Video games can cause seizures or blackouts, and can also cause pain in your muscles, joints, skin, or eyes. Here are some tips to help reduce your risk of experiencing these problems:
The Health and Safety Precautions Booklet warns users about possible seizures triggered by flashing lights, repetitive‑motion injuries, eye strain, battery leakage, and radio‑frequency interference. It advises parents to monitor children, take regular breaks, and consult a doctor if symptoms appear.
The booklet also gives hardware maintenance instructions such as not disassembling the device, handling the battery safely, keeping the console away from moisture and extreme temperatures, and following FCC/Industry Canada regulations for wireless use. It includes specific guidance for game‑card handling and AC‑adapter usage.
| Battery type | rechargeable lithium ion |
|---|---|
| Wireless safety distance from pacemaker | do not operate within 9 inches |
Stop playing immediately and consult a doctor.
Keep the console at least 9 inches away from the pacemaker.