Craftsman 10727790, 107277880, 107277860, 107249210 Owner’s Manual

Operator's nu

ZTS 7500

107.249210

Fits ZTS 7500 Model No.

107.27786

107.27788

107.27790

CAUTmON: Before using this product, read

the manuaWand follow all its Safety Rules and Operating Instructions.

(42" Mower) (44" Mower)

(50" Mower)

For answers to your questions about this

product, call:

1-800=659=5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, blon - Sat

Note : La traduction frangaise du manueU de cet operateur commence b, Rapage 19.

Nota: Una traducci6n en espa_oU de este ManuaU del Operador puede encontrarse en la pAgina 37.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman Service Mark of Sears Brands, LLC SM Trademark/TM@ Registered Trademark

1734238

Revision: 06

TP 199-4450-06-AT-C

Warranty Statement ..................................................... 2

Safety RuJes & information for Bagger ..................... 5

Operating instructions for Bagger ............................. 6

initial Assembly & installation .................................... 7

44" & 50" Mode[ Assembly and installation ............ 11

Normal installation/Removal of 44" & 50" Bagger.14

42" Mode[ Assembly and installation ...................... 16

ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY on CRAFTSMAN 2-BIN BAGGER For one (1) year from the date of purchase, if any parts of this product are defective in material or workmanship,

Sears w[[[ repair or replace them free of charge,

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:

o Bagger cloth bags which are expendable and wear out with normal use,

Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to, failure to maintain the equipment

according to the instructions contained in the operator's manual

o Bagger if used for commercial or rental purposes,

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING DEFECTIVE PARTS TO THE NEAREST SEARS PARTS & REPAIR CENTER IN THE UNFED STATES,

FOR THE NEAREST SEARS PARTS & REPAIR CENTER LOCATION, CALL 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®, This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state, Sears, Roebuck and Co,, Dept, 817WA, Hoffman Estates, [L 60179

Normal installation/Removal of 42" Bagger ............ 20

French Manual ........................................................... 19

Spanish Manual ......................................................... 37

Repair Parts ......................................................... PTS-1

Hardware identification &

Torque Specifications ................... inside Back Cover

Service Telephone Numbers .................... Back Cover

TOOLS REQUIRED

Description Quantity 7/16" Box Wrench, 6 Pt 1

1/2" Open-end Wrench 1 1/2" Box Wrench, 6 Pt 1

9/16" Open-end Wrench 1 9/16" Box Wrench, 6 Pt 1

3/8" Drive Ratchet 1 3/8" x 3" Extension Bar 1

7/16" x 3/8" Drive, Socket, 6 Pt 1 1/2" x 3/8" Drive, Socket, Deep, 6 Pt 1

9/16" x 3/8" Drive, Socket, 6 Pt 1 3/4" x 3/8" Drive, Socket, Deep, 6 Pt 1

#2 Phi[lips Screw Driver 1

See Page 55 for Wrench and Fastener Size Guide,

Required Hardware per mode_: Mode_ Hardware Bag: D

42" X

F G

44" 50"

X X

X X X X

Hardware Bag "D" (42" Lower Chute Hardware}

Part Number

1928372 1960252

1933988 1931334

1734355A

Description

Nut, Hex, Keps, 1/4-20 Bolt, Carriage, 1/4-20 x 5/8" Nut, Push Pal, 5/16

Bolt, Carriage, 5/16-18 x 7/8" Plate, Latch, Rear

Qty

Baffle Mounting Hardware (3 Bags}

LH Mounting Hardware Bag "E"

Part Number Description Qty

_32 BoUt,Carriage, 5/16-18 x 5/8" 4

1927557 Nut, Hex, Fange, Wh z Lock, 5/16-18 4

RH Mounting Hardware Bag "F"

1 1

Part Number Description Qty

Boot Pivot P_ate and Mount Hardware Bag "G"

