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3. Setting up the PC
Setting up your PC correctly goes a long way towards ensuring comfortable opera-
tion.
3.1.
Installation
location
•
Place all devices onto a stable, flat and vibration-free surface and only operate
them on this type of surface in order to prevent the PC malfunctioning.
•
Keep your PC and all connected devices away from moisture and avoid dust,
heat and direct sunlight. This will help to avoid malfunctions or damage to the
PC.
•
Your PC is not suitable for use at workstations in line with the regulation for com-
puter workstations § 2
3.2.
Ambient
conditions
•
The PC can be operated at an ambient temperature of +5°C to +30°C and at a
relative humidity of 20% to 80% (non-condensing).
•
When switched off, the PC can be stored at temperatures of between -40°C and
65°C.
•
After transporting the PC, wait until it has reached ambient temperature before
switching it on. Major changes in temperature or fluctuations in humidity can
cause moisture to build up within the PC due to condensation – this can cause
an electrical short circuit.
3.3.
Ergonomics
Avoid glare, reflections and extreme dark-light contrasts to protect your
eyes.
The monitor should never be placed close to windows, because this is where the
workspace is illuminated the brightest by daylight. This brightness makes it more
difficult for the eyes to adjust to the darker screen.
Always position the monitor with the line of sight parallel to the window front.
The parallel line of sight must also be maintained with regards to artificial lighting
equipment. In other words, the same criteria and reasoning apply when the work-
space is illuminated with artificial light.
If it is not possible to position the monitor as described, the following measures
may be helpful:
•
swivel, lower or tilt the monitor
•
slats or vertical net curtains on the windows
•
partition walls or changes to the lighting equipment.
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