Kinesis KB510USB USB Contoured Ergonomic Keyboards - Manual (Page 6)

HEALTH AND SAFETY WARNING
Continuous use of any keyboard may cause aches and pains or more serious cumulative
trauma disorders such as tendinitis and carpal tunnel syndrome.
# Observe sensible guidelines when using any keyboard to help minimize
the possibility of injury.
# Follow established guidelines for computer and workstation setup. See
Appendix, “Ergonomic Guidelines for Computer Workstations.”
# Maintain a relaxed keying posture and use a light touch to press the
keys.
# Exercise good judgment in placing reasonable limits on your
keyboarding time every day.
# Ensure that you take reasonable rest breaks from keyboarding during
the course of the day.
# At the first sign of stress-related injury from keyboard use (aching,
numbness, or tingling of arms, wrists, or hands), consult your health
care professional.
Kinesis Corporation bases its product designs on research, proven features and user
evaluations. However, because of the complex set of factors believed to contribute to
computer-related injuries, the company can make no warranty that its products will prevent or
cure any physical ailment.
Your risk of injury may be affected by workstation and chair design, posture, time worked
without breaks, type of work, activities outside of the workplace, and individual physiology.
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