Mircom RA-1000 Installation Manual

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RA-1000 Series

Remote Multiplex Annunciator Panels

Installation and Wiring Manual

LT-617 Rev. 13 November 29 2006

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Contents

Introduction ............................................................................................................................. 1

Technical Support ................................................................................................................ 1

Installation Instructions.......................................................................................................... 2

Wiring Instructions.................................................................................................................. 3

DIP Switch Settings................................................................................................................. 4

Specifications and Features................................................................................................... 7

Enclosure Models................................................................................................................. 7

Module Models..................................................................................................................... 7

Current Drain for Battery Calculations ................................................................................. 8

Warranty & Warning Information ........................................................................................... 9

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Contents

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Introduction

Mircom's modular design RA-1000 Series Remote Multiplex Annunciator panels provide a large capacity of annunciation (up to 208 points) with Mircom’s standard FA-1000 Series Fire Alarm Control Panels. The RAM-1032(TZ) Main Annunciator Chassis is a 32-circuit annunciator that may be expanded with up to four RAX-1048(TZ) Adder Annunciator Chassis to a maximum of 208 circuit display points. The RAM-1032TZ is the same as the RAM-1032 with 32 added zoned trouble LEDs. The RAM-1016(TZ) Main Annunciator Chassis is a 16-circuit non expandable annunciator. The RAM-1016TZ is the same as the RAM-1016 with 16 added zoned trouble LEDs. The RAX1048TZ is the same as the RAX-1048 with 48 added zoned trouble LEDs. Each circuit indicator is a bi-colour LED that is automatically configured to match the fire alarm control panel configuration. There are five types of enclosures available: the BB-1001, BB-1002, BB-1003, BB-1008, and BB1012 which can take 1,2,3,8,12 chassis respectively.

Technical Support

For all technical support inquiries, please contact Mircom’s Technical Support Department between 8 A.M. and 5 P.M. (EDT) Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.

Local Phone: 905-660-4655 Toll-Free Phone: 1-888-660-4655

Local Fax: 905-660-4113 Toll-Free Fax: 1-888-660-4113

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Installation Instructions

BACKBOX

HEIGHT

MOUNTING

A(IN.)

MOUNTING

B(IN.)

BB-1001 9.0” 9.95” 7.5”

BB-1002 18.0” 9.95” 16.5”

BB-1003 26.5” 9.95” 24.9”

BB-1008 33.0” 20.9” 35.2”

BB-1012 45.0” 20.9” 52.0”

BACKB OX C AN B E M OUNT ED

WITH STANDARD 4" X 4"

ELE CTR ICAL B OXE S

12.75"

BACKB OX

DOOR

WALL

1.2"

#6-32

BB-1001 BACKBOX IS SHOWN

ANNUNCIA TOR CHA SSIS

HEXNUTS

Note that the RAM-1032(TZ) and the RAM-1016(TZ) are supplied with the NP-680 laser printable label sheet. Column 1A or 1B (English or French) is selected for either a 2-stage or 1-stage system respectively. Discard column three and fill out the last four columns with the blanks after they have been printed. The RAX-1048(TZ) is supplied with the NP-681 blank laser printable label sheet.

Note: The RA-1000 normally displays Initiating Circuit Status (no individual circuit

troubles); however, models RAM-1016TZ, RAM-1032TZ, and RAX-1048TZ will allow individual circuit trouble indication. Indicating and Relay Circuits are not remotely displayed. For more details, see the Fire Alarm Control Panel manual.

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Wiring Instructions

RS-485 WIRING

The RS-485 wiring to the RAM1032(TZ) and RAM-1016(TZ) Module is recommended to be

24 VDC INPUT

twisted shielded pair as shown in the diagram. The wire gauge may be:

24 VDC OUTPUT

• 22 AWG up to 2000 ft.

• 20 AWG up to 4000 ft.

