Baracoda ZODIAC G3 User Manual

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Owner’s Manual and Quick Installation Instructions

W91236

Automatic Inground Pool Cleaner

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THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING THE G3.

YOUR G3 HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED TO BE EASILY INSTALLED

AND TO PROVIDE YEARS OF LOW MAINTENANCE OPERATION.

PRIOR TO INSTALLING YOUR NEW G3, PLEASE DO THE FOLLOWING:

1) Complete and return the warranty card.

2) Record your purchase information on the spaces provided below.

3) Attach your invoice (or a copy) to this page.

These actions will insure prompt warranty service, should it be required. Simply present your owner’s manual, along with the invoice at any of our authorized warranty centers nationwide.

RECORD YOUR G3 POOL CLEANER DATA HERE:

Date of Purchase _______________ Purchased From________________________________________________ Serial Number: ____________________________________

City __________________________________________________________ Province ________________________________ Postal Code____________________________

(located on underside of machine head)

G3 LIMITED WARRANTY

This G3 was carefully inspected before shipment from our warehouse. Upon unpacking, if any part proves defective or missing, please notify Zodiac Pool Care Canada Ltd. immediately.

Please consult owner’s manual for complete instructions on the installation and operation of your G3.

ZODIAC POOL CARE CANADA LTD. WARRANTS THE G3 POOL CLEANER AGAINST ALL MANUFACTURING DEFECTS AND ALL WEAR AND TEAR FOR TWO (2) YEARS. THE G3 HOSE IS WARRANTED AGAINST DEFECTS AND WEAR AND TEAR FOR ONE (1) YEAR. PURCHASE.

Should this product prove defective in workmanship, materials or wear during the applicable warranty period, the consumer’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be such repair or replacement of the product as provided below.

THE LIMITED WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WRITTEN WARRANTY WITH RESPECT TO THE G3 POOL CLEANER. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES IMPOSED BY APPLICABLE LAW, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

NOTICE: As a term of of any warranties provided above, you must contact Zodiac Pool Care Canada Ltd at (888)647-4004 immediately upon the happening of any event upon which you make a warranty claim. Failure to provide this prompt notice may result in your forfeiting warranty rights and claim.

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY EXCLUDES THE FOLLOWING:

1. Discoloration of the G3 pool cleaner. This is caused by reaction to ultraviolet rays and the chemicals used in the pool water. Discoloration does not affect the operating ability of the G3.

Therefore, this Limited Warranty does not cover the replacement of discolored parts.

2. Damage to or malfunction of the unit resulting from excess chlorination or improper water chemistry balance.

3. Replacement of parts which fail or become defective as a result of improper installation, negligence, misuse, abuse or tampering by unauthorized repair personnel.

4. Age, pool water imbalance, and improper installation can cause vinyl pool liners to become brittle or unduly wrinkled. Corrosion of the supporting walls and/or irregularities in the pool base

may also cause liner failure. The use of this product in such an environment is at the pool owner’s risk. Therefore, the pool owner hereby releases the manufacturer from any and all claims

for damage where these conditions exist.

5. The G3 is designed for use in inground pools only. If unit is used in any other application, the pool owner hereby releases the manufacturer from any and all claims. This misuse will void all

warranty on the unit.

6. In no event shall Zodiac Pool Care Canada Ltd. be liable in contract or in tort, or under any other legal theory, for lost profits or revenues, loss of use or similar economic loss, or for indirect,

special, incidental, consequential or similar damages, even if it has been advised of the possibility of such claim. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or

consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

ALL WARRANTIES ARE EFFECTIVE FROM THE DATE OF

Certain vinyl liner patterns are particularly susceptible to rapid surface wear or pattern removal caused by objects coming into contact with the vinyl surface, including pool brushes, pool

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toys, floats, fountains, chlorine dispensers, and automatic pool cleaners.

Some vinyl liner patterns can be seriously scratched or abraded simply by rubbing the surface with a pool brush. Ink from the pattern can also rub off during the installation process or when it

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comes into contact with objects in the pool.

• Vinyl liners are subject to deterioration or damage due to age, the effect of chemicals, corrosion or failure of the supporting walls; as well as improper installation, maintenance or cleaning of

the supporting walls or base.

has damage to the base material or supporting walls, do not install the G3 before having a qualified professional perform the necessary repairs or liner replacement.

