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Operating Instructions
HOB
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English,1
G640N
G640T
G640W
G640X
G640SN
G640ST
G640SW
G640SX
Contents
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Installation, 2-5
Positioning
Gas connection
Data plate
Burner and nozzle specifications
Electrical connection, 6
Description of the appliance, 7
Overall view
Start-up and use, 8
Practical advice on using the burners
Precautions and tips, 9
General safety
Disposal
Recycling & Disposal Information
Maintenance and care, 10
Switching the appliance off
Cleaning the appliance
Gas tap maintenance
Troubleshooting, 11
After Sales Service, 12
Guarantee, 13
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Installation
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Examples of ventilation holes
for comburant air.
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Before operating your new appliance please read this
instruction booklet carefully. It contains important information
for safe use, installation and care of the appliance.
Please keep these operating instructions for future
reference. Pass them on to possible new owners of the
appliance.
Positioning
Keep packaging material out of the reach of children. It
can become a choking or suffocation hazard (see
Precautions and tips).
The appliance must be installed by a qualified professional
according to the instructions provided. Incorrect installation
may cause harm to people and animals or may damage
property.
This unit may be installed and used only in permanently
ventilated rooms in accordance with British Standard Codes
Of Practice: B.S. 6172 / B.S. 5440, Par. 2 and B.S. 6891
Current Editions. The following requirements must be
observed:
The room must be equipped with an air extraction system
that expels any combustion fumes. This may consist of a
hood or an electric fan that automatically starts each time
the appliance is switched on.
also be equipped with vents to allow gas to escape in the
event of a leak. As a result LPG cylinders, whether
partially or completely full, must not be installed or stored
in rooms or storage areas that are below ground level
(cellars, etc.). It is advisable to keep only the cylinder
being used in the room, positioned so that it is not
subject to heat produced by external sources (ovens,
fireplaces, stoves, etc. ) which could raise the
temperature of the cylinder above 50°C.
Fitting the appliance
Gas and mixed hobs are manufactured with type X degree
protection against overheating. The following precautions
must be taken when installing the hob:
Kitchen cabinets adjacent to the appliance and taller
than the top of the hob must be at least 600 mm from the
edge of the hob.
Hoods must be installed according to their relative
installation instruction manuals and at a minimum
distance of 650 mm from the hob.
Place the wall cabinets adjacent to the hood at a
minimum height of 420 mm from the hob (see figure).
If the hob is installed beneath a
wall cabinet, the latter must be
600mm min.
situated at a minimum of 700 mm
above the hob (see figure).
700mm min.
540mm min.
In a chimney stack or branched flue.
(exclusively for cooking appliances)
Directly to
the Outside
The room must also allow proper air circulation, as air is
needed for combustion to occur normally. The flow of air
must not be less than 2 m
3
/h per kW of installed power.
The air circulation system may
take air directly from the outside
by means of a pipe with an inner
cross section of at least 100 cm
the opening must not be
vulnerable to any type of
blockages.
Adjacent
Room
Room to be
Vented
The system can also provide the
air needed for combustion
indirectly, i.e. from adjacent rooms
fitted with air circulation tubes as
described above. However, these
Enlarging the ventilation slot
between window and floor.
rooms must not be communal
rooms, bedrooms or rooms that
may present a fire hazard.
Liquid petroleum gas sinks to the floor as it is heavier
than air. Therefore, rooms containing LPG cylinders must
The installation cavity should have the dimensions
indicated in the figure.
Fastening hooks are provided, allowing you to fasten the
hob to tops that are between 20 and 40 mm thick. To
ensure the hob is securely fastened to the top, we
recommend you use all the hooks provided.
555 mm
2
;
55 mm
475 mm
Hook fastening diagram
30
Hooking position Hooking position
for top H=20 mm for top H=30 mm
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Front
40
Hooking position Back
for top H=40 mm
Use the hooks contained in the accessory pack
Where the hob is not installed over a built-in oven, a
wooden panel must be installed as insulation. This must
be placed at a minimum distance of 20 mm from the
lower part of the hob.
Ventilation
To ensure adequate ventilation, the back panel of the
cabinet must be removed. It is advisable to install the oven
so that it rests on two strips of wood, or on a completely flat
surface with an opening of at least 45 x 560 mm (see
diagrams).
with the values indicated in Table 1 (Burner and nozzle
specifications). This will ensure the safe operation and
longevity of your appliance while maintaining efficient
energy consumption.
Connection with a rigid pipe (copper or steel)
Connection to the gas system must be carried out in such
a way as not to place any strain of any kind on the
appliance.