RS-485 INPUT

24V DC POWER WIRING

The RS-485 wiring from the fire alarm control panel to the annunciator(s) must be point-topoint from the fire alarm panel to the first annunciator, then to the next annunciator, and so on. No star wiring or T-tapping is allowed. Each RAM-1032(TZ) and RAM1016 Annunciator Module has a 120 ohm end-of-line resistor on its RS-485 output terminals. This is removed on all except the last wired module.

The 24 VDC field wiring needs to be of an appropriate gauge for the number of annunciators and the total wiring run length. Use the Current Drain for Battery Calculations on page 8 to calculate the maximum current for all annunciators summed together

RS-485 OUTPUT

24 VDC POWER FROM FIRE ALARM CONTROL PANEL OR PREVIOUS ANNUNCIATOR

24 VDC POWER TO NEXT ANNUNCIATOR

RS-485 FROM FIRE ALARM OR PREVIOUS ANNUNCIATOR (TWISTED SHIELDED PAIR)

RS-485 TO NEXT ANNUNCIATOR (TWISTED SHIELDED PAIR)

P11

Note: All circuits are power limited and must use type FPL, FPLR, or FPLP power limited cable.

ATTENTION: Accidentally connecting any of the 24 VDC wires to the RS-485 wiring will result in

damage to the annunciator and/or to the fire alarm control panel to which it is connected.

Max for all

Annunciators

Maximum Wiring Run to Last Annunciator

Max Loop

Resistance

18AWG 16AWG 14AWG 12AWG 0hms

Amperes ft. m ft. m ft. m ft. m Ohms

0.06 2350 716 3750 1143 6000 1829 8500 2591 30

0.12 1180 360 1850 567 3000 915 4250 1296 15

0.30 470 143 750 229 1200 366 1900 579 6

0.60 235 71 375 114 600 183 850 259 3

0.90 156 47 250 76 400 122 570 174 2

1.20 118 36 185 56 300 91 425 129 1.5

1.50 94 29 150 46 240 73 343 105 1.2

1.70 78 24 125 38 200 61 285 87 1.0

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DIP Switch Settings

Each annunciator assembly (main and adder chassis’) needs to be assigned a unique, sequential Address via the Main Chassis DIP Switch SW1. DIP Switch SW2 is used to allow disabling of some Front Panel push buttons (when individual switches are “ON” then the corresponding push button is disabled)

The RA-1000 DIP switches are set as:

SW1-1 = Address A0 SW2-1 = Disable System Reset button

SW1-2 = Address A1 SW2-2 = Disable Fire Drill button

SW1-3 = Address A2 SW2-3 = Disable Acknowledge button

SW1-4 = Address A3 SW2-4 = Disable General Alarm button

SW1-5 =

DIP SWITCH SW1 DIP SWITCH SW2

Must be set to “OFF” when used with FA-1000, FA-300,

SW2-5 = Not Used

and FA-200 Series

SW1-6 = Not Used SW2-6 =

Disable Auxiliary Disconnect button

SW1-7 = Not Used SW2-7 = Not Used

SW1-8 = Checksum Select SW2-8 = Disable Signal Silence button

Checksum Select:

ON when used with FX-2000 (16 bit checksum)

OFF when used with FA-1000, FA-300 and FA-200 Series (8 bit checksum)

For FA-1000, FA-300, and FA-200 Series Panels

Set the annunciator “Address” (see the manual for the fire alarm control panel being used), as follows in the table below:

DIP

Annunciator Address

Switch

Positions

SW1-1 (A0)

SW1-2 (A1)

SW1-3 (A2)

SW1-4 (A3)

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15

ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON

OFF ON ON OFF OFF ON ON OFF OFF ON ON OFF OFF ON ON

OFF OFF OFF ON ON ON ON OFF OFF OFF OFF ON ON ON ON

OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON

Notes: Annunciators on a common RS-485 connection must be numbered sequentially;

i.e.: 1,2,3,4, and not randomly such as 5,3,8, 14!! Note that NOT ALL annunciator “Addresses” are valid for all Fire Alarm Control Panels. Refer to the Fire Alarm Control Panel Manual for further information

