Tricity Bendix FD106W Refrigerator User Manual
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1. GLASGOW 20 Cunningham Road M04 Clyde Estate Rutherglen Glasgow G73 1PP OSWESTRY M17 Plas Ffynnon Warehouse Middleton Road Oswestry SY112PP CARLISLE M10 Unit 8 South John Street Carlisle CA2 5AJ INVERNESS Unit 3B M06 Smithton Indust Est Smithton Inverness IV1 AJ ISLE OF ARRAN Arran Domestics Unit 4 The Douglas Centre Brodick Isle of Arran KA27 8AJ OWN SALES ISLE OF BARRA J Zerfah 244 Bruernish Isle of Barra Western Islands HS9 5QY OWN SALES ISLE OF BUTE Walker Engineering M66 Glenmhor Upper Serpentine Road Rothesay Isle of Bute PA20 9EH ISLE OF LEWIS ND Macleod M69 16 James Street Stornoway Isle of Lewis PA87 2QW KELSO 2 8 Wood Market M08 Kelso Borders TD5 7AX HAVERFORDWEST M75 Cromlech Lodge Amerlston Haverfordwest SA62 5DS ISLE OF MAN M64 South Quay Ind Estate Douglas Isle of Man LIVERPOOL M15 Unit 1 Honeys Green Precinct Honeys Green Lane Liverpool L12 9JH MANCHESTER M09 Unit 30 Oakhill Trading Estate Devonshire Road Worsley Manchester M28 3PT PRESTON M13 Unit 250 Dawson Place Walton Summit Bamber Bridge Preston Lancashire PR5 8AL STOCKPORT M16 Unit 20 Haigh Park Haigh Avenue Stockport SK4 1QR RSERVICESFORCE d TRICITY BENDIX SERVICE FORCE RSERVICESFORCE d To contact your local Tricity Bendix Service Centre telephone 0990 922. 18 18 19 19 19 20 22 Description of the Appliance Non Heat Resistant Top K Control Panel Dairy Compartment Interior Light Adjustable Shelves l5 Door Shelf Salad Drawer Cover Salad Drawe gm d __ PUES s Freezer Flap ee ee Level Adjusters Defrost Spout Bottle Shelf with Bottle Grip THE FURNISHINGS FROM THE SHRINK WRAP PACK SHOULD BE POSITIONED IN LINE WITH THE ABOVE DIAGRAM Pack Contents Wire Shelf Trim Assembly 3 Egg Tray 1 Glass Salad Drawer Cover Trim 1 Ice Tray 1 Salad Drawer 2 Control Panel GREEN INDICATOR LIGHT THERMOSTAT USING THE APPLIANCE This appliance is designed for domestic use only specifically for the storage of edible foodstuffs This appliance is designed to operate in ambient temperatures Surrounding air temperature between 10 C 50 F and 32 C 90 F If these temperatures are exceeded i e colder or warmer the appliance will not operate correctly Should the ambient temperatures be exceeded for long periods the temperature in the freezer section will rise above 18 C and food spoilage may occur Before Use Remove all securing tapes Wash the inside of the appliance with lukewarm water with a little bicarbonate of soda added 5ml to 0 5 litre of water Do not use soap or detergent as the smell may linger Dry the appliance thoroughly Do not use detergents abrasive
3. Avoid buying frozen food if you cannot store it straight away The use of an insulated container is advisable When you arrive home place the frozen food in the freezer immediately Keep the time between buying chilled food and placing it in your fridge as short as possible Do not push food together too much try to allow air to circulate around each item Do not store food uncovered Ensure that food placed in the freezer is dated and labelled and used in date order to ensure that food is consumed at its best Remove suspect food from your refrigerator and clean refer to cleaning and maintenance Energy Saving Advice Do not install the appliance close to sources of heat such as a cooker dishwasher or radiator Locate the appliance in a cool well ventilated room and make sure that the air openings of the cabinet are not obstructed Avoid unnecessary frosting in the cabinet by packing all foodstuffs into airtight packages before placing them in the freezer Always leave warm food to cool down to room temperature before placing in the fridge or freezer e Food which is to be frozen when cool should be placed in the fridge before being transferred to the freezer Thaw frozen food in the fridge This will ensure safer defrosting of foods and reduce the work of the refrigeration unit e Try to avoid keeping the door open for long periods or opening the door too frequently as warm air will enter the cabinet
4. INSTALLATION AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL REFRIGERATOR FREEZER FD106W Thank you for buying a TRICITY BENDIX DOMESTIC APPLIANCE To enable you to use your appliance effectively and safely please read this instruction book carefully before using the appliance and retain for future reference If you require guidance in the use of the appliance or require further information please contact our Customer Care Department TRICITY BENDIX CUSTOMER CARE DEPARTMENT P O BOX 47 NEWBURY BERKSHIRE RG14 5XL Tel 01635 525542 Fax 01635 42970 Guide to use the instruction book The following Symbols will be found in the text to guide you through the instructions AN Safety Instructions i Hints and Tips EX Step by step instructions A Environmental Information for an operation In N IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS These warnings are provided in the interests of your safety Ensure that you understand them all before installing or using this appliance Your safety is of paramount importance If you are unsure about any of the meanings or these warnings contact the Customer Care Department stallation This appliance is heavy Care should be taken when moving it It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt to modify this product in any way Ensure that the appliance does not stand on the electrical supply cable If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by a special cord available from your local Serv
