A retailer is not required to apply a core charge to a battery sale when the buyer submits verifiable proof that the battery is needed for an original battery installation. Verifiable proof shall consist of a voucher issued by the seller of the vehicle or device containing the following:
(1) Title, address, and phone of the retail establishment;
(2) Brief description of the vehicle or device sold with indication that a battery(s) was not included;
(3) Date of issuance;
(4) Name of the purchaser; and
(5) Signature of the sales agent.
Vouchers shall be valid for ninety days following the date of issuance and must be surrendered to the retailer during the battery sale.
[Statutory Authority: RCW
70.95.670. WSR 91-05-020 (Order 90-36), § 173-331-210, filed 2/11/91, effective 3/14/91.]