Part Number

1931332 1927557

1726578A

Description

BoUt,Carriage, 5/16-18 x 5/8" Nut, Hex, FUange,Whiz Lock, 5/16-18

PUate,Rod Mount

Qty

2 2

Readthesesafetyrubsandfollowthemclosely,Failuretoobeytheserubscouldresultinlossofcontrolof unit,severepersonalinjuryordeathtoyou,orbystanders,ordamagetopropertyorequipment,Thetrian-

gb _ intextsignifiesimportantcautionsorwarningswhichmustbefollowed,

See Rider Operators Manua_

GENERAL WARNINGS

Know the unit's controb and how to stop qubkly, READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUALS,

Read and obey all safety decals,

o Only allow responsibb aduRs, who are familiar with

the instructions, to operate the unit,

o Disengage the PTO, Shut off the engine and wait for

all moving parts to stop before attaching, adjusting, or disconnecting any part of the collection system,

o Check the collection system to make sure it is bolted

tightly to the unit,

o DO NOT operate the unit without either the entire

grass bagger or the deflector in place,

o Turn off the PTO to disengage the blades when not

mowing,

o DO NOT mow in reverse, Always look down and

behind before and while travelling in reverse,

o DO NOT turn sharply when travelling alongside a

building or any object, Slow down before turning, o DO NOT carry passengers, o When collection system is removed from the mower

deck, the deflector must be properly installed, o Grass bagger components are subject to wear,

damage, and deterioration, which could expose

moving parts or allow objects to be thrown,

Frequently check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts, when neces-

sary,

If the mower stalls or the collector chute plugs:

1, Disengage the PTO; 2, Stop the engine and remove the key;

3, Set the parking brake, and wait for all moving parts to stop, 4, Remove the foreign object or clear the chute

with a piece of wood before restarting the engine, NEVER ptace hands into COLLECTOR OR MOWER housing to cJear jammed objects. MOWER may rotate when object is removed.

o For added stability and to prevent tipping or loss of

control:

a, Use reduced speed on uneven ground and when turning corners, b, Reduce loads on hillsides, it is recommended

that the collection system be kept only half full when negotiating any slopes, Start mowing on

slopes when the collection system is empty, c, Mow up and down the face of slopes; never

across the face of any slope,

Never operate on slopes greater than 17.8% (105

SAFETY DECALS

This unit has been designed and manufactured to pro- vide you with the safety and reliability you would expect

from an industry leader in outdoor power equipment

Although reading this manual and the safety instructions it contains will provide you with the necessary basic knowledge to operate this equipment safely and effec- tively, we have placed several safety labels on the unit to

remind you of this important information while you are operating your unit,

All DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and instructional messages on your rider, attachments and mower should be carefully read and obeyed, Personal bodily injury can

result when these instructions are not followed, The information is for your safety and it is important! The

safety decals below are on your product, if any decals are lost or damaged, replace them at once,

See your local dealer for replacements,

TP 600-2562-01-AT-SMA

These labels are easily applied and will act as a constant visual reminder to you, and others who may use the equipment, to follow the safety instructions necessary for safe, effective operation,

ATTACHMENT DECAL

DecaJ - WARNING

Thrown Objects

Part Number - 1732819

Read and obey all operation and warning decals.

BEFORE OPERATION

CHearthe Hawnof aHHsticks, stones, wire and other debris which may be caught or thrown by the mower bHades,

Check grass condition, Hfwet, wait until Haterin the day, Hfgrass is wet, the grass catcher is HkeHyto become pHugged,

For efficient bagging, air circulation under the mower deck, through the chute and into the bag is

very important.

For tMs reason, BEFORE YOU BEGHN MOWHNG you shouHdmake certain the underside of the mower and

the underside of the catcher Hidare free from grass and debris,

Make sure that there is a snug fit between mower deck, blower housing, tubes, and hopper,

MOWING WiTH THE BAGGER

Always operate with throttle at fuil speed when mowing, Grass should be cut often, but not too short, if grass is

too long or lush it may be necessary to keep ground speed to a minimum or to cut only half the width of the mower to prevent clogging, if grass is long, operate with mower in high cutting position for first pass, cutting again in a lower position on a second pass,

Do not open the cover with mower engaged. Hfa Hargeamount of cut grass is spHHngout from under

deck, the tube may be pHuggedor the bags may be fuHH-- discontinue mowing, stop the rider, disengage the PTO, shut off the engine and then empty the bagger or clear

the tube,

WARNING

ALWAYS shut off the unit. Disengage the PTO, and allow all moving parts to stop BEFORE

disconnecting or clearing tube, or emptying catcher.

