Kenmore 116.30612 User Manual [en, es]
Owner’s Manual
Manual Del Propietario
Kenmore
Vacuum Cleaner
Aspiradora
Model, Modelo
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
safety and operating
instructions before first
use of this product.
116.30612
116.31412
116.31512
116.31612
116.31612A
116.31613
116.32612
116.32613
116.33612
116.33613
116.34612
116.34613
CUIDADO:
Lea y sigue todas las
instrucciones de operación
y seguridad antes del uso de
este producto.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.sears.com
Part No. C01ZBEP90U00-8191538
Printed in Mexico
Impreso en Mexico
Before Using Your New Vacuum
Kenmore Vacuum Cleaner Warranty
Important Safety Instructions
Parts and Features..................................4
Assembly Instructions
Operating Instructions
Pile Height Selection and Setting
Carpet/Bare Floor Selector ................7
Releasing the Handle
ON/OFF Switch ..............................8
Attachments
Attachment Use Chart.....................10
Vacuuming Tips
Performance Features.................11-12
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Vacuum Cleaner Care
Vacuum Storage
Cleaning Exterior and Attachments
Dust Bag Changing
Filter Changing
Belt Changing and Agitator Cleaning .. 16-18
Clog Removal
Light Bulb Changing
Agitator Servicing
Agitator Assembly
Troubleshooting
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BEFORE USING YOUR NEW VACUUM
Please read this guide. It will help you assemble and operate your new Kenmore vacuum in
the safest and most effective way.
For more information about vacuum cleaner care and operation, call your nearest Sears store.
You will need the complete model and serial numbers when requesting information. Your vacu
um’s model and serial numbers are located on the Model and Serial Number Plate.
Use the space below to record the model number and serial number of your new Kenmore
vacuum. s.
Model No._
Serial No.
Date of Purchase
Keep this book and your sales check (receipt) in a safe place for future reference.
KENMORE VACUUM CLEANER WARRANTY
LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON KENMORE VACUUM CLEANER
This warranty is for one year from the date of purchase, and includes only private household
vacuum cleaner use. During the warranty year, when this vacuum cleaner is operated and
maintained according to the owner's manual instructions, Sears will repair any defects in
materia! or workmanship free of charge.
This warranty excludes vacuum bags, belts, light bulbs, and filters, which are expendable parts
and become worn during normal use.
For warranty service, return this vacuum cleaner to the nearest Sears Service Center in the
United States.
This warranty applies only white 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, IL 60179
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
Your safety is important to us. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to
persons or damage when using your vacuum cleaner, foiiow basic safety precautions
inciuding the foiiowing:
Read this manual before assembling or
using your vacuum cleaner.
Use your cleaner only as described in
this manual. Use only with Sears recom
mended attachments.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock -
Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
Disconnect electrical supply before any
servicing or cleaning. Failure to do so
could result in electrical shock or per
sonal injury.
Always turn cleaner off before unplug
ging.
Do not unpiug by pulling on cord. To
unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
Do not use with damaged cord or plug.
If cleaner is not working as it should,
has been dropped, damaged, left out
doors, or dropped into water, return it to
a Sears Service Center.
Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as
a handle, close door on cord, or pull
cord around sharp edges or corners.
Do not run cleaner over cord. Keep cord
away from heated surfaces.
Do not leave cleaner when plugged in.
Unplug from outlet when not in use and
before servicing.
Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close
attention is necessary when used by or
near children.
Do not handle plug or cleaner with wet
hands.
Do not put any objects into openings.
Do not use with any opening blocked;
keep free of dust, lint, hair and anything
that may reduce air flow.
Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and
all parts of body away from openings
and moving parts.
Do not use cleaner without dust bag
and/or filters in place.
Always change the dust bag after vacu
uming carpet cleaners or freshener,
powders and fine dust. These products
clog the bag, reduce airflow and can
cause the bag to burst. Failure to
change bag could cause permanent
damage to the cleaner.
Do not use the cleaner to pick up sharp
hard objects, small toys, pins, paper
clips, etc. They may damage the clean
er or dust bag.
Do not pick up anything that is burning
or smoking, such as cigarettes, match
es, or hot ashes.
Do not use cleaner to pick up flammable
or combustible liquids (gasoline, clean
ing fluids, perfumes, etc.), or use in
areas where they may be present. The
fumes from these substances can cre
ate a fire hazard or explosion.
Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
Do not put on chairs, tables, etc. Keep
on floor.
