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Seating and posture -3, Seating and posture – Toshiba Tecra 8100 User Manual

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Tecra 8100 User's Manual – 8100_UK.DOC – ENGLISH – Printed on 13/12/99 as IM8100UK

Seating and posture

The height of your chair in relation to the computer and keyboard as well

as the support it gives your body are primary factors in reducing work

strain. Refer to the following tips and illustration.

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Posture and positioning of the computer

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Place your chair so that the keyboard is at or slightly below the level of

your elbow. You should be able to type comfortably with your

shoulders relaxed.

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Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips. If necessary, use

a foot rest (see "1" in the above illustration) to raise the level of your

knees to ease pressure on the back of your thighs.

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Adjust the back of your chair so it supports the lower curve of your spine.

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Sit straight so that your knees, hips and elbows form approximately 90

degree angles when you work. Do not slump forward or lean back too

far.