5. Symptom Solution No power to the appliance Check there is power at the socket Check there is not a power cut by checking the household lights Check the fuse has not blown The light does not come on Ensure that the bulb is correctly fitted Replace the bulb if it has blown Check the door light switch is not jammed The temperature in the fridge or freezer section is too high Check the thermostat in the fridge is turned to the correct setting relative to ambient conditions Check the ambient temperature is within the appliances operating limits of 10 C to 32 C Relocate the appliance if necessary The freezer door will not open Has door just been opened If so leave for a few minutes to allow the air pressure to equalise The compressor runs continuously Adjust the thermostat to give correct temperature control See page 6 Check that the doors are closed Large quantities of food have recently been placed in the cabinet and or door is frequently opened Check that air ventilation is not obstructed Excessive frost and ice has built up Ensure the doors are not left open Check that nothing is preventing the doors from closing Is the door gasket intact and clean Has advised periodic defrosting been carried out Noise Refer to normal operating sounds Water under the salad bins Check the drain hole
6. The appliance is supplied with a 13 amp plug fitted In the event of having to change the fuse in the plug supplied a 13 amp ASTA approved BS1362 fuse must be used Should the plug need to be replaced for any reason The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code Green and Yellow Earth Blue Neutral Brown Live The wire coloured green and yellow must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter E or by the earth symbol or coloured green and yellow The wire coloured blue must be connected to the terminal marked N or coloured black The wire coloured brown must be connected to the terminal marked L or coloured red Upon completion there must be no cut or stray strands of wire present and the cord clamp must be secure over the outer sheath GREEN amp YELLOW CORD CLAMP Installation Requirements To ensure correct operation this appliance must not be located where the temperatures will fall below 10 C 50 F or rise above 32 C 90 F Avoid the following locations unheated kitchen outhouse conservatory garage For correct operation this appliance must be installed nadry atmosphere e Out of direct sunlight e Away from extreme temperature not next to a Cooker or other sources of heat e Your appliance will be heavy when loaded with food and must therefore be stood on a strong firm floor Ventilation Requirements e Gently push into p
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8. and cause the compressor to switch on unnecessarily often Ensure there are no obstructions preventing the door from closing properly e tis advisable to periodically clean the refrigeration system at the back of the appliance with a duster or vacuum cleaner In the Event of a Power Failure If there is a power failure during the storage of frozen foods keep the door closed If the temperature within your freezer should rise do not refreeze the food without checking it s condition The following guidelines should assist you Ice Cream Once thawed should be discarded Fruit and Vegetables If soft should be cooked and used up Bread and Cakes Can be refrozen without danger Shellfish Should be refrigerated and used up quickly Cooked Dishes i e casseroles should be refrigerated and used up Large Pieces of Meat Can be re frozen providing there are ice crystals remaining within them Small Joints Should be cooked and then re frozen as cooked dishes Chicken Should be cooked and re frozen as a fresh dish MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING Before any maintenance or cleaning work is carried out DISCONNECT the appliance from the ELECTRICITY supply Internal Cleaning Clean the inside and accessories with warm water and bicarbonate of soda 5ml to 0 5 litre of water Rinse and dry thoroughly Do not use detergents abrasive powers highly perfumed cleaning products wax polishes or cleaning products containin