ZODIAC POOL CARE CANADA LTD. WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR LINER DAMAGE CAUSED BY (1) A G3 CLEANER WHICH IS IN DISREPAIR, (2) PATTERN REMOVAL FROM A VINYL LINER, OR (3) A G3 CLEANER USED IN A POOL HAVING AN AGED OR DETERIORATED LINER.

Zodiac is not responsible for, and the Limited Warranty does not cover, pattern removal, abrasion or marking on vinyl liners.

WARRANTY PROCEDURES

IMPORTANT WARRANTY NOTICES FOR VINYL LINER POOL OWNERS

No claim under this Limited Warranty will be recognized unless the registration card, included in your box, is completed and returned within fifteen (15) days of the purchase date. Only the original purchaser may submit a claim under this Limited Warranty.

the Limited Warranty relating to any defect, malfunction or wear of the G3.

To obtain warranty replacements or repair, call (888) 647-4004 for authorization. When submitting a claim, always supply serial number, evidence of purchase date, retailer and a brief description of the problems/defects encountered. Zodiac Pool Care Canada Ltd. reserves the right to repair or replace all defective or worn parts covered by this Limited Warranty and return same to purchaser, freight collect.

Zodiac Pool Care Canada Ltd. assumes no responsibility for any warranties or representations made by other individuals or businesses beyond the express terms contained in this Limited Warranty.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction.

This pool cleaner is covered by one or more of the following Canadian patents:1,254,105 and 1,256,262. OTHER PATENTS PENDING

For sale and use in Canada only. This pool cleaner is not warranted or guaranteed outside of Canada.

Purchaser’s claims against Zodiac Pool Care Canada Ltd., shall be limited to those claims which may be asserted under

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Pool Preparation......................................................................................... 4

Assembly.................................................................................................... 5

Installation.................................................................................................. 6

Care and Maintenance................................................................................14

Adjustments ...............................................................................................16

Troubleshooting .........................................................................................17

Accessories ................................................................................................18

Parts Diagram............................................................................................ 19

Let Us Help................................................................................................20

Check that the following parts are included:

(1) FlowKeeper™

(1) Cleaner head

(1) Finned disc

Valve

(1) Universal

(2) Hose weights

(12) Hose Lengths

Valve Cuff

(1) 45-degree elbow adapter

(1) Hose Connector

(1) Hose protector net

(1) Pool Pulse™

If this unit is not working properly, do not return it to your retailer.

Call 1-888-647-4004.

Certain vinyl liner patterns are particularly susceptible to rapid surface wear or pattern removal caused by objects coming into contact with the vinyl surface, including pool brushes, pool

• toys, floats, fountains, chlorine dispensers, and automatic pool cleaners. Some vinyl liner patterns can be seriously scratched or abraded simply by rubbing the surface with a pool brush. Ink from the pattern can also rub off during the installation process or

• when it comes into contact with objects in the pool.

• Vinyl liners are subject to deterioration or damage due to age, the effect of chemicals, corrosion or failure of the supporting walls; as well as improper installation, maintenance or cleaning of the supporting walls or base.

• Before installing the G3, examine the interior of your pool carefully. If your vinyl liner is brittle or has stones, wrinkles, roots or metal corrosion in contact with the underside of the liner, or has damage to the base material or supporting walls, do not install the G3 before having a qualified professional perform the necessary repairs or liner replacement.

IMPORTANT WARRANTY NOTICES FOR VINYL LINER POOL OWNERS

Zodiac is not responsible for, and the Limited Warranty does not cover, pattern removal, abrasion or marking on vinyl liners.

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POOL PREPARATION

❑ Close the main drain

❑ Manually vacuum the pool if excessive debris is present. This eliminates

unnecessary adjustment later.

❑ Clean the filter and empty the pump strainer basket

❑ Divert the pool return inlets downward

PUMP

STRAINER

BASKET

PUMP

FILTER

WALL VACUUM

FITTING

RETURN

INLET

RETURN

INLET

MAIN

DRAIN

SKIMMER & MAIN

DRAIN VALVES

SKIMMER

Diverting the pool return inlets downward allows the G3 to move randomly throughout the pool. Loosen the lock ring on the return inlet, aim the eyeball straight downward and tighten the lock ring.

BEFORE ADJUSTMENT

TOP VIEW SIDE VIEW

AFTER ADJUSTMENT

OP VIEW

SIDE VIEW

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1. Use enough hose sections to

reach the farthest point in the

pool, plus one (1) section.

