Arrange Your Equipment; Adjust Your Chair - NEC VERSA 2000 User Manual

ARRANGE YOUR EQUIPMENT

Arrange your equipment so that you can work in a natural
and relaxed position. Place items that you use frequently
within easy reach. Adjust your workstation setup to the
proper height (as described in this appendix) by lowering
the table or stand that holds your computer equipment, or
raising the seat height of your chair. Position your notebook
computer directly in front of you for increased safety
and comfort.

ADJUST YOUR CHAIR

Your chair should be adjustable and stable. Vary your
posture throughout the day.
Check the following:
Keep your body in a relaxed yet upright position. The
backrest of your chair should support the inward curve
of your back.
Use the entire seat and backrest to support your body.
Tilt the backrest slightly (90° to 105°). The angle
formed by your thighs and back should be 90° or more.
Your seat depth should allow your lower back to com-
fortably contact the backrest. Make sure that the backs
of your lower legs do not press against the front of the
chair.
Extend your lower legs slightly so that the angle between
your thighs and lower legs is 90° or more.
Place your feet flat on the floor. Only use a footrest
when attempts to adjust your chair and workstation fail
to keep your feet flat.
Be sure that you have adequate clearance between the
top of your thighs and the underside of your workstation.
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