Element Electronics Misleading warranty South Carolina

I purchased an Element 50" flat screen on 12/08/16 with a one-year warranty. In July of 2017, the TV's picture became such that I could not see the screen. I contacted Element Electronics and they determined that the TV I purchased was defective. They gave me several instructions on how to obtain a replacement TV.

Today, July 26th, Element has notified me that they have discontinued my specific model and, therefore, would issue me a refund. The issue is that I purchased this item at a discounted sale price, so the refund I will be getting will not replace the TV that I had.

The defect in the TV was the manufacturers issue, not mine. I do not believe Element when they tell me they don't have my model in stock. Reputable companies would replace this item with either a similar or comparable model to the one I have. Element knows very well that their refund will not cover a new Element 50" TV.

I would warn everyone not to buy an Element brand TV, or they'll be sent up the river as they have done me.

Sharon