There is an adjustable L-shaped pipe fitting on the
appliance supply ramp and this is fitted with a seal in order
to prevent leaks. The seal must always be replaced after
rotating the pipe fitting (seal provided with appliance). The
gas supply pipe fitting is a threaded 1/2 gas cylindrical male
attachment.
Connecting a flexible jointless stainless steel pipe to a
threaded attachment
The gas supply pipe fitting is a threaded 1/2 gas cylindrical
male attachment.
These pipes must be installed so that they are never longer
than 2000 mm when fully extended. Once connection has
been carried out, make sure that the flexible metal pipe
does not touch any moving parts and is not compressed.
Only use pipes and seals that comply with current national
regulations.
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45 m
.
m
m
0
6
5
m
.
Where a hob is installed above an oven without a
forced ventilation cooling system, adequate ventilation
must be provided inside the cabinet by means of air
holes through which air can pass (see figure).
Gas connection
The appliance should be connected to the main gas supply
or to a gas cylinder in compliance with current national
regulations. Before carrying out the connection, make sure
the cooker is compatible with the gas supply you wish to
use. If this is not the case, follow the instructions indicated in
the paragraph Adapting to different types of gas.
When using liquid gas from a cylinder, install a pressure
regulator which complies with current national regulations.
Check that the pressure of the gas supply is consistent
Checking the tightness of the connection
When the installation process is complete, check the pipe
fittings for leaks using a soapy solution. Never use a flame.
Adapting to different types of gas
To adapt the hob to a different type of gas other than default
type (indicated on the rating plate at the base of the hob or
on the packaging), the burner nozzles should be replaced
as follows:
1. Remove the hob grids and slide the burners off their
seats.
2. Unscrew the nozzles using a 7 mm socket spanner, and
replace them with nozzles for the new type of gas (see
table 1 Burner and nozzle characteristics).
3. Reassemble the parts following the above procedure in
the reverse order.
4. Once this procedure is finished, replace the old rating
sticker with one indicating the new type of gas used.
Sticker are available from any of our Service Centres.
Adjusting the burners primary air :
Does not require adjusting.
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Setting the burners to minimum:
1. Turn the tap to the low flame position.
2. Remove the knob and adjust
the adjustment screw, which is
positioned in or next to the tap pin,
until the flame is small but steady.
3. Having adjusted the flame to the required low setting,
while the burner is alight, quickly change the position of
the knob from minimum to maximum and vice versa
several times, checking that the flame does not go out.
4. Some appliances have a safety device (thermocouple)
fitted. If the device fails to work when the burners are set
to the low flame setting, increase this low flame setting
using the adjusting screw.
5. Once the adjustment has been made, replace the seals
on the by-passes using sealing wax or a similar
substance.
If the appliance is connected to liquid gas, the regulation
screw must be fastened as tightly as possible.
Once this procedure is finished, replace the old rating
sticker with one indicating the new type of gas used.
Stickers are available from any of our Service Centres.
Should the gas pressure used be different (or vary slightly)
from the recommended pressure, a suitable pressure
regulator must be fitted to the inlet pipe (in order to comply
with current national regulations).
DATA PLATE
Electrical
connections
voltage of 220-240V ~ 50/60Hz
(see data plate )
This appliance conforms to the
following European Economic
Community directives:
-2006/95/EEC dated 12/12/06
(Low Voltage) and subsequent
amendments
- 89/336/EEC dated 03/05/89
(Electromagnetic Compatibility)
and subsequent amendments
- 93/68/EEC dated 22/07/93 and
subsequent amendments.
- 90/336/EEC dated 29/06/90
(Gas) and subsequent
amendments.
- 2002/96/EC
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Burner and nozzle specifications
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Table 1
Burner Diameter
(mm)
Thermal power
kW (p.c.s.*)
By-Pass
1/100
Liquid Gas Natural Gas
Nozzle
1/100
Flow*
g/h
Nozzle
1/100
Flow*
l/h
Nomin. Ridot. (mm) (mm) *** ** (mm)
Fast (R) 100 3,00 0,70 41 86 218 214 116 286
Semi Fast (S) 75 1,90 0,40 30 70 138 136 106 181
Auxiliary (A) 55 1,00 0,40 30 50 73 71 79 95
Supply
Pressures
* At 15°C and 1013 mbar - dry gas
** Propane P.C.S. = 50.37 MJ/Kg
*** Butane P.C.S. = 49.47 MJ/Kg
Natural P.C.S. = 37.78 MJ/m
SS
Nominal (mbar)
Minimum (mbar)
Maximum (mbar)
3
28-30
20
35
37
25
45
20
17
25
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G640T G640ST
G640W G640SW
G640X G640SX
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Electrical Connection
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THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
The hob is designed to work with alternating current,
the supply voltage and frequency indicated on the
rating plate (situated under the hob). Make sure that
the local supply voltage corresponds to the voltage
indicated on the rating plate.
