GE DSKP233EWWH Electric Portable Dryer
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1. P Safety Instructions 3 5 Operating Instructions Tips Accessory Kit Automatic Drying Control Setting Guide eee eeeeeeeteeeeee 7 Cycle Settings cccccccsseesssesseeseseteeeeeee 7 8 Energy Saving TipS cccccceeceeseeseeeeeeseeees 5 Knits Drying Tips ccccceeeeecseeeeeeees 7 12 Lint Filter esaionne n 4 6 LoadiN Greinin 6 9 Operating the Dryer cc cccceeseeeeeee 6 9 Permanent Press Drying Tips 7 12 13 Sorting Clothe S na 6 9 Special Drying Instructions Timed Drying cccccesesesecscsesseseesesesecseseeaees Care and Cleaning Dryer ExhauSt ccccccccssesessescssessseeseeeees 10 Aao E ET 10 Eint itepe 10 Storing the Dryer s ssssesssssnsnrenssnsensneseeeena 10 User Maintenance Instructions 10 GE Appliances Use and Care Guide Spacemaker Dryer Problem Solver 11 13 More questions call GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 Consumer Services 15 Appliance Registration Important Phone Numbers Model and Serial Numbers 0 000 2 Warranty c ccccceeecsesseseteeeeteteeees Back Cover Model DSKP233ET HELP US HELP YOU Read this book carefully Save time and money Write down the model It is intended to help you Before you request service and serial numbers operate and maintain your check the Prob2. t have to run an extra cycle for one or two heavier slower drying items e Do not overload your dryer For efficient drying clothes need to tumble freely sdr g SUIABS AS IOUY e Remove garments promptly at the end of the drying cycle and place on hangers e Dry your clothes in consecutive loads Using a warm dryer will save energy e Clean the dryer lint filter each time you dry e Clean the dryer exhaust ducting at least once a year A partially clogged exhaust can lengthen drying time OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Accessory kits are available for installing the dryer in a rack above the washer See your dealer or call 800 626 2000 for accessory kit information Q g S 2 gt SIIIOSSIII HOW TO OPERATE YOUR DRYER WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance O Spacemaker Dryer Push To Start Check the Lint Filter Clean the lint filter each time the dryer is used Always be sure the lint filter is in place Do not run the dryer with the lint screen loose damaged blocked or missing Doing so can cause overheating damage fabrics and be a fire hazard The lint screen is located inside the dryer drum on the back wall To clean 1 Use the finger holes to pull the lint screen straight out Pull straight out Sort and Load the Clothes Good sorting for the dryer begins at the wash
3. and is properly installed according to the Installation Instructions e Blown fuses or tripped circuit breakers Check household fuses or circuit breakers e Improper sorting Do not mix heavy hard to dry items with lightweight articles e Large loads of moisture holding fabrics such as beach towels take a long time to remove moisture e Too many items in dryer Dry only one washer load at a time Do not combine loads e Too few items in dryer If drying only one article add two more similar articles even if dry to insure proper tumbling e When dryer is operating on a 120 volt circuit longer drying times are normal The drying on this circuit takes about three times as long as on a 240 volt circuit e Excessively wet clothes Check washer it may be malfunctioning e Some fabrics will shrink whether machine washed and tumble dried or washed by hand and drip dried others may be safely washed but will shrink in a dryer Follow garment manufacturers care labels exactly If in doubt do not machine wash or tumble dry continued next page 11 suononAysuy surad ends OQ 5 m amp 2 SUU IIA OS WII qoIg IU PROBLEM SHRINKAGE KNITS WRINKLING IN PERMANENT PRESS AND NO IRON ITEMS 1 THE PROBLEM SOLVER continued POSSIBLE CAUSE e Relaxation shrinkage can occur in knit fabrics that have been improperly stretched and elongated by the manufacturer When this occurs garmen
4. more apt to accumulate in and near the dryer which could create a fire hazard How to reduce the possibility of a fire hazard if your dryer gas dryers must be exhausted outside is not exhausted to the outside e Clean the lint filter before every load See How to Operate Your Dryer section Lint can gather inside the dryer and create a FIRE HAZARD This lint should be removed at least every 2 or 3 years or more often depending on dryer usage 10 e Keep area around and underneath your appliance free from the accumulation of combustible materials such as lint paper rags chemicals etc e Do not store dryer where it will be exposed to the weather e If your dryer is exhausted to the outside inspect and clean dryer exhaust ducting at least once a year e Keep the floor around your appliances clean and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping Electrical Shock and Personal Injury Hazard Unplug the power supply cord or turn off the electrical power Do not put hands inside the cabinet e Make sure the dryer is cool e More than one person is required to lift tilt or move the washer dryer because of its weight and size Failure to do so could result in electrical shock injury or damage Cleaning should be done only by a qualified person 1 Unplug unit from electrical supply or turn off electrical power 2 Remove back panel from dryer See Installation Instructions 3 Avoid touc
