Operating and installation instructions
Refrigerator
To prevent the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it is
essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for
the first time.
en–AU, NZM.-Nr. 11 447 640
Contents
Warning and Safety instructions.......................................................................... 4
Caring for the environment ................................................................................11
Saving energy ...................................................................................................... 12
Guide to the appliance........................................................................................ 14
Explanation of symbols ......................................................................................... 15
This refrigeration appliance complies with current safety
requirements. However, inappropriate use can lead to personal
injury and damage to property.
Please read the operating and installation instructions carefully
before using the refrigeration appliance for the first time. They
contain important information on safety, installation, use and
maintenance of the appliance. This is to protect yourself from
injury and from damaging your appliance.
In accordance with standard IEC60335-1, Miele expressly and
strongly advises that you read and follow the instructions in
“Installation”, as well as in the “Warning and Safety instructions”.
Miele cannot be held liable for injury or damage caused by noncompliance with these instructions.
Keep these instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any
future owner.
Correct application
This appliance is designed for domestic use and for use in similar
environments by guests in hotel or motel rooms, bed & breakfasts
and other typical living quarters. This does not include common/
shared facilities or commercial facilities within hotels, motels or bed
& breakfasts.
This appliance is not suitable for outdoor use.
This appliance is intended for domestic use only for the cooling
and storing of food and drinks.
Any other usage is not permitted.
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Warning and Safety instructions
This appliance is not suitable for storing and keeping cool
medicines, blood plasma, laboratory preparations or similar
substances or products. Incorrect use of the appliance for such
purposes may cause deterioration of the items stored.
The appliance is also not suitable for use in areas where there is a
risk of explosion.
Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or
improper use or operation of the appliance.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or
lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision and instruction concerning its use by a person
responsible for their safety.
They may only use the appliance unsupervised if its operation has
been clearly explained to them and they are able to use it safely and
are able to understand and recognise the possible dangers caused
by incorrect operation.
Safety with children
Young children must not be allowed to use this appliance.
Older children may only use the appliance when its operation has
been clearly explained to them and they are able to use it safely,
recognising the dangers of misuse.
Cleaning work may only be carried out by older children under the
supervision of an adult.
Please supervise children in the vicinity of the appliance and do
not let them play with it.
Danger of suffocation! Children may be able to wrap themselves in
packing material (e.g. foil) or pull it over their head with the risk of
suffocation. Keep packaging material away from children.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Technical safety
The refrigerant circuit has been checked for leaks. The
refrigeration appliance complies with all current local and national
safety requirements.
This refrigeration appliance contains the coolant Isobutane
(R600a), a natural gas which is environmentally friendly. Although it is
flammable, it does not damage the ozone layer and has a lower
greenhouse effect than some other refrigerants.
The use of this coolant, however, leads to a slight increase in the
noise level of the appliance. In addition to the noise of the
compressor, you might be able to hear the coolant flowing around
the system. Unfortunately, this cannot be avoided, but it does not
affect the performance of the refrigeration appliance.
When transporting and installing the refrigeration appliance, ensure
that no parts of the cooling circuit are damaged. Leaking refrigerant
can damage the eyes.
In the event of any damage:
– avoid any flames or anything which creates a spark
– disconnect the refrigeration appliance from the mains electricity
supply
– ventilate the room where the appliance is located for several
minutes, and
– call Miele.
The more coolant there is in a refrigeration appliance, the larger
the room should be in which it is installed. In the event of a leakage,
if the appliance is in a small room, there is a danger of combustible
gases building up. For every 11 g of coolant at least 1m3 of room
space is required. The amount of coolant in the appliance is stated
on a data plate inside the appliance.
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Warning and Safety instructions
To avoid the risk of damage to the appliance, make sure that the
connection data (fuse rating, frequency and voltage) on the data
plate corresponds to the household supply. Check that this is the
case before connecting the appliance.
Consult a qualified electrician if in any doubt.
The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed
when correctly earthed. It is essential that this standard safety
requirement is met. If in any doubt please have the electrical
installation tested by a qualified electrician.
Reliable and safe operation of this appliance can only be assured
if it has been connected to the mains electricity supply.
If the connection cable is faulty, it must only be replaced by a
Miele approved service technician in order to avoid a hazard.
Do not connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply by a
multi-socket unit or an extension lead. These do not guarantee the
required safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).
If moisture gets into electrical components or into the mains
connection cable, it could cause a short circuit. Therefore, do not
operate this refrigeration appliance in areas which are exposed to
moisture (e.g in a garage or laundry).