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For FX-2000 Panels

Set the annunciator “Address” (see the manual for the fire alarm control panel being used), as follows in the table below:

Address SW1-1 SW1-2 SW1-3 SW1-4 SW1-5 Address SW1-1 SW1-2 SW1-3 SW1-4 SW1-5

ON OFF OFF OFF OFF

OFF ON OFF OFF OFF

ON ON OFF OFF OFF

OFF OFF ON OFF OFF

ON OFF ON OFF OFF

OFF ON ON OFF OFF

ON ON ON OFF OFF

OFF OFF OFF ON OFF

ON OFF OFF ON OFF

OFF ON OFF ON OFF

ON ON OFF ON OFF

OFF OFF ON ON OFF

ON OFF ON ON OFF

OFFONONONOFF

ON ON ON ON OFF

ON OFF OFF OFF ON

OFFONOFFOFFON

ON ON OFF OFF ON

OFF OFF ON OFF ON

ON OFF ON OFF ON

OFF ON ON OFF ON

ON ON ON OFF ON

OFF OFF OFF ON ON

ON OFF OFF ON ON

OFF ON OFF ON ON

ON ON OFF ON ON

OFF OFF ON ON ON

ONOFFONONON

OFFONONONON

ON ON ON ON ON

OFF OFF OFF OFF ON

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DIP Switch Settings

On the RAX-1048(TZ) Adder Annunciator Chassis:

P1: Connects to the Main Annunciator Chassis, or to the previous Adder Annunciator Chassis.

P2: Connects to the Next Adder Annunciator Chassis.

ADDER ANNUNCIATOR BOARD

On the RAM-1032(TZ) Main

Annunciator Chassis:

P2: Connects to the first Adder Annunciator Chassis.

P3,P11: Not used.

P2 P3 JUMPERS TERMINALS P11

Jumpers: Factory set. Do not change.

Terminals: See Wiring Instructions on

page 3 for details.

SW1, SW2: Set DIP Switches as described in “DIP Switch Settings” on page 4.

JW6: RS-485 termination jumper. Remove on all except for last RAM1032(TZ).

On the RAM-1016(TZ) Main Annunciator Chassis:

P2: Not used. No expansion allowed.

P3,P11: Not used.

Jumpers: Factory set. Do not change.

Terminals: See Wiring Instructions on page 3 for details.

JW6

MAIN ANNUNCIATOR BOARD

SW1 SW2

SW1, SW2: Set DIP Switches as described in “DIP Switch Settings” on page 4.

JW6: RS-485 termination jumper. Remove on all except for last RAM-1016(TZ).

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Specifications and Features

Enclosure Models

BB-1001: Backbox for one annunciator chassis with keylock door.

BB-1002: Backbox for up to two annunciator chassis with keylock door.

BB-1003: Backbox for up to three annunciator chassis with keylock door.

BB-1008: Backbox for up to eight annunciator chassis with keylock door.

BB-1012: Backbox for up to twelve annunciator chassis with keylock door.

Notes:

1. Enclosure finish: painted semi-gloss off white.

2. Material: BB-1001, BB-1002, BB-1003 are 18 GA. (0.048") thick CRS except the BB-1003 Door, which is 16 GA (0.060”). BB-1008, BB-1012 backboxes are 16 GA. (0.060") thick CRS, Doors are 14 GA (0.075”).

3. See Installation Instructions on page 2 for enclosure dimensions.

Module Models

RAM-1032(TZ) Main Annunciator Chassis, 32 Display Points (TZ version has 32 extra

trouble displays)

• 20 to 39 VDC (filtered or full-wave-rectified)

• Sealed membrane-like buttons and LED indicators.

• Local Buzzer, Indicators (AC-On, Common Trouble, Remote Failure, Aux. Disconnect, Acknowledge, General Alarm, Signal Silence, Test/Config Mode), and Controls (System Reset, Lamp Test, Fire Drill, Aux. Disconnect, Buzzer Silence, Signal Silence, General Alarm, Acknowledge).

