Craftsman 917388151 Owner’s Manual

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5.0 HORSEPOWER
22" REAR DISCHARGE
ROTARY LAWN MOWER

Model No.

917.388151

• Safety

• Assembly
° Operation

o Maintenance

• EspaSoi

• Repair Parts

For answers to/ your

questions about this product:
Call 7 am--7 pm, Mon--Sat;

Sun, I0 am--7 pm

1-800-235..5878

CAUTION:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Warranty 2 Product Specifications 11
Safety Rules 2 Service and Adjustments 13

Assembly 4 Storage 14
Operation 6 Troubleshooting 15

Maintenance Schedule 10 Repair Parts 32

Maintenance t0 Parls Ordering Back Cover

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER
For two years from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Lawn Mower is maintained,

lubricated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the
owner's manual, Sears wilt repair free of charge any defect in material or workmanship.

If this Craftsman Lawn Mower is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty
applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.

This Warranty does not cover:

• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as rotary mower
blades, blade adapters, belts, air cleaners and spark plug.

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crank-

shafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con-
tained in the owner's manual.

Warranty service is available by returning the craftsman power mower to the nearest
sears sen,ice centeddepartment in the united staleso This warranty applies only while

this product is in use in the united states.
This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which

vary from state to state°
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, _LLINOIS 60179

TRAINING:

• Read this operator's manual carefully.

Become familiar with the controls and
know how to operate your mower

properly. Learn how to quickly stop
mower.

• Do not allow children to use your mower.
Never allow adults to use mower without

proper instructions.

• Keep the area of operation clear of all

persons, especially small children and
pets.

• Use mower only as the manufacturer

intended and as described in this manual.

• Do not operate mower if it has been

dropped or damaged in any manner.
Always have damage repaired before

using your mower

• Do not use accessory attachments that

are not recommended by the manufac,

turer. Use of such attachments may be

hazardous.

• The blade turns when the engine is
running,

PREPARATION:

, Always thoroughly check the area to be

mowed and clear it of all stones, sticks,
wires, bones, and other foreign objects.

These objects will be thrown by the blade
and can cause severe injury,

° Always wear safely glasses or eye

shields when starting and while using
your mower.

• Dress properly. Do not operate mower
when barefoot or wearing open sandals.

Wear only solid shoes with good traction

when mowing.

• Check fuel tank before starting engine_

Do not filt gas tank indoors, when lhe
engine is running or when the engine is

hoLAllowtheenginetocool for several

minutes before filling the gas tank Clean
off any spilled gasoline before starting the

engine.

• Always make wheel height adjustments
before starting your mower° Never

attempt to do this while the engine is
running,

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial
light.

OPERATION:

° Keep your eyes and mind on your mower

and the area being cut, Do not let other
interests distract you,

• Do not mow wet or slippery grass, Never
run while operating your mower, Always

be sure ol your footing -- keep a firm
hold on the handles and walko

• Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts, Keep clear of the discharge

opening at all times,

• Always stop the engine whenever you
leave or are not using your mower, or
before crossing driveways, walks, roads,

and any gravel--covered areas.

• Never direct discharge of material toward
bystanders nor allow anyone near the

mower while you are operating ito

° Before cleaning, inspecting, or repairing

your mower, stop the engine and make

absolutely sure the blade and all moving
parts have stopped. Then disconnect the

spark plug wire and keep it away from the
spark plug to prevent accidental starting.

• Do nol continue to run your mower if you
hit a foreign object. Follow the procedure

outlined above, then repair any damage
before restarting and operating you

mower.

• Do not change the governor settings or
overspeed the engine. Engine damage or

personal injury may result.

• Do not operate your mower if it vibrates
abnormally. Excessive vibration is an

indication of damage; stop the engine,
safely check for the cause of vibration

and repair as required.

• Do not run the engine indoors. Exhaust
fumes are dangerous.

• Never cut grass by pulling the mower
towards you. Mow across the face of

slopes, never up and down or you might
lose your footing. Do not mow exces-

sively steep slopes. Use caution when
operating the mower on uneven terrain or

when changing directions -- maintain
good footing.

° Never operate your mower without

proper guards, plates, grass catcher or
other safety devices in place.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE:

• Check the blade and the engine mount-
ing bolts often to be sure they are
tightened properly.