ASSEMBLY

Skimmer

2. Attach both hose weights 1.5

metres from the female end of

the hose. The female end is the

end that will eventually be

attached to the G3 head. (Do

not attach now)

Hose Weights

Female End

G3 Head

(Do not attach now)

Male End

(Skimmer End)

1.5 Metres

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ASSEMBLY

FINNED DISC INSTALLATION

Slide the finned disc over the foot pad. Be sure it fits properly in the grooves provided.

The fins on the disc face upward.

Bottom View

The next steps vary based on whether your pool has one

skimmer, two skimmers or a wall vacuum fitting. Please

follow the appropriate instructions for your type of pool.

INSTALLATION (A)

FOR POOLS WITH ONE SKIMMER

FLOWKEEPER™ VALVE FOR POOLS WITH A SINGLE SKIMMER ONLY

The pool pump provides more gallon per minute flow than your G3 requires. That's why we provide a way to regulate the flow. The Flowkeeper Valve is self adjusting and provides a by-pass, so that the pool pump and the G3 run properly. In single skimmer installations the Flowkeeper Valve MUST BE used. Installations in a vac line or a second skimmer do not require the flowkeeper.

Rear View

To adjust setting, pull and move to desired setting.

Skimming action is maintained through a bypass throat in the valve. As the filter collects debris, the valve automatically maintains the correct flow to the cleaner. The Flowkeeper valve comes preset at the two (2) setting. The lower the number, the lower the flow to the cleaner head. Should readjustment become necessary, pull the adjustment handle to raise or lower the setting. There are three total setting options.

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1. Begin by removing your

vacuum plate (if you have one)

and skimmer basket from the

skimmer.

2. Slide the hose protector net on

the male end of the hose and

attach the hose connector to

the same end.

VACUUM

PLATE

HOSE

PROTECTOR

NET

SKIMMER

BASKET

HOSE

CONNECTOR

3. Fill the hose with water by

placing the end over a return

jet inlet.

Your hose is now free of air. Please ensure that the hose

ends are k

steps. This will prevent air from entering your system.

IMPORTANT

ept under water while performing the following

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4. At the hose connector end,

HOSE

CONNECTOR

HOSE

connect the 45 degree elbow,

flowkeeper and the universal

valve cuff.

5. Move to the skimmer and

attach the assembly into the

suction port. Ensure arrow on

flowkeeper valve is pointing

downward.

45 DEGREE

ELBOW

FLOWKEEPER™

VALVE

UNIVERSAL

VALVE CUFF

HOSE

PROTECTOR

NET

6. Submerge the G3 pool cleaner

head. When bubbles stop coming

from the extension pipe, attach

the cleaner head to the female

end of the hose.

Your assembly is now complete – enjoy!

IMPORTANT

Please ensure that both hose weights

are 1 .5 metres from the cleaner head

for optimum performance.

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FOR POOLS WITH TWO SKIMMERS

1. Begin by removing your

INSTALLATION (B)

vacuum plate (if you have one)

and skimmer basket from

the deep end skimmer.

2. Slide the hose protector net on

the male end of the hose.

SKIMMER

BASKET

VACUUM

PLATE

HOSE

PROTECTOR

NET

3. Fill the hose with water by

placing the end over a return

jet inlet.

Your hose is now free of air. Please ensure that the hose

ends are kept under water while performing the following

steps. This will prevent air from entering your system.

IMPORTANT

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4. Attach the male end of the hose

to the universal valve cuff.

5. Move to the deep end skimmer

and insert the cuffed hose into

the suction port.

6. Attach the pool pulse to the other

end of the hose.

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7. At your pump, leave the valve for

the deep end skimmer fully open

and close the valve for the other

skimmer until the pool pulse

indicator falls into the ideal range.

(When viewed from the side)

NOTE: If possible, mark the valve

at the pump so it can simply be

moved to the ideal position

without using the pool pulse in

future installations.

IDEAL TOO HIGH TOO LOW

8. Remove the pool pulse.

Submerge the G3 pool cleaner

head. When bubbles stop

coming from the extension pipe,

attach the cleaner head to the

female end of the hose.

IMPORTANT

Please ensure that both hose weights

are 1.5 metres from the cleaner head

for optimum performance.

Your assembly is now complete – enjoy!

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INSTALLATION (C)

FOR POOLS WITH WALL VACUUM FITTINGS

1. Fill the hose with water by

placing the end over a return

jet inlet.

