GETTING STARTED
User’s Manual
Setting up your work space
Establishing a comfortable work site is important for you and your computer. A poor work environment or stressful work habits can result in discomfort or seri- ous injury from repetitive strain to your hands, wrists or other joints. Proper ambient conditions should also be maintained for the computer’s operation. This section discusses the following topics:
❑General conditions
❑Placement of the computer and peripheral devices
❑Seating and posture
❑Lighting
❑Work habits
General conditions
In general, if you are comfortable, so is your computer, but read the following to make sure your work site provides a proper environment.
❑Make sure there is adequate space around the computer for proper ventila- tion.
❑Make sure the AC power cord connects to an outlet that is close to the com- puter and easily accessible.
❑The temperature should be 5 to 35 degrees Centigrade (41 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit) and the relative humidity should be 20 to 80 percent.
❑Avoid areas where rapid or extreme changes in temperature or humidity may occur.
❑Keep the computer free of dust, moisture, and exposure to direct sunlight.
❑Keep the computer away from heat sources, such as electric heaters.
❑Do not use the computer near liquids or corrosive chemicals.
❑Do not place the computer near objects that create strong magnetic fields (e.g., stereo speakers).
❑Do not operate the computer in close proximity to a mobile phone.
❑Leave ample ventilation room for the fan. Do not block the vents.
Placement of computer
Position the computer and peripheral devices to provide comfort and safety.
