manual contains important
warnings and information.
READ AND KEEP FOR REFERENCE.
INSTRUCTIONS
Model H.E.L.P
. 1600
First
quality counts.
STAINLESS STEEL FLUID PASSAGES
High
Efficiency Low Pressure
Automatic Air Spray Gun
100 psi (0.7 MPa, 7 bar) Maximum Working Fluid Pressure
100 psi (0.7 MPa, 7 bar) Maximum Working Air Pressure*
65 psi (444 kPa, 4.5 bar) Maximum Operating Air Pressure**
* The
Maximum W
mum air pressure the gun was designed to operate
safely under
orking Air Pressure is the maxi
.
-
Rev. G
Supersedes F
choice when
**
The Maximum Operating Air Pressure is the maxi
mum inlet air pressure allowable to guarantee HVLP
compliance. If input pressures are maintained at or
below 65 psi (444 kPa, 4.5 bar), internal restrictors
will reduce this to 10 psi (70 kPa, 0.7 bar) maximum
air cap pressure.
injury or death if you do not follow the instructions.
WARNING
EQUIPMENT MISUSE HAZARD
INSTRUCTIONS
Equipment
serious injury
D
This equipment is for professional use only
D
Read all instruction manuals, tags, and labels before operating the equipment.
D
Use the equipment only for its intended purpose. If you are uncertain about usage, call your Graco
distributor.
D
Do not alter or modify this equipment. Use only genuine Graco parts and accessories.
D
Check equipment daily
misuse can cause the equipment to rupture, malfunction or start unexpectedly and result in
.
. Repair or replace worn or damaged parts immediately
Caution Symbol
CAUTION
This
symbol alerts you to the possibility of damage to
or destruction of equipment if you do not follow the
instructions.
.
.
D
Use this equipment only in low pressure, air spray systems.
D
Do not exceed the maximum working pressure of the lowest rated system component. This equip
ment has a
D
Route the hoses away from the traffic areas, sharp edges, moving parts, and hot surfaces. Do not
expose Graco hoses to temperatures above 180
D W
ear hearing protection when operating this equipment.
D
Use fluids or solvents that are compatible with equipment wetted parts. See the Technical Data
section of all equipment manuals. Read the fluid and solvent manufacturer’s warnings.
D
Methylene Chloride with formic or propionic acid is not recommended as a flushing or cleaning
solvent with this gun or any other device with nylon or aluminum components as it can damage
these parts.
D
Comply with all applicable local, state and national fire, electrical and other safety regulations.
100 psi (0.7 MPa, 7 bar) maximum working fluid and air pressure
_F (82_
C) or below –40
_F (–40_C).
.
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WARNING
PRESSURIZED EQUIPMENT HAZARD
Spray
from the gun, hose leaks or ruptured components can splash fluid in the eyes or on the skin and
cause serious injury
Do not stop or deflect fluid leaks with your hand, body
Follow the
stop spraying; clean, check or service the equipment; and install or clean fluid nozzles.
Do not point the spray gun at anyone or at any part of the body
T
ighten all fluid connections before operating the equipment.
Check the hoses, tubes and couplings daily
Permanently coupled hoses cannot be repaired; replace the entire hose.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD
Poor
air ventilation, open flames, or sparks can cause a hazardous condition and result in fire or
explosion and serious injury
Provide fresh air ventilation to avoid the buildup of flammable fumes from solvent or the fluid being
sprayed.
Extinguish all open flames or pilot lights in the spray area.
.
Pressure Relief Procedure
.
, glove or rag.
on page 6 when: you are instructed to relieve pressure;
.
. Replace worn, damaged or loose parts immediately
.
Electrically disconnect all equipment in the spray area.
Keep the spray area free of debris, including solvent, rags and gasoline.
Do not turn on or of
Do not smoke in the spray area.
Do not operate a gasoline engine in the spray area.
f any light switch in the spray area while operating or if fumes are present.
TOXIC FLUID HAZARD
Hazardous
skin, inhaled, or swallowed.
