Yup! Almost all the answers you need can be found in the manual. Taking the time to read the whole thing give you an advantage over others who are just reading one or two sections and have to post questions all the time.
To add to this gentleman, if you need to find some specifics use Ctrl + F because it makes life much easier if you do not have to read 50 pages for a one sentence response.
I created a program that can help you determine what is and what isnt counted as stated in the rules. It is located in the Technical -> Programming. it follows all the rules!