You are responsible for making sure
that your vacuum cleaner is not used by
anyone unable to operate it properly.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Proper assembly and safe use of your vacuum cleaner are your responsibilities. Your
cleaner is intended only for household use. Read this Owner’s Manual carefully for
important use and safety Information, This guide contains safety statements under
warning and caution symbols. Please pay special attention to these boxes and follow
any instructions given.
trical shock, burns and personal injury. CAUTION statements alert you to such dan
gers as personal injury and/or property damage.
WARNING statements alert you to such dangers as fire, elec
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It is important to know your vacuum cleaner's parts and features to assure its proper and
safe use. Review these before using your cleaner.
Item
Dust Bag
Headlight Bulb
Belt
Exhaust Filter
Motor Safety Filter
Quick Release
Upper Cord Hook
Power Cord
Lower
Cord Hooks
Crevice
Tool
Telescoping
Wand
Part No.
In U.S.
20-50690
20-5240
20-5275
20-86889
20-86884
. Ready-to-Use
' Swivel Hose
Part No.
In Canada
20-50690C
20-40600
20-40096
20-86889C
20-86884C
Exhaust Filter
(Inside)
Nozzle
Cover
Latch
Height
Adjustment
Lever
Furniture
Guard
Nozzle
Cover
Handle-
Bag Cover
Release
Bag Cover-
Exhaust
Filter Cover
Release
„ ... . . Belt
Headlight \ (Underneath)
Spare Belt
(Underneath Nozzle Cover,
Behind Height Adjust Assembly)
On/Off
Switch
Dirt Sensor
(Some Models)
Performance
Indicator
(Some Models)
Carpet/Bare
Floor Selector
Ousting
Brush
Combination
Brush
Handle
Release
Pedal —
Model/Serial
Numbers
Stretch Hose
Agitator
(Underneath)
EXTENSION HOSE KITS
SOME MODELS
Extension Hose
0
SOME MODELS
ai-
Floor Brush
Adaptor
Wand
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Before assembling vacuum, check the
PACKING LIST on the cover of the separate
Repair Parts List. Use this list to verify that
you have received ail the components of
your new Kenmore vacuum.
Remove the tape located below the dust
cover/filter cover on the motor case.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Do not plug into the electrical supply
until the assembly is complete. Failure
to do so could result in electrical shock
or injury.
Position the handle as shown in the illustra
tion below.
Slide the handle into the opening at the top
of the vacuum.
-Handle
Attach
stretch hose
end to noz
zle as
shown.
HANDLE ASSEMBLY
Remove the screw located just below the
top edge of the back of the vacuum.
Insert the screw so it passes through the
handle into the vacuum.
Begin to tighten the screw with your fingers.
It may be necessary to adjust the handle
slightly.
Using a
screw
driver,
tighten
the
screw.
Lock the cord
into place by
forcing it into the
locking notch on
the body of the
quick release
upper cord hook
as shown. This
helps keep the
power cord out
from under the
vacuum cleaner
agitator.
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CAUTION
Do not overtighten.
Overtightening could strip the screw
holes.
Do not operate the cleaner without
the screw in place.
CORD ASSEMBLY
Make sure the quick release upper cord
hook is in the upright position. Remove
the wire tie from the power cord.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
HOW TO START
1. Turn the
quick
release
upper cord
hook to
either side
and down to
release the
power cord.
Wrap the power cord around the upper
and lower cord hooks and lock the power
cord plug onto the power cord.
Quick Release
Upper Cord
Hook
Power
Cord
Lower
Cord
Hooks
This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only
one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the
outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not
fit, contact a qualified technician to install
the proper outlet. Do not change the plug
in any way.
4. Plug the polarized power cord into a
120 Volt outlet located near the floor.
2. Release the power cord plug from the
power cord and pull the cord off the quick
release upper cord hook. Check to be
sure the power cord is still locked into the
lock in the quick release upper cord hook.
3. Check to see if the cleaner has bag
installed. See DUST BAG CHANGING.
NOTE: To reduce the risk of electric
shock, this vacuum cleaner has a polar
ized plug, one blade is wider than the
other.
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WARNING
Personal Injury and Product Damage
Hazard
• DO NOT plug in if switch is in the ON
position. Personai injury or damage couid
result.
• DO NOT use outlets above counters.
Damage to items in surrounding area
couid occur.
To select a pile height setting:
Turn off cleaner. Select a pile height set
ting by tilting the cleaner back until front
wheels are lifted slightly off the fioor as
illustrated.