Before leaving the operator's position for any

reason, engage the parking brake, disengage the

PTO, stop the engine and remove the key.

To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine, rider and mower free of grass, [eaves and excess grease.

Do not stop or park rider over dry leaves, grass or

combustible materials.

REQUIRED ACCESSORIES

A front-mounted weight of 32 Ibs, is required when using this rear-mounted grass catcher, Never operate mower on slopes greater than 10°.

AFTER OPERATION

Remove any debris from the the screen on the underside of the hopper lid, Note: The lid screen can be partially removed for easier cleaning and should be cleaned regu- larly,

The discharge tubes shouHd be removed for cHeaning,

,_ WARNING: Hnspectthe grass bags for wear or

hoHedamage before and after each use, Debris can fly through homesduring operation,

CAUTION

Do not leave grass in bagger containers. Empty

containers after each use and before storing.

Failure to do so may resuIt in spontaneous

combustion which couJd deveIop into a fire.

STORING THE GRASS BAGGER

Clean the grass bagger thoroughHy using a mild deter- gent (other products may damage the tube), Remove any debris from the the screen on the underside of the

Hid, If paint has been scratched on metal parts, touch up with

paint, or appHya thin fiHmof o1[to prevent corrosion, Store in a dry area, Dry thoroughHy before storing for a

[ong period of time, AHwaysstore away from moisture,

NOTE: mnthis manual, 'left" and "right" are a_ways defined from

the standpoint of the operator position facing forward from seat.

WARNING

To avoid serious injury, engage parking brake, disengage PTO, stop engine, remove key and disconnect spark plug(s) before attempting to

install, remove or work on the mower.

COUNTERWEIGHT iNSTALLATiON

1, Slide pins (A, Figure 1) on counterweight (B) into

slots (C) on front footrest support bracket (D),

NOTE: Counterweight pin and safety dip are attached to

the counterweight from the factory. The pin and safety

clip must be removed from the counterweight to attach

the counterweight to the front footrest support brackeL

2, Secure counterweight (B) with pin (E) to front footrest

support (D),

3, Secure pin (E) with safety clip (F),

SAFETY RULES

1, Never operate mower on slopes greater than 10°,

2, Front counter weight is required when ever using rear

mounted grass collection system,

Figure !. lnstalt Counter Weight A. SJide Pins

B. Counter Weight C. Pin SJots

D. Front Footrest Support E. Pin

F. Safety Ctip

Left View Back View

Figure 2. Install Hitch Assembly A. Frame

B. Hitch Assembly C. Debris Guard

D. Capecrew, Debris Guard, 3/8-18 E. Capscrew, Seat Deck Support, 5/18-18

HITCH iNSTALLATiON

Hitch mnstaHation

1, Remove 5/16=16 nut (G, Figure 2) from seat deck

support

capscrew (E),

2, Remove 3/8-16 nut (F) from rear debris guard

capscrew (D), 3, Remove 1/2=13 nut (H) from rear of frame (A), 4, Remove 3/8-16 nut (I) from rear transmission

support (J),

F. Nut, Nylock, Ftanged 3/'8-18 G. Nut, Nylock, Ftanged 5/18-16

H. Nut, !/2-!3 I. Nut, 3/8-!6 J. Rear Transmission Support

Attach hitch assembly (B) to frame (A) sliding rear of hitch flush with frame,

Finger tighten 3/8=16 nut (F), 5/16=16 nut (G), 1/2=13

nut (H) and 3/8=16 nut (I),

Tighten 3/8-16 nut (F) and 5/16=16 nut (G) first, then

1/2=13 nut (H) and 3/8-16 nut (I),

Figure3. install Bag and Cover Support

A. Upright Support B. Bag and Cover Support

C. Support Mount D. Mount Pin

E. Retainer Spring F. Shoulder Rest

G. Shoulder Bolt

Cover and Bag Support hstaHation

NOTE." The Support Mount Pin and Retainer Spring are attached to the Bag and Cover Support at the factory.