5. 3 O ule VN IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS continued e Garments labeled Dry Away from Heat such as life jackets containing Kapok must not be put in your dryer v Do not wash or dry articles hk that have been cleaned in washed in soaked in or spotted with combustible or explosive substances such as wax paint gasoline degreasers dry cleaning solvents kerosene etc which may ignite or explode Do not add these substances to the wash water Do not use these substances around your washer and or dryer during operation e Any article on which you have used a cleaning solvent or which contains flammable materials such as cleaning cloths mops towels used in beauty salons restaurants or barber shops etc must not be placed in or near the dryer until all traces of these flammable liquids or solids and their fumes have been removed There are many highly flammable items used in homes such as acetone denatured alcohol gasoline kerosene some household cleaners some spot removers turpentines waxes wax removers and products containing petroleum distillates e Clean the lint filter before each load to prevent lint accumulation inside the dryer or in the room DO NOT OPERATE THE DRYER WITHOUT THE LINT FILTER IN PLACE e Keep the area around and underneath your appliances free from the accumulation of combustible materials such as lint paper rags chemicals etc e The interior
6. G e Energy preferred automatic setting e For loads that include heavy e For light weight fabric loads e For most normal loads weight fabrics e If you desire to remove e If you desire to remove less moisture more moisture e For very small loads End of Cycle Signal This operates with any cycle The signal will sound just before the end of the cycle to remind you to remove the clothes JaAIg Inox 33 19dGQ 0 MOF Cycle Suggested Air Perm Press Reg Timed SUGGESTED FABRIC AND DRYING SELECTIONS For Clothes Load Fabrics such as e Sheer curtains e Cottons and linens e Down filled garments if machine washing and drying is recommended e Permanent Press fabrics with cotton e Synthetics e Pillows The terms High Medium and Low Heat are those usually found on fabric care labels For best results follow your specific fabric care label Special Instructions Refer to garment manufacturer s care labels for more information Pillows Check ticking for holes or weak seams where feathers or filling could escape DRY ONLY ONE PILLOW AT A TIME Set dryer for maximum time Stop dryer occasionally and shake pillow to redistribute filling for more even drying Check pillow at end of drying time if not completely dry return pillow to dryer and reset for more drying time Feather pillows dry very slowly and must be dried completely to prevent mildew DO NOT tumble dry pillows containing kapok HO
7. There With the purchase of your new GE appliance receive the assurance that if you ever need information or assistance from GE well be there All you have to do is call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 Whatever your question about any GE major appliance GE Answer Center information service is available to help Your call and your question will be answered promptly and courteously And you can call any time GE Answer Center service is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week In Home Repair Service 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 A GE consumer service professional will provide expert repair service scheduled at a time that s convenient for you Many GE Consumer Service company operated locations offer you service today or tomorrow or at your con venience 7 00 a m to 7 00 p m weekdays 9 00 a m to 2 00 p m Saturdays Our factory trained technicians know your appliance inside and out so most O repairs can be handled in just one visit S D For Customers With Special Needs 5 800 626 2000 F YN Upon request GE will provide Consumers with impaired hearing or speech who have Braille controls for a variety of GE access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may 5 appliances and a brochure to call 800 TDD GEAC 800 833 4322 to request mm o assist in planning a barrier free information or service gt kitchen for persons with limited VN mobility To obtain these i
8. W TO SORT CLOTHES N Sort by Surface Texture LINT PRODUCERS such as terry toweling and Separate chenille give up lint EE LINT COLLECTORS such as man made fibers and napped fabrics like velveteen and corduroy attract lint These must be dried separately Sort by Fabric In addition to Separate sorting to reduce B Cottons amp g lint collection we amp Linens g recommend that you 8 F wash fabrics of similar construction together whenever possible For more information see the Special Drying Instructions section a Light Items n such as curtains How to Load Your Dryer For best results dry only articles of the same or similar type fabric in a single load Never overload the dryer The drum should be no more than 1 2 full of wet articles Overloading prolongs drying time and produces uneven drying Q 5 i p DR e m O VN CARE AND CLEANING User Maintenance Instructions e To keep your dryer looking good wipe cabinet with a damp cloth Occasionally wash it with mild soap and water and then apply a light coat of appliance polish to help preserve the finish Clean the lint filter before every load Dryer If your dryer is exhausted to the outside inspect and clean the dryer exhaust ducting at least once a year A clothes dryer produces combustible lint When the dryer is not exhausted to the outside this lint is
9. air or replace any Ey part of the appliance or attempt SE any servicing unless specifically recommended in this Use and Care Book or in published user repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out a When disconnecting this appliance X pull by the plug rather than the NS cord to avoid damage to the cord or junction of cord and plug Make sure that the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on tripped over or otherwise subjected to damage or stress To Minimize the Possibility of a Fire Hazard Exhaust Duct See Installation Instructions Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4 diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet or for exhausting to the outside USE OF PLASTIC OR OTHER COMBUSTIBLE DUCTWORK CAN CAUSE A FIRE PUNCTURED DUCTWORK CAN CAUSE A FIRE IF IT COLLAPSES OR BECOMES OTHERWISE RESTRICTED IN USE OR DURING INSTALLATION Do not dry articles containing rubber plastic or similar materials such as padded bras tennis shoes galoshes bath mats rugs bibs baby pants plastic bags etc as these materials may melt or burn Also some rubber materials when heated can under certain circumstances produce fire by spontaneous combustion e Do not store items that may burn or melt such as clothing paper material plastics or plastic containers etc on top of the dryer during operation continued next page F r po N lt p D