Slide the adjustment lever to the correct
setting.
SUGGESTED PILE HEIGHT SETTINGS
You may need to raise the height to make
some jobs easier, such as scatter rugs
and longer pile carpets. Suggested set
tings are:
HIGH: shag carpet, long pile, plush, scat
ter rugs.
MED: medium to long pile.
LOW: short to medium pile.
EX LOW: very low pile.
CARPET/BARE FLOOR SELECTOR
SOME MODELS
Bare floor setting: Slide the carpet/bare
floor selector all the way back and down
toward the bottom of the nozzle until it
locks into place.
in this position the brush assembly does
not revolve. This setting should be used
for cleaning hardwood and tile floors and
when any attachments (tools) are used.
Carpet setting: Slide the selector ali the
way fonvard and up to the carpet
position.
In this position the brush assembly will
turn. When carpets are being cleaned the
selector should be in this position.
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NOTE: For longer belt life, turn vacuum
off before moving selector, otherwise
make sure the selector is pushed fully and
quickly as possible to the desired position.
Failure to do so can cause the belt to rub
on the selector shaft and may result in the
belt becoming hot and creating a burning
rubber smell.
WARNING
Personal Injury Hazard
DO NOT place hands or feet
underneath the unit when (hang
ing from the bare floor to the car
pet pile height setting. The agitator
begins to revolve rapidly when the
vacuum is turned on and is in the
carpet setting.
CAUTION
Do not allow vacuum cleaner to
remain in one spot for any iength of
time when the agitator is turning.
Damage to carpet may occur.
Attention: Refer to your carpet manufac
turers cleaning recommendations. Some
more delicate carpets may require that
they be vacuumed with the agitator turned
off, to prevent carpet damage.
Release the handle by pressing down on
the handle release pedal with your foot
and pulling back and down on the handle
with your hand.
HANDLE MOUNTED
SOME MODELS
To start the vacuum cleaner, slide the
On/Off switch from the OFF position to
the ON position. To stop the vacuum
cleaner, slide the On/Off switch to the
OFF position.
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Handle
Release
Pedal
ATTACHMENTS
Crevice
Tool
Telescoping
Wand
Dusting
Brush
Combination
Brush
Identify each of the attachments shown
above,
TO USE ATTACHMENTS
Place the carpet/bare floor selector in the
bare floor setting by rotating the selector
back and down to the bare floor setting.
See CARPET/BARE FLOOR SELECTOR
section.
When returning the bare floor selector to
the carpet setting, use caution as the
selector can move quickly to that setting
due to tension created by the belt.
Remove the lower end of the stretch hose
from the cleaner by grasping the hose
collar, twisting and pulling straight out.
The attachments can now be added to
the hose.
NOTE: The motor protector may open
when using attachments or when cleaning
new carpet, due to reduced airflow by the
attachments themselves or by new carpet
fuzz filling the bag quickly. See the
TROUBLESHOOTING section.
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WARNING
Electricfil Shock And PersonaJ Injury
HazattI
Disconnect electrical supply before
servicing or cleaning the unit. Failure
to do so could result in electrical
shock or personal injury from cleaner
suddenly starting.
The attached
hose swivels to
make cleaning
Swivel
easier in every
direction.
Remove the
hose from the
hose clip by
pulling straight
out.
TELESCOPING WAND WITH SUCTION CONTROL SLIDE
SOME MODELS
Crevice
Tool
Telescoping
Wand
Remove the
telescoping
wand from
its storage
position.
To achieve maximum reach with
the attachments, add the Hose-
crevice
tool to the end of
the wand by
inserting and
Suction
Control
Slide
twisting slightly.
Telescoping
Wand'
Crevice
Tool
When using the
dusting brush
or the combina
tion brush,they
may be
attached direct
ly to the wand
or placed on
the end of the
crevice tool.
Remove the crevice toot from its storage
position in the wand. Turn the locking ring to
the UNLOCK position.
Extend the wand to its full length. Turn the
locking ring to the LOCK position. Attach the
extension wand onto the open end of the
hose.
Lower
Wand
\Pnloch
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Wand _
Locking Ring ~
Suction
Control Slide
Upper
Wand
Align the tabs on the extension wand with
the “J” slots in the hose. Push the wand into
the hose and twist to the right to lock.
TO OPERATE SUCTION CONTROL SLIDE
Telescoping Wand
When using
attachments
for cleaning
draperies,
small rugs
with low pile
and other
delicate
items, twist
the suction control slide to the open position.