This appliance must not be installed and operated in mobile
installations (e.g. on a ship).
Do not use a damaged appliance. It could be dangerous. Check
the appliance for visible signs of damage.
For safety reasons, this appliance may only be used when it has
been fully installed.
During installation, maintenance and repair work, the appliance
must be disconnected from the mains electricity supply. It is only
completely isolated from the electricity supply when:
– the mains circuit breaker has been switched off, or
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Warning and Safety instructions
– the screw-out fuse is removed (in countries where this is
applicable), or
– it is switched off at the wall socket and the plug is withdrawn from
the socket. Do not pull the mains connection cable but the mains
plug to disconnect your appliance from the mains electricity
supply.
Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be
dangerous. Maintenance work and repairs to electrical appliances
must only be carried out by a Miele authorised technician.
The manufacturer's warranty will be invalidated if the appliance is
not repaired by a Miele authorised technician.
Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele spare
parts. The manufacturer can only guarantee the safety of the
appliance when Miele replacement parts are used.
In areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches or
other vermin, pay particular attention to keeping the appliance and
its surroundings clean at all times. Any damage caused by
cockroaches or other vermin will not be covered by the warranty.
Correct use
The appliance is designed for use within a certain climate range
(ambient temperatures) and should not be used outside this range.
The climate range for your appliance is stated on the data plate
inside the appliance. Installing it in a room with too low an ambient
temperature, e.g. a garage, will lead to the appliance switching off
for longer periods, with the result that it cannot maintain the required
temperature.
To ensure proper air flow in and out of the appliance, the
ventilation gaps in the appliance and built-in structure must not be
covered or blocked in any way. This would also increase the energy
consumption and could cause damage to the appliance.
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Warning and Safety instructions
If storing food which contains a lot of fat or oil in the appliance or
the appliance door, make sure that it does not come into contact
with plastic components as this could cause stress cracks or break
the plastic. Make sure that no fat or oil leaks onto the plastic parts of
the appliance.
Risk of fire and explosion! Do not store any explosive materials or
products containing flammable propellants (e.g. spray cans) in the
refrigeration appliance. Electrical components can cause flammable
mixes of gases to ignite.
Danger of explosion! Do not operate any electrical equipment (e.g.
an electric ice cream maker) inside the appliance. Danger of
sparking and explosion.
Food stored for too long may present a risk of food poisoning.
Storage times will depend on several factors, including the freshness
and quality of the food, as well as the temperature at which it is
stored. Follow the instructions given on the food manufacturer's
packaging regarding storage conditions and use-by dates.
Use only genuine original Miele spare parts. If spare parts or
accessories from other manufacturers are used, the warranty will be
invalidated, and Miele cannot accept liability.
Cleaning and care
Do not use any oils or grease on the door seals, as these will
cause the seals to deteriorate and become porous with time.
Do not use a steam cleaning appliance to clean this appliance.
Steam could reach the electrical components and cause a short
circuit.
Sharp edged or pointed objects will damage the evaporator,
causing irreversible damage to the appliance. Do not use sharp
edged or pointed objects to
– remove frost and ice, or accelerate the defrosting process,
– separate frozen foods and remove ice trays.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Never place electric heaters or candles in the appliance to defrost
it. These can damage the plastic parts.
Do not use defrosting sprays or de-icers, as they might contain
substances which could damage the plastic parts or which could
cause a build-up of gases and pose a danger to health.
Transport
To avoid damage to the appliance, always transport it upright and
in its packaging.
Risk of injury and damage! The appliance is very heavy and must
be transported by two people.
Disposal of your old appliance
If your old appliance has a door lock, destroy it. This way you will
prevent the risk of playing children accidentally locking themselves in
and endangering their lives.
Splashes of coolant can damage the eyes. Be careful not to
damage any part of the pipework whilst awaiting disposal, e.g. by
– puncturing the refrigerant channels in the condenser,
– bending any pipework, or
– scratching the surface coating.
Symbol on the compressor (depending on model)
This information is only relevant for recycling. There is no risk during normal
operation.
The oil in the compressor can be fatal if swallowed or if it
penetrates the airways.
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Caring for the environment
Disposal of the packing
material
The transport and protective packing
has been selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for
disposal, and can normally be recycled.
Recycling the packaging reduces the
use of raw materials in the
manufacturing process and also
reduces the amount of waste in landfill
sites. Ensure that any plastic
wrappings, bags etc. are disposed of
safely and kept out of the reach of
babies and young children. Danger of
suffocation!