Your hose is now free of air. Please ensure that the hose

ends are kept under water while performing the following

steps. This will prevent air from entering your system.

IMPORTANT

2. Insert the male end of the hose

into the large end of the 45˚

elbow. Then insert the small

end of the 45˚ elbow into the

universal valve cuff.

3. Insert the universal valve cuff

into the wall vacuum fitting.

The 45˚ elbow should be

angled toward the surface.

MALE END

OF HOSE

45˚ ELBOW

IMPORTANT: To help prevent suction entrapment accidents, wall vacuum fittings should have a safety vac lock installed. Contact your builder or retail pool professional for details.

UNIVERSAL

VALVE CUFF

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4. Attach the pool pulse to the

other end of the hose.

5. At your pump, open the wall

vacuum line valve fully and

slowly close the skimmer valve

until the indicator of the pool

pulse falls into the ideal range

(when viewed from the side).

NOTE: If possible, mark the

valve at the pump so it can

simply be moved to the ideal

position without using the pool

pulse in future installations.

6. Remove the pool pulse.

Submerge the G3 pool cleaner

head. When bubbles stop

coming from the extension pipe,

attach the cleaner head to the

female end of the hose.

IDEAL TOO HIGH TOO LOW

IMPORTANT

Please ensure that both hose weights are 1.5 metres from the cleaner head

for optimum performance.

Your assembly is now complete – enjoy!

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Sunlight (ultraviolet rays), water and swimming pool chemicals create a harsh environment. To increase the lifespan of the G3 and hose, you should:

Remove the G3 from the pool before super chlorinating and reinstall it a minimum of four hours later.

2. Always store the hose straight or in its original box. To prevent memory, NEVER coil the hose. (Coiled hose can be straightened with hot water or by laying it on a warm pool deck for several hours.)

CORRECT

INCORRECT

3. If you should develop an algae or chemical imbalance problem, remove the G3, follow the advice of

a qualified pool professional, and reinstall the G3 when the imbalance is corrected.

ALWAYS disconnect the hose from the skimmer or vacuum line BEFORE backwashing your filter.

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Quick Access Cassette System

Large foreign objects, such as children’s toys, tree branches and rocks, should be removed manually from your pool prior to operating an automatic pool cleaner. In the event a foreign object does not get manually removed and a blockage occurs, the opportunity to remove the blockage or check the diaphragm for damage in minutes at poolside.

FIGURE 1 FIGURE 2 FIGURE 3

Quick Access Cassette System allows you the

FIGURE 4 FIGURE 5

Inspect the diaphragm for the blockage or damage. If damage is evident, i.e., a cut or hole on the sides of the diaphragm, contact Zodiac Pool Care Canada, Ltd. (1-888-647-4004) for an authorized Zodiac warranty station.

If a blockage is apparent, grasp it and remove it. If this can’t be done, a garden hose may be used to flush the obstacle through. Do not use any sharp objects to probe or push an obstruction as this may damage the diaphragm.

FIGURE 6 FIGURE 7 FIGURE 8

FIGURE 9

FIGURE 10

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ADJUSTMENTS

COVERAGE

Normally it is undesirable for the return line water flow to affect the natural movement of the G3 hose. However, the following illustrations show how return line pressure can by used to balance cleaning coverage or to guide the cleaner away from step areas with "V" shaped corners.

A return line located anywhere along the shaded area can be utilized to elongate excess hose to "balance" pool coverage.

A return line located anywhere along the shaded area can be utilized to gently push the hose allowing the G3 to free itself from inpool obstacles.

TOP VIEW

Aim directional toward this area

TECHNIQUE

Position the return line directional so that you can only detect water movement on the surface approximately 8 feet out from the wall, and aim it at the center of the opposite wall.

CROSS SECTION

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TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM SOLUTION

1. Machine does not move, or moves slowly. • Confirm that the main drain is closed.

• Ensure ideal flow is being attained using Pool Pulse Note: In water 60˚ F or less, it may be necessary to increase flow to compensate for the reduced flexibility of the hose and diaphragm.

™

• Check diaphragm for damage or wear

and Maintenance)

(See Care

• Backwash filter and empty pump basket.

• Check for air in system. If water level in pump basket drops or you notice excessive air bubbles in pump basket or coming out of return jets, you have air in the system. Check hose connections, tighten all fittings at pump, and check gasket in pump basket for wear. You may need to have a pool professional check for air leaks in the lines.