, Check all bolts, nuts and screws at

frequent intervals for proper tightness to

be sure mower is In safe working
condition°

• Keep all safety devices in place and

working°

• To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine
free of grass, leaves or excessive grease

and oil

• Check grass catcher often ior deteriora-
tion and wear and replace worn bags.
Use only replacement bags that are

recommended by and comply with
specifications of the manufacturer of your

mower.

• Always keep a sharp blade on your
mower.

• Allow engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.

° Never store mower with fuel in the tank

inside a building where fumes may reach

an open flame or an ignition source such

as a hot water heater, space heater,

clothes dryer, etc.

CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug
wire and place wire where it cannot contact

spark ptug in order to prevent'accidental
starting when setting up, transporting,
adjusting or making repairs.

WARNING
The engine exhaust from this product

contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects, or
other reproductive harm.

Theseaccessorieswereavai{ablewhenthis
lawnmowerwasproduced.Theyarealso

availableatmostSearsretailoutletsand

order repair parts for you, when you provide

the model number of your lawn mower.
Some of these accessories may not apply

servicecenters°MostSearsstorescanaFso toyourlawnmower

LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE

FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS

LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE

u,, ,

CLIPPING DEFLECTOR

MUFELERS

BELTS

GRASS CATCHERS

FOR

REAR DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS

BLADES

BLADE ADAPTERS WHEELS

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is
capable of amputating hands and feet and

throwing objects. Failure to observe the
following safety instructions could result in

serious injury, or death.
Safety standards require operator pres-

ence controls to minimize the risk ol injury.
Your unit is equipped with such controls.

Do not attempt to defeat the function of the
operator presence controls under any

circumstances.

Read these instructions and this manual in
its entirety before you attempt to assemble

or operate your new lawn mowe_: Your new
lawn mower has been assembled at the

factory with the exception of those parts left

unassembled |or shipping purposes. All

parts such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc.,
necessary to complete the assembly have
been placed in the parts bag. To ensure

safe and proper operation of your lawn
mower, all parts and hardware you as.-

MULCHER KiTS

SfDE DrSCHARGE

GRASS CATCHERS

LAWN MOWERS

AIR FILTERS

FOR

STABILIZER

GAS CANS

SPARK PLUGS

ENGINEOIL

sembte must be tightened securely. Use the
correct tools as necessary to ensure proper

tightness.
TO REMOVE LAWN MOWER FROM

CARTON

* Remove loose parts included with

mower°

• Cut down two end corners of carton
and lay end panel down flat,

° Remove all packing materials except

padding between upper and lower
handle and padding holding operator
presence control bar to upper handle.

• Roll lawn mower out of carton and
checkcarton thoroughly for additional

loose parts.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR LAWN

MOWER
TO UNFOLD HANDLE

IMPORTANT: Unfold handles carefully so

as not to pinch or damage control cables.

• Raise handles until lower handle section
locks into place in mowing position.

• Remove protective padding, raise upper
handle section into place on lower

handles and tighten both handle knobs.

, Remove handle padding holding operator

presence control bar to upper handle°

• Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted
for your mowlng comfort. Refer to "Adjust
Handle" in the Service and Adjustment

section of this manual

Operator presence
control bar

Upper handle

Lift up

,iftup

TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS
Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be

used as a mulcher.. To convert to bagging or
discharging:

• Open rear door and remove mulcher
plug. Store mulcher plug in a safe place.

• You can now install catcher or optional
dipping deflector.

• To return to mulching operation, install
mulcher plug into discharge opening of

mower. _,_

Mulcher ptug ....

CAUTION: Donot run your lawn mower

without mutcher plug in place or approved
clipping deflector or grass catcher in place.

Never attempt to operate the lawn mower with

the rear door removed or propped open,

Mowing
position

KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN

MOWER. Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location
of various conlrols _a_ndiadjvstments. Say e this manual for fu!ure !eference.

These symbols may appear on your fawn mower or in literature supplied with the

product. Learn and understand their meaning,

CAUTION ENGINE _NGINIE FAST _LOW CHOKE FUEL OIL nANGFP KFIFP HANDS

OR Wf,.RNING ON OFF ANO FEET AWAY

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Operator presence control bar

--- Engine zone control cable

Starter handle

Handle knob_

fil_ercap

)eed contro! lever

Air filter

Mulcher plug

Engine otl

with dipstick

Lawn mower housing

Wheel adjuster

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(on each whee 0

MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
Sears rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to the safety standards of the American

National Standards Institute and the U.So Consumer Product Safety Commission. The blade

turns when the engine is runninq.

