How to Charge the Nintendo DSi/Nintendo DSi XL System Battery

Nintendo DSi

In this article, you'll learn how to charge the Nintendo DSi or Nintendo DSi XL battery pack.

Do not use the Nintendo DSi AC Adapter during a lightning storm, as there may be a risk of electric shock from lightning.
Do not use any battery other than the rechargeable battery made by Nintendo.
- Nintendo DSi: battery model no. TWL-003 (purchase a replacement)
- Nintendo DSi XL: battery model no. UTL-003 (purchase a replacement)
When recharging the battery, only use the included AC Adapter, Model No. WAP-002 (USA).
If liquid comes into contact with the battery, do not reuse it. Please contact us for support.

Do not remove the battery from the Nintendo DSi or Nintendo DSi XL unless it needs to be replaced.
If you need to dispose of the battery, follow these guidelines.
Be sure to completely charge the battery before using the system for the first time or when it has not been used in the last 6 months.
Battery recharge time is approximately 2 - 3 hours, although this will vary depending on the remaining charge when you begin to recharge the battery.
The battery can be fully re-charged at least 500 times, but after long-term use the battery performance will begin to decline.

Complete these steps

Insert the small end of the adapter into the AC Adapter Connector (labeled "4.6V IN") on the back of the Nintendo DSi or Nintendo DSi XL. Be sure to insert it straight into the connector. (The side with the logo should be facing up.)
Swing the prongs on the AC adapter until they lock into place, then insert it into a standard (120 volt) outlet. The plug should be mounted vertically or on a floor outlet (such as a power strip).
Once the adapter is properly inserted, the unit will begin to charge (the recharge indicator LED will light up orange).
- If the orange indicator LED is not lit, make sure the AC Adapter is connected properly to both the system and the outlet by using the instructions above. If the orange LED still does not light up, the unit may already be fully charged.
- If the orange indicator LED is blinking, there is a chance that the battery pack is not installed correctly.
When fully charged, the orange LED will go out. Unplug the adapter from the wall (holding it by the plug and not the cord) before removing the connection from the system.