LG GN-B331L User guide

ENGLISH

Owner ’s Manual

REFRIGERATOR

Please read carefully the manual instruction and safety caution
before operating your refrigerator and retain it for future reference

G*-*201***
G*-*331***

P/No. : MFL67940022

www.lg.com

CONTENTS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ............... 3

INSTALLATION ................................................... 9

FEATURE CHART ............................................. 10

OPERATIONS ..................................................... 11

Starting

Temperature Control

Ice making

Defrosting

EverCool (Optional)

SUGGESTIONS ON FOOD STORAGE ................ 12

CLEANING ................................................................. 14

GENERAL INFORMATION ..................................... 15

LAMP REPLACEMENT ............................................ 15

IMPORTANT WARNINGS ...................................... 16

BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE ....................... 17

EARTH/GROUNDING CONSTRUCTION

(OPTIONAL) .............................................................. 18

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

This guide contains many important safety messages. Always read and obey all safety
messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. It alerts you to safety messages that inform you of hazard

that can kill or hurt you or others or cause damage to the product. All safety messages will be
preceded by the safety alert symbol and the hazard signal word WARNING, or CAUTION.
These words mean:

WARNING

CAUTION

All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell
you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

You will be hurt or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.

indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury, or product damage only.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fi re, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your product, basic safety
precautions should be followed, including the following.
Read all instructions before using this appliance.

1. When connecting the power

Do not use many power outlets.

• Using several devices at
one outlet may cause fire.

• The electric leakage
breaker may damage food
and the dispenser may be
leaked.

Do not allow the power plug to face upward
or to be squeezed at
the back of the
refrigerator.

Water may be flown into
or the plug may be
damaged, which causes
fire or electric shock.

Prevent the power cord from being squeezed
or imprinted if the refrigerator is pushed in
after the power plug is extracted during the
installation.

It becomes the cause of fire or electric shock.

Do not allow the power cord bent or pressed
by the heavy object to be
damaged.

It may damage the power
cord to cause fire or
electric shock.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

1. When connecting the power

Unplug the power plug when cleaning,
handling or replacing the interior lamp of the
refrigerator.

• It may cause electric shock or injury.

• When replacing the interior lamp
of the refrigerator, make sure
that the rubber ring for
preventing the electric spark
within the socket is not taken off.

Remove water or dust from the power plug
and insert it with the ends of the pins
securely connected.

Dust, water or unstable
connection may fire or
electric shock.

When the power cord or the power plug is
damaged or the holes of
the outlet are loosed, do
not use them.

It may cause electric shock or
short circuit to make fire.

Do not pull out the cord or touch the power
plug with wet hands.

It may cause electric
shock or injury.

Make sure of grounding.

The incorrect grounding
may cause breakdown
and electric shock.

Ground

Wire

Copper

Flat

More than

30 inches

2. When using the refrigerator

Do not place the heavy object or the
dangerous object
(container with liquid) on
the refrigerator.

It may be dropped to cause
injury, fire or electric shock when
opening or closing the door.

Do not cling to the door or the shelves of the
door or the home bar of the freezer or the
cool chamber.

It may make the refrigerator
fallen down or damage the
hands. Especially, do not
allow the children to do the
above.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

2. When using the refrigerator

Do not install the refrigerator in the wet
place or the place which
water or rain splashes.

Deterioration of insulation of
electric parts may cause
electric leakage.

Do not place the lit candle within the
refrigerator to deodorize.

It may cause explosion or fire.

Do not use the combustible spray near the
refrigerator.

It may cause fire.

Do not use or store infl ammable materials
ether, benzene, alcohol, medicine, LP gas,
spray or cosmetics
near or in the
refrigerator.

It may cause explosion
or fire.

Do not store the medicine or the academic
materials at the refrigerator.

When the material with
the strict temperature
control is stored, it may be
deteriorated or it may
make an unexpected
reaction to cause any risk.

The Academic

Medicine

The Medicine

Avoid the heating devices.

It may cause fire.

Do not place fl ower vase, cup, cosmetics,
medicine or any container
with water on the
refrigerator.

It may cause fire, electric shock
or injury by dropping down.

Do not use the submerged refrigerator
directly, kindly checked by the technician.

It may cause electric
shock or fire.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

2. When using the refrigerator

Do not spray water at the outside or the
inside of the refrigerator or do not clean it
with benzene or
thinner.

Deterioration of insulation of
electric parts may cause
electric shock or fire.

Thinner

Do not allow any person except the qualified
engineer to disassemble, repair or alter the
refrigerator.

