Use And Handling - Sony CECH-3001A PlayStation 3 Safety And Support

• Regularly inspect the AC power cord for damage.
• Stop use, unplug the AC power cord from the electrical outlet and
disconnect any other cables immediately if the device functions in
an abnormal manner, produces unusual sounds or smells or
becomes too hot to touch.
• For more information on product safety and support, visit our
website ( back cover).

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
• 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.
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system and wireless controller.
• 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.
• Do not turn off the system while data is being saved on or loaded
from the hard disk.
• Do not move or change the position of the system while the power
indicator is lit solid green or flashing green. The vibration that
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