WARNINGWARNING - SeizuresWARNING - Repetitive Motion Injuries and EyestrainWARNING - Battery LeakageWARNING - Radio Frequency InterferenceCAUTIONHealth and Safety InformationImportant Safety Information – Read the following warnings before setup or use ofthe Nintendo DSi XL system. If this product will be used by young children, this manualshould 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 foradditional health and safety information.Throughout this manual, you will see this symbol followed by WARNING or CAUTION, or you may see theterm IMPORTANT. These terms have different levels of meaning as outlined below. Please read and understandthese terms and the information that appears after them before using your Nintendo DSi XL system:Warns you about incorrect use of the Nintendo DSi XL that could result inserious personal injury.Cautions you about incorrect use of the Nintendo DSi XL that could resultin personal injury or damage to the Nintendo DSi XL system, components,games, or accessories.Informs you about incorrect use of the Nintendo DSi XL that could result indamage to the Nintendo DSi XL 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 aseizure before.• Anyone who has had a seizure, loss of awareness, or other symptom linked to an epileptic conditionshould 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 yourchild has any of the following symptoms:Convulsions Eye or muscle twitching Loss of awarenessAltered 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.Playing video games can make your muscles, joints, skin or eyes hurt. Follow these instructions to avoidproblems such as tendinitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, skin irritation or eyestrain:• Avoid excessive play. Parents should monitor their children for appropriate play.• Take a 10 to 15 minute break every hour, even if you don’t think you need it.• When using the stylus, you do not need to grip it tightly or press it hard against the screen. Doing somay cause fatigue or discomfort.• If your hands, wrists, arms or eyes become tired or sore while playing, or if you feel symptoms such astingling, numbness, burning or stiffness, stop and rest for several hours before playing again.• If you continue to have any of the above symptoms or other discomfort during or after play, stopplaying and see a doctor.5Basics6 BasicsNOTE: This product does not contain latex.This product complies with applicable laws barring the use of toxic materials such as lead, mercury, cadmium, hexavalent chromium, PBB orPBDE in consumer products.The Nintendo DSi XL contains a rechargeable lithium ion battery pack. Leakage of ingredients containedwithin the battery pack, or the combustion products of the ingredients, can cause personal injury as wellas damage to your Nintendo DSi XL. If battery leakage occurs, avoid contact with skin. If contact occurs, im-mediately wash thoroughly with soap and water. If liquid leaking from a battery pack comes into contactwith your eyes, immediately flush thoroughly with water and see a doctor.To avoid battery leakage:• Do not expose battery to excessive physical shock, vibration, or liquids.• Do not disassemble, attempt to repair or deform the battery.• Do not dispose of battery pack in a fire.• Do not touch the terminals of the battery, or cause a short between the terminals with a metal object.• Do not peel or damage the battery label.The Nintendo DSi XL can emit radio waves that can affect the operation of nearby electronics, includingcardiac pacemakers.• Do not operate the Nintendo DSi XL within 9 inches of a pacemaker while using the wireless feature.• If you have a pacemaker or other implanted medical device, do not use the wireless feature of aNintendo DSi XL without first consulting your doctor or the manufacturer of your medical device.• Observe and follow all regulations and rules regarding use of wireless devices in locations such ashospitals, airports, and on board aircraft. Operation in those locations may interfere with or causemalfunctions of equipment, with resulting injuries to persons or damage to property.IMPORTANT: The Nintendo DSi XL allows you to disable wireless communications. SelectSYSTEM SETTINGS from the Nintendo DSi Menu, then select WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS andOFF to disable this feature.Refer to the separate Nintendo DS Health and Safety Precautions booklet for additionalinformation on hardware and software precautions and maintenance.