It may cause injury,
electric shock or
fire.

When disposing the refrigerator, remove the
packing materials from
the door.

It may cause to lock out the
child.

When any strange smell or smoke is
detected from the refrigerator, disconnect
the power plug
immediately and
contact to the

Service

center

service center.

It may cause fire.

Do not use the refrigerator for non-domestic
purpose (storing medicine or testing
material, using at the ship, etc.).

It may cause an unexpected
risk such as fire, electric
shock, deterioration of
stored material or chemical
reaction.

Install the refrigerator on the solid and level
fl oor.

Installing it on the unstable
place may cause death by
falling down the refrigerator
when opening or closing the
door.

Prevent children from entering the product.

It may endanger the life of a
child if the child enters the
refrigerator.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

2. When using the refrigerator

Do not insert the hands or the metal stick
into the exit of cool air, the cover, the bottom
of the refrigerator, the heatproof grill
(exhaust hole) at the
backside.

It may cause electric
shock or injury.

When you want to dispose the refrigerator,
contact to the down-block offi ce.

When you want to dispose
the large living waste such
as electric home appliance
and furniture, you'd better
contact the local down­block office.

Down-block

office

CAUTION

Violating this direction may cause injury or damage house or furniture. Always be careful, please.

Do not touch food or containers at the
freezer with wet
hands.

It may cause frostbite.

Wait for 5 minutes or longer when
reconnecting the plug.

It may cause the operation
of the freezer to fail.

Do not put bottle in the freezer.

It may freeze the contents to
break the bottle to cause
injury.

Pull out the power plug not by grasping the
cord but the plug of its
end.

It may cause electric shock or
short circuit to fire.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

CAUTION

Violating this direction may cause injury or damage house or furniture. Always be careful, please.

Carry the refrigerator with the handle bar at
the bottom of the front and the top of the
rear.

Otherwise, your hands
may be slipped to cause
injury.

Do not put any living animal in the
refrigerator.

It may cause the animal
died.

Do not insert the hands into the bottom of
the refrigerator.

The iron plate of the bottom
may cause injury.

Because opening or closing the door of the
refrigerator may cause injury to the person
around it, be careful, please.

Opening or closing the
door may cause feet or
hands to be caught in
the chink in door or the
child to be get hurt by
the corner.

Do not store explosive substances
such as aerosol cans with a flammable
propellant in this appliance.

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THIS REFRIGERATOR IS MANUFACTURED WITH GREAT CARE, AND UTILIZES THE
LATEST IN TECHNOLOGY.

WE ARE CONFIDENT THAT YOU WILL BE FULLY SATISFIED WITH IT'S PERFORMANCE
AND RELIABILITY.

BEFORE YOU START YOUR REFRIGERATOR, PLEASE READ THIS BOOKLET CAREFULLY.

IT PROVIDES EXACT INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND
MAINTENANCE, AND ALSO SUPPLIES SOME USEFUL HINTS.

INSTALLATION

1. Select a good location.

Place your refrigerator where it is easy to
use.

2. Avoid placing the unit near heat sources,

direct sunlight or moisture

3. To ensure proper air circulation around the

fridge - freezer, please maintain sufficient
space on both the sides as well as top and
maintain at least 2 inches (5 cm) from the
rear wall.

4. To avoid vibrations, the unit must be level.

If required, adjust the leveling screws to
compensate for unevenness of the floor.
The front should be slightly higher than the
rear to aid in door closing.
Leveling screws can be turned easily by
tipping the cabinet slightly.
Turn the leveling screws clockwise(
raise the unit, counterclockwise( ) to
lower it.

5. Don't install this appliance below 5°C.

It may cause the debasement of the
refrigerator.

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NEXT

1. Clean your refrigerator thoroughly and wipe
off all dust accumulated during shipping.

2. Install accessories such as ice cube box,

etc., in their proper places. They are packed
together to prevent possible damage during
shipment.

3. Connect the power supply cord (or plug) to

the outlet. Don't double up with other
appliances on the same outlet.

4. Prior to storing food, leave your refrigerator

on for 2 or 3 hours.

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FEATURE CHART

FREEZER ROOM

Ice Tray

REFRIGERATOR ROOM

Fresh Zone

for fresh meat

EverCool

(Optional)

Luxurious

Cover Lamp

Shelves

Vegetable Box

- This guide covers several different models. The refrigerator you have

NOTE

purchased may have some or all of the features shown above.

