Acer Aspire One D255-2DQGkk [10/52] Tips and information for comfortable use

ENERGY STAR is a government program (public/private partnership) that gives

people the power to protect the environment in a cost effective way and

without sacrificing quality or product features. Products that earn the ENERGY

STAR prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency

guidelines set by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the US

Department of Energy (DOE). In the average home, 75% of all electricity used

to power home electronics is consumed while the products are turned off.

ENERGY STAR qualified home electronic products in the off position use up to

50% less energy than conventional equipment. More information refers to

http://www.energystar.gov

and http://www.energystar.gov/

powermanagement.

Note: The statement above is applicable only to Acer notebooks

with an ENERGY STAR sticker located in the bottom right-hand

corner of the palm rest.

As an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. has determined that this product meets

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.

Tips and information for comfortable use

Computer 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 a

computer. Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress,

inadequate working conditions, personal health and other factors greatly

increase the risk of physical injury.

Incorrect computer usage may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis,

tenosynovitis or other musculoskeletal disorders. The following symptoms may

appear 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 weakness

If you have these symptoms, or any other recurring or persistent discomfort

and/or pain related to computer use, consult a physician immediately and

inform your company's health and safety department.

The following section provides tips for more comfortable computer use.