HP MP6 Safety & Comfort Guide User Guide - Page 8

Supporting your forearms 21 Using a palm rest ...22 Papers and books ...23 Minimizing your reach ...23 Using a document holder 23 Phone ...24 4 Working in comfort Using a notebook computer ...26 On the road ...26 Seeking comfort ...27 Being inventive ...27 Transporting the computer 27 Typing style ...28 Reaching for keys and key combinations 29 Pointing style ...30 Adjusting software controls 31 Clean frequently ...31 Using a keyboard on a sofa or bed ...32 Be aware of your forearms, wrists, and hands 32 Taking breaks and varying your tasks 33 Take breaks ...33 Vary your tasks ...33 Reduce sources of stress 33 Breathe deeply ...33 Monitoring your health habits and exercise 34 Monitoring personal tolerance levels and limits 34 Cultivating health and fitness 34 5 Organizing your adjustments From the ground up ...36 From the top down ...37 6 Your safety & comfort checklist Seated position ...38 Shoulders, arms, wrists, and hands 39 Eyes ...40 Typing style ...41 Keyboard and pointing device ...42 Monitor ...43 Notebook computer ...44 General prevention ...45 7 Electrical and mechanical safety information Product safety policy and general practice 47 Installation requirements ...48 General precautions for HP products 49 Damage requiring service 49 Servicing ...49 viii