(1) At the time of purchase, DVR pays for an initial warranty for an assistive technology device, piece of equipment, or product if you meet the conditions for DVR to pay for a VR service as outlined in WAC 388-891A-1100, and the warranty:

(a) Is available from the manufacturer or service provider at the time of purchase;

(b) Offers a guarantee for a specified period of time following the date of purchase; and

(c) Guarantees repair or replacement of parts, or if necessary, the entire device, equipment, or product when the parts or workmanship are faulty.

(2) DVR pays for a warranty that extends beyond the period of coverage of an initial warranty for an assistive technology device, piece of equipment, or product if you meet the conditions for DVR to pay for a VR service as outlined in WAC 388-891A-1100 and:

(a) The individual with a disability is the holder of the device, equipment, or product;

(b) The manufacturer or service provider provides a written guarantee for the materials and workmanship of the device, equipment, or product;

(c) The manufacturer or service provider replaces or repairs faulty parts and workmanship, replaces the device, equipment, or product in whole; and

(d) If the manufacturer or service provider does not directly perform repairs or replacement, the manufacturer or service provider must directly pay a third-party service provider to repair or replace parts and workmanship, or to repair or replace the device, equipment, or product in whole.