2. Machine patterns or doesn't cover majority of pool.

• Ensure ideal flow is being attained using Pool Pulse™. High flow will cause the cleaner to climb more.

• Point return jets as far down as possible.

• Make sure hose does not have memory frombeing coiled (See Care and Maintenance).

• Ensure both hose weights are 1.5 metres from G3 head.

• Confirm proper hose length.

(See Assembly Section)

3. Machine sticks on ladder. • Ensure ideal flow is being attained using Pool Pulse™. Lower flow will bring the cleaner off the walls.

• Ensure both hose weights are 1.5 metres from G3 head.

4. Machine sticks in steps. • Check Pool Pulse™for ideal flow.

• Ensure correct amount of hose is being used

(See Assembly).

Shorten if neccessary.

• Utilize return jets as shown in adjusments section.

(See Adjustments Section)

5. Machine stays on walls or edge of pool. • Reduce flow to low side of ideal range on Pool Pulse™.

• Ensure both hose weights are 1.5 meters from G3 head.

6. Machine won't climb walls. • Machine may not climb walls of some vinyl pools or pools with safety ledges.

• Ensure both hose weights are 1.5 meters from G3 head.

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• Raise flow to high side of ideal range on Pool Pulse

If this unit is not working properly, do not return it to your retailer. Call 1-888-647-4004.

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ACCESSORIES

PART ILLUSTRATION PART NO. DESCRIPTION

1. W24000 Ladder Guard

stainless steel

in-pool ladders

For use on

Use when no other

return inlet directional

fittings exist.

3A. W90153 Retrofit Eyeball Return

2. W24100 Return Line Diverter

(for 11/2" return inlet) Line Diverter

Use to replace standard

3B. W90155 directional inlet eyeballs

(for 2" return inlet)

4. W26705 The

with 4

/2"

Hose Connector

Use when heavy debris

or leaf situations exist.

5. W46155 Large Wheel Deflector Use when extra clearance

needed at steps or other

obstacles.

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G3 PARTS DIAGRAM

PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY.

1. W69541 Left G3 Main Body 1

2. W69542 Right G3 Main Body 1

3. W56124 Float 1

4. W41079 Weight 1

5. W69545 Retaining Collar 1

6. W70334 Cassette Chambers Upper and Lower 1

7. W81710 Diaphragm 1

8. W81600 Retaining Ring 1

9. W56525 Inner Extension Pipe 1

10. W70326 Cassette Outer Extension Pipe w/ Handnut 1

11. W74000 Compression Ring 1

12.

W70328

13. W69526 Bumper Fin 1

14. W70327 Foot Pad 1

15. W70329 Finned Disc 1

W60050

16.

17. W33160 4 1/2" Connector - Aqua 1

18. W44800 Pool Pulse

19. W70244 45º Elbow 1

20. W70263 Inground Valve Cuff 1

W33800

21.

22. W83247 Hose Weight 2

23. W83140 Long-Life Hose Kit - 12x1 Meter - Aqua 1

24. W70324 G3 Cassette Assembly Complete 1

Foot Flange 1

FlowKeeper Valve

Hose Protector Net

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LET US HELP! - G3

If you are having a coverage problem you cannot solve, mail or fax us the following information along with a sketch of your pool shape indicating the location of all skimmers, vacuum lines, inlets, stairs, ladders, swimouts, spas, waterfalls, filter systems or other significant features and a brief description of the problem.

MAIL TO: ZODIAC POOL CARE CANADA, LTD.

2115 South Service Road West, Unit #3, Oakville, Ontario L6L 5W2 or fax to: (905) 825-5780

CUSTOMER NAME: ____________________________________________ TELEPHONE NO.: ( _______ ) ___________________

ADDRESS: __________________________________________________________________________________________________

CITY: _________________________________________________________ PROVINCE: ___________ POSTAL CODE: ________

SERIAL NO.: __________________________________________________ PURCHASED FROM: __________________________

POOL SURFACE

POOL SIZE: ___________________________________________________ PUMP SIZE (H.P.): _____________________________

FILTER (circle one): SAND D.E. CARTRIDGE FILTER SIZE (or Model No.) _____________________

(circle one): CONCRETE VINYL FIBERGLASS OTHER: ______________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________

OBLEM

INDICA

___________________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________________

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ZODIAC POOL CARE CANADA, LTD.

2115 South Service Road West, Unit #3

Oakville, Ontario L6L 5W2

1-888-647-4004

www.zpc.ca

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