HP 17XL579 manual Computing, General Prevention

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Notebook	◆ Do you change postures frequently?
Computing	◆ Do you avoid resting your wrists on your thighs while typing?

	◆ To avoid neck fatigue when using the computer on a sofa or bed, do you avoid
	reclining too far?
	◆ Where possible, have you tried using a full-size keyboard and detached pointing
	device, such as a mouse or trackball, with your notebook computer?
	◆ Similarly, have you tried using a full-size monitor?

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◆Do you take breaks and walk around briefly, at least once per hour?

◆Do you exercise regularly?

◆Periodically, do you take inventory of the stress in your life and change what is within your control to change?

◆If you experience any symptoms that you think may relate to your using a computer, whether you experience them during work or at other times, have you consulted a doctor and, if available, your company’s health and safety department?

HINT: DOUBLE-CHECK

◆Review your postures and habits using this checklist.

◆Periodically reread this section.

◆Listen to your body.

Anytime you make changes to your tasks, work area, or posture, “listen” to your body. Its signals of comfort or discomfort will help you know whether your adjustments are right.

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Contents Presario 2000 191432-001 Page Contents Page Iii Government ApprovalsPage Page Page Safety and Comfort Important Choices Take Action for Safety and ComfortPromoting a Safe and Comfortable Work Environment Relax AdjustKey Principles MoveRange of Positions Finding Your Comfort ZoneRemember Vary Your PostureDifferent Postures Organizing Your AdjustmentsProviding enough leg room Feet, Knees, and LegsGetting comfortable BackDon’t anchor your wrists Forearms Wrists, HandsResting your eyes Shoulders and ElbowsEyes Checking elbow heightHaving your eyes examined Cleaning your monitor and eyeglassesArranging Your Work Area MonitorHint Eye Height Adjusting the monitor heightPositioning the monitor Tilting the monitorHint Notebook Viewing Adjusting monitor height for bifocal and trifocal usersHint Adjusting Brightness and Contrast Eliminating glare and reflections on your monitorAligning the mouse and keyboard Adjusting the keyboard height and slopeUsing a keyboard tray comfortably Positioning the keyboardArm Supports and a Palm Rest Using arm supportsUsing a palm rest Hint For Pauses Only Using a document holderPapers and Books Minimizing your reachPhone Working in Comfort Using a ComputerHint Keep it Light Typing StyleReaching for keys and key combinations Hint Long Hours of UseHint Hunt-and-Peck Typing Adjusting software controlsClean frequently Hint Pointing Comfort Using a Keyboard on a SofaSwitch Hands Aligning forearms, wrists, and handsReduce sources of stress Taking Breaks Varying Your TasksTake breaks Vary your tasksCultivating health and fitness Health Habits ExerciseMonitoring Your Monitoring personal tolerance levels and limitsHint Be Inventive Organizing Your AdjustmentsFrom the Ground Up From the Top Down Shoulders Arms, Wrists Hands Eyes Self-CheckKeys? General Prevention ComputingGeneral Practice Electrical and Mechanical Safety InformationProduct Safety Policy Safety StandardsInstallation Requirements General Precautions for Compaq ProductsDamage requiring service Water and moisture Mounting accessoriesServicing VentilationInternal battery Power sourcesAccessibility Voltage select switchOptions and upgrades CleaningReplacement parts Safety checkHot surfaces Precautions for Portable Computer ProductsPrecautions for Server and Network Products Safety interlocks and enclosuresFloor standing products Accessories and optionsHot-pluggable power supplies Products with castersLightning protection Power linesCompatibility External television antenna groundingSafety and Comfort Antenna Grounding No. ComponentLaser Safety Warnings Laser information Compliance with Cdrh RegulationsCompliance with International Regulations Laser Product LabelHuman Factors and Ergonomics Society For More InformationNational Safety Council Library European Union Notice Government ApprovalsCables Federal Communications Commission NoticeJapanese Notice Ringer Equivalence Number REN Telecom Network ApprovalsRegulations Governing the Use of Modems Telephone Consumer Protection Act Canadian Regulations Governing the Use of Modems Connection Babt Users NoticeTelephone NetworkGovernment Approvals Wahlsperre Benutzerhinweise für besondere Bestimmungen in ÖsterreichBenutzerhinweise für besondere Bestimmungen in Deutschland Speciale gebruiksinstructies voor Nederland Brugerinstruktioner i overensstemmelse med danske kravNew Zealand Modem Statements Batteries SafetyCdrh Regulations Laser AssembliesLaser Label Information Mobile Products Using Computer GermanErgonomics Locating Regulatory ComplianceTypical Agency Label Component Energy Compliance Energy Star Compliance

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