9. is not blocked see Maintenance and Cleaning If after the above checks there is still a fault call your local Service Force Centre In guarantee customers should ensure that the above checks have been made as the engineer will make a charge if the fault is not a mechanical or electrical breakdown Please note that proof of purchase is required for in guarantee service calls Service and Spare Parts If you require service or spare parts please contact your local Service Force Centre by telephoning 0990 929929 The address of your local centre can be found on the following pages and also in your local telephone directory Before contacting your local Service Force Centre make a note of the model and serial number together with date of purchase The service department will require this information The model and serial number can be found on the rating plate situated inside the cabinet RSERVICESFORCE d TRICITY BENDIX SERVICE FORCE RSERVICESFORCE d To contact your local Tricity Bendix Service Centre telephone 0990 929929 CHANNEL ISLANDS GUERNSEY Guernsey Electricity PO Box 4 Vale Guernsey Channel Islands JERSEY Jersey Electricity Company PO Box 45 Queens Road St Helier Jersey Channel Islands JE4 8NY SCOTLAND ABERDEEN 8 Cornhill Arcade M05 Cornhill Drive Aberdeen AB2 5UT ORKNEY Corsie Domestics M65 7 King Street Kirkwall Orkney KW15 SHETLAND Tait Electronic System
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12. e for safe storage of fresh food inside is 0 C to 5 C 32 F to 41 F The warmest part of the fridge compartment is at the top of the cabinet and the coolest at the bottom Eggs butter cheese Cooked meats ready meals baked goods Preserves marmalade Dairy Produce margarine preserves marmalade Fresh meats fresh poultry fresh fish mince burgers ZANT S mM Vegetables fruit cm Frozen food storage eed Ice Making Drinks milk Freezing fresh food Adjustable shelves Adjustment of the door shelves can be made to accommodate varying heights of bottles and other containers Gently ease the shelf in the directions shown Store light items such as small cartons and jars on the shelves provided in the door The bottle shelf can be used for the storage of heavier bottles The larder compartment is fitted with shelves which are adjusted for the storage of different sized articles If the door cannot be opened further than 90 remove the shelves by tilting the shelf downwards and pulling outwards The Freezer Compartment The symbol means that your freezer will store frozen food at 18 C 0 4 F or colder allowing for long term frozen food storage and freezing of fresh food The freezer temperature is controlled automatically by the thermostat situated in the control panel Due to the different installations methods of usage and weather conditions adjustments to the temperature s
13. e hinge foot and screws C should be used to secure the hinge Refit level adjuster and spacer A in the opposite side of the cabinet The base of your product should now be in line with the diagram Stand the appliance upright GUARANTEE CONDITIONS Standard guarantee conditions We Tricity Bendix undertake that if within 12 months of the date of the purchase this Tricity Bendix appliance or any part thereof is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or materials we will at our option repair or replace the same FREE OF CHARGE for labour materials or carriage on condition that e The appliance has been correctly installed and used only on the electricity supply stated on the rating plate e The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes only and in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions e The appliance has not been serviced maintained repaired taken apart or tampered with by any person not authorised by us e All service work under this guarantee must be undertaken by a Tricity Bendix service centre e Any appliance or defective part replaced shall become the Company s property e This guarantee is in addition to your statutory and other legal rights Home visits are made between 8 30am and 5 30pm Monday to Friday Visits may be available outside these hours in which case a premium will be charged Exclusions This guarantee does not cover e Damage or calls res
14. ettings may be required These are best assessed against a temperature reading on a thermometer buried in the frozen food The reading must be taken quickly as the thermometer temperature will rise rapidly after removal Frozen Food Storage The appliance has the following net storage volume 90 litres 3 17 cuft 28 8kg 63 4 Ib T This is a standard measurement and the actual capacity depends upon the density and sizes of the food The above figures are based on an average density of 0 32 kg per litre 20 Ib per cuft Pre packed commercially frozen food should be stored in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions for a 4 star frozen food compartment and should be put in the freezer as soon as possible after purchase Your freezer provides for long term storage which generally means up to 3 months but the length of the time can vary and it is important to follow the recommended times shown on packets of commercially frozen food Do not place sealed containers or AN carbonated liquids such as fizzy drinks into the freezer as it creates pressure on the container which may cause it to explode resulting to damage to the freezer Ice cubes and ice lollies should not be consumed immediately after removal from the freezer as it may result in low temperature skin abrasions Manufacturers storage times should be adhered to Freezing Fresh Food The maximum quantity of food you can freeze in 24 hours is 10kg Place the f