The Mount Pin and Retainer Spring must be removed

from the Bag and Cover Support to attach the Bag and

Cover Support to the Upright Support.

t, Attach the bag and cover support (B, Figure 3) to the

upright support (A) by sliding the support mount (C) over the upright support (A) until the shoulder rest (F) makes full contact with the shoulder bolts (G),

2, insert mount pin (D) through the support mount (C)

and upright support (A) as shown,

3, Secure mount pin (D) with retainer spring (E),

Figure 4. Cover installation A. Cover AeeemMy

B. Bag Support Bracket C. Cover Hinge Pivots

D. Hinge Pine E. Retainer Springs

hstaH cover

NOTE: The Hinge Pins and Retainer Springs are

attached to the Bag and Cover Support at the factory.

The Hinge Pins and Retainer Springs must be removed from the Bag and Cover Support to attach the Cover Assembly to the Bag and Cover Support.

1. Attach cover assembly (A, Figure 4) to bag support bracket (B) using cover hinge pivots (C). Secure

cover assembly to bag support bracket using hinge pins (D) and retainer springs (E) as shown.

Figure5. install Collector Bags

A. Cover B. Collector Bags

C. Grass Bag Hanger D. Bag Hanger Post

iNSTALL COLLECTOR BAGS

1. Raise the cover (A, Figure 5).

2. Attach collector bags (B) using grass bag hanger (C) to bag hanger post (D).

44" Mowers

50"

42" Mowers

44"/50" Mowers

Figure 6. Middle and Upper Tube Assembly A. Upper Tube

B. Middle Tube C. Screw, 1/4 x 3/4

CONNECTING UPPERAND M_DDLETUBE

NOTE: The Upper and Middle Tube are shipped

assembled for use on 50" mowers. If yeur model differs from this configuration you wifl need to make adjustments in the assembly.

1. SHde the upper tube (A, Figure 6) over middUetube (B) and secure together using screw (C).

Unupper tube:

: Third hoUefrom end is for 42" mowers

- Fourth hoUefrom end is for 50" mowers

- Fifth hoUefrom end is for 44" mowers,

See Figure 8 for hoUeUocations,

NOTE:

If you are installing a bagger on 44" or 50" mowers

continue with the installation on page 10.

If you are installing a bagger on a 42" mower continue with the installation beginning on page 14.

Figure 7. Remove Baffle and Hardware A. BaffJee

B. Carriage Bolts C. Nuts

D. Mower Deck Housing

iNSTALL BLOWOUT BAFFLES

1, Remove and discard existing baffles (A, Figure 7)

carriage bouts (B) and nuts (C) from mower deck housing (D),

2, UnstaHLH baffle (A, Figure 8), and secure with

5/16-18 x 5/8 carriage bouts (C) and 5/16-18 Whiz

Lock nuts (D),

3, UnstaHRH baffle (B), and secure with 5/16-18 x 5/8

carriage bouts (C) and 5/16-18 Whiz Lock nuts (E),

Figure 8. Blowout Baffle Installation A. Baffle, LH

B. Baffle, RH C. Carriage Bolts, 5/16-18 x 5/8

D. Nut, Whiz Lock, 5/18-18

Figure9. install Lower Chute

A. Lower Chute B. Mounting Plate

C. Locknuts, 5/16-18 D. Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 5t'8

E. Lower Chute Rod F. Rubber Strap

G. Discharge Deflector H. Locknut

I. Mounting Hole

Lower Chute mnstaHation

1, install mounting pUate(A, Figure 9) to mower deck as

shown, Secure with 5/16-18 x 5/8 carriage bouts (C)

and 5/16-18 bcknuts (B),

2, Lift discharge deflector (F), 3, insert bwer chute rod (D) into mounting pUate(A),

4, Pull rubber strap (E) bebw discharge deflector, and

secure by pUacinghob (H) over bcknut (G),

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Figure 10. Connecting Tube Assembly to Lower Chute and Cover

