Acer EL1300 User Manual

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:ivENERGY STAR is a government program (public/private partnership) that givespeople the power to protect the environment in a cost effective way and withoutsacrificing quality or product features. Products that earn the ENERGY STARprevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelinesset by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the US Department ofEnergy (DOE). In the average home, 75% of all electricity used to power homeelectronics is consumed while the products are turned off. ENERGY STAR qualifiedhome electronic products in the off position use up to 50% less energy thanconventional equipment. More information refers to http://www.energystar.govand http://www.energystar.gov/powermangement.Note: The statement above is applicable only to eMachines systemwith an ENERGY STAR sticker.As an ENERGY STAR partner, eMachines Inc. has determined that this productmeets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.This product has been shipped enabled for power management:• Activate display’ Sleep mode within 15 minutes of user inactivity.• Activate computer’s Sleep mode within 30 minutes of user inactivity.• Wake the computer from Sleep mode by pushing power button.• More power management settings can be done through Windowspower management.Tips and information for comfortable useComputer users may complain of eyestrain and headaches after prolonged use.Users are also at risk of physical injury after long hours of working in front of acomputer. Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress, inadequateworking conditions, personal health and other factors greatly increase the risk ofphysical injury.Incorrect computer usage may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis,tenosynovitis or other musculoskeletal disorders. The following symptoms mayappear in the hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, neck or back:• numbness, or a burning or tingling sensation• aching, soreness or tenderness• pain, swelling or throbbing• stiffness or tightness• coldness or weaknessIf you have these symptoms, or any other recurring or persistent discomfort and/orpain related to computer use, consult a physician immediately and inform yourcompany's health and safety department.The following section provides tips for more comfortable computer use.Finding your comfort zoneFind your comfort zone by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor, using afootrest, or raising your sitting height to achieve maximum comfort. Observe thefollowing tips:• refrain from staying too long in one fixed posture• avoid slouching forward and/or leaning backward• stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain on your leg muscles