15. g bleach or alcohol Clean the drain hole of the water trough at regular intervals and ensure that the drain hole is clear at all times If blocked carefully clear using a piece of flexible curtain wire inserted into the drain outlet to remove the blockage Regularly check the door seals and wipe clean to ensure they are clean and free from debris External Cleaning Wash the outer cabinet with warm soapy water Do NOT use abrasive products There are sharp edges on the underside of the product so care should be taken when cleaning Once or twice a year dust the condenser black grille and the compressor at the back of the appliance with a brush or vacuum cleaner as an accumulation of dust will affect the performance of the appliance and cause excessive electricity consumption Ve To Change the Light Bulb Switch off the appliance and disconnect from the electricity supply 2 Remove the light cover by removing the screw at the rear with a screwdriver 3 Pullthe rear of the cover outwards towards the middle of the cabinet 4 Unscrew the bulb and replace it with a new 15 watt E14 SES bulb available from your local Service Force Centre 5 Replace the cover by sliding it into its original position 6 Replace the screw D CONDENSER DEFROST TRAY COMPRESSOR Defrosting Your Appliance The fridge compartment is defrosted automatically Defrost water from the cooling plate runs out of the drain and o
16. hreaded portion of the adjuster 6 Remove the foot hinge assembly B by removing screws marked C 7 Remove the bottom door by lifting it uowards slightly and carefully sliding it down off the centre hinge pin H 8 Remove blanking plate M using a flat blade screwdriver 9 Remove the centre hinge H by loosening screw G and removing totally screw J Remove the top door by carefully sliding it down off the upper hinge pin P 10 Unscrew the upper hinge pin P and transfer it to the opposite side of the cabinet 11 Refit blanking plate M onto the opposite side of the cabinet 12 13 14 15 16 Refit the top door by carefully sliding it onto the upper hinge pin P Turn the centre hinge H around from its illustrated position and transfer it to the opposite side Gently press the centre hinge up into the door To secure the centre hinge to the cabinet refit screw J Ensure the top door is correctly aligned before fully tightening the screws J and G This can be achieved by sideways movement of the centre hinge Refit the bottom door by sliding it onto the centre hinge pin Take the bottom hinge foot assembly B and transfer it over to the opposite side of the cabinet being careful to retain any spacer washers fitted onto the bottom hinge pin Push the hinge foot assembly B into the door bearing using the pin of the foot for location Three holes will then line up with th
17. ice Force Centre Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person Parts which heat up should not be exposed Whenever possible the back of the appliance should be close to a wall but leaving the required distance for ventilation as stated in the installation instructions The appliance should be left for 2 hours after installation before it is turned on in order to allow the refrigerant to settle Child Safety Do not allow children to tamper with the controls or play with the product During Use This appliance is designed for domestic use only specifical for the storage of edible foodstuffs only Frozen food should not be refrozen once it has thawed out Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the freezer Ice lollies can cause frost freezer burns if consumed straight from the freezer Do not remove items from the freezer if your hands are damp wet as this could cause skin abrasions or frost freezer burns Manufacturers recommended storage times should be adhered to Refer to relevant instructions Maintenance and Cleaning Switch off and unplug the appliance before carrying out any cleaning or maintenance work Do not use sharp instruments to scrape off frost or ice See defrosting instructions Servicing This product should be serviced by an authorised engineer and only genuine spare parts should be used U
