
6
Use and handling
• Do not use the system in a closed cabinet or other locations 
where heat may build up. Doing so may cause the system to 
overheat and may lead to fire, injury or malfunction.
• If the system's internal temperature becomes elevated, the 
power indicator will flash alternately in red and green. In this 
case, turn off the system and leave it unused for a while. After 
the system cools down, move it to a location with good 
ventilation, and then resume use.
• Use in a well-lit area and keep as far away as possible from 
the television screen.
• Avoid prolonged use of the PS3™ system and wireless 
controller.
• Stop using the system immediately if you begin to feel tired or 
if you experience discomfort or pain in your hands or arms 
while operating the wireless controller. If the condition 
persists, consult a doctor.
• If you experience any of the following health problems, 
discontinue use of the system immediately. If symptoms 
persist, consult with your doctor.
– Dizziness, nausea, fatigue or symptoms similar to motion 
sickness
– Discomfort or pain in a part of the body, such as eyes, ears, 
hands or arms
• Keep the system and accessories, including cable ties and 
fasteners, out of the reach of small children.
• Do not connect cables other than a USB cable while the 
system is turned on (power indicator is lit solid green).
• Any TV or component connected to the system must be 
functioning properly and free of defects. If a TV or component 
connected to the system is faulty or defective, it may cause 
damage to the TV or component, or to the system itself. As 
with all electrical products, connection to faulty or defective 
components, or the failure to connect to a properly wired 
outlet, may cause sparking and pose a fire hazard.
• Do not touch the system or connected cables or accessories 
during an electrical storm.
• Do not use the system or accessories near water.
• Do not allow liquid, small particles or other foreign objects to 
get into the system or accessories.
• Do not touch the connectors of the system or accessories.
• Do not expose the system or accessories to dust, smoke or 
steam. Also, do not place the system in an area subject to 
excessive dust or cigarette smoke. Dust build-up or cigarette 
smoke residue on the internal components (such as the lens) 
may cause the system to malfunction.
• Do not expose the system or accessories to high 
temperatures, high humidity or direct sunlight.
• Do not place the system or accessories on surfaces that are 
unstable, tilted or subject to vibration.
• Do not set the system other than in the vertical or horizontal 
position. When setting the system in the vertical position, use 
the vertical stand (sold separately) for this model of the 
system. Also, do not change the position of the system while 
it is turned on.
• Be careful when carrying the system. If you do not have a 
good grip, the system may drop causing potential damage or 
injury.
• Keep the disc cover closed except when inserting or 
removing discs. Leaving the disc cover open may result in 
damage to internal components (such as the lens) or system 
malfunction.
• Be careful not to pinch your hands or fingers when closing the 
disc cover. This can cause injuries or system malfunction.
• Do not touch a disc while it is spinning. This can cause 
injuries, damage to the disc, or system malfunction.