10. available use Permanent Press drying cycle e Incorrect water level Use large water level for medium load medium level or half full for small load e Washing repeatedly in too hot water Wash in cool or warm water with plenty of detergent e Accumulation of lime scale due to use of carbonate detergents If you must use a non phosphate detergent avoid the use of a high carbonate detergent e Failure to use fabric softener Proper use of fabric softener will minimize wrinkling PROBLEM TO REMOVE WRINKLES ON DRYERS WITH A PERMANENT PRESS SETTING POSSIBLE CAUSE TO REMOVE WRINKLES e Retumble on Perm Press Reg setting e Rerinse and dry on Perm Press Reg setting e If unsuccessful retumble on normal temperature for 10 12 minutes and hang immediately e Iron carefully e Send to Dry Cleaners for pressing e Some wrinkles may remain which cannot be removed NOTE If you follow good laundry procedures and permanent press clothes still come out wrinkled the finish may not be good quality Also in permanent press synthetic cotton blends the cotton portion of the fabric can eventually wear away leaving only the synthetic Since its the cotton portion which is treated for permanent press a loss or decrease of permanent press performance will result If you need more help call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service IIA OS WII qo1g IU 14 NOTES Well Be
11. er Generally if clothes are sorted right for washing they re sorted right for drying See the How to Sort the Clothes section Set the Controls See the Suggested Fabric and Drying Selections guide Cycle Selector Turn the Cycle Selector to the desired cycle setting The selector may be turned in either direction amp ENERGY PREFERRED AUTOMATIC SETTING 2 Lightly squeeze the body as shown while pulling the cover off 3 ROLL lint off the screen with your fingers Do not rinse or wash the screen 4 Replace the cover on the body of the lint screen Squeessivedy 5 Before replacing the lint screen pull cover off remove any lint from the wire mesh on the back wall behind the lint screen 6 Push the lint screen straight back until it snaps into place If you do mix various types of fabrics in your load set the controls for the lighter weight fabrics and remove when dry Reset controls for the remaining heavier fabrics Start Button Press the Start button to start the dryer Opening the door during operation stops the dryer To restart close the door and press the Start button NOTE Drying times will vary according to the type of heat used electric natural gas or LP gas size of load types of fabrics wetness of clothes and condition of exhaust ducts Polyester Knits amp Permanent Press Drying Tips DO NOT OVERLOAD e REMOVE CLOTHES e PLACE ON HANGERS Garments being dried
12. hing wires and thermostats 4 Remove lint from boxed in area with a soft brush or vacuum cleaner 5 Replace back panel reconnect and level the appliance QUESTIONS P USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER PROBLEM DRYER WON T START CLOTHES TAKE TOO LONG TO DRY SHRINKAGE GENERAL POSSIBLE CAUSE e Dryer unplugged Make sure power cord is plugged in e No power to dryer Check fuses and circuit breakers to make sure dryer is getting current e Controls improperly set Make sure controls are set and the Start button is pushed Opening the door during operation stops the dryer To restart close the door and push the Start button e Dryer door is open Close door securely dryer will not run with door open e Circuit is overloaded Do not operate other appliances on the same electrical outlet or circuit while the dryer is operating e If dryer still does not operate call for service e Controls improperly set Check all controls to make sure they are correctly set for the load you want to dry See the How to Operate Your Dryer section e Clogged lint filter Remove and clean filter before every load See the Clean the Lint Filter section e Improper ducting Make sure dryer is ducted in accordance with the Installation Instructions e Obstruction in exhaust ducting Make sure ducting is clean and free of obstruction make sure damper in outside wall cap operates easily If flexible ducting is used be sure it is not kinked
13. imitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state To know what your legal rights are in your state consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company If further help is needed concerning this warranty write Manager Consumer Affairs GE Appliances Louisville KY 40225 This book is printed on recycled paper Part No 175D1807P155 Pub No 49 9903 3399254 2 96 CG DSKP233ET Printed in Canada