18. lace until the top panel rear ventilation grille touches against the wall When in position a 50 mm 2 clear space above the appliance should be maintained e f space above the appliance is not available clearance of 25mm 1 should be maintained on both sides Ensure that the appliance does not stand i on the electrical supply cable Y Parts which heat up should not be exposed Whenever possible the back of the appliance should be close to a wall but leaving the required distance for ventilation Levelling The appliance should be level to eliminate rocking Ensure the appliance is upright and both adjusters are in firm contact with the floor so that the cabinet is level e Adjust the level by screwing out the appropriate level adjuster at the front use your fingers or a suitable spanner This appliance is heavy Care should be taken when moving it gt Door Reversal 1 Disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply 2 Remove all loose items including food Store food in a cool place 3 Make sure a towel or cloth is at the base of the product to prevent it from slipping 4 Carefully lean the appliance backwards resting the top on a stool or something similar at least 30cm 12 from the floor Do not support the appliance on the rear ventilation grille or condenser 5 Remove level adjuster A from base of product retaining small cup spacer which is located around the t
19. ley M32 Cattledown Worcester West Drayton Plymouth WR3 8BP Middlesex PL4 OST UB7 8DL REDRUTH Unit 7D M36 Pool Industrial Estate Wilson Way Redruth Cornwall TR15 3QW INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Technical Information DIMENSIONS HEIGHT 166 8cm 65 7 WIDTH 55 3cm 21 8 DEPTH 61 5cm 24 2 CAPACITY GROSS Fridge 153 litres Freezer 123 litres NET Fridge 145 litres Freezer 90 litres POWER ABSORBED 125W VOLTAGE 230 240V FREQUENCY 50Hz AVERAGE DAILY UNITS OF ELECTRICITY 1 53Kwh THIS FIGURE IS BASED ON STANDARD TEST RESULTS IN THE EUROPEAN STANDARD EN153 ACTUAL CONSUMPTION WILL DEPEND ON HOW THE APPLIANCE IS USED AND WHERE IT IS LOCATED modifications 73 23 EEC of 19 2 73 Low Voltage Directive and subsequent modifications This appliance complies with the following E E C Directives C 89 336 EEC of 3 5 89 Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive and subsequent or attempt to modify this product in any It is dangerous to alter the specifications way Electrical Connections Any electrical work required to install this AN appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person This appliance must be earthed The manufacturer declines any liability should these safety measures not be observed Electrical Requirements Before switching on make sure the electricity supply voltage is the same as that indicated on the appliance rating plate
20. nder no circumstances should you attempt to repair the machine yourself Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning Contact your local Service Force Centre At the End of the appliance Life When disposing of your appliance use an authorised disposal site Remove the plug and ensure that any locks or catches are removed to prevent young children being trapped inside Please read this instruction book carefully before use and retain for future reference TABLE OF CONTENTS For the User Important Safety Instructions Description of the Appliance Using Your Appliance Before Use To Start The Appliance Thermostat Control Indicator Light Larder Compartment Storage Guide Shelf Adjustment The Freezer Compartment Frozen Food Storage Freezing Fresh Food Hints and Tips Food Storage Energy Saving Advice In the Event of a Power Failure Maintenance and Cleaning Internal Cleaning External Cleaning To Change the Lightbulb Defrosting Your Appliance When the Appliance is Not in Use What Happens if Something Goes Wrong Service and Spare Parts Service Centres XQ QO 0000 10000 11 11 11 11 12 12 13 14 15 For the Installer Installation Instructions Technical Information Electrical Connections Electrical Requirements Installation requirements Ventilation requirements Levelling Door Reversal Guarantee Conditions 17 17
21. nto a tray on the motor compressor where it is evaporated This process is completely automatic Droplets of water on the cooling plate during defrosting are quite normal and will freeze on the plate afterwards In the freezer compartment frost accumulates on the refrigerated shelves during normal operation Defrosting should be carried out when the frost build up is approximately 6mm 1 thick I To Defrost the Freezer 1 Wrap any food in layers of newspaper or blankets 2 Switch the appliance off at the wall socket and remove the plug Open the freezer door Fold out the defrost flip spout Place a suitable container under the spout to collect the defrost water 6 After defrosting clean and dry the interior 7 Switch the appliance on and replace any frozen food adc Defrosting can be speeded up by putting bowls of hot not boiling water in the freezer and loosening the frost with a suitable plastic scraper If the temperature of frozen food is allowed to rise during defrosting its storage life may be shortened When the Appliance is Not in Use When the appliance is not in use for long periods disconnect from the electricity supply empty all of the food and clean the appliance leaving the door ajar to prevent unpleasant smells CONDENSER DEFROST TRAY COMPRESSOR WHAT HAPPENS IF SOMETHING GOES WRONG BEFORE contacting your local service force centre check the following points