• Buzzer silence activation silences the main fire alarm panel buzzer and all attached annunciator buzzers.

• Annunciation of up to 32 points (with trouble annunciation on the TZ version).

• Expandable by using up to four RAX modules.

• Standby: 50 mA Max., All LEDs “On”: 150 mA Max.

• TZ version: Standby 50mA Max., All LEDs “On”: 300mA Max.

RAM-1016(TZ) Main Annunciator Chassis, 16 Display Points (TZ version has 16 extra trouble displays)

• 20 to 39 VDC (filtered or full-wave-rectified)

• Sealed membrane-like buttons and LED indicators.

• Buzzer silence activation silences the main fire alarm panel buzzer and all attached annunciator buzzers.

• Annunciation of up to 16 points (with trouble annunciation on the TZ version).

• Non-expandable.

• Standby: 50 mA Max., All LEDs “On”: 75 mA Max.

• TZ version: Standby 50mA Max., All LED’s “On” 150 mA Max.

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Specifications and Features

RAX-1048(TZ) Adder Annunciator Chassis, 48 Display Points (TZ version has 48 extra trouble display points)

• Interconnect via one ribbon cable to RAM-1032(TZ) or to previous RAX-1048(TZ).

• Annunciation of up to 48 additional points (with trouble annunciation on the TZ version).

• Standby: 15 mA Max., All LEDs “On”: 100 mA Max.

• TZ version: Standby: 15mA Max., All LEDs “On”: 200mA Max.

Current Drain for Battery Calculations

The lamp test feature draws the maximum normal current because it illuminates all lamps on one chassis at a time. Thus the currents are:

Normal Standby Current = 50 mA+ ______________ X 15 mA = _________

(number of adder chassis)

Maximum = 150 mA+ ______________ X 15 mA= _________

(number of adder chassis)

Use the Normal Standby Current for battery size calculations (see the fire alarm control panel manual for battery calculations) and includes the current drain for the Trouble Buzzer, Trouble LED, and one alarm LED. Use the Maximum Current to calculate the wire size (see Wiring Instructions on page 3).

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Warranty & Warning Information

Warning Please Read Carefully

Note to End Users: This equipment is subject to terms and conditions of sale as follows:

Note to Installers

This warning contains vital information. As the only individual in contact with system users, it is your responsibility to bring each item in this warning to the attention of the users of this system. Failure to properly inform system end-users of the circumstances in which the system might fail may result in over-reliance upon the system. As a result, it is imperative that you properly inform each customer for whom you install the system of the possible forms of failure.

System Failures

This system has been carefully designed to be as effective as possible. There are circumstances, such as fire or other types of emergencies where it may not provide protection. Alarm systems of any type may be compromised deliberately or may fail to operate as expected for a variety of reasons. Some reasons for system failure include:

•Inadequate Installation

A Fire Alarm system must be installed in accordance with all the applicable codes and standards in order to provide adequate protection. An inspection and approval of the initial installation, or, after any changes to the system, must be conducted by the Local Authority Having Jurisdiction. Such inspections ensure installation has been carried out properly.

•Power Failure

Control units, smoke detectors and many other connected devices require an adequate power supply for proper operation. If the system or any device connected to the system operates from batteries, it is possible for the batteries to fail. Even if the batteries have not failed, they must be fully charged, in good condition and installed correctly. If a device operates only by AC power, any interruption, however brief, will render that device inoperative while it does not have power. Power interruptions of any length are often accompanied by voltage fluctuations which may damage electronic equipment such as a fire alarm system. After a power interruption has occurred, immediately conduct a complete system test to ensure that the system operates as intended.

•Failure of Replaceable Batteries

Systems with wireless transmitters have been designed to provide several years of battery life under normal conditions. The expected battery life is a function of the device environment, usage and type. Ambient conditions such as high humidity, high or low temperatures, or large temperature fluctuations may reduce the expected battery life. While each transmitting device has a low battery monitor which identifies when the batteries need to be replaced, this monitor may fail to operate as expected. Regular testing and maintenance will keep the system in good operating condition.