This lever is located on the telescoping
wand, close to the hose.
This will reduce suction for ease of cleaning.
NOTE: Return suction control slide to the
closed position for normal cleaning.
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CAUTION
When using attachments, be careful not to
overextend the stretch hose when reaching.
Trying to reach beyond the hose stretch
capability could cause the deaner to tip over.
Make sure the carpet/bare tioor selector is in
the bare floor posifion. Damage to the floor
surface may occur if the carpet setting is
used.
Suction
Control
Slide
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TO STORE ATTACHMENTS
Remove dusting brush or combination
brush. Snap into appropriate storage location.
Remove crevice tool from the wand by twist
ing. Lay aside.
Remove the extension wand from the hose.
Twist the wand to the left and pull from the
hose end,
EXTENSION HOSE
SOME MODELS
Some models include an extra hose which
connects to the stretch hose on the vacuum
for a longer cleaning reach.
Unit Hose
THT
jjm
Extension Hose
^ Lower
<^and
t Unlock >.
Wand
Locking
Ring
Unlock the wand by turning the wand lock
ing ring to the UNLOCK position.
Slide the lower wand into the upper wand.
Turn the wand locking ring to the LOCK
position.
Place the crevice tool down into the com
pressed wand. Snap into the appropriate
storage location.
Reinsert the hose fully into the opening on
the lower body from ^hich it was removed.
Press firmly to assure connection
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CAUTION
DO NOT pull the vacuum cleaner
around the room by the hose. Property
damage could result.
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Insert the two tabs on the end of the
extension hose into the two “J" shaped slots
on the unit hose and twist to connect.
All attachments and the telescoping wand
can be attached to the open end of the hose.
FLOOR BRUSH AND WAND
SOME MODELS
Some models have an extra brush and wand
for cleaning bare floors. Twist one end of the
adaptor into the floor brush and the other
end into the straight wand. Connect the
straight wand to the telescopic wand and
then to the vacuum hose or extension hose.
Floor Brush —
-J-
Wand
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CAUTION
When using the regular hose or with
the extension hose attached, the
cleaner should be on a solid surface
on the same level or below the level of
the user's feet. DO NOT use the hoses
when the cleaner is above the level of
the user’s feet.
Adaptor
Kin
ATTACHMENT USE CHART
ATTACHMENT
DUSTING BRUSH
CREVICE TOOL
COMBINATION BRUSH
Handi-Mate® Jr.
Always clean attachments before using on fabrics.
Furniture*
X
X
X
X
10
CLEANING AREA
Between
Cushions*
X
Drapes*
X
X
Stairs
X
X
X
Walls
X
Carpet edges.
Guide either side or the front of the noz
zle along a baseboard. The full length
brushes help remove dirt at carpet edges.
For best cleaning
results, keep the
airflow passage
clear.
Stairs.
Put handle in full upright position. Place
the carpet/bare floor selector in the bare
floor position. Use the crevice tool or fab
ric brush. Set the On/Off switch to ON.
WARNING
Personal Injury Hazard
Use care if vacuum cieaner is placed
on stairs. If it faiis, personal injury or
property damage couid result.
PERFORMANCE FEATURES
MOTOR PROTECTION SYSTEM
This vacuum has a motor protector by
pass valve which automatically opens to
provide cooling air to the motor when a
clog prevents the normal flow of air to the
motor. If the by-pass valve opens to
prevent motor overheating and possible
damage to the vacuum, you will notice a
change of sound
as air rushes
through the valve
opening.
NOTE: Do not
block motor
protector
To correct
problem: See the
TROUBLE
SHOOTING
chart.
NOTE: The motor protector may open
when using attachments or when cleaning
new carpet, due to reduced airflow by the
attachments themselves or by new carpet
fuzz filling the bag quickly. See the
TROUBLESHOOTING section.
Motor
Protector
Occasionally,
check each of the
areas indicated for
clogs.
Unplug the
cleaner from the outlet
before checking.
PERFORMANCE INDICATOR
SOME MODELS
When the unit is running with normal air
flow, the light on the performance indicator
is off. The light comes on whenever the
airflow becomes blocked. If that occurs,
check the disposable dust bag, motor
safety filter and other possible clog
locations shown in CLOG REMOVAL,
To correct
problem: See
the
TROUBLE
SHOOTING
chart,
NOTE: The
light may
also come on
when using
attachments,
due to
reduced
airflow
through the
attachment.
