HP 17XL579 Electrical and Mechanical Safety Information, Product Safety Policy, General Practice

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Electrical and Mechanical Safety Information

Introduction Compaq products are designed to operate safely when installed and used according to general safety practices. The guidelines included in this section explain the potential risks associated with computer operation and provide important safety practices designed to minimize these risks. By carefully following the information contained in this section, you can protect yourself from hazards and create a safer computer work environment.

This section provides information on the following topics:

◆Product safety policy

◆Product installation requirements

◆General safety precautions for all Compaq products

Product Safety

Policy and

General Practice

If you have a serious concern regarding the safe use of the equipment that your Compaq authorized service provider cannot address, call Compaq Customer Support for your area.

Compaq products are designed and tested to meet IEC 950, the Standard for the Safety of Information Technology Equipment. This is the International Electrotechnical Commission's safety standard covering the type of equipment that Compaq manufactures. Testing may include evaluation according to other criteria such as many of the international, national, and regional standards based on deviations to IEC 950.

Safety Standards

The IEC 950 standards provide general safety design requirements that reduce the risk of personal injury to both the computer user and the service provider. These standards protect against the following hazards:

◆Electric shock Hazardous voltage levels contained in parts of the product

◆ Fire

Overloads, temperature, material flammability

◆Mechanical Sharp edges, moving parts, instability

◆	Energy	Circuits with high energy levels (240 volt amperes) or
		potential as burn hazards
◆	Heat	Accessible parts of the product at high temperatures
◆	Chemical	Chemical fumes and vapors
◆	Radiation	Noise, ionizing, laser, ultrasonic wave

Safety and Comfort

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Contents Presario 2000 191432-001 Page Contents Page Government Approvals IiiPage Page Page Safety and Comfort Take Action for Safety and Comfort Promoting a Safe and Comfortable Work EnvironmentImportant Choices Adjust Key PrinciplesMove RelaxFinding Your Comfort Zone RememberVary Your Posture Range of PositionsOrganizing Your Adjustments Different PosturesFeet, Knees, and Legs Providing enough leg roomBack Getting comfortableForearms Wrists, Hands Don’t anchor your wristsShoulders and Elbows EyesChecking elbow height Resting your eyesCleaning your monitor and eyeglasses Arranging Your Work AreaMonitor Having your eyes examinedAdjusting the monitor height Positioning the monitorTilting the monitor Hint Eye HeightAdjusting monitor height for bifocal and trifocal users Hint Adjusting Brightness and ContrastEliminating glare and reflections on your monitor Hint Notebook ViewingAdjusting the keyboard height and slope Using a keyboard tray comfortablyPositioning the keyboard Aligning the mouse and keyboardUsing arm supports Using a palm restArm Supports and a Palm Rest Using a document holder Papers and BooksMinimizing your reach Hint For Pauses OnlyPhone Using a Computer Working in ComfortTyping Style Reaching for keys and key combinationsHint Long Hours of Use Hint Keep it LightAdjusting software controls Clean frequentlyHint Hunt-and-Peck Typing Using a Keyboard on a Sofa Switch HandsAligning forearms, wrists, and hands Hint Pointing ComfortTaking Breaks Varying Your Tasks Take breaksVary your tasks Reduce sources of stressHealth Habits Exercise Monitoring YourMonitoring personal tolerance levels and limits Cultivating health and fitnessOrganizing Your Adjustments From the Ground Up From the Top DownHint Be Inventive Self-Check Shoulders Arms, Wrists Hands EyesKeys? Computing General PreventionElectrical and Mechanical Safety Information Product Safety PolicySafety Standards General PracticeGeneral Precautions for Compaq Products Damage requiring serviceInstallation Requirements Mounting accessories ServicingVentilation Water and moisturePower sources AccessibilityVoltage select switch Internal batteryCleaning Replacement partsSafety check Options and upgradesPrecautions for Portable Computer Products Precautions for Server and Network ProductsSafety interlocks and enclosures Hot surfacesAccessories and options Hot-pluggable power suppliesProducts with casters Floor standing productsPower lines CompatibilityExternal television antenna grounding Lightning protectionSafety and Comfort No. Component Antenna GroundingLaser Safety Warnings Compliance with Cdrh Regulations Compliance with International RegulationsLaser Product Label Laser informationFor More Information Human Factors and Ergonomics SocietyNational Safety Council Library Government Approvals European Union NoticeFederal Communications Commission Notice CablesJapanese Notice Telecom Network Approvals Regulations Governing the Use of ModemsRinger Equivalence Number REN Telephone Consumer Protection Act Canadian Regulations Governing the Use of Modems Babt Users Notice TelephoneNetwork ConnectionGovernment Approvals Benutzerhinweise für besondere Bestimmungen in Österreich Benutzerhinweise für besondere Bestimmungen in DeutschlandWahlsperre Brugerinstruktioner i overensstemmelse med danske krav Speciale gebruiksinstructies voor NederlandNew Zealand Modem Statements Safety BatteriesLaser Assemblies Cdrh RegulationsLaser Label Information Using Computer German ErgonomicsLocating Regulatory Compliance Mobile ProductsTypical Agency Label Component Energy Star Compliance Energy Compliance

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