Disposing of your old
appliance
Electronic and electrical appliances
contain many valuable materials. They
also contain certain materials,
compounds and components which
were essential for their correct
functioning and safety. These could be
hazardous to human health and to the
environment if disposed of with general
waste or if handled incorrectly. Please
do not, therefore, dispose of your old
appliance with your household waste.
Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection/recycling
centre for electrical and electronic
appliances, or contact Miele. You are
also responsible for deleting any
personal data that may be stored on the
appliance being disposed of.
Take care not to damage the pipework
at the back of the appliance before or
during transportation to an authorised
collection depot.
This is to ensure that refrigerant in the
pipework and oil in the compressor are
contained and will not leak out into the
environment.
Please ensure that your old appliance
presents no danger to children while
being stored awaiting disposal. See
“Warning and Safety instructions” for
more information.
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Saving energy
Installation/
Maintenance
Temperature
settings
Normal energy
consumption
In a ventilated room.In an enclosed, unventilated
Protected from direct
sunlight.
Not situated near a heat
source (radiator, oven).
Where the ideal ambient
room temperature is approx.
20°C.
Ventilation gaps kept
uncovered and free of dust.
Refrigerator 4 to 5°CThe lower the temperature in
Increased energy
consumption
room.
In direct sunlight.
Situated near a heat source
(radiator, oven).
Where there is a high room
temperature.
Where the ventilation gaps
are covered or dusty.
the appliance, the higher the
energy consumption.
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Saving energy
Normal energy
consumption
UseThe drawers and shelves are
arranged as they were when
the appliance was delivered.
Only open the door when
necessary and for as short a
time as possible. Store food
in an organised way.
Take a cooler bag when
shopping and load food in
the appliance as quickly as
possible on your return
home.
Replace any food removed
as quickly as possible,
before it warms up too
much.
Allow hot food and drinks to
cool down before placing
them in the appliance.
Increased energy
consumption
Frequent opening of the
door for long periods will
cause a loss of coldness.
The appliance will try to cool
down, and the compressor
will run for longer periods.
Hot food or food at room
temperature raises the
temperature inside the
appliance. The appliance will
try to cool down and the
compressor will run for
longer periods.
Store food well packaged or
covered.
Place frozen food in the
refrigerator to defrost.
Do not overfill the appliance
to allow air to circulate.
The evaporation or
condensation of liquids in
the refrigerator will cause a
loss of coldness.
Poor air circulation will
cause a loss of coldness.
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Guide to the appliance
Control panel
a
On/Off sensor
for the entire appliance
b
Optical interface
(for service technicians only)
c
On/Off sensor for the DynaCool
function (automatic temperature
adjustment)
d
On/Off sensor for the SuperCool
function
e
For setting the temperature
( colder),
Selection sensor in settings mode
f
For confirming a selection (OK
sensor)
g
For setting the temperature
( warmer),
Selection sensor in settings mode
h
For selecting and deselecting
settings mode
i
For switching the door alarm off
j
Display with temperature display and
symbols (symbols are only visible in
settings mode if an alarm is
sounding, or if a message appears;
for an explanation of the symbols see
the following chart)
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Guide to the appliance
Explanation of symbols
SymbolMeaningFunction
Safety lockSecures against unintended switching off of
the appliance, unintended temperature
adjustment, unintended switching on of
SuperCool and DynaCool, and unintended
entry of settings
Audible tonesSelection options for the keypad tone and
the door alarm tone
Miele@homeOnly visible when the Miele@home
communication module or communication
stick is fitted and signed on (in countries
where this is applicable)
Display brightnessSetting the brightness of the display
Charcoal filter
replacement indicator
(Active AirClean)
Sabbath modeSwitching Sabbath mode on and off
Electrical connectionConfirms that the appliance is connected to
AlarmLights up when the door alarm is activated;
Demo mode
(only visible when
Demo mode is active)
This function must be activated after fitting
a charcoal filter; it lights up to remind you to
replace it
the electricity supply when it is not
switched on
flashes with fault messages
Switching off Demo mode
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Guide to the appliance
a
Control panel
b
Fan
c
Adjustable shelf with
lighting (FlexiLight)
d
Egg tray / door shelf
e
Adjustable shelf
f
Bottle rack (depending on model)
g
Bottle shelf
h
Condensate channel and drain hole
i
Interior lighting
Fruit and vegetable drawer
(depending on model)
j
Fruit and vegetable drawer
(depending on model)
Picture shows an example of an appliance
model.
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Guide to the appliance
Optional accessories
A range of useful Miele accessories and
care products is available for your
appliance.
Miele all purpose microfibre cloth
Light soiling and fingerprints on
stainless steel fronts, control panels
and furniture can be easily removed
with this microfibre cloth.
