PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE SEPARATE HEALTH AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS BOOKLET INCLUDED WITH THIS PRODUCT BEFORE USING YOUR NINTENDO® HARDWARE SYSTEM, GAME PAK OR ACCESSORY. THIS BOOKLET CONTAINS IMPORTANT HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION: READ THE FOLLOWING WARNINGS BEFORE YOU OR YOUR CHILD PLAY VIDEO GAMES.
WARNING - Seizures
•Some people (about 1 in 4000) may have seizures or blackouts triggered by light flashes or patterns, such as while watching TV or playing video games, even if they have never had a seizure before.
•Anyone who has had a seizure, loss of awareness, or other symptom linked to an epileptic condition should consult a doctor before playing a video game.
•Parents should watch when their children play video games. Stop playing and consult a doctor if you or your child
have any of the following symptoms:
Convulsions | Eye or muscle twitching | Loss of awareness |
Altered vision | Involuntary movements | Disorientation |
•To reduce the likelihood of a seizure when playing video games:
1.Sit or stand as far from the screen as possible.
2.Play video games on the smallest available television screen.
3.Do not play if you are tired or need sleep.
4.Play in a
5.Take a 10 to 15 minute break every hour.
WARNING - Repetitive Motion Injuries and Eyestrain
Playing video games can make your muscles, joints, skin or eyes hurt after a few hours. Follow these instructions to avoid problems such as tendinitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, skin irritation or eyestrain:
•Avoid excessive play. It is recommended that parents monitor their children for appropriate play.
•Take a 10 to 15 minute break every hour, even if you don't think you need it.
•If your hands, wrists or arms or eyes become tired or sore while playing, stop and rest them for several hours before playing again.
•If you continue to have sore hands, wrists or arms or eyes during or after play, stop playing and see a doctor.
WARNING - Battery Leakage
Nintendo portable video game systems contain a rechargeable lithium ion battery pack. Leakage of ingredients contained within the battery pack, or the combustion products of the ingredients, can cause personal injury as well as damage to your hardware. If battery leakage occurs, avoid contact with skin. If contact occurs, immediately wash thoroughly with soap and water. If liquid leaking from a battery pack comes into contact with your eyes, immediately flush thoroughly with water and see a doctor.
To avoid battery leakage:
•Do not expose battery to excessive physical shock, vibration, or liquids.
•Do not disassemble, attempt to repair or deform the battery.
•Do not dispose of battery pack in a fire.
•Do not touch the terminals of the battery, or cause a short between the terminals with a metal object.
•Do not peel or damage the battery label.