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Operator Presence Control Bar- must be
held down to the handle to start the engine

Release to stop the engine.
Primer- pumps additional fuel from the
carburetor to the cyJinder for use when starting
a cold engine.

Engine Speed Control - located on the side
of the engine which allows you to select either

fast or slow engine speed.

Mulcher Plug - located at the discharge

opening must be removed when converting Io
bagging or discharging operation.

Salter Handle - used for starting the engine.

Theoperationofanylawnmowercan resultin
foreignobjectsthrownintotheeyes,whichcan

resultinsevereeyedamage,Alwayswear

safetyglassesoreye shields while operating

your lawn mower or performing any adjust-

merits or repair& We recommend a wide

vision safety mask over the spectacles or
standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER
ENGINE SPEED CONTROL
The engine speed is controlled by a lever

located on the side of the engine° Fast
position is for stading the engine, normal

cutting, and better grass bagging, Slow
position is for light cutting, tdmming and fuel
economy.

ENGINE Z_JNE CONTROL
CAUTION: Fedelal regulations require an

engine control to be installed on this lawn
mower in order to minimize the risk of blade

contact injury. Do not under any circumstances
attempt to defeat the function of the operator

control. The blade tumswhen the engine is

running.

• Your lawn mower isequippedwithan

operator presence control bar which
requires the operator to be positioned

behind the lawn mower handle to start and

operate the lawn mower.

Lower Wheels for High Cut

Plate Tab

__._ Lever

Raise Wheels for Low Cut
TO ATTACH GRASS CATCHER

° Close the flip lid. Flip lid must be closed

while operating lawn mower.

• Lift the rear door on the mower housing and
place the grass catcher frame onto the

formed tabs on the rear door hinge bracket.

, The grass catcher is secured to the lawn

mower housing when the rear door is
lowered onto the grass catcher frame.

CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower
without clipping deflector or approved grass
catcher in placed Never attempt to operate the

lawn mower with the rear door removed or
propped _

Hinge /
bracket

Formed
tabs

_Z----Rear door

Grass catcher
frame

Engine speed control tever

--V

Primer

TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT

• Raise wheels for low cu[ and lower wheels
for high cut.

• Adjust cutting height to suit your require-
ments. Medium position is best for most

lawns.

• To change cutting height, squeeze adjuster
lever toward wheel. Move wheel up or down
to suit your requirements° Be sure all wheels

are in the same setting.

NOTE: Adjuster is properly positioned when
plate tab inserts into hole in lever. Also, 9-
position adjusters (if so equipped) allow lever

to be positioned between the plate tabs.

TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER

• To remove grass catcher, release operator
presence control bar to stop engine.

. Lilt up rear door and remove the grass

catcher by the handle.

NOTE: Do not drag the bag when emptying;
itwill cause unnecessary wear.

BEFORESTARTINGENGINE

OIL
Your lawn mower is shipped without oil inthe

engine.

• Be sure mower is level and area around oil
fill is dean.

. Remove engine oil cap w]dipstick and fill to

the full line on the dipstick_

• Use 20 ozs, of oil. For type and grade of oil
to use, see "ENGINE" in Customer

Responsibilities section of this manual.

• Pour oi! slowly, Do not over fill.

,, Check oil level before each use. Add oil if

needed.. Fill to full line on dipstick,

• To read proper level, tighten engine oi! cap

each time.

o Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten.

- Change the oil after every 25 hours of
operation or each season, You may need

to change the oi! more often under dusty,
dirty conditions.

GAS

• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular
unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87

octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline.

Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used

within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.

WARNING: Experience indicates that
alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using

ethanol or methanot) can attract moisture
which leads to separation and formation of
acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage

the fuel system of an engine while in storage.
To avoid engine problems, the fuel system
should be emptied before storage of 30 days

or longer, Drain the fuel tank, start the engine
and let it run until fuel lines and carburetor are

empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See
Storage Instructions for additional information.

Never use engine or carburetor cleaner
products in fuel tank or permanent damage
may occur.

TO START ENGINE

, To start a cold engine, push primer five (5)

times before trying to start Use a firm push.
This step is not usually necessary when
startin§ an engine which has already run for

a few minutes

° Push engine speed control lever to fast

position.

' Hold operator presence control bar down to

the handle and pull starter handle quickly°
Do not allow starter rope to snap back.

, To stop engine,1 release operator presence

control bar..

