Nintendo has released this statement regarding the wrist straps for the Wii Remote:

Nintendo is not recalling any of the Wii wrist straps for its motion sensitive Wii Remote. There is no problem with the existing wrist strap as long as the Wii Remote is used sensibly and properly in accordance with the guidelines provided by Nintendo. All parts of the wrist strap have passed product testing and quality control.

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.

• Players should keep at least three feet/ one meter from their televisions and dry their hands if they become sweaty or wet for any other reason.

• Remember that the Wii Remote is responsive enough to detect minor movements - so excessive and forceful actions are not necessary. Therefore we recommend not to use excessively rapid, violent or wide swinging motions while using the Wii Remote during game play.

Consumers who break their wrist straps through excess usage or who are worried about their wrist strap should contact their nearest Nintendo Service Center voluntary exchange programme has been provided where consumers can replace wrist straps free of charge upon request.

Email: [email protected]

Address:

Wii Wrist Strap,

Nintendo Service Centre,

CoDEStorm House

Walton Road

Farlington

PO6 1TR

Telephone: 0870 60 60 247 (Calls are charged at the National Rate to the caller)