- To keep a position of inner parts like as baskets, drawers and shelves

supplied by manufactureris the most efficient usage for energy saving.

Egg Tray

Temperature

Control Knob/
DefrostButton

Bottle Pocket

Leg Adjust

SUGGESTION FOR ENERGY SAVING

- Please do not keep the door open for a long time, close door in the shortest time.

- Too much food are not advised to be put in.

- Do not set the temperature of refrigerator lower than needed. Do not put the food near the temperature

sensor.

- Allow hot food to cool prior to storing. Placing hot food in the could spoil other food, and
lead to higher electric bills.

-

Do not open the door frequently. Opening the door lets warm air enter the , and cause
temperature to rise.

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refrigerator

refrigerator

OPERATIONS

STARTING

Please turn at position 1 for first operation. Let your refrigerator running unload within 2-3 hours to
stabilize the operation temperature.
If it is interrupted, p lease restart again after a pause fo r 5 minutes.

TEMPERATURE CONTROL

Your refrigerator has four option of thermo control to meet
individual requirement. Initially please turn at middle position
(COLDER), if you want colder temperature turn to clockwise
and turn to counter clockwise to gain warmer temperature.

ICE MAKING

To make ice cubes, fill the ice cube tray with water to

slightly below the rim and place it in the freezer.

Set temperature control on COLDEST position, and

return to COLDER position after finish to save energy.

To remove ice cubes, hold the tray at its end and twist

gently.

To remove ice cubes easily, run water

TIP

on the tray before twisting.

DEFROSTING

It is necessar y to regularly defrost your refrigerator in order to

ensure efficient operation. The frost on the surface of evaporator
should not exceed 6 mm before defrosting.

To defrost, press the defrost button (blue bu tton).

Remove food from the evaporator be fore you start defrosting

operation.

When defrosting complete, defrosting button will return to normal

position automatically. Remove the drip tray, empty water, dry and
put it back to its normal position.

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OPERATION

EverCool (Optional)

Before operating remove bag cushion from EverCool case

inside Fresh Zone.

Please turn at position

refrigerator running unload within

operation temperature. During stabile temperature if

electric cut off Refrigerator compartement will keep cool
air for 9 hours*.

Do not open the door frequently during electric cut off.
It will reduce EverCool retension time

(*Base on LG standard test)

SUGGESTIONS ON FOOD STORAGE

COLDER

for first operation. Let your

hours to

24

stabilize the

STORING FOOD

Store fresh food in the refrigerator compartment. How food is frozen and thawed is an important

factor in maintaining its freshness and flavor.

Do not store food which goes bad easily at low temperatures, such as bananas, pineapples, and

melons.

Allow hot food to cool prior to storing. Placing hot food in the refrigerator could spoil other food, and

lead to higher electric bills!

When storing the food, cover it with vinyl wrap or store in a container with a lid. This prevents moisture

from evaporating, and helps food to keep its taste and nutrients.

Do not block air vents with food. Smooth circulation of chilled air keeps refrigerator temperatures

even.

Do not open the door frequently. Opening the door lets warm air enter the refrigerator, and cause

temperatures to rise.

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SUGGESTIONS ON FOOD STORAGE

FREEZER COMPARTMENT

Do not store bottles in the freezer compartment - they may break when frozen.
Do not refreeze food that has been thawed. This causes loss of taste and nutrition.
When storing frozen food like ice cream for a long period, place it on the freezer shelf, not in the door

rack.

REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT

Avoid placing moist food on deep interior refrigerator shelves, it could freeze upon direct contact with

chilled air. To avoid this it is better to store food in the covered container.

Always clean food prior to refrigeration. Vegetables and fruits should be washed and wiped, and

packed food should be wiped clean, to prevent adjacent food from spoiling.

When storing eggs in their storage rack, ensure that they are fresh, and always store them in a

up-right position, which keeps them fresh longer.

The following table indicate the good direction to store food on refrigerator.
However, the “freshness” of the food is affected storing time.

FRESH FOOD DIRECTION STORING TIME

Fresh meat Clean and release off the binder. 4-5 days

Chopped meat Release off the binder. 1-2 days

Smoked meat Store in original package. 1-2 weeks

Fresh Fish Wrap tightly by alumunium foil or plastic film. 1-2 days

Cooked Fish Wrap tightly. 3-4 days

Chicken Clean the body cavity and tight off the binder. 2 days

Egg Clean it before use. 2 weeks

Milk and Creamer Store in original package. 3-7 days

Cheese (Hard) Wrap tightly by alumunium foil or plastic film. 1 month

Cheese (Soft) Store with the container. 4-7 days

Fruits and

Vegetables

Store with the container. Store it tightly. 3-4 days

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CLEANING

It is important that your refrigerator be kept clean to
prevent undesirable odors. Spilled food should be wipe up
immediately, since it may acidify and stain plastic surfaces
if allowed to settle.

