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PS3 turned off on its on, now won't turn back on

My PlayStation 3 turned off in the middle of a game and now won't turn back on.
When I press the power button, the colour light flashes red, blue, yellow, then back to red.

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Hello,

"When the power status light flashes red after using the PS3 system for 3 or more minutes and shuts off, the PS3 system has possibly over heated. This may be caused by poor ventilation or the vents may be blocked."

"If this happens:



• Check to see if the vents are blocked. If the vents are dusty, vacuum the vents to remove the dust.


• If the PS3 system is in an enclosed area like a bookshelf or entertainment center, move it to a more open area.


• Leave the PS3 system off for 30 minutes to let it cool down.


• If you continue to have issues, you will have to send the system in for service."
Hope this will help...

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