Connecting the supply cable to the mains
electricity supply
For models supplied without a plug, fit a standard
plug suitable for the load indicated on the rating plate,
onto a cable and connect to a suitable socket. To
connect direct to the mains supply, a double pole
switch with a contact separation of at least 3mm
suitable for the load and complying with current
standards and regulations must be fitted between the
appliance and the mains supply outlet.
The green-yellow earth wire must not be interrupted
by the switch.
The supply cable must be positioned so that no part of
it reaches a temperature of 50°C above room
temperature. For installation above a built-under oven,
the hob and the oven must be connected separately
to the electricity supply, both for safetly reasons and
for easy removal of the oven for repair, maintenance
etc.
DO NOT use adapters as they could cause
overheating or burning.
Before connecting to the power supply, make sure
that:
the limiter switch and the domestic system can
withstand the load from the appliance (see rating
plate).
the supply system is efficiently earthed according
to standards and laws in force.
the socket or double-pole switch are easily
accessible when the appliance is installed.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Green & Yellow - Earth
Blue - Neutral
Brown - Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead may not
correspond with the coloured markings identifying the
terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
Connect the Green & Yellow wire to terminal marked
E or
Connect the Brown wire to the terminal marked L or
coloured Red or Brown.
Connect the Blue wire to the terminal marked N or
coloured Black or Blue.
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE ACCIDENT-PREVENTION
REGULATIONS RELIEVES THE MANUFACTURER OF
ALL LIABILITY.
Replacing the cable
Use a rubber cable of the type H05RR-F with a
suitable cross section 3 x 0.75 mm².
The yellow-green earth wire must be 2-3 cm longer
than the other wires.
or coloured Green or Green & Yellow.
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Description of the
appliance
Overall view
Support Grid for
COOKWARE
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GAS BURNERS
Control Knobs for
GAS BURNERS
SAFETY
DEVICES *
GAS BURNERS differ in size and power. Use the
diameter of the cookware to choose the most
appropriate burner to cook with.
Control Knobs for GAS BURNERS adjust the
power or the size of the flame.
Ignition for
GAS BURNERS *
GAS BURNER ignition* enables a specific burner
to be lit automatically.
SAFETY DEVICE* stops the gas flow if the flame
is accidentally extinguished.
Only available on certain models.
*
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Start-up and use
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The position of the corresponding gas burner or
electric hotplate* is shown on every knob.
Gas burners
Each burner can be adjusted to one of the following
settings using the corresponding control knob:
Off
Maximum
Minimum
To turn on one of the burners, place a lighted match or
lighter near the burner, press the knob all the way in
and turn it anti-clockwise to the "High" setting.
To light a burner, simply press the corresponding
knob all the way in and then turn it anti-clockwise to
the "High" setting, keeping it pressed in until the
burner lights.
If a flame is accidentally extinguished, turn off the
control knob and wait for at least 1 minute before
trying to relight it.
To switch off the burner, turn the knob in a clockwise
direction until it stops (when reaches the position).
Practical advice on using the burners
To ensure the burners operate efficiently:
Use appropriate cookware for each burner (see
table) so that the flames do not extend beyond the
bottom of the cookware.
Always use cookware with a flat base and a cover.
When the contents of the pan reach boiling point,
turn the knob to minimum.
Burner ø Cookware diameter (cm)
Fast (R) 24 - 26
Semi Fast (S) 16 - 20
Auxiliary (A) 10 - 14
To identify the type of burner, refer to the designs in
the section entitled, "Burner and Nozzle
Specifications".
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Precautions and tips
This appliance has been designed and manufactured in
compliance with international safety standards. The following
warnings are provided for safety reasons and must be read carefully.
General safety
This is a class 3 built-in appliance.
Gas appliances require regular air exchange to
maintain efficient operation. When installing the
hob, follow the instructions provided in the
paragraph on Positioning t
These instructions are only valid for the
countries whose symbols appear in the manual
and on the serial number plate.
The appliance was designed for domestic use inside the home
and is not intended for commercial or industrial use.
