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Health and Safety Information
Health and Safety Information
Health and Safety Information
WARNING - Seizures
WARNING - Electric Shock
CAUTION - Motion Sickness
CAUTION - Laser Device
WARNING - Radio Frequency Interference
WARNING - Repetitive Motion Injuries
and Eyestrain
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION – READ THE FOLLOWING
WARNINGS BEFORE SETUP OR USE OF THE Wii. IF THIS
PRODUCT WILL BE USED BY YOUNG CHILDREN, THIS MANUAL
SHOULD BE READ AND EXPLAINED TO THEM BY AN ADULT.
FAILING TO DO SO MAY CAUSE INJURY.
PLEASE CAREFULLY REVIEW THE INSTRUCTION BOOKLET FOR
THE GAME YOU ARE PLAYING FOR ADDITIONAL HEALTH AND
SAFETY INFORMATION.
Some people (about 1 in 4000) may have seizures or blackouts triggered by light
flashes or patterns, and this may occur while they are 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 their children play video games. Stop playing and consult a
doctor if you or your child has 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:
• Sit or stand as far from the screen as possible.
• Play video games on the smallest available television screen.
• Do not play if you are tired or need sleep.
• Play in a well-lit room.
• Take a 10 to 15 minute break every hour.
Playing video games can make your muscles, joints, skin or eyes hurt. Follow these
instructions to avoid problems such as tendinitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, skin
irritation or eyestrain:
• Avoid excessive play. Parents should 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, arms or eyes become tired or sore while playing, or if you feel
symptoms such as tingling, numbness, burning or stiffness, stop and rest for
several hours before playing again.
• If you continue to have any of the above symptoms or other discomfort during or
after play, stop playing and see a doctor.
To avoid electric shock when you use this system:
• Do not use the Wii during a lightning storm. There may be a risk of electric shock
from lightning.
• Use only the AC Adapter that comes with your system.
• Do not use the AC Adapter if it has damaged, split or broken cords or wires.
• Make sure that the AC Adapter cord is fully inserted into the wall outlet or
extension cord.
• Always carefully disconnect all plugs by pulling on the plug and not on the cord.
Make sure the Wii power button is turned OFF before removing the AC Adapter
cord from an outlet.
Playing video games can cause motion sickness in some players. If you or your child
feel dizzy or nauseous when playing video games, stop playing and rest. Do not drive
or engage in other demanding activity until you feel better.
The Wii console and Wii Remote Plus can emit radio waves that can affect the
operation of nearby electronics, including cardiac pacemakers.
• Do not operate the Wii console or remote within 9 inches of a pacemaker.
• If you have a pacemaker or other implanted medical device, do not use the
Wii console or remote without first consulting your doctor or the
manufacturer of your medical device.
The Wii console is a Class I laser product. Do not attempt to disassemble the Wii
console. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
Caution: Use of controls or adjustments or procedures other than those specified
herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
NOTE: This product does not contain latex.
This product complies with applicable laws barring the use of toxic materials such as
lead, mercury, cadmium, hexavalent chromium, PBB or PBDE in consumer products.
Specifications:
Laser Type: Semiconductor laser Laser wave length: 662nm (typ.)(647nm~687nm)
Laser power: Max. 0.9mW Numeric aperture: 0.6