Bottle rack
Bottles can be stored horizontally in the
refrigerator section using the bottle rack
to save space.
The bottle rack can be placed in
different positions in the refrigerator
section.
KKF-FF Active AirClean charcoal
filter with holder
The charcoal filter neutralizes
unpleasant odours in the refrigerator
section for improved air quality.
The charcoal filter holder clips onto the
protective strip at the back of the shelf
and can be moved as necessary.
Now activate the filter reminder in
settings mode (see “Further settings Charcoal filter replacement
indicator”).
KKF-RF
ActiveAirClean replacement filters
Replacement filters to fit the Active
AirClean holder are available. We
recommend replacing the charcoal
filters every 6months.
Accessories are available from Miele
directly (see back cover for contact
details).
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Switching on and off
Before using for the first time
Packaging material
Remove all packaging material from
the inside of the appliance.
Protective foil
The stainless steel trims and stainless
steel panels in the appliance have a
layer of protective foil to prevent
scratching during transportation.
Remove this protective foil after the
appliance has been installed.
Cleaning and care
Please refer to the relevant
instructions in “Cleaning and care”.
Useful tip: We recommend treating
stainless steel surfaces with the Miele
Care product for stainless steel
immediately after removing the
protective foil (see “Guide to the
appliance - Optional accessories”).
Accessories
- Bottle holder
The fins of the bottle holder jut out into
the bottle shelf and make bottles more
secure when opening and closing the
appliance door.
Attach the bottle holder to the middle
of the rear edge of the bottle shelf.
Important: Each time the Miele Care
product for stainless steel is used, it
applies a protective film that is stain
and water resistant.
Clean the inside of the appliance and
the accessories.
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Switching on and off
Operating the appliance
A light touch of the finger on the
sensors is all that is required to operate
this appliance.
Each touch of a sensor is confirmed
with a keypad tone. The keypad tone
can be switched off if you wish (see
“Further settings - Audible tones”).
Switching on
When the appliance is connected to the
electricity supply, the mains connection
symbol will appear in the display
after a short while.
Touch the On/Off sensor.
The mains connection symbol goes
out and the temperature appears in the
display.
The appliance begins to cool.
When the refrigerator door is opened,
the interior lighting comes on and the
LED lighting on the adjustable shelves
becomes brighter until it reaches its
maximum brightness.
Switching off
Touch the On/Off sensor.
If this does not work, the safety lock
is activated.
The temperature display disappears
and the mains connection symbol
lights up.
The interior lighting goes out and the
cooling is switched off.
Switching off the appliance in
Sabbath mode
The appliance can be switched off
directly at any time.
Touch the On/Off sensor.
The temperature display disappears
and the mains connection symbol
lights up.
The interior lighting goes out and the
cooling is switched off.
To enable the temperature to get
sufficiently cold inside the appliance,
allow the appliance to run for a few
hours before placing food in it.
When the appliance is switched back
on again, Sabbath mode is
deactivated.
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Switching on and off
Switching off for longer
periods of time
If, during a long absence, the
appliance is switched off but not
cleaned and the door(s) left shut,
there is a risk of mould forming
inside the appliance.
It is essential to clean the appliance.
If the appliance is not going to be used
for a longer period of time, observe the
following:
Switch the appliance off.
Disconnect the appliance from the
mains. Switch off at the wall and
withdraw the plug from the socket, or
switch off the mains circuit breaker.
Clean the appliance and leave the
door ajar to air the appliance and
avoid odours building up inside.
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The correct temperature
It is very important to set the correct
temperature for storing food in the
appliance. Bacteria will cause food
which is not stored at the correct
temperature to deteriorate rapidly.
Temperature influences the growth rate
of these microorganisms. Reducing the
temperature reduces their growth rate.
The temperature in the appliance will
rise:
– The more often the door is opened
and the longer it is kept open.
– The more food is stored in it.
– The warmer the food is which is
being put into it.
– The higher the ambient temperature
of the refrigeration appliance. The
appliance is designed for use within
specific ambient temperatures
(climate range). Do not use it in
ambient temperatures for which it is
not designed.
... in the refrigerator section
We recommend a temperature of 4°C
in the refrigerator section.
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The correct temperature
Temperature display
In normal operation the temperature
display shows the current meanrefrigerator temperature.
Depending on the room temperature
and the temperature setting, it can take
several hours until the selected
temperature is reached and displayed
steadily.
Setting the temperature
Use the two sensors underneath the
display to set the temperature.