14. lem Solver You ll find them on a label on the new dryer properly section It lists causes of minor front of the dryer behind the door operating problems that you can Keep it handy for answers to correct yourself your questions These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership If you don t understand something Registration Card that came or need more help call If you received a with your dryer Before sending GE Answer Center damaged dryer baa anaes write these 800 626 2000 Immediately contact the dealer or f 24 hours a day 7 days a week builder that sold you the dryer Model Number Serial Number Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your dryer WARNING For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage personal injury or loss of life Do not store or use gasoline or other e Immediately call your gas supplier from a flammable vapors and liquids in the neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s vicinity of this or any other appliance instructions WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS If you cannot reach your gas supplier e Do not try to light any appliance call the fire department Do not touch any electrical switch Installation and service must be performed do not use any phone in your building bya qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier e Clear
15. mplete combustion of natural gas or LP fuels Properly adjusted dryers will minimize incomplete combustion Exposure to these substances can be minimized further by properly venting the dryers to the outdoors Warning To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons when using your appliance follow basic precautions including the following e Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Use and Care Book This dryer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet with your dryer you can obtain one by calling toll free the GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 Properly ground to conform with all governing codes and ordinances Follow details in Installation Instructions Locate where the temperature is above 50 F 10 C for satisfactory operation of the dryer control system Do not install or store the dryer where it will be exposed to the weather Connect to a properly rated protected and sized power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload Exhausting to the outside is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED to prevent large amounts of moisture and lint from being blown into the room Carefully follow the Exhausting Details in the Installation Instructions If your dryer is not exhausted to the outside see the Care and Cleaning section Da Do not rep
16. of the lint filter NOTE Turning the Cycle Selector d knob to an OFF position does NOT P H disconnect the appliance from the q power supply A e To minimize the possibility of electric 4 e Do not tamper with the controls A gr e Do not operate this appliance if it is damaged Dryer applied Fabric Softeners or S malfunctioning partially disassembled or has Anti static Conditioners missing or broken parts including a damaged 3 T cord or plug You may wish to soften your laundered N fabrics or reduce the static electricity in them E e Never climb on or stand on the dryer top We recommend you use either a fabric softener e If yours is a gas dryer it is equipped with an in the wash cycle according to the manufacturer s automatic electric ignition and does not have instructions for those products or try a dryer added p a pilot light DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LIGHT product for which the manufacturer gives written gt WITH A MATCH Burns may result from having assurance on the package that their product can be x your hand in the vicinity of the burner when the safely used in your dryer automatic ignition may turn on Service or performance problems caused by Q the use of these products are the responsibility S of the manufacturers of those products and are gt not covered under the warranty of this appliance SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ENERGY SAVING TIPS LAN e Sort clothes by weight so you won
17. of the machine and the exhaust duct connection inside the dryer should be cleaned periodically by a qualified individual To Minimize the Possibility of Injury e Never reach into the dryer while the drum is moving Before loading unloading or adding clothes wait until the drum has completely stopped e Do not dry fiberglass articles in your dryer Skin irritation could result from the remaining glass particles that may be picked up by clothing during subsequent dryer uses v The laundry process can reduce the flame retardancy of fabrics y To avoid such a result the garment manufacturer s care instructions should be followed very carefully e Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used by or near children Do not allow children to play inside on or with this appliance or any discarded appliance Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping or packing materials properly Before discarding a dryer or removing from service remove the door of the dryer compartment e Keep all laundry aids such as detergents bleaches fabric softeners etc out of the reach of children preferably in a locked cabinet Observe all warnings on container labels to avoid personal injury e Keep the floor around your appliances clean and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping shock unplug this appliance from the power supply before attempting any maintenance or cleaning except the removal and cleaning
18. or PROMPTLY To help prevent Permanent press and polyester dewrinkled should tumble freely wrinkling remove clothes from knit garments look best if placed the dryer promptly at the end of on hangers after drying the drying cycles The Difference Between Automatic Timed and Air Drying Automatic Drying Timed Drying The Automatic cycles use a solid sensing device When using the Timed Cycles you select the number located on the back of the dryer drum to measure of minutes you wish the dryer to run and it turns off at the amount of moisture in the load The sensor the end of this time period The last 5 minutes of this feels the moisture in items as they tumble over it cycle are Meee heat This helps make the load As the items begin to dry the moisture level drops eee When the proper degree of dryness is sensed the Air Cycle timer advances into a gentle heat then cools down The dryer does not heat when the Cycle Control knob is set on AIR This cycle can be used to fluff or air dry bedding plastic tablecloths foam rubber pillows stuffed toys sneakers etc Do not dry plastic or rubber items with heat Use AIR setting or line dry Failure to do so could result in fire or damaged items Drying Selections Guide for the Automatic Cycles Set to ASTERISK Position Set toward More Dry Set toward Less Dry 3 ENERGY PREFERRED ENERGY PREFERRED a p ENERGY PREFERRED AUTOMATIC SETTING AUTOMATIC SETTING AUTOMATIC SETTIN
