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Safety
This product has been designed with the highest concern for safety. However, any electrical device, if used improperly, has the potential for causing fire, electrical shock or personal injury. To help ensure
•Observe all warnings, precautions and instructions.
•Stop use immediately if the device functions in an abnormal manner, or produces unusual sounds or smells.
•If the device does not function properly, contact our technical support line at
Use and handling
•Do not throw or drop the console or subject it to strong physical shock.
•Do not place the console on a surface that is unstable, tilted or subject to vibration.
•Never move or change the position of a console while it is turned on.
•Do not expose the console to high temperatures, high humidity or direct sunlight (use in an environment where temperatures range 5°C – 35°C/41°F – 95°F).
•Do not place the console in a location subject to sudden temperature change (e.g. temperature changes of 10°C/ 18°F per hour or more).
•Do not leave the console in a car with its windows closed (particularly in summer) as this may warp the product exterior or cause the product to malfunction.
•Do not use the console in a dusty location.
•Do not allow liquid or small particles to get into the console.
•Do not put heavy objects on the console.
•Do not touch the metal parts or insert foreign objects into the connectors of the console.
•When you do not intend to use the console for an extended period of time, disconnect the power plug for the PlayStation®2 console from the electrical outlet.
•When disconnecting the power plug from an electrical outlet, pull it out by grasping the plug. Never pull the cord itself.
•Do not place any rubber or vinyl materials on the exterior of the console for an extended period of time. Doing so may damage the plastic surface.
•To help prevent eye strain, take a break of about 15 minutes during every hour of play.
•Use only the supplied AC power cord.
•Unplug all cords and cables before moving the console.
Checking the AC power cord
To help ensure safe operation of this product, regularly inspect the AC power cord for wear and tear. If the cord is damaged, discontinue use immediately and contact our technical support line at
Do not touch the connectors on the console
Do not touch the metal parts of, or insert foreign objects into, the connectors on the console. To help protect the expansion bus connector within the expansion bay, keep the expansion bay cover in place on the console rear when the bay is not in use.
Do not expose the console to cigarette smoke or dust
When setting up the PlayStation®2 console, avoid places subject to excessive cigarette smoke or dust. Cigarette smoke residue or dust
Cleaning the vents
Dust can accumulate in both the front and rear vents of the PlayStation®2 console. Check the vents from time to time and remove any accumulated dust with a
Disc handling
•Do not leave discs near a heat source, in direct sunlight, or in high humidity.
•Store discs in their cases when they are not being used. Stacking discs or standing them at an angle without putting them in their cases can cause the discs to warp.
•Do not touch the disc surface when handling a disc; hold it by the edges.
•Do not stick paper or tape onto the disc.
•Do not write on the disc with a marker, etc.
•Fingerprints, dust, dirt or scratches on the disc can distort the picture or reduce sound quality. Always handle carefully and make sure discs are clean before use.
•Clean discs using a soft cloth, lightly wiping from the center outwards.
•Do not use solvents such as benzine, commercially available cleaners not intended for CDs or
Moisture condensation
If the console or the disc is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one, moisture may condense on the lens inside the console or on the disc. Should this occur, the console may not operate properly. In this case, remove the disc and do not put it back in until the moisture evaporates (this could take several hours). If the console still does not operate properly, call
Cleaning the exterior of the console
When cleaning the exterior of the console, be sure to turn the power off with the main power switch on the back of the console and disconnect the power plug from the electrical socket.
•Do not use paint thinner, solvents or other chemicals to clean the exterior of the console, as these may damage the surface. When using a commercially available cleaning cloth, follow the instructions supplied with the cloth.
•If the exterior of the console becomes dirty, soak a soft cloth in a mild detergent solution diluted with water, tightly squeeze the cloth to remove the excess liquid, wipe the affected area of the exterior, and finish by wiping with a dry cloth.
Never disassemble the console
•Use your PlayStation®2 console according to the instructions in this manual. No authorization for the analysis or modification of the PlayStation®2 console, nor the analysis and use of its circuit configurations, is provided.
•There are no
Notes on safety when using the analog controller (DUALSHOCK®2)*
•Stop using the console immediately if you begin to feel tired or if you experience discomfort or pain in your hands or arms while operating the analog controller (DUALSHOCK®2). If the condition persists, consult a doctor.
•The analog controller (DUALSHOCK®2) is intended for use with the hands only. Do not bring it into close contact with your head, face or the bones of any other part of the body.
•The vibration function of the analog controller (DUALSHOCK®2) can aggravate injuries. Do not use the vibration function if you have any ailment or injury to the bones, joints or muscles of your hands or arms. Note that some PlayStation®2 and PlayStation® format software titles set the vibration function to “On” by default. In most cases, the vibration function can be set to “Off” in the options menu of the software. Do not play such titles using the analog controller (DUALSHOCK®2) unless you have set the vibration function to “Off”.
•Avoid prolonged use of the analog controller (DUALSHOCK®2). Take a break at about 30 minute intervals.
*These notes also apply to the analog controller (DUALSHOCK®).
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