Never use metallic scouring pads, brushes, coarse abrasive
cleaners or strong alkaline solutions on any surface.

Before you clean, however, remember that damp objects
will stick or adhere to extremely cold surfaces. Do not touch
frozen surfaces with wet or damp hands.

EXTERIOR
dish washable solution to clean the durable finish of your
refrigerator. Wipe with a clean, damp cloth and then dry.

For products with a stainless steel exterior, use a clean
sponge or soft cloth and a mild Detergent in warm water.
Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners. Dry thoroughly with
a Soft cloth. Do not use appliance wax, bleach, or other
products containing chlorine on stainless steel.

INTERIOR
parts is recommended. Use a lukewarm solution of mild
soap or dish washable solution to clean the durable finish
of your refrigerator. Wipe with a clean, damp cloth and then
dry.

- Use a lukewarm solution of mild soap or

- Regular cleaning of the interior and interior

INTERIOR PARTS
racks, storage trays and magnetic door seals etc. Use a
lukewarm solution of mild soap or dish washable solution to
clean the durable finish of your refrigerator. Wipe with a
clean damp cloth and then dry.

- Wash compartment shelves, door

WARNING

Always remove power cord from the wall
outlet prior to cleaning in the vicinity of
electrical parts(lamps, switches, controls, etc.).
Wipe up excess moisture with a sponge or
cloth to prevent water or liquid from getting
into any electrical part and causing electric
shock. Do not use flammable or toxic cleaning
liquids.

• Caution for Cleaning Not in use : Surface
active agent, Car wax, Anticorrosive, All sorts
of oil, Gasoline, Acids, Wax.

• Usable Detergent Vegetable dish washable
solution, Soapy water.

• When careless using, it can occur a color
change.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

ICE FROST ON THE FREEZER DOOR

If there is any thin layer ice frost on the freezer door, it is
a normal condition.

VACATION TIME

During average length vacations, you will probably find it
best to leave the refrigerator in operation. Place
freezable items in freezer for longer life. When you plan
to be away for an extended period, remove all food,
disconnect the power cord, clean the interior thoroughly,
and leave each door OPEN to prevent odor formation.

POWER FAILURE

Most power failures are corrected in an hour or two and
will not affect your refrigerator temperatures.
However, you should minimize the number of door
openings while the power is off. During power failures of
longer duration, place a block of dry ice on top of your
frozen packages.

This appliance is intended to be used in
household and similar applications such as:

- Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and
other working environments.

- Farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels
and other residential type environments.

- Bed and breakfast type environments.

- Catering and similar non-retail applications.

IF YOU MOVE

Remove or securely fasten down all loose items inside
the refrigerator.
To avoid damaging the leveling screw(s), turn them all
the way into the base.

ANTI-CONDENSATION PIPE

The outside wall of the refrigerator cabinet may
sometimes get warm,
especially just after
installation.
Don't be alarmed.
This is due to the anti­condensation pipe, which
pumps hot refrigerant to
prevent "sweating" on the
outer cabinet wall.

Electrical Shock Hazard
Before replacing a burned-out light bulb,

either unplug the refrigerator or turn off
power at the circuit breaker or fuse box.

NOTE : Moving the control to the OFF
position does not remove power to the light
circuit.

Anti-Condensation

Caution

pipe

LAMP REPLACEMENT

1. Unplug the power cord from the outlet.

2. Open the cover lamp.

3. Turn the lamp counterclockwise.

4. Assemble in reverse order of disa. ssembly.
Replacement bulb must be the same specification as original.
(E14 type).

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IMPORTANT WARNINGS

DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD

If possible, connect the refrigerator to its own
individual electrical outlet to prevent it and other
appliances or household lights from causing an
overload that could cause a power outage.

ACCESSIBILITY OF SUPPLY PLUG

The refrigerator-freezer should be so positioned
that the supply plug is accessible for quick
disconnection when accident happens.

SUPPLY CORD REPLACEMENT

If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent
or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a
hazard.

VERY DANGEROUS ATTRACTION

An empty refrigerator can be a dangerous
attraction to children. Remove either gaskets,
latches, lids or the entire door from your
unused appliance, or take some other action
to make it harmless.