19. t may be pressed back into shape after each wash and dry cycle e Progressive or delayed shrinkage is caused when starch or sizing in some fabrics is gradually removed by laundering May be noticed in older garments that have been laundered many times without previous shrinkage Treat as for relaxation shrinkage above e Shrinkage caused by overheating occurs in certain knit fabrics that have been heat shaped When washing drying or ironing temperatures exceed the temperatures used to shape set shrinkage may occur This cannot be corrected but it can be prevented by washing in cold or warm water drying on low heat e Leaving clothes in dryer after tumbling stops Remove clothes promptly and hang them immediately e Too many items in dryer Dry only one washer load at a time Do not combine loads e Too few items in dryer If drying only one article add two or more similar articles even if dry to insure proper tumbling e Improper loads Avoid laundering heavy permanent press items such as work clothes with lighter permanent press items such as shirts or blouses Do not wash or dry permanent press with regular laundry e Too many clothes in washer Items must have room to move freely Permanent press loads should always be smaller than regular loads no more than medium loads e Use of incorrect wash and dry cycles If available use Permanent Press wash cycle which provides a cool down rinse to minimize wrinkling Also if
20. tems free of charge call 800 626 2000 Service Contracts 800 626 2224 You can have the secure feeling that GE Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires Purchase a GE contract while your warranty is still in effect and you ll receive a substantial discount With a multiple year contract you re assured of future service at today s prices Parts and Accessories 800 626 2002 Individuals qualified to service their own appliances User maintenance instructions contained in this booklet can have needed parts or accessories sent directly to cover procedures intended to be performed by any user their home The GE parts system provides access to over Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified 47 000 parts and all GE Genuine Renewal Parts are service personnel Caution must be exercised since fully warranted VISA MasterCard and Discover cards improper servicing may cause unsafe operation are accepted YOUR GE AUTOMATIC CLOTHES DRYER WARRANTY WHAT IS COVERED WHAT IS NOT COVERED FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY For one year from date of original purchase we will provide free of charge parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace any part of the dryer that fails because of a manufacturing defect e Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product Read your Use and Care maierial If you then have any questions about operating the product please contact yo
21. the room building or area of all occupants All drying instruction terms in this book conform to the Care Labeling Rule established by the Federal Trade Commission January 1984 If you need service To obtain service see the Consumer Services page NEXT if you are still not pleased write all the in the back of this book details including your phone number to We re proud of our service and want you to be Manager Consumer Relations pleased If for some reason you are not happy with the GE Appliances Appliance Park service you receive here are three steps to follow for Louisville KY 40225 further help FINALLY if your problem is still not resolved write FIRST contact the people who serviced your Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel appliance Explain why you are not pleased In most 20 North Wacker Drive cases this will solve the problem Chicago IL 60606 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to four of these substances namely benzene carbon monoxide formaldehyde and soot caused primarily by the inco
22. ur dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below or call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service Improper installation If you have an installation problem contact your dealer or installer You are responsible for providing adequate electrical exhausting and other connecting facilities Staple sales slip or cancelled check here Proof of original purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty kkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for ordinary home use in the 48 mainland states Hawaii and Washington D C In Alaska the warranty is the same except that it is LIMITED because you must pay to ship the product to the service shop or for the service technician s travel costs to your home All warranty service will be provided by our Factory Service Centers or by our authorized Customer Care servicers during normal working hours Should your appliance need service during warranty period or beyond call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 e Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers e Failure of the product if it is used for other than its intended purpose or used commercially Damage to product caused by accident fire floods or acts of God WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or l
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