standards and ensuring customer satisfaction. Please feel free to contact our quality assurance team for further assistance or to discuss additional measures to prevent similar incidents.

Yours sincerely,

Stanley Jaworski

Vice-President for Manufacturing

Tidal Surge Pump Company

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