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HEALTH AND SAFETY
INFORMATION
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION – READ THE FOLLOWING
WARNINGS BEFORE SETUP OR USE OF THE 3RD SPACE SYSTEM.
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.
This product has been designed with the highest concern for safety.
However, any electrical device has the potential to cause fire,
electrical shock, or personal injury if used improperly. Follow these
guidelines to help ensure accident-free operation.
! Observe all warnings, precautions, and instructions.
! Regularly inspect the AC Adaptor for damage.
! Stop using, unplug the AC Adapter from the electrical outlet, and
disconnect any other cables immediately if the system functions
in an abnormal manner, produces unusual sounds or smells, or
becomes too hot to touch.
!WARNING – Seizures
Some people (about 1 in 4,000) may have seizures or blackouts
triggered by light flashes or patterns. This may occur while they are
watching TV or playing videogames, even if they have never had a
seizure before.
Anyone who has had a seizure, loss of awareness, or other
symptoms linked to an epileptic condition should consult a doctor
before playing a videogame.
Parents should watch their children play videogames. Stop playing
and consult a doctor if you or your child has any of the following
symptoms:
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Convulsions
Altered Vision
Eye or Muscle Twitching
l Involuntary Movements
l Loss of Awareness
l Disorientation
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To reduce the likelihood of a seizure when playing videogames:
Sit or stand as far from the screen as possible.
Play videogames on the smallest available screen.
l Do not play if you are tired or need sleep.
l Play in a well-lit room.
l Take a 10-15 minute break for every hour of use.
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! WARNING – Repetitive motion injuries
and eyestrain
Playing videogames can make your muscles, joints, skin, or
eyes hurt. Follow these instructions to avoid problems such as
tendonitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, skin irritation, or eyestrain:
Avoid excessive play. Parents should monitor their children for
appropriate play.
l Take a 10-15 minute break every hour even if you do not think you
need it.
l If your hands, wrists, arms, eyes, shoulders, back, chest,
or abdomen become sore or tired while playing; or if you feel
symptoms such as tingling, numbness, burning, stiffness, or pain,
stop and rest for several hours before playing again.
l If you continue to have any of the above symptoms or other
discomfort during or after play, stop playing and see a doctor.
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! WARNING – Other health conditions
If you have heart, respiratory, abdominal, or other physical
impairments that limit your physical activity, do not use the 3rd
Space System.
Do not wear the 3rd Space Vest over any open or non-healed
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