ProForm PETL55133 User Manual

Model No. PETL5513.3
Serial No.

Write the serial number in the space
above for future reference.

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customer satisfaction. If you
have questions, or if there are
missing or damaged parts,
please call:

USER’S MANUAL

08457 089 009

Or write:
ICON Health & Fitness, Ltd.
Unit 4
Revie Road Industrial Estate
Revie Road, Beeston
Leeds, LS11 8JG
UK

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CAUTION

Read all precautions and instruc
tions in this manual before using
this equipment. Save this man
ual for future reference.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

HOW TO USE THE CHEST PULSE SENSOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

TREADMILL OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover

Note: An EXPLODED DRAWING is attached in the centre of this manual.

PROFORM is a registered trademark of ICON IP, Inc.

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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

WARNING: T

following important precautions and information before operating the treadmill.

1. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of this treadmill are adequately
informed of all warnings and precautions.

2. Use the treadmill only as described in this
manual.

3. Place the treadmill on a level surface, with at
least 2.5 m (8 ft.) of clearance behind it and

0.5 m (2 ft.) on each side. Do not place the
treadmill on any surface that blocks air open­ings. To protect the floor or carpet from dam­age, place a mat under the treadmill.

4. Keep the treadmill indoors, away from mois­ture and dust. Do not put the treadmill in a
garage or covered patio, or near water.

5. Do not operate the treadmill where aerosol
products are used or oxygen is administered.

6. Keep children under the age of 12 and pets
away from the treadmill at all times.

7. The treadmill should be used only by persons
weighing 115 kg (250 lbs.) or less. Never
allow more than one person on the treadmill
at a time.

o reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the

10. If an extension cord is needed, use only a 3­conductor, 1mm2(14-gauge) cord that is no
longer than 1.5 m (5 ft.).

11. Keep the power cord away from heated
surfaces.

12. Never move the walking belt whilst the power
is turned off. Do not operate the treadmill if
the power cord or plug is damaged, or if the
treadmill is not working properly. (See
BEFORE YOU BEGIN on page 5 if the tread­mill is not working properly.)

13. Never start the treadmill whilst you are stand­ing on the walking belt. Always hold the
handrails whilst using the treadmill.

14. The treadmill is capable of high speeds.
Adjust the speed in small increments to avoid
sudden jumps in speed.

15. The pulse sensors are not medical devices.
Various factors, including the user’s move­ment, may affect the accuracy of heart rate
readings. The pulse sensors are intended
only as exercise aids in determining heart
rate trends in general.

8. Wear appropriate exercise clothes whilst
using the treadmill. Do not wear loose clothes
that could become caught in the treadmill.
Athletic support clothes are recommended
for both men and women.

Always wear ath­letic shoes. Never use the treadmill with bare
feet, wearing only stockings, or in sandals.

9. When connecting the power cord (see page

10), plug the power cord into an earthed cir
cuit. No other appliance should be on the
same circuit. When replacing the fuse, an
ASTA approved BS1362 type should be fitted
to the fuse carrier. A 13 amp fuse should be
used.

16. Never leave the treadmill unattended whilst it
is running. Always remove the key, unplug
the power cord, and move the on/off switch to
the off position when the treadmill is not in
use. (See the drawing on page 5 for the loca­tion of the on/off switch.)

17. Do not attempt to raise, lower, or move the
treadmill until it is properly assembled. (See

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ASSEMBLY on page 6, and HOW
AND MOVE THE TREADMILL on page 24.)
You must be able to safely lift 20 kg (45 lbs.)
to raise, lower, or move the treadmill.

When folding or moving the treadmill, make

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sure that the storage latch is fully closed.

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TO FOLD

19. Whilst using iFIT.com CDs and videos, an
lectronic “chirping” sound will alert you

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when the speed and/or incline of the treadmill

s about to change. Always listen for the

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“chirp” and be prepared for speed and/or in-

line changes. In some instances, the speed

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and/or incline may change before the per­sonal trainer describes the change.

20. Whilst using iFIT.com CDs and videos, you

can manually override the speed and incline
settings at any time by pressing the speed
and incline buttons. However, when the next
“chirp” is heard, the speed and/or incline will
change to the next settings of the CD or video
program.

22. Inspect and properly tighten all parts of the
readmill every three months.

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23. Never drop or insert any object into any

pening.

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DANGER: Always unplug the power

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cord immediately after use, before cleaning
the treadmill, and before performing the
maintenance and adjustment procedures de­scribed in this manual. Never remove the
motor hood unless instructed to do so by an
authorized service representative. Servicing
other than the procedures in this manual
should be performed by an authorized ser­vice representative only.

21. Always remove iFIT.com CDs and videos from
your CD player or VCR when you are not
using them.

25. The treadmill is intended for in-home use
only. Do not use the treadmill in any
commercial, rental, or institutional setting.

WARNING: Before beginning this or any exercise program, consult your physician. This

is especially important for persons over the age of 35 or persons with pre-existing health problems.
Read all instructions before using. ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property
damage sustained by or through the use of this product.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

The decals shown below have been placed on your treadmill. If a decal is missing
or illegible, please call our Customer Service Department toll-free at to order a free
replacement decal. Apply the decal in the location shown. Note: The decals are not
shown actual size.

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Congratulations for purchasing the PROFORM®590
HR treadmill. The 590 HR treadmill offers an impres­sive array of features to help you achieve your fitness
goals in the convenience of your home. From the ad­vanced console to the cushioned walking platform, the

90 HR treadmill is designed to make each workout

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more effective and enjoyable. And when you’re not ex­ercising, the treadmill can be folded away, taking less
than half the floor space of conventional treadmills.

For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
using the treadmill. If you have questions after read-

Accessory Tray

Handrail

Latch Knob

