(a) Automated card shuffling devices may be used to shuffle and dispense at all card games authorized by the commission in addition to a dealing shoe, provided that:
(1) the automated card shuffling device has been tested and approved as required by Part 5318 of this Title;
(2) the procedures for using such device for shuffling, dispensing and dealing the cards are approved in writing by the commission; and
(3) the internal control procedures ensuring the security of an automated card shuffling device are approved in writing by the commission.
(b) For table games at which an automated card shuffling device is used, the location of the automated card shuffling device shall be approved by the commission in writing, and the discard rack shall be on the side of the gaming table opposite such device.
(c) Unless authorized by the commission, automated card shuffling devices require locking covers.
(d) Unless authorized by the commission, a gaming facility licensee may not use a continuous shuffling device.