This is another reason why using a 50 A HW unit in a 30A HW is the Best Way to Go $$ wise! That way Members do NOT lose $$ when they Go to a 50A unit and the Lifetime Warr. is Still with the Original Owner also,the Warr is NOT transferable! This is Probably a good deal for the buyer but the O/P loses$$! Youroo!!
Your correct the warranty is non transferable. I just bought one from another member and found that out. But they really just ask for the purchase date and place of purchase. I guess it's a gamble but I would still rather gamble with a warranty then starting to replace stuff.....
Just installed mine that I bought from a member, half the price so worth the gambal to me. Don't here of to many going back, I don't even think of one.