When a consumer finds that an item he bought is faulty or does not live up to the manufacturer’s claim for it, the first step is to present the warranty(保单), or any other helpful records at the store of purchase. If this action does not work, there are various means that may be used to gain satisfaction.
A simple and common method is to complain directly to the store manager. Generally, the "higher up" the consumer takes his complaint, the faster he can expect it to be settled In such a ease, it is usually settled in the consumer’s favor, if he has a just claim.
Complaining is usually most effective when it is done politely but firmly, and especial ly when the consumer can demonstrate what is wrong with the item. If this cannot be done, he will succeed best by presenting specific information as to what is wrong, rather than by making general statements.
The store manager may advise the consumer to write to the manufacturer. If so, the
A. how to avoid buying a faulty item
B. how to deal with complaints from customers
C. how to make an effective complaint about a faulty item
D. how to settle a consumer's complaint about a faulty item
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