Acer X1300, AS001 manual Tips and information for comfortable use, Finding your comfort zone

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Acer ENERGY STAR qualified products:

Produce less heat and reduce cooling loads, and warmer climates.

Automatically go into "display sleep" and "computer sleep" mode after 10 and 30 minute of inactivity respectively.

Wake the computer from sleep mode by pushing keyboard or moving mouse.

Computers will save more than 80% energy at "sleep" mode.

ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR mark are registered U.S. marks

Tips and information for comfortable use

Computer users may complain of eyestrain and headaches after prolonged use. Users are also at risk of physical injury after long hours of working in front of a computer. Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress, inadequate working conditions, personal health and other factors greatly increase the risk of physical injury.

Incorrect computer usage may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, tenosynovitis or other musculoskeletal disorders. The following symptoms may appear in the hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, neck or back:

numbness, or a burning or tingling sensation

aching, soreness or tenderness

pain, swelling or throbbing

stiffness or tightness

coldness or weakness

If you have these symptoms, or any other recurring or persistent discomfort and/or pain related to computer use, consult a physician immediately and inform your company's health and safety department.

The following section provides tips for more comfortable computer use.

Finding your comfort zone

Find your comfort zone by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor, using a footrest, or raising your sitting height to achieve maximum comfort. Observe the following tips:

refrain from staying too long in one fixed posture

avoid slouching forward and/or leaning backward

stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain on your leg muscles

take short rests to relax your neck and shoulders

avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders

install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach

if you view your monitor more than your documents, place the display at the center of your desk to minimize neck strain

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Contents User Guide AcerSystemCopyright 2009 All Rights Reserved AcerSystem User Guide Safety instructions Information for your safety and comfortTurning the product off before cleaning Safe listening Using electrical powerDisposal instructions Additional safety informationProduct servicing Energy Star Mercury advisoryFinding your comfort zone Tips and information for comfortable useDeveloping good work habits Taking care of your visionContents Page Your computer consists of the following System tourOpening the package Setting up your computerNecessary to know before setup Selecting a locationStarting your computer Connecting peripheralsShutting down your computer Setting up new components System upgradeOpening the computer Frequently asked questions English Taking care of your computer Cleaning and servicing To clean your computer and keyboardImportant tips When to contact a service technician To clean your pointing deviceTo clean an optical mouse To clean your monitorFCC notice Regulations and safety noticesList of applicable countries Operation conditionsRemarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens Declaration of Conformity for EU countriesEnglish Digital audio output statement Laser compliance statementRadio device regulatory notice General Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity Acer Europe SA Article 3.1b EMC V09A3