By touching the sensor
– the temperature decreases,
Approximately 5 seconds after the last
time a sensor has been touched, the
display automatically reverts to showing
the current temperature inside the
refrigerator.
Or
Touch the OK sensor to confirm your
selection.
If you have adjusted the temperature,
wait for approx. 6hours if the
appliance is not very full and for
approx. 24hours if the appliance is
full before checking the temperature
display. It will take this long for an
accurate reading to be given.
If, after this time, the temperature is
still too high or too low, adjust it
again.
Temperature range
The temperature can be adjusted
between 1°C and 9°C.
– the temperature increases.
While the temperature is being set, the
temperature value will flash.
When you tap the sensors, the following
information appears in the display:
– When first tapped: The last preset
temperature flashes.
– Each subsequent touch of the
sensor: The temperature is adjusted
in 1°C steps.
– Leaving the finger on the sensor
changes the temperature
continuously.
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Using SuperCool and DynaCool
SuperCool
The Super cool function can be used to
rapidly reduce the temperature in the
refrigerator section to its lowest setting
(depending on the room temperature).
Switching on SuperCool
SuperCool is particularly recommended
for the rapid chilling of large amounts of
fresh food or drinks.
Touch the SuperCool sensor so that it
is highlighted in yellow.
The appliance will work at full power to
lower the temperature in the refrigerator
section.
Switching off SuperCool
The SuperCool function switches off
automatically after approx. 12 hours.
The appliance will then run at normal
power again.
To save energy, you can manually
switch off the SuperCool function once
food and drinks are sufficiently chilled.
Touch the SuperCool sensor so that it
is no longer highlighted in yellow.
The appliance will operate at normal
power again.
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Using SuperCool and DynaCool
DynaCool
When the dynamic cooling function
(DynaCool) is not switched on, the
natural circulation of air will cause
different temperature zones in the
refrigerator as the cold, heavy air sinks
to the lowest section. Make use of the
different temperature zones when
placing food in the refrigerator (see
“Using the refrigerator efficiently”).
However, if you are placing a large
amount of food in the refrigerator (e.g.
for a party), it is a good idea to switch
on DynaCool. This will distribute the
temperature in the appliance to all areas
more evenly so that all the food is
chilled to about the same degree.
The temperature can be set as usual
with the temperature control.
DynaCool should also be switched on
when:
– the ambient temperature in the room
is high, i.e. above 30°C, and
– when humidity levels are high (e.g. in
summer).
Switching on DynaCool
Touch the DynaCool sensor so that it
is highlighted in yellow.
The fan is now ready for operation:
When the compressor switches on, the
fan will also switch on automatically.
Switching off DynaCool
As the energy consumption is increased
when DynaCool is activated, it should
be switched off under normal
conditions.
Touch the DynaCool sensor so that it
is no longer highlighted in yellow.
To save energy, the fan switches off
automatically when the door is open.
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Door alarm
The appliance is fitted with a warning
system to avoid increased energy
consumption and food becoming warm
if the door is left open.
An alarm will sound if the door is left
open for too long. The alarm symbol
will light up.
The time until the door alarm is
triggered depends on the selected
setting and can be either 2minutes
(factory default) or 4minutes. The door
alarm can also be switched off (see
“Further settings - Audible tones”).
As soon as the door is closed, the
audible tone will stop and the alarm
symbol will disappear from the
display.
If no audible tone sounds even though
a door alarm is available, then the
audible tone has been switched off in
settings mode (see “Further settings Audible tones”).
Switching the door alarm off
early
If the noise of the alarm disturbs you,
you can switch the alarm off early if you
wish.
Touch the alarm off sensor.
The audible tone stops.
The alarm symbol remains
illuminated until the door is closed.
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Further settings
Certain settings on the appliance can
only be selected in settings mode.
When in settings mode, the door
alarm and other fault messages are
automatically deactivated although the
alarm symbol appears in the
display.
Settings options
Switching the safety lock on/off
Switching audible tones on/off
Changing the display brightness
Switching Sabbath mode on/off
Activating the charcoal filter
replacement indicator or
resetting the counter
All other settings options are described
below.
Safety lock
The safety lock can be activated to
secure against unintentional:
– switching off,
– temperature adjustments,
– selection of the DynaCool and
SuperCool functions,
– adjustment of settings (only switching
off the safety lock is possible).
The safety lock prevents the appliance
being used without your knowledge, for
example by children.
Switching the safety lock on/off
Touch the settings sensor.
All selectable symbols appear in the
display and the flashes.
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Touch the OK sensor to confirm your
selection.
The last selected setting flashes in the
display and the symbol lights up.
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