Know the specific hazards of the fluid you are using. Read the fluid manufacturer’s warnings.
Store hazardous fluid in an approved container
state and national guidelines.
Dress appropriately for your application. W
and respirator
fluids or toxic fumes can cause serious injury or death if splashed in the eyes or on the
. Dispose of hazardous fluid according to all local,
ear the appropriate protective clothing, gloves, eyewear
.
,
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Installation
H
A
J
G
N
D
C
M
L
K
Fig. 1
The
Model H.E.L.P
. 1600 High Ef
ficiency Low Pres
sure Spray Gun was designed to produce the highest
quality finish with today’
V
.O.C. (volatile organic compound) fluids of tomorrow
s fluids as well as the the Low
This spray gun can spray most coatings or finishes
currently being used for automotive refinish, industrial,
aerospace, marine, wood, plastic and architectural
applications, while easily operating from any paint
delivery system, including pressure pots of any size, or
remote pumps for production line operation.
.
E
B
KEY
A Conveyor
B Fluid
C
D
E
F
G
Line
Air Filter
3-way Air Solenoid V
Cylinder Air Supply Line
Atomizing Air Supply Line
Air Regulators
alve
H
J
K
L Pump
M
N
F
Sensing Device
Automatic Air Spray Gun
Fluid Pressure Regulator
Fluid Supply
Air Shut-of
f V
Ventilate the Spray Booth
WARNING
TOXIC
T
toxic and/or flammable vapors, spray
only in a properly ventilated spray booth.
Do not operate the spray gun unless ventilation fans are operating.
FLUID HAZARD
o prevent hazardous concentrations of
alve
04863
If input air pressures are maintained at or below 65 psi
(444 kPa, 4.5 bar), internal restrictors in the Model
H.E.L.P
. 1600 Spray Gun will reduce the air line pres
sure to 10 psi (70 kPa, 0.7 bar) maximum air cap
pressure, which is required to meet all new regulations.
The illustration shown above is only a guide to the
equipment needed for an automatic spraying system.
For assistance in designing a system to meet your
needs, contact your Graco representative.
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Check and follow all of the national, state and local
codes regarding air exhaust velocity requirements.
Check and follow all local safety and fire codes.
Mount the Gun
Mount
the gun on a 0.50 in. (12 mm) diameter rod
mounting fixture that allows adjustment of the spray
pattern direction and the distance from the workpiece.
Connect the Fluid Line
1. Before
2.
connecting the fluid line (B), blow it out with
air and flush it with solvent. Use solvent which is
compatible with the fluid to be sprayed.
Install a fluid regulator (K) on the fluid line (B) to
control fluid pressure to the gun.
Installation
3.
Connect an atomizing air supply line (F) to the
1/4–18 npsm (R 1/4–19) gun air inlet marked
ATOM.
Install separate air regulators (G) to control atom
4.
izing air and cylinder air
-
.
3.
Connect the fluid line to the 3/8–18 npsm
(R 3/8–19) gun fluid inlet.
Connect the Air Lines
1. Install
2.
an air filter (C) to provide a clean, dry air
supply to the gun. Dirt and moisture in the air line
can af
fect the appearance of your finished work
piece.
Install a normally closed, 3-way air solenoid valve
(D) and air shut-of
supply line (E). Connect an air hose from the air
shut-of
air inlet marked CYL.
f valve to the 1/4–18 npsm (R 1/4–19) gun
f valve (N) in the cylinder air
Recommended Hose Sizes
(General Purpose)
Fluid Hose
Length
-
Needed
0–35 ft.
(0–11 m)
35–100 ft.
(11–30 m)
100–200 ft.
(30–60 m)
IDLength NeededID
3/8 in.
1/2 in.
3/4 in.
Air Hose
0–100 ft.
(0–30 m)
100–200 ft.
(30–60 m)
5/16
in.
3/8 in.
