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WARNING
WARNING - SEIZURES
CAUTION
Important Safety Information – Read the following warnings before setup or use of the New Nintendo 2DS XL
system. Also be sure to read the Health and Safety Information application by selecting on the HOME
Menu. If this product will be used by young children, this manual should be read and explained to them by an
adult. Failing to do so may cause injury. Please carefully review the instruction booklet for the game you are
playing for additional health and safety information.
Throughout this manual, you will see this symbol
followed by WARNING or CAUTION, or you may see the term IMPORTANT.
These terms have different levels of meaning as outlined below. Please read and understand these terms and the information that
appears after them before using your New Nintendo 2DS XL system:
Warns you about incorrect use of the system that could result in serious personal injury.
Cautions you about incorrect use of the system that could result in personal injury or damage to the
system, components, games, or accessories.
Informs you about incorrect use of the system that could result in damage to the system, components,
games, or accessories.
IMPORTANT:
• Some people (about 1 in 4000) may have seizures or blackouts triggered by light flashes or patterns, and this may occur while
they are watching TV or playing video games, even if they have never had a seizure before.
• Anyone who has had a seizure, loss of awareness, or other symptom linked to an epileptic condition should consult a doctor
before playing a video game.
• Parents should watch their children play video games. Stop playing and consult a doctor if you or your child has any of the
following symptoms:
Convulsions
Eye or muscle twitching
Loss of awareness
Altered vision
Involuntary movements
Disorientation
To reduce the likelihood of a seizure when playing video games:
1. Sit or stand as far from the screen as possible.
2. Play video games on the smallest available television screen.
3. Do not play if you are tired or need sleep.
4. Play in a well-lit room.
5. Take a 10 to 15 minute break every hour.
Health and Safety Information
Health and Safety Information and Usage
Guidelines
