Health And Safety - Sony PS5 Safety Manual

Health and Safety

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 children
follow all safety precautions�
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� Observe all warnings, precautions, and instructions�
Stop use and disconnect the AC power cord immediately if the product functions in an
abnormal manner, produces unusual sounds or smells or becomes too hot to touch�
WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the enclosure� Refer servicing to qualified
personnel only�
LASER (Only for consoles with a disc drive installed)
This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product under IEC60825-1:2014�
CONSUMER LASER PRODUCT
EN 50689:2021
Caution
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure�
The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard�
MOVING FAN BLADES
Keep body parts away from fan blades�
SEIZURES INDUCED BY LIGHT STIMULATION (PHOTOSENSITIVE EPILEPSY)
If you have an epileptic condition or have had seizures, consult your doctor prior
to using this console�
Some individuals are sensitive to flashing or flickering lights or geometric shapes and
patterns, may have an undetected epileptic condition and may experience epileptic
seizures when playing videogames or watching video content�
DISCONTINUE USE IMMEDIATELY and consult your doctor if you experience any of the
following health problems or symptoms when exposed to flashing or flickering lights
or other light stimulation whilst playing video games or watching video content: eye
soreness, altered vision, migraine, muscle twitching, convulsion or other involuntary
movements, blackout, loss of awareness, confusion, or disorientation�
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In addition to the above, DISCONTINUE USE IMMEDIATELY when you experience any
of the following symptoms: headache, dizziness, nausea, fatigue, similar symptoms
to motion sickness, or discomfort or pain in any body part such as eyes, ears, hands,
arms, or feet whilst playing� If the condition persists, seek medical attention�
RADIO WAVES
Radio waves may affect electronic equipment or medical devices
(for example, pacemakers), which may cause malfunctions and possible injuries�
• If you use a pacemaker or other medical device, consult your doctor or the
manufacturer of your medical device before using the wireless networking
feature (Bluetooth® and wireless LAN)�
• Do not use the wireless networking feature in the following locations:
– Areas where wireless network use is prohibited, such as in hospitals� Abide
by medical institution regulations when using the console on their premises�
– Areas near fire alarms, automatic doors and other types of automated equipment�
MAGNETS AND MEDICAL DEVICES
These products have magnets which may interfere with pacemakers, defibrillators and
programmable shunt valves or other medical devices� Do not place these products close
to such medical devices or persons who use such medical devices� Consult your doctor
before using these products if you use such medical devices�
VOLUME LEVEL
Permanent hearing loss may occur if headsets or headphones are used at high volume�
Set the volume to a safe level� Over time, increasingly loud audio may start to sound
normal but can actually be damaging your hearing� If you experience ringing,
discomfort in your ears or muffled speech, stop listening and have your hearing
checked� The louder the volume, the sooner your hearing could be affected�
To protect your hearing:
• Limit the amount of time you use the headset or headphones at high volume�
• Avoid raising the volume to block out noisy surroundings�
• Lower the volume if you can't hear people speaking near you�
LITHIUM BATTERIES
WARNING: This console contains a lithium button / coin cell battery�
• The battery is hazardous� New or used batteries should be kept out
of reach of children�
• If swallowed or placed inside any part of the body the lithium button
cell battery can cause severe or fatal injuries in 2 hours or less�
• If you think the battery may have been swallowed or placed inside
any part of the body, you must seek immediate medical attention