In light of the Strap gate incident and now recall of Wii Remote wrist straps Nintendo has seen fit to release a press release informing you once again how to properly use the Wiimote and how to use it safely.
Of course most people would label this as common sense but that doesnt seem to stop many people. Nintendo issued fact sheet, is inside.
The following tips are advised for safe play:
- Always wear the wrist strap while playing.
- Keep a firm grip on the Wii Remote at all times.
- Make sure people and objects are out of the range of movement before play begins.Other things to keep in mind include:
- Players should keep at least three feet from their televisions and should dry their hands if they become moist.
- Remember that the Wii Remote is responsive enough to detect minor movements so excessive and forceful actions are not necessary.
- The motions made are similar to real-life sports games, but the force is not.These tips complement efforts already underway:
- Nintendo has been replacing broken wrist straps for consumers who request them.
- Nintendo operates a toll-free number and a Web site for customers to request replacement wrist straps. Consumers can call 1-800-859-4519 or visit support.nintendo.com to get a replacement wrist strap.
- All new Wii hardware shipments include new wrist straps and a safety sheet.
- Links about Wii safety are available on various Nintendo Web sites, including multiple links on Nintendo.com, Wii.Nintendo.com and the Nintendo World store Web site.
- Nintendo sent an e-mail message to members of the MyNintendo customer-loyalty program about Wii Remote safety. A similar message will be sent each week to consumers who register their new Wii systems at MyNintendo.com.
- Games include on-screen advisories about proper wrist strap use.
- Nintendo includes an insert about Wii safety with all correspondence dealing with Wii product repairs and replacements.In the coming weeks, Nintendo will:
- Send electronic messages to Internet-connected Wii systems to highlight key Wii safety points.
- Update the Wii operations manual and the manual for Wii Sports with additional wrist strap cautions and specific game advice.
- Update on-screen wrist strap advisories to include additional messaging.
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