A. Upper Tube B. Cover

C. Ridge, Upper Tube D. Ridge Cutout

E. Lower Chute F. Strap, Rubber

G. Pin H. Tube Assembly

CONNECTING TUBE ASSEMBLY TO LOWER CHUTE AND COVER

1, Slide the upper tube (A, Figure 10) into cover (B)

aligning ridge (C) with cutout (D) as shown,

2, Slide tube assembly(H) over lower chute (E), Secure

tube assembly (H) to lower chute (E) using strap (F) and pin (G),

Figure 11. NormaJ installation & RemovaJ

Figure11.continued... A. HitchAssembJy

B. BagandCoverSupportAssembty C. ShoulderRest

D. MountPin E. RetainerSpring

F. HingePine G.RetainerSprings

H. CoverhingePivots

I. Cover J. Bag K. Bag Hanger L. Ridge Cutout

M. Upper Tube N. Ridge

O. Tube AssemMy P. Rubber Strap, Middte

O. Pin R. Lower Chute

S. Lower Chute Rod T. Mounting PJate

U. Rubber Strap, Lower Chute V. Discharge Deflector

W. Locknut Mount X. Support Mount

installation

NOTE." See previous pages for more detailed installation and operation instructions if necessary.

1. Attach bag and cover support assemMy (B, Figure 11) to hitch support assemMy (A) by sliding the support mount (X) over the upright support until the support mount (X) makes full contact with

the shouUder bouts (C).

2. Unsertmount pin (D) through the support mount (X)

and upright support (A) as shown.

3. Secure mount pin (D) with retainer spring (E).

4. Attach cover assembly (I) to bag support bracket (B) using cover hinge pivots (H). Secure cover assembly

to bag support bracket using hinge pins (F) and

retainer springs (E).

5. Raise the cover (I), attach collector bags (J) using

grass bag hanger (K) to bag hanger post

(D, Figure 7).

6. Lift discharge deflector (V) up and insert lower chute rod (S) into mounting plate (T).

7. Pull rubber strap (U) below discharge deflector (U)

and secure lower chute (R) to mower deck by placing

hole in rubber strap (U) (hole closest to lower chute)

over Iocknut mount (W).

8. Slide upper tube (M) into cover (I) aligning ridge (N)

with ridge cutout (L).

9. Slide tube assembly (0) over lower chute (R) securing tube assembly (0) to lower chute (R) using rubber strap (P) on tube assembly (0) to pin (Q) on lower chute (R).

WARNING

OPERATION WITHOUT BAGGER

For operation without bagger, the mower discharge deflector MUST be properly installed in the DOWN position and retained by the spring latch,

Remova_

1. Disconnect rubber strap (P, Figure 11) from pin (Q) then remove tube assembly (0) from lower chute (R) and from cover (I).

2. Lift cover (I) and remove bags (J) from bag and cover support assembly (B).

NOTE: Support the cover during the next step.

3. Remove cover (I) by disconnecting retainer springs (G), then remove both hinge pins (F).

4. Remove bag and cover support assembly (B) from hitch assembly (A) by removing retainer spring (E),

then removing mount pin (D).

NOTE: To prevent loss of pins and retainer springs re-attach them to the cover, and bag and cover

support assembly.

5. Remove lower chute (R) by lifting up discharge

deflector (V), and removing lower chute rod (S) from

mounting plate (T).

IMPORTANT: See that discharge deflector (R) returns to the DOWN position.

Figure 12. Guage Wheet RemovaJ A. Guage Wheel

B. BoJt, Shoulder, Wheel C. Washer, Flat

D. Nut, Ftange, 3/8-!6 E. Bracket, Guage Wheel, RH-Rear

Latch Cover hstaHation

1, Remove guage wheel (A, Figure 12) from guage

wheel bracket (E) by removing wheel shoulder bolt (B), washer (C), and flange nut (D),

2, Attach latch cover plate (A, Figure 13) to guage

wheel bracket (B) using a 1/4-20 x 5/8 carriage bolt (C) and 1/4-20 flanged lock nut (D),

