Working in Comfort with Your HP Pavilion PC
Thank you for selecting HP computing equipment.To optimize your comfort and productivity, it is important that you set up your work area correctly and use your HP equipment properly. With that in mind, we have developed some setup and use recommendations for you to follow, based on established ergonomic principles.
Improper and prolonged use of keyboards and input devices are among those tasks that have been associated with repetitive strain injury (RSI) to soft tissues in the hands and arms. If you experience discomfort or pain while using any computing equipment, discontinue use immediately and consult your physician as soon as possible. For more information on RSI, you may wish to consult “About Repetitive Strain Injury” on page 4.
Please study the recommendations offered here and consult the “Information Sources” listed on page 24. Included there are references to relevant parts of international standards, regulations, and guidelines, such as ISO 9241 and the European Community Display Screen Equipment directive. You may also wish to consult your employer’s human resources department or other relevant departments for guidance specific to your company. For a quick summary of the recommendations, refer to the “Comfort and Safety Checklist” on page 21.
Note that the recommendations and quoted dimensions in this guide are designed to accommodate a broad range of people. If you fall outside this range, you may need to adapt the recommendations accordingly. For example, if you are very tall, your work surface may need to be higher than indicated in this guide.
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