Precautions - Sony PSVITA PCH-2016 Safety Manual

Precautions

Before using this product, carefully read this manual and retain
it for future reference. Parents and guardians of children should
read this manual and make sure that the child follows all safety
precautions.
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 accident-free operation, follow these guidelines:
• Observe all warnings, precautions and instructions.
• Regularly inspect the AC adaptor, AC power cord and USB
cable.
• If your PS Vita system is damaged, do not use it. Unplug the
AC power cord from the electricity supply and disconnect any
other cables immediately.
• Stop use, unplug the AC power cord from the electricity
supply and disconnect any other cables immediately if the
device functions in an abnormal manner, produces unusual
sounds or smells or if it or the AC adaptor becomes too hot to
touch.
• Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium-ion batteries. If the
internal battery fluid leaks, stop using the product immediately
and contact technical support for assistance. If the fluid gets
into your eyes, immediately rinse the affected area with clean
water and consult your physician. The battery fluid can cause
blindness.
• Contact the appropriate PlayStation
helpline which can be found within the guarantee section.
customer service
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Use and handling
• Use in a well-lit area and keep the screen a safe distance from
your face.
• Hold the system securely in your hand when you use the
system.
• Avoid prolonged use of the PS Vita system. To help prevent
eyestrain, take a break of about 15 minutes during every hour
of play.
• Avoid playing when you are tired or need sleep.
• 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 system. 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 a 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.
• Exercise care when setting the volume. If you set the volume
too high, it may harm your hearing or damage the speakers.
• Keep the system and accessories out of the reach of small
children. Small children may swallow the media cards or wrap
the cables/straps around themselves, which may inflict injury
or cause an accident or a malfunction. Media cards may
present a choking hazard.
• Do not use the system while driving or riding a bicycle.
Looking at the screen or operating the system while driving an
automobile or riding a bicycle may result in a traffic accident.
• Take extra care when using the system while walking.
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