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Operation
Pressure Relief Procedure
WARNING
PRESSURIZED
The system pressure must be manually relieved to
prevent the system from starting or spraying acci
dentally. T
dental spray from the gun, splashing fluid, or
moving parts, follow the
dure
whenever you:
are instructed to relieve the pressure,
stop spraying,
check or service any of the system equipment,
or install or clean the spray nozzle.
1. T
urn of
2. T
rigger the gun into a grounded metal waste
container to relieve system pressures.
Filter the Fluid
Strain
or filter the paint to remove coarse particles and
sediment, then check the viscosity of your fluid. This
gun is best suited for light to medium fluids.
adhesive, latex, maintenance paints, textures,
epoxies, vinyls, high flow high viscosity
Fluid:
Adjusting the Spray Pattern
The
desired pattern, volume of fluid output and degree
of atomization can easily be obtained by regulating the
fan adjustment valve (5) and the fluid adjustment
knob (6). See Fig. 2.
EQUIPMENT HAZARD
o reduce the risk of an injury from acci
Pressure Relief Proce
f the air and fluid supply to the gun.
.
22 to 41 seconds
2.8 V
olatile organic compounds, high-solid
heavy waterborne enamels
(No. 2 Zahn cup). Con
.
-
-
-
prim
NOTE:
Accessories.
Adjust the Pattern Size
T
urn the fan adjustment valve (5) out (counterclock
wise) to make the spray pattern wider
NOTE:
10 to 1
flow and 10 in. (254 mm) target distance with 65 psi
(444 kPa, 4.5 bar) inlet air pressure. (Measurements
taken using a 23 sec. zahn #2 viscosity fluid.) The
pattern length will vary with the fluid flow
fluid viscosity
Adjust the Fluid Output Volume
T
urn the fluid adjustment knob (6) out all the way
(counterclockwise). Then adjust the air pressure at the
pressure feed tank until the desired fluid flow is ob
tained. For the final adjustment, turn the fluid adjust
ment knob in (clockwise) to reduce the volume of fluid
output and obtain the desired results.
NOTE:
way
T
est Spray Pattern
Hold the gun about 6 to 8 inches (150 to 200 mm)
away from the surface of the test piece. Adjust the air
pressure to the gun until proper atomization is
achieved. Use the lowest possible air pressure to
obtain the desired results.
-
-
Continuous Spraying
Leave the fan and fluid adjustment valves in the full
open positions. This provides maximum fluid flow and
prevents premature wear on the fluid nozzle. Use
separate regulators to control the air and fluid flow to
the gun.
Short-term Operations
The pattern size may be reduced by turning in the fan
and fluid adjustment valves.
A Remote Fan V
The pattern width at the widest adjustment is
1 in. (254 to 279 mm) at 350 grams/min. fluid
, and other factors.
If the fluid adjustment knob is turned in all the
, the gun will emit only air
alve Kit is available. See
.
, air pressure,
.
-
-
-
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Operation
Spray Pattern Direction
WARNING
PRESSURIZED EQUIPMENT HAZARD
T
o reduce the risk of serious injury
are instructed to relieve pressure, follow the
sure Relief Procedure
The direction of the spray pattern is determined by the
position of the air cap (3). The horns of the air cap
should be the opposite direction (horizontal or vertical)
of the desired direction of the spray pattern. T
the spray pattern direction, first
Then loosen and turn the air cap to the desired posi
tion and hand tighten the air cap securely
Proper pattern adjustment will give a spray pattern
shaped like this:
on page 6.
, whenever you
Pres
-
o change
relieve the pressure
.
-
5
3
.
Fig. 2
6
To Operate the Gun
Adjust
the system’s sensing device so the gun starts
spraying just before meeting the workpiece and stops
as the workpiece has passed.
Air and Fluid Pressure
The gun requires 71 psi (487 kPa, 4.9 bar) air
pressure to the cylinder to ensure full actuation.
Vertical Pattern
See
the
Troubleshooting Chart
solution of improper spray patterns.
Horizontal Pattern
for the cause and
The atomizing air pressure must be set at or below
65 psi (444 kPa, 4.5 bar) for compliant operation.