•Compromise of Radio Frequency (Wireless) Devices

Signals may not reach the receiver under all circumstances which could include metal objects placed on or near the radio path or deliberate jamming or other inadvertent radio signal interference.

•System Users

A user may not be able to operate a panic or emergency switch possibly due to permanent or temporary physical disability, inability to reach the device in time, or unfamiliarity with the correct operation. It is important that all system users be trained in the correct operation of the alarm system and that they know how to respond when the system indicates an alarm.

•Automatic Alarm Initiating Devices

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Warranty & Warning Information

Smoke detectors, heat detectors and other alarm initiating devices that are a part of this system may not properly detect a fire condition or signal the control panel to alert occupants of a fire condition for a number of reasons, such as: the smoke detectors or heat detector may have been improperly installed or positioned; smoke or heat may not be able to reach the alarm initiating device, such as when the fire is in a chimney, walls or roofs, or on the other side of closed doors; and, smoke and heat detectors may not detect smoke or heat from fires on another level of the residence or building.

•Software

Most Mircom products contain software. With respect to those products, Mircom does not warranty that the operation of the software will be uninterrupted or error-free or that the software will meet any other standard of performance, or that the functions or performance of the software will meet the user’s requirements. Mircom shall not be liable for any delays, breakdowns, interruptions, loss, destruction, alteration or other problems in the use of a product arising our of, or caused by, the software.

Every fire is different in the amount and rate at which smoke and heat are generated. Smoke detectors cannot sense all types of fires equally well. Smoke detectors may not provide timely warning of fires caused by carelessness or safety hazards such as smoking in bed, violent explosions, escaping gas, improper storage of flammable materials, overloaded electrical circuits, children playing with matches or arson.

Even if the smoke detector or heat detector operates as intended, there may be circumstances when there is insufficient warning to allow all occupants to escape in time to avoid injury or death.

•Alarm Notification Appliances

Alarm Notification Appliances such as sirens, bells, horns, or strobes may not warn people or waken someone sleeping if there is an intervening wall or door. If notification appliances are located on a different level of the residence or premise, then it is less likely that the occupants will be alerted or awakened. Audible notification appliances may be interfered with by other noise sources such as stereos, radios, televisions, air conditioners or other appliances, or passing traffic. Audible notification appliances, however loud, may not be heard by a hearing-impaired person.

•Telephone Lines

If telephone lines are used to transmit alarms, they may be out of service or busy for certain periods of time. Also the telephone lines may be compromised by such things as criminal tampering, local construction, storms or earthquakes.

•Insufficient Time

There may be circumstances when the system will operate as intended, yet the occupants will not be protected from the emergency due to their inability to respond to the warnings in a timely manner. If the system is monitored, the response may not occur in time enough to protect the occupants or their belongings.

•Component Failure

Although every effort has been made to make this system as reliable as possible, the system may fail to function as intended due to the failure of a component.

•Inadequate Testing

Most problems that would prevent an alarm system from operating as intended can be discovered by regular testing and maintenance. The complete system should be tested as required by national standards and the Local Authority Having Jurisdiction and immediately after a fire, storm, earthquake, accident, or any kind of construction activity inside or outside the premises. The testing should include all sensing devices, keypads, consoles, alarm indicating devices and any other operational devices that are part of the system.

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•Security and Insurance

Regardless of its capabilities, an alarm system is not a substitute for property or life insurance. An alarm system also is not a substitute for property owners, renters, or other occupants to act prudently to prevent or minimize the harmful effects of an emergency situation.

IMPORTANT NOTE: End-users of the system must take care to ensure that the system, batteries, telephone lines, etc. are tested and examined on a regular basis to ensure the minimization of system failure.