The appliance must not be installed outdoors, even in covered
areas. It is extremely dangerous to leave the appliance exposed to
rain and storms.
Do not touch the appliance with bare feet or with wet or damp
hands and feet.
The appliance must be used by adults only, to cook food
according to the instructions in this manual.
Ensure that the power supply cables of other electrical appliances
do not come into contact with the hot parts of the oven.
The openings used for ventilation and dispersion of heat must
never be covered.
Always make sure the knobs are in the l/
appliance is not in use.
When unplugging the appliance always pull the plug from the mains
socket, do not pull on the cable.
Never carry out any cleaning or maintenance work without having
detached the plug from the mains.
In case of malfunction, under no circumstances should you
attempt to repair the appliance yourself. Repairs carried out by
inexperienced persons may cause injury or further malfunctioning
of the appliance. Contact a Service Centre (see Assistance).
Always make sure that pan handles are turned towards the centre
of the hob in order to avoid accidental burns.
he appliance.
¡ position when the
Do not close the glass cover (if present) when the gas burners or
electric hotplates are still hot.
Do not use unstable or deformed pans.
Do not let children play with the appliance.
The appliance should not be operated by people (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capacities, by
inexperienced individuals or by anyone who is not familiar with the
product. These individuals should, at the very least, be supervised
by someone who assumes responsibility for their safety or receive
preliminary instructions relating to the operation of the appliance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION: Please
note that this product is not fitted with a flame
supervision device. It is NOT suitable for fitting
or use in high rise flats or
you are in any doubt please contact a CORGI
registered gas engineer for advice.
multiple dwellings. If
Disposal
When disposing of packaging material: observe local legislation so
that the packaging may be reused.
The European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment (WEEE), requires that old household
electrical appliances must not be disposed of in the normal
unsorted municipal waste stream. Old appliances must be
collected separately in order to optimise the recovery and
recycling of the materials they contain and reduce the impact on
human health and the environment. The crossed out wheeled
bin symbol on the product reminds you of your obligation, that
when you dispose of the appliance it must be separately
collected.
Consumers may take their old appliance to public waste collection
areas, other communal collection areas, or if national legislation
allows return it to a retailer when purchasing a similar new product.
All major household appliance manufacturers are active in the
creation of systems to manage the collection and disposal of old
appliances.
Recycling & Disposal Information
As part of Hotpoint's continued commitment to helping the
environment, Hotpoint reserves the right to use quality recycled
components to keep down customer costs and minimise material
wastage.
Please dispose of packaging and old appliances carefully.
To minimise risk of injury to children, remove the door, plug and cut
mains cable off flush with the appliance. Dispose of these parts
separately to ensure that the appliance can no longer be plugged
into a mains socket, and the door cannot be locked shut.
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Maintenance and care
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Switching the appliance off
Disconnect your appliance from the electricity supply
before carrying out any work on it.
Cleaning the appliance
Do not use abrasive or corrosive detergents such as
stain removers, anti-rust products, powder detergents
or sponges with abrasive surfaces: these may scratch
the surface beyond repair.
Never use steam cleaners or pressure cleaners on
the appliance.
It is usually enough to wash the hob with a damp
sponge and dry it with absorbent kitchen roll.
The removable parts of the burners should be
washed frequently with warm water and soap and
any burnt-on substances removed.
For hobs which ligth automatically, the terminal part
of the electronic instant lighting devices should be
cleaned frequently and the gas outlet holes should
be checked for blockages.
Gas tap maintenance
Over time, the taps may become jammed or difficult to
turn. If this happens, the tap must be replaced.
This procedure must be performed by a qualified
technician authorised by the manufacturer.
Stainless steel can be marked by hard water that
has been left on the surface for a long time, or by
aggressive detergents containing phosphorus.
After cleaning, rinse and dry any remaining drops
of water.
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Troubleshooting
It may happen that the appliance does not function properly or at all. Before calling the service centre for
assistance, check if anything can be done. First, check to see that there are no interruptions in the gas and
electrical supplies, and, in particular, that the gas valves for the mains are open.
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Problem
The burner does not light or the flame is not
even around the burner.
The flame dies in models with a safety device.
The burner does not remain
minimum.
The cookware is unstable.
If, despite all these checks, the hob does not function properly and the problem persists, call the nearest Customer
Service Centre. Please have the following information handy:
The appliance model (Mod.).
The serial number (S/N).
This information can be found on the data plate located on the appliance and/or on the packaging.
lit when set to
Possible causes/Solution
The gas holes on the burner are clogged.
All the movable parts that make up the burner are
mounted correctly.