3, Attach guage wheel (E, Figure 13) to guage wheel

bracket (B) using wheel shoulder bolt (F), washer (G), and flange nut (H),

Figure 13. Latch Cover installation A. Latch Cover Plate

B. Bracket, Guage Wheel, RH-Rear C. Bolt, Carriage, 1/4-20 x 5/8

D. Nut, Lock, Flange, 1/4-20 B. Guage Whee!

F. Bolt, Shoulder, Wheel, 3/8-16 G. Washer, Flat

H. Nut, Flange, 3/8-16

Figure 14. install Lower Tube - 42" Mower Deck A. Lower Chute

B. Front Latch Ptate C. Front Latch Mount D. Bolt, Carriage, 5/16 × 7t'8

Lower Tube mnstaHation

1, Install 5/16 x 7/8 carriage bolt (D, Figure 14) with

5/16 push nut (E) to mower deck as shown,

2, Lift discharge deflector (G), 3, Insert front latch plate (B) into front latch plate mount

(C), Swing lower chute into place below discharge

deflector (G) placing hole in lower chute over carriage

belt (D),

4, Stretch rubber strap (F) down to the rear latch plate

mount bolt (H) attaching the first hole in the rubber strap over the mount bolt,

E. Nut, Push, 5/'16 F. Strap, Rubber

G. Discharge Deflector H. Bolt, Rear Latch Plate Mount

Figure 15. NotmaJ installation & RemovaJ

Figure15 continued... A. HitchSupportAssembly

B. BagandCoverSupportAeeembty C. ShoulderBolt

D. Mount Pin E. Retainer Spring

F. Hinge Pin G. Retainer Spring

H. Cover Hinge Pivots I. Cover

J. Bag K. Bag Hanger L. Ridge Cutout

M. Upper Tube N. Ridge

O. Tube AeeemMy P. Rubber Strap

Q. Pin R. Lower Chute

S. Front Latch Plate T. Front Latch [Vlount

U. Rubber Strap, Lower Chute V. Discharge Deflector

W. Carriage BoJt X. Rear Latch Plate IVlount Bolt

Y. Support Mount

mnstaHation

NOTE." See previous pages for more detailed installation and operation instructions if necessary.

1. Attach bag and cover support assembUy (B, Figure 15) to hitch support assemMy (A)

by sliding the support mount (Y) into pUaceuntil full

contact is made with the shouUder bouts (C).

2. insert mount pin (D) through support mount (Y) and upright of hitch assemMy (A).

3. Secure mount pin (D) with retainer spring (E).

4. Attach cover assembUy (U)to bag support assembly (B) using cover hinges pivots (H). Secure cover

assembly (I) to bag support bracket (B) using hinge

pins (F) and retainer springs (G).

5. Raise the cover (I), and attach collector bags (J) using grass bag hanger (K) to hanger post

(D, Figure 7).

6. Lift discharge deflector (V, Figure 15) up, and insert

front latch plate (S) into front latch plate mount (T).

7. Swing lower chute (R) into place below discharge

deflector (V) placing hob in lower chute over carriage

bolt (W).

8. Stretch rubber strap (U) down to the rear latch plate mount bolt (X) attaching the first hob in the rubber strap over the mount bolt.

9. Slide upper tube (M) into cover (I) aligning ridge (N)

with ridge cutout (L).

10. Slide tube assembly (0) over lower chute (R) securing tube assembly (0) to lower chute (R) using rubber strap (P) on tube assembly (0) to pin (Q) on lower chute (R).

WARNING

OPERATION WITHOUT BAGGER

For operation without bagger, the mower discharge deflector blUST be properly installed in the DOWN position and retained by the spring latch.

Remova_

1. Unhook rubber strap (P, Figure 15) from pin (Q), then remove tube assembly (0) from lower chute (R) and

from cover (I).

2. Lift cover (I) and remove bags (J) from bag and cover support assembly (B).

NOTE: Support the cover during the next step.

3. Remove cover (I) by disconnecting retainer springs (G), then remove both hinge pins (F).

4. Remove bag and cover support assembly (B) from hitch assembly (A) by removing retainer spring (E),

then removing mount pin (D).

NOTE: To prevent loss of pins and retainer springs re-attach them to the cover, and bag and cover support assembly.

5. Disconnect lower chute rubber strap (U, Figure 15)

from rear latch plate mount bolt (X).

6. Lift up discharge deflector (V, Figure 15); remove lower chute (R) from carriage bolt (W), then remove

front latch latch plate (S) from front latch mount (T).

IMPORTANT: See that discharge deflector (R) returns to

the DOWN position.

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