Limited Warranty

Mircom Technologies Ltd. warrants the original purchaser that for a period of two years from the date of manufacture, the product shall be free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. During the warranty period, Mircom Technologies Ltd. shall, at its option, repair or replace any defective product upon return of the product to its factory, at no charge for labor and materials. Any replacement and/or repaired parts are warranted for the remainder of the original warranty or ninety (90) days, whichever is longer. The original owner must promptly notify Mircom Technologies Ltd. in writing that there is defect in material or workmanship, such written notice to be received in all events prior to expiration of the warranty period.

International Warranty

The warranty for international customers is the same as for any customer within Canada and the United States, with the exception that Mircom Technologies Ltd. shall not be responsible for any customs fees, taxes, or VAT that may be due.

Conditions to Void Warranty

This warranty applies only to defects in parts and workmanship relating to normal use. It does not cover:

•damage incurred in shipping or handling;

•damage caused by disaster such as fire, flood, wind, earthquake or lightning;

•damage due to causes beyond the control of Mircom Technologies Ltd. such as excessive voltage, mechanical shock or

•water damage;

•damage caused by unauthorized attachment, alterations, modifications or foreign objects;

•damage caused by peripherals (unless such peripherals were supplied by Mircom Technologies Ltd.);

•defects caused by failure to provide a suitable installation environment for the products;

•damage caused by use of the products for purposes other than those for which it was designed;

•damage from improper maintenance;

•damage arising out of any other abuse, mishandling or improper application of the products.

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Warranty Procedure

To obtain service under this warranty, please return the item(s) in question to the point of purchase. All authorized distributors and dealers have a warranty program. Anyone returning goods to Mircom Technologies Ltd. must first obtain an authorization number. Mircom Technologies Ltd. will not accept any shipment whatsoever for which prior authorization has not been obtained. NOTE: Unless specific pre-authorization in writing is obtained from Mircom management, no credits will be issued for custom fabricated products or parts or for complete fire alarm system. Mircom will at its sole option, repair or replace parts under warranty. Advance replacements for such items must be purchased.

Note: Mircom Technologies Ltd.’s liability for failure to repair the product under this warranty after a reasonable number of attempts will be limited to a replacement of the product, as the exclusive remedy for breach of warranty.

Disclaimer of Warranties

This warranty contains the entire warranty and shall be in lieu of any and all other warranties, whether expressed or implied (including all implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose) And of all other obligations or liabilities on the part of Mircom Technologies Ltd. neither assumes nor authorizes any other person purporting to act on its behalf to modify or to change this warranty, nor to assume for it any other warranty or liability concerning this product.

This disclaimer of warranties and limited warranty are governed by the laws of the province of Ontario, Canada.

Out of Warranty Repairs

Mircom Technologies Ltd. will at its option repair or replace out-of-warranty products which are returned to its factory according to the following conditions. Anyone returning goods to Mircom Technologies Ltd. must first obtain an authorization number. Mircom Technologies Ltd. will not accept any shipment whatsoever for which prior authorization has not been obtained.

Products which Mircom Technologies Ltd. determines to be repairable will be repaired and returned. A set fee which Mircom Technologies Ltd. has predetermined and which may be revised from time to time, will be charged for each unit repaired.

Products which Mircom Technologies Ltd. determines not to be repairable will be replaced by the nearest equivalent product available at that time. The current market price of the replacement product will be charged for each replacement unit.

WARNING: Mircom Technologies Ltd. recommends that the entire system be completely tested on a regular basis. However, despite frequent testing, and due to, but not limited to, criminal tampering or electrical disruption, it is possible for this product to fail to perform as expected.

NOTE: Under no circumstances shall Mircom Technologies Ltd. be liable for any special, incidental, or consequential damages based upon breach of warranty, breach of contract, negligence, strict liability, or any other legal theory. Such damages include, but are not limited to, loss of profits, loss of the product or any associated equipment, cost of capital, cost of substitute or replacement equipment, facilities or services, down time, purchaser’s time, the claims of third parties, including customers, and injury to property.

MIRCOM MAKES NO WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH RESPECT TO ITS GOODS DELIVERED, NOR IS THERE ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, EXCEPT FOR THE WARRANTY CONTAINED HEREIN.

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