There are draughts near the appliance.
You pressed the knob all the way in.
You keep the knob pressed in long enough to activate the
safety device.
The gas holes are not blocked in the area corresponding
to the safety device.
The gas holes are not blocked.
There are no draughts near the appliance.
The minimum setting has been adjusted properly.
The bottom of the cookware is perfectly flat.
The cookware is positioned correctly at the centre of the
burner.
The pan support grids have been positioned correctly.
Never use unauthorised technicians and never accept replacement parts which are not original.
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After Sales Service
No one is better placed to care for your Hotpoint appliance during the course of its working life than
us - the manufacturer.
Essential Contact Information
Hotpoint Service
We are the largest service team in Europe offering you access to 400 skilled telephone advisors and
1100 fully qualified engineers on call to ensure you receive fast, reliable, local service.
UK: 08709 066 066
Republic of Ireland: 0818 313 413
www.hotpointservice.co.uk
Please note: Our advisors will require the following information:
Model number:
Serial number:
Parts and Accessories
We supply a full range of genuine replacement parts as well as accessory products that protect and
hygienically clean your appliance to keep it looking good and functioning efficiently throughout its life.
UK: 08709 077 077
Republic of
www.hotpointservice.co.uk
Appliance Registration
We want to give you additional benefits of Hotpoint ownership. To activate your free 5 year parts
guarantee you must register your appliance with us.
Republic of Ireland: 01 230 0800
www.hotpointservice.co.uk
Indesit Company UK Ltd. Morley Way, Peterborough, PE2 9JB
Indesit Company Unit 49 Airways Industrial Estate,Dublin 17
Ireland: 0818 313 413
UK: 0870 6092094
Recycling & Disposal Information
As part of Hotpoint's continued commitment to helping the environment, Hotpoint reserves the right to use
quality, recycled components to keep down customer costs and minimise material wastage.
Please dispose of packaging and old appliances carefully. To minimise the risk of injury to children,
remove the door, plug and cut the mains
separately to ensure that the appliance can no longer be plugged into a mains socket, and the door
cannot be locked shut.
cable off flush with the appliance. Dispose of these parts
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Guarantee
12 Months Parts and Labour Guarantee
Your appliance has the benefit of our manufacturers guarantee, which covers the cost of breakdown
repairs for twelve months from the date of purchase.
This gives you the reassurance that if, within that time, your appliance is proven to be defective
because of either workmanship or
This guarantee is subject to the following conditions:
- The appliance has been installed and operated correctly and in accordance with our
operating and maintenance instructions.
- The appliance is used only on the electricity or gas
- The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes only.
- The appliance has not been altered, serviced, maintained, dismantled, or otherwise
interfered with by any person not authorised by us.
- Any repair work must be undertaken by us or our appointed agent.
- Any parts removed
- The appliance is used in the United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland.
The guarantee does not cover:
during repair work or any appliance that is replaced become our property.
materials, we will, at our discretion, either repair or replace the
appliance at no cost to you.
supply printed on the rating plate.
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- Damage resulting from transportation, improper use, neglect or interference or as a result
of improper installation.
- Replacement of any consumable item or
cables, batteries, light bulbs, fluorescent tubes and starters, covers and filters.
- Replacement of any removable parts made of glass or plastic.
THIS GUARANTEE WILL NOT APPLY IF THE APPLIANCE HAS BEEN USED IN COMMERCIAL
OR NON-DOMESTIC PREMISES.
5 Year Parts
Hotpoint also offers you a free 5 year parts guarantee. This additional guarantee is conditional on you
registering your appliance with us and the parts being fitted by one of our authorised engineers.
There will be a charge for our engineer's time. To activate the extra parts warranty on your appliance,
simply call our registration line on 0870 6092094 (ROI 01 230 0800).
Extended Guarantees
We offer a selection of repair protection plans that enable you to fully cover yourself against the
expense of repair bills for the life of your policy. To find the ideal plan for you please call our advice
line on 08709 088 088 (ROI 01 230 0233).
Free Helpdesk Service
accessory . These include but are not limited to: plugs,
Guarantee
We have a dedicated team who can provide free advice and assistance with your appliance if you
experience any technical difficulties within the first 90 days of ownership. Simply call our Hotpoint
Service Hotline on 08709 066 066 (ROI 0818
to arrange for an engineer to call. If we cannot resolve the technical problem we will replace your
machine or, if you prefer, give you your money back.
313 413) for telephone assistance, or, where necessary,
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Notes
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Notes
04/2008 - 195036400.05
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