NOTE: In cooler weather it may be neces-
sary to repeat priming steps, In warmer
weather over priming may cause flooding and

engine will not starL If you do flood engine,
wait a few minutes before attempting to start

and do not repeat priming steps.

MOWING TIPS
° Under certain conditions, such as very tall

grass, it may be necessary to raise the
height of cut to reduce pushing effort and to

keep from overloading Ihe engine and
leaving dumps of grass clippings.

° For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the

width of cut and raise the rear of the lawn
mower housing one (1) wheel adjuster

setting higher lhan the front for belier

discharge of grass.

• For better grass bagging and most cutting
conditions, the engine speed should be set
in the fast position_

° When using a rear discharge lawn mower in

moist, heavy grass, clumps of cut grass
may not enter the grass catcher. Reduce
ground speed (pushing speed) and/or run

the lawn mower over the area a second
time.

• If a trail of grass clippings is left on the right
side of a rear discharge lawn mower, mow

in a clockwise direction with a small overlap

to collect the clippings on the next pass.

• Keep top of engine around starter clear and

clean ol grass clippings and chaff. This will

help engine air flow and extend engine life.

• Pores in cloth grass catchers can become

filled with dirt and dust with use and
catchers will collect less grass. To prevent

this, regularly hose catchers off with water
and let dry before using.

MULCHING MOWING TIH_

IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep
mower housing free of built-up grass and trash°

Clean UNDERSIDE OF MOWER HOUSING
after each use See "Cleaning '' in CUSTOMER

RESPONSIBILITIES section of this manual,

• The special mulching blade will recur the
grass clippings many times and reduce
lhern in size so that as they fail onto the

lawn they will disperse into the grass and
not be noticed, Also, the mulched grass wilt

biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for
the lawn. Always mulch with your highest
engine (blade) speed as this will provide the

best recutting action of the blades.

• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet Wet
grass tends to form clumps and interferes

with the mulching action. The best time to
mow your lawn is the eady afternoon, At this

time the grass has dried and the newly cut

area will not be exposed to the direct sun

• r-or pest resum[s,aalus_ the lawn mower
cutting height so that the lawn mower cuts

off only the top one-third of the grass blades.

tf the lawn is overgrown it will be necessary

to raise the height of cut to reduce pushing
effort and to keep from overbading the

engine and leaving dumps of mulched
grass, For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width of cut, mow slowly and

raise the rear of the lawn mower one wheel

adjuster setting higher than the front

• Certain types of grass and grass conditions
may require that an area be mulched a

second time to completely hide the
clippings. When doing a second cut, mew

across or perpendicular to the first cut path.

° Change your cutting pattern from week to

week, Mow north to south one week then
change to east to west the next week. This

will help prevent matting and graining of the

tawn_

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Clean Battery/Recharge
(Eteclrlc Start Mowers} _ If4

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GEN ERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

]'he warranty on this lawn mower does not
cover items that have been subjected to

operator abuse or negligence. To receive full
value from the warranty, operator must maintain

mower as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made

periodically to properly maintain your unit,

All adjustments in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manua] should be

checked at least once each season.

* Once a year, replace the spark plug, replace

air filter element and check blade for wear A
new spark plug and clean/new air filter

element assures proper air4uel mixture and

helps your engine run better and last longer.
Follow the maintenance schedub in this

manual

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level

• Check for loose fasteners
LUBRICATION

Keep unit well lubricated (See LUBRICATION

CHART")

IMPORTANT Do not oil or grease plastic
wheel bearings Viscous lubricants will attract

dust and dirt that wilt shorten the life of the seif
lubricating bearings° If you feel they must be

lubricated, use only a dry, powdered graphite
type lubricant sparingly

LUBRICATION CHART

? Wheat

adjusters

Brake spring

Engine oil

(_) Rear (_ Handle bracket

door
hinge mounting pin

(_) SPRAY LUBRICANT

(_) SAE 30 MOTOR OIL REFERTO

ENGINE- CUSTOMER
RESPONSIBILITIES SECTION

10

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL NUMBER 917.388151
SERIAL NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE
HORSEPOWER: 5,0
DISPLACEMENT: 11.5 CU. IN,
GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1o5 QUARTS

UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL TYPE (APFSF/SGISH):

OIL CAPACITY:

SPAR K-PTUG(GAP: _030")

_ARANCE:

SOLID STATE IGNITION

AIR GAP: ,0125 IN.