ABOUT GROUNDING (EARTHING)

In the event of an electric short circuit, grounding
(earthing) reduces the risk of electric shock by
providing an escape wire for the electric current.

In order to prevent possible electric shock, this
appliance must be grounded.

Improper use of the grounding plug can result in
an electric shock. Consult a qualified electrician
or service person if the grounding instructions
are not completely understood, or if you have
doubts on whether the appliance is properly
grounded.

DO NOT MODIFY OR EXTEND THE
POWER CORD LENGTH.

It will cause electric shock
or fire.

This appliance must be grounded (earthed).

DON'T WAIT! DO IT NOW!

Do not store inflammable materials, explosives

or chemicals in the refrigerator.

WARNING

This appliance is not intended for use by person (including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

DISPOSAL OF THE OLD APPLIANCE

This appliance contains fluid (refrigerant, lubricant) and is made of parts and materials which are
reusable and/or recyclable.

All the important materials should be sent to the collection center of waste material and can be
reused after rework (recycling). For take back, please contact with the local agency.

“The equipment complies with requirements of the Technical Regulation, in terms of restrictions

for the use of certain dangerous substances in electrical and electronic equipment.”

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BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE

SERVICE CALLS CAN OFTEN BE AVOIDED!

IF YOU FEEL YOUR REFRIGERATOR IS NOT OPERATING PROPERLY, CHECK THESE POSSIBLE
CAUSES FIRST :

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES

REFRIGERATOR DOES
NOT OPERATE

Has a house fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped?
Has the power cord plug been removed or loosened

from the electrical wall outlet?

REFRIGERATOR OR FREEZER
COMPARTMENT TEMPERATURE
TOO WARM

ABNORMAL NOISE(S)

REFRIGERATOR
HAS ODOR

DEW FORMS ON THE
CABINET SURFACE

DISPOSAL OF YOUR OLD APPLIANCE

1.

All electrical and electronic products should be disposed of separately
from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities
appointed by the government or the local authorities.

2.

The correct disposal of your old appliance will help prevent potential
negative consequences for the environment and human health.

3.

For more detailed information about disposal of your old appliance,
please contact your city office, waste disposal service or the shop
where you purchased the product.

4

Flammable insulation blowing gases should be disposed appropriately.
Take the cabinet and doors to a recovery plant for flammable insulation
blowing gases.

Temperature control not set on proper position.
Appliance is placed close to wall or heat source.
Warm weather-frequent door openings.
Door left open for a long time.
Large amount of foods are kept in the refrigerator.

Refrigerator is installed in a weak or uneven place, or

leveling screw needs adjusting.

Unnecessary objects placed in the back side of the

refrigerator.

Foods with strong odors should be tightly covered or

wrapped.

Interior needs cleaning.

Not unusual during periods of high humidity.
Door may have been left ajar.

Information of fluorinated greenhouse gases

used as refrigerant of this refrigerator.

Chemical name Composition of Gases Total GWP (kg CO2-eq)

R-134a 100% HFC-134a 1300

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EARTH/GROUNDING CONSTRUCTION (OPTIONAL)

It is recommended to install the earth to prevent electric shock in
case of electricity leakage.

How to connect the earth wire:

• Connect the earth wire's metal ring end to the earth screw

on the back of the refrigerator.

• Peel off the cable sheath/insulation at the other end of the earth wire. Attach the peeled wire

to a metal screw/nail and then drive it through the wall or ground.

Do not connect the earth wire to the following locations.

• Gas pipe

It could produce sparks which lead to fire and explosion.

• Telephone earth wire and lightning rod

It is dangerous during lightning.

• Water pipe and water tap

The earth wire connection will not work when the middle of the water pipe is made of plastic.
If it is connected to a metal water pipe, it could cause someone to be electrocuted.

When installing the product in a humid or wet location, you must install the earth wire.

Ex) • Unfloored or dirt floored room (Room with dirt and no floor), concrete floor

• Location where it can get wet such as near the sink

• Location where water can leak or is humid such as basement

• Other wet or humid location

Especially, for locations where it always get wet such as near the restaurant sink, you are obligated by
the law to install a circuit breaker in addition to the earth wire.

After consulting with your retailer or electric construction company, you must do the earth wire
construction (Type 3 earth construction). Please note that earth construction could incur extra fees.

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P/No. : MFL67940022

The model and serial number of the refrigerator
is located on the back or one side of the refrigerator.
Record it below should you ever need service.

MODEL ________________________________________
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