Warning - Sony PlayStation Instruction Manual

WARNING

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To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not
expose the unit to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open
the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified
personnel only.
WARNING
To prevent shock hazard, do not insert the
plug cut off from the mains lead into a
socket outlet. This plug cannot be used and
should be destroyed.
Caution
The use of optical instruments with this
product will increase eye hazard.
Read before operating your
"PlayStation"
A few people may experience epileptic
seizures when viewing flashing lights or
patterns in our daily environment. These
persons may experience seizures while
watching TV pictures or playing video
games. Even players who have never had
any seizures may nonetheless have an
undetected epileptic condition.
Consult your doctor before playing video
games if you have an epileptic condition or
should you experience any of the following
symptoms during play: altered vision,
muscle twitching, other involuntary
movements, loss of awareness of your
surroundings, mental confusion, and/or
convulsions.
This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER
product. The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
MARKING is located on the bottom of the
"PlayStation".
Precautions
Your"PlayStation" is not disconnected from the AC
power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the
wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.
About the nameplate
The nameplate is located on the bottom of the
"PlayStation".
Precautions
On safety
• The laser beam emitted from the lens of your
"PlayStation" is harmful to the eyes. Do not
disassemble the casing. Servicing should be
carried out by qualified personnel only.
• Should any solid objects or liquid fall into your
"PlayStation", unplug it immediately and have
it checked by qualified personnel before any
further use.
• When not in use, disconnect your
"PlayStation" from the mains. When
disconnecting, grasp the plug and pull it from
the wall socket. Never pull the cord itself.
For your health
• Be sure to take a break of about 15 minutes
during every hour of play.
• Do not play a game when you are very tired or
short of sleep.
• Play in a well lit room, sitting as far from the
screen as the cord will allow.
On operation
• Operate your "PlayStation" only on 220 - 240 V
AC, 50/60 Hz.
• Do not cover your "PlayStation" during use as
heat may build up internally.
• Avoid rough handling or mechanical shock
and do not put any heavy objects on your
"PlayStation". This could damage the console
or the disc.
• Do not leave your "PlayStation" near heat
sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight
(operating temperature: 5˚C - 35˚C), excessive
dust or sand, moisture, rain, on an uneven
surface, or in a car with its windows closed.
• If your "PlayStation" causes interference to
radio or television receptions, turn it off or
move it away from those appliances.
• Do not touch the lens inside the disc cover. To
protect the lens from dust, keep the disc cover
closed except when inserting or removing a
disc. If the lens is not clean, your "PlayStation"
may not operate properly.
• Your "PlayStation" is not disconnected from
the AC power source (mains) as long as it is
connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit
itself has been turned off.
About the discs
• You can use the two kinds of discs with your
"PlayStation": CD-ROM discs with both "PlayStation"
logo and [PAL] designation, and audio CDs.
• Some discs sold in foreign countries cannot be
used with this unit.
On handling discs
• Do not leave the discs near heat sources or in
direct sunlight or excessive moisture.
• Store the discs in their cases when they're not in
use.
• When handling the discs, do not touch the
surface.
Hold them by the edge.
• Do not stick paper or tape on the discs.
• Do not write on the discs with a marker, etc.
On moisture condensation
If your "PlayStation" is brought directly from a cold
to a warm location, or is placed in a very damp
room, moisture may condense on the lens inside.
Should this occur, your "PlayStation" may not
operate properly. In this case, remove the disc for
several hours until the moisture evaporates. If your
"PlayStation" still does not operate properly, call the
appropriate "PlayStation" customer service number
which can be found on the customer registration
card, within every "PlayStation" software manual
and on our websites www.playstation-europe.com
and www.playstation.com.au
Do not connect your "PlayStation" to a
projection TV
Do not connect your "PlayStation" to a projection
TV unless it is the LCD type. Permanent damage to
your TV screen could otherwise result.
Never analyse or remodel your
"PlayStation"
Use your "PlayStation" following the instructions
in this manual. Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
expressly prohibits the analysis or remodelling of
the "PlayStation", and also prohibits the analysis,
use of its circuit configurations without express
written permission of Sony Computer
Entertainment Inc.