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DIRT SENSOR
SOME MODELS
The electronic dirt sensor is a feature
which will detect particles as they pass
through the vacuum cleaner.
The dirt sensor indicator is located on the
front of the switch cover.
The red light indicates dirt is being picked
up by the cleaner.
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WARNING
Electrical Shock And Personal Injury
Hazard
Disconnect electrical supply before
servicing or cleaning the unit. Failure
to do so could result in electrical
shock or personal injury from cleaner
suddenly starting.
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OPERATION
As you vacuum, the red indicator light will
come on and stay on as long as the
sensor detects a high concentration of
particles passing through the cleaner.
No light indicates that most of the
cleaning is complete.
TO CLEAN DIRT SENSOR OPTICS
The dirt sensor optics consist of two optic
celts located inside the bag holder.
Occasionally, it may become necessary to
clean the two optic cells to assure
maximum performance. It is
recommended the optic cells be cleaned:
•When the red light stays on
continuously.
•When dirt or dust adheres to the
optic cells.
•Whenever the dust bag is changed.
To clean the sensor, wipe the optic cells
with a soft, dry cloth. Never use cleaners
or liquids as they can help speed the
recoating of the optic cells and make it
necessary to clean them much sooner
than normal. The dirt sensor area can be
reached by removing the dust cover and
the dust bag.
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Always follow all safety precautions when
cleaning and servicing the vacuum
cleaner.
VACUUM STORAGE
Gather the cord and wrap it ioosely
around the upper and lower cord hooks.
Store the cleaner
in a dry, indoor
area, on the floor
with the handle
locked in the
upright
position.
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WARNING
Electrical Shock And Personal Injury Hazard
Disconnect electrical supply before
senricing or deaning the unit. Failure
to do so could result in electrical
shock or personal injury from dean-
er suddenly starting.
WARNING
Electrical Shock And Personal
Injury Hazard
Wrapping the cord too tightly puts
stress on the cord and can cause
cord damage. A damaged cord is
an eiectrical shock hazard and
could cause personal injury or
damage.
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CLEANING E)CTERIOR AND ATTACHMENTS
Unplug cord from wall outiet. DO NOT drip
water on cleaner.
Clean exterior using a ciean, soft cloth that has
been dipped in a solution of mild liquid deter
gent and water, then wrung dry. Wipe dry after
cleaning.
To reduce static electricity and dust build-up,
wipe outer surface of cleaner and attachments.
Wash attachments in warm soapy water, rinse
and air dry. Do not dean in dishwasher.
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CAUTION
Do not use attachments if they are
wet. Attachments used in dirty areas,
such as under a refrigerator, shouid
not be used on other surfaces untii
they are washed. They could leave
marks.
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DUST BAG CHANGING
TO REMOVE DUST BAG
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Pull out on the
bag cover
release located
near the top of
the bag cover.
Grasp the dust bag
collar and pull gen- \
tly, carefully remov
ing the dust bag.
Throw away the
used dust bag.
Do not reuse.
WARNING
Always unplug power cord from elec
trical outlet before performing any
service on vacuum.
Bag Cover
Release
Pull the bag
cover forward
and lift up.
Remove and
lay aside.
TO REPLACE DUST BAG
Unfold the
new dust bag.
Fold the safety
seal tab on the
new dust bag
away from the
opening that
fits on the bag
holder.
NOTE: See PARTS AND FEATURES for
Bag number.
Insert the dust bag
onto the bag holder
completely by holding
the bag collar.
Place the dust bag
collar into position.
Tuck the bag
behind each of
the four bag
retention corner
flaps shown here.
Be sure the bot
tom and sides of
the dust bag are
completely within
bag cavity prior to
replacing the bag
cover.
Sag
Retention
Corner
Flaps
Safely
Seal Tab
A
Bag Holder
Bag Cavity motor safety fil
Motor
Safety
Filter
CAUTION
Check the bag
holder and the
ter. If either is
blocked, check
TROUBLE
SHOOTING,
NEVER REUSE A DUST BAG. Very
fine materials, such as carpet fresh
ener, face powder, fine dust, plaster,
soot, etc. can clog the bag and
cause it to burst before it is full.
Change bag more often when vacu
uming these materials.
cover.
You will hear a
distinct snap
when cover is
securely closed.
Check to see
that the dust bag
is fully enclosed in the bag cover.
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Position the bag
cover so its
positioning tabs
fit into the body
positioning tab
slots.
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