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 35-40 FT. LBS

The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal attached to the rear of the
lawn mower housing.Record both serial number and date of purchase in space

provided above,

LAWN MOWER

Always observe safety rules when performing
any maintenance_

TIRES

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect
control chemicals which can harm rubber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp
objects and other hazards that may cause

tire damage

BLADE CARE
For best results, mower blade must be kept

sharp. Replace bent or damaged blades.

TO REMOVE BLADE

• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug
and place wire where it cannot come in

contact with spark plug

• Turn lawn mower on its side. Make sure air

filter and carburetor are up.

• Use a wood block between blade and
mower housing to prevent blade from

turning when removing blade bolt.

• Protect your hands wilh gloves and/or wrap

blade with heaw cloth.

• Remove blade bolt by turning counter-

clockwise. Use a 9/16" box or open-end
wrench.

• Remove blade and attaching hardware
(bolt, lock washer and hardened washer).

NOTE; Remove the blade adapter and
check the key inside hub of Made adapter.

The key must be in good condition to work

properly. Replace adapter if damaged°
TO REPLACE BLADE

• Position the blade adapter on the engine
crankshaft, Be sure key in adapter and

keyway in crankshaft are aligned.

° Position blade on the blade adapter

aligning the two (2) holes in the blade with

the raised lugs on the adapter°

• Be sure the trailing edge is up toward the
engine.

° Install the blade bolt with the lock washer

and hardened washer into blade adapter
and crankshafL

• Use block of wood between blade and
lawn mower housing and tighten the blade

bolt, turning clockwise.

• The recommended tightening torque is 35-
40 ff_Ibs.

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat

treated.

11

SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F)
SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F)

20 OZS.
CHAMPION RJIgLM

INTAKE: ,004" - _008"
EXHAUST: ,004" - ,008"

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening
blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is

balanced,
TO SHARPEN BLADE

Care should be taken to keep the blade
balanced,, An unbalanced blade wil! cause

eventual damage to lawn mower or engine.

• The blade can be sharpened with a file or
on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt to
sharpen while on the mower

• To check blade balance, drive a nail into a
beam or wall Leave about one inch of the

straight nail exposed. Place center hole of
blade over the head of the nail. If blade is

balanced, it should remain in a horizontal
position,, If either end of the blade moves

downward, sharpen the heavy end until the
blade is balanced.

GRASS CATCHER

• The grass catcher may be hosed with

water, bul must be dry when used.

. Check your grass catcher often for damage

or deterioration. Through normal use it will

wear. If catcher needs replacing, replace

only with a manufacturer approved
replacement catcher° Give the lawn mower

model number when ordering.

Blade Crank shaft

adaptor ._ .....f__.......... fkeyway

Blade. Key_ _ .,4v

NOTE: Although multi--viscosity oils
(5W30, IOW30 etCo) improve starting in

coldweather, these multi--.viscosityoils

willresultinincreasedoilconsumption

when used above 32°Fo Check your
engine oil level more frequently to avoid

possible engine damage from running low

on oil.

Change the oil after every 25 hours of opera-
tion or at least once a year if the lawn mower

is not used for 25 hours in one year.
Check the crankcase oil leve! before
starting the engine and after each five (5)

hours of continuous use_ Tighten oil plug
securely each time you check the oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to

drain oil, drain fuel tank by running engine

until fuel tank is empty.

• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark
plug and place wire where it cannot

come in contact with spark plug.

• Remove engine oil cap; lay aside on a
clean surface.

- Tip lawn mower on its side as shown
and drain oil into a suitable container.

Rock Iawn mower back and forth to
remove any oil trapped inside of engine°

° Wipe off any spilled oil on lawn mower

and on side of engine.

= Fill engine with oil. Fill only to the "FULL"

line on the dipstick° DO NOT OVER
FILL.

° Replace engine oil cap.
° Reconnect spark plug wire to spark

plug.

LOcKwasner Haraene Blaae shaft

washer Trailing adaptor

edge

ENGINE
LUBRICATION

Use only high quality detergent oil rated

with APt service classification SF, SH or

SG, Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade
according to your expected operating
temperature.

Container

AIR FILTER
Your engine will not run properly and may

be damaged by using a dirty air filter.

Replace the air filter every year, more

often if you mow in very dusty, dirty
conditions. Do not wash air filter.

TO CHANGE AIR FILTER
° Remove the air filter cover by turning

counterclockwise to the stop and pull
away from collar°

° Remove filter from inside of cover,,

° C!ean the inside of the cover and the

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