22. powders highly perfumed cleaning products wax polishes or products containing alcohol 3 To Start the Appliance 1 Allow the appliance to stand for 2 hrs after installation 2 Plugin the appliance and switch on at the mains supply 3 Turn the thermostat control to the required setting A setting of 3 4 is usually suitable for normal operation see thermostat control 4 Leave the appliance for approximately 4 hours for the correct temperature to be reached before placing food inside Thermostat Control The thermostat control situated in the control panel regulates the temperature both within the fridge and freezer compartments Thermostat control is marked from 1 6 the higher the number the colder the setting Position 1 Cold Position 6 Coldest The temperature will be affected by Ambient temperature How often the door is opened How much food is stored Position of the appliance In determining the correct temperature control setting all these factors have to be considered and some experimentation may be necessary Do not allow children to tamper with the controls or play with the product INDICATOR LIGHT The green indicator light is situated in the control panel When the appliance is switched on at the mains the green indicator light will glow and continue to glow until the appliance is switched off at the mains MAINS ON SSS GREEN INDICATOR LIGHT Larder Compartment The correct temperatur
23. resh food on the top freezer shelf Food may need rearranging to achieve this Frozen food should not be refrozen once it has thawed out Do not remove items from the freezer if your hands are damp wet as this could cause skin abrasions or frost freezer burns Li Hints and Tips Any opened packets of frozen food should be rewrapped in airtight materials to prevent surface evaporation which causes drying or freezer burn Frozen food which is allowed to thaw accidentally should either be used immediately or thrown away Alternatively if the food is uncooked and has not been completely defrosted it can be cooked and then refrozen Aim to check dates on packets and rotate food regularly Although storage longer than recommended is not harmful flavours and textures begin to change i 4 HINTS AND TIPS Norma Operating Sounds You may hear faint gurgling or bubbling sounds when the refrigerant is pumped through the coils or tubing at the rear to the cooling plate evaporator or to the fixed freezer shelves When the compressor is on the refrigerant is being pumped round and you will hear a whirring sound or pulsating noise from the compressor A thermostat controls the compressor and you will hear a faint click when the thermostat cuts in and out Food Storage To obtain the best results from your appliance neither hot foods nor liquids which may evaporate should be placed in the larder compartment
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25. ulting from transportation improper use or neglect the replacement of any light bulbs or removable parts of glass or plastic e Costs incurred for calls to put right an appliance which is improperly installed or calls to appliances outside the United Kingdom e Appliances found to be in use within a commercial environment plus those which are subject to rental agreements e Products of Tricity Bendix manufacture which are not marketed by Ticity Bendix European Guarantee If you should move to another country within Europe then your guarantee moves with you to your new home subject to the following qualifications e The guarantee starts from the date you first purchased your product e The guarantee is for the same period and to the same extent for labour and parts as exists in the new country of use for this brand or range of products e This guarantee relates to you and cannot be transferred to another user e Your new home is within the European Community EC or European Free Trade Area e The product is installed and used in accordance with our instructions and is only used domestically i e a normal household e The product is installed taking into account regulations in your new country Before you move please contact your nearest Customer Care centre listed below to give them details of your new home They will then ensure that the local Service Organisation is aware of your move and able to look after you and your appliances
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