The fluid pressure normally does not exceed 15 psi
(104 kPa, 1.0 bar).
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CAUTION
Maintenance
3.
Wipe the outside of the gun clean with a solvent
dampened cloth.
Methylene Chloride with formic or propionic acid is
not
recommended as a flushing or cleaning solvent
with this gun or any other device with nylon or alumi
num components, as it can damage these parts.
CAUTION
T
o ensure thorough flushing and to avoid gun dam
age, only use solvents that are compatible with the
fluid being sprayed and the wetted parts of the gun.
T
o avoid getting solvent in the gun air passages and
damaging packings, do not immerse the gun in
solvent.
Cleaning
WARNING
PRESSURIZED EQUIPMENT HAZARD
T
o reduce the risk of serious injury
are instructed to relieve pressure, follow the
sure Relief Procedure
on page 6.
, whenever you
Pres
4.
If the air cap and fluid nozzle need cleaning,
-
-
relieve the pressure
from the gun. Remove the fluid nozzle with the
special nozzle wrench (21), supplied. Soak the
fluid nozzle in solvent and wipe it with a clean
cloth. Soak the air cap in solvent and scrub it with
a fine bristled brush (20). T
air cap, use a toothpick or other soft implement to
avoid damaging critical surfaces.
NOTE:
applications require more frequent cleaning.
NOTE:
buildup on the fluid needle. See Fig. 3, page 13.
Clean the air cap and fluid nozzle daily
The shield (24) helps to minimize over-spray
, and remove the air cap (3)
o clean the holes in the
. Some
CAUTION
Do not use metal instruments to clean holes in the
air cap and nozzle. Metal instruments can damage
-
the holes in the air cap and fluid nozzle, resulting in
distortion of the spray pattern.
1. T
o clean the gun, flush it with a compatible solvent
until all traces of paint are removed from the gun
passages.
2.
Relieve the pressure.
Lubrication
Lubricate the exposed portion of the fluid needle (1)
daily with Graco TSL or light oil. See Fig. 3, page 13.
Periodically lubricate the needle spring (7) and cylinder
with lightweight grease or petroleum jelly
.
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Notes
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Troubleshooting
WARNING
PRESSURIZED EQUIPMENT HAZARD
T
o reduce the risk of serious injury
Pressure Relief Procedure
check or service any system equipment and when
ever you are instructed to relieve pressure.
, follow the
on page 6 before you
NOTE:
Check all possible causes and solutions in the
Troubleshooting Chart
before disassembling the
gun.
Some improper patterns are caused by the
-
improper balance between air and fluid.
Problem:
Improper Spray Pattern
Fluttering or spitting spray
CauseSolution
Insufficient
Loose fluid nozzle or damaged fluid
nozzle taper seat.
Dirt between fluid nozzle, taper seat,
and body
Loose or cracked fluid inlet fitting (20).
Loose fluid tube in cup or tank.
Dry or worn fluid needle packing or
loose
fluid passage (siphon feed).
Fluid build-up on air cap; partially
clogged horn holes. Full air pressure
from clean horn hole forces fan pattern
toward clogged end.
Damaged fluid nozzle or air cap holes.
Fluid build-up on the perimeter of fluid
nozzle orifice, or partially clogged fluid
nozzle orifice.
T
oo high atomization air pressure.
fluid supply
.
packing nut permits air to get into
.
Adjust fluid regulator or fill fluid supply
ighten fluid nozzle or replace fluid
T
nozzle and needle.
Clean.
T
ighten or replace fitting.
Tighten.
Lubricate or replace packings (10);
tighten packing nut (9).
Clean
with soft
in
suitable solvent and wipe clean.
Replace damaged part.
Remove
hard
instruments.
Reduce air pressure or adjust fan ad
justment valve (5).
implement or submerge
obstruction. Never
use wire or
.
-
Fluid too thin.
Not enough fluid pressure.
Low atomization air pressure.
Fluid too thick.
T
Streaks
Last coat of fluid applied too wet.
T
Insuf
Non-uniform spray pattern.
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oo much fluid.
oo much air pressure.
ficient air pressure.
Regulate fluid viscosity
Increase fluid pressure.
Increase air pressure or adjust fan ad
justment valve (5).
Regulate fluid viscosity
Reduce fluid pressure.
Adjust fluid adjustment knob (6) until
proper pattern is obtained.
Apply drier finish with multiple strokes.
Use lowest air pressure necessary.
Increase air pressure.
Clean or replace air cap.
.
.
-
ProblemCauseSolution
Fluid
packing nut leaking.
Air leakage from front of gun.
Fluid leakage from front of gun.
Troubleshooting
Loose needle packing nut (9).
W
orn needle packings (10).
Air valve (12, 13) not seating properly
Needle (1) worn or damaged.
W
orn needle and nozzle seat in fluid
nozzle (2).
Needle packings (10) too tight.
.Clean, service.
Tighten.
Replace.
Replace.
Replace fluid nozzle and needle.
Lubricate packings (10) and adjust
packing nut (9).
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1
1
Service
WARNING
PRESSURIZED EQUIPMENT HAZARD
T
o reduce the risk of serious injury
Pressure Relief Procedure
check or service any system equipment and when
ever you are instructed to relieve pressure.
Air and Fluid Fitting Replacement
When
replacing the fluid fitting (4a), be sure to reinstall
the gasket and washer included with the fitting (gasket
and washer are not sold separately). Apply Loctite
242 sealant or equivalent on the fluid fitting threads
and torque the fitting to 20 ft-lb (27 N
When replacing the air fitting(s) (4b), apply Loctite
PST pipe sealant or equivalent on the threads before
installing the new fitting.
Piston Service
When
the air valve is closed, only a small, almost
imperceptible, amount of air should pass around the air
valve. If an excessive amount of air is passing through
the air valve, service the valve as instructed below;
refer to Fig. 3.
1.
Relieve the pressure.
, follow the
on page 6 before you
-
r
Sm).
r
Fluid Packing Replacement
If
fluid leakage cannot be stopped by tightening the
packing nuts (9), replace the fluid packings (10, 16).
Service as instructed below; refer to Fig. 3.
1.
Relieve the pressure.
2.
Unscrew and remove the fluid needle guide (8).
3.
Carefully pull the fluid needle (1) out of the piston
(12).
4.
Unscrew the packing nuts (9) and remove the
packings (10, 16); use a pick if needed. Remove
the shield (24).
5.
Clean and inspect the fluid needle (1); replace the
needle if damaged or worn.
6.
Reinstall the fluid needle (1) through the piston
(12) and the rear packing cavity
7.
Slide the four front packings (10) onto the fluid
needle in the order shown in
and push the packings into the gun cavity
the needle and thread in the front packing nut (9).
8.
Slide the rear packings (16) onto the fluid needle;
Orientate the packings as shown in
Detail 16
cavity
and push the packings into the gun
. Thread in the rear packing nut (9).
.
Packing Detail 10
. Pull out
Packing
2.
Unscrew and remove the fluid needle guide (8).
3.
Carefully pull the fluid needle (1) out of the piston
(12).
4.
Clean and inspect the fluid needle (1), spring (7),
piston (12), and piston packings (13, 15) for dam
age or wear
5.
Apply a few drops of lightweight machine oil to the
fluid needle and reassemble the parts.
. Replace if needed.
9.
Slide the fluid needle (1) into the front fluid packing
cavity.
10.
Push the fluid needle (1) and piston (12) fully
forward.
11.
Screw in both packing nuts (9) until the packings
-
(10, 16) are fully compressed, then back of
nuts until the fluid needle moves freely
shield (24).
NOTE:
daily as explained in
For the best fluid packing life, lubricate the gun
readings were taken with the gun controls fully open with an air inlet pressure of 80 psi (550 kPa, 5.5 bar).
Sound pressure was tested to CAGI-PNUEROP – 1969. Sound power was tested to ISO 3744 – 1981.
r
18
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Air
Flow Charts
T
16
14
12
10
8
6
AIR FLOW (scfm)
4
2
0
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65
otal Air Flow (scfm)
Gun Inlet Pressure (psi)
Reduced
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
PRESSURE AT FRONT OF GUN (psi)
0
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65
Air Pressure Range at Front of Gun
Maximum
Minimum Range
Range
Gun
Inlet Pressure (psi)
308–044 19
The
Graco
warrants all equipment listed in this manual which is manufactured by Graco and bearing its name to be free from defects in
material
any
replace
operated
This
faulty installation, misapplication, abrasion, corrosion, inadequate or improper maintenance, negligence, accident, tampering, or
substitution
Graco
installation,
This
verification
equipment
in
transportation.
Graco’s
remedy (including, but not limited to, incidental or consequential damages for lost
other incidental or consequential loss) shall be available. Any action for breach of warranty must be brought within two
date
GRACO
A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IN CONNECTION WITH ACCESSORIES, EQUIPMENT
NOT MANUFACTURED BY GRACO. These items sold, but not manufactured by Graco (such as electric motors, gas engines,
switches,
in
and workmanship on the date of sale by an authorized Graco distributor to the original purchaser for use. With the exception
special extended or limited warranty published by Graco, Graco will,
any part of the equipment determined by Graco to be defective. This warranty applies only when the
and maintained in accordance with Graco’
warranty does not cover
of non-Graco component parts. Nor shall Graco be liable for malfunction, damage or wear caused by the incompatibility of
equipment with structures, accessories, equipment or materials not supplied by Graco, or the
operation or maintenance or structures, accessories, equipment or materials not supplied by Graco.
warranty is conditioned upon the prepaid return of the equipment claimed to be defective to an authorized Graco distributor for
of the claimed defect. If the claimed defect is verified, Graco will repair or replace free of charge any defective parts. The
will be returned to the original purchaser transportation prepaid. If inspection of the equipment does not disclose any defect
material or
of sale.
making any claim for breach of these warranties.
workmanship, repairs will be made at a reasonable charge, which charges may include the costs of parts, labor
sole obligation and buyer’s sole remedy for any breach of warranty shall be as set forth above.
MAKES NO W
hose, etc.), are subject to the warranty
Graco Warranty and Disclaimers
for a period of twelve months from the date of sale, repair or
equipment is installed,
s written recommendations.
, and Graco shall not be liable
ARRANTY
, AND DISCLAIMS ALL
, if any
for general wear and tear
IMPLIED W
, of their manufacturer
ARRANTIES OF MERCHANT
, or any malfunction, damage or wear caused by
improper design, manufacture,
The buyer agrees that no other
profits,
lost sales, injury to person or property
(2)
ABILITY AND FITNESS FOR
, MA
TERIALS OR COMPONENTS SOLD BUT
. Graco will provide purchaser with reasonable assistance
, and
, or any
years of the
of
LIMITATION
In
no event will Graco be liable for indirect, incidental, special or consequential damages resulting from Graco supplying equipment
hereunder,
breach
FOR
GRACO CANADA CUST
The
parties acknowledge that they have required that the present document, as well as all documents, notices and legal proceedings
entered into, given or instituted pursuant hereto or relating directly or indirectly hereto, be drawn up in English. Les parties
reconnaissent
judiciaires
The
manual was revised to make corrections to Fig. 3
and the parts drawings.
OF LIABILITY
or the furnishing, performance, or use of any products or other goods sold hereto, whether due to a breach of contract,
of warranty
exécutés, donnés ou intentés à la suite de ou en rapport, directement ou indirectement, avec les procédures concernées.
Manual
, the negligence of Graco, or otherwise.
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avoir convenu que la rédaction du présente document sera en Anglais,
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PLACE AN ORDER
tor
, or call this number to identify the distributor closest
to you:
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Phone
Number
, contact your Graco distribu
1–800–367–4023 T
oll Free
-
All
written and visual data contained in this document reflects the latest product information available at the time of publication.
Graco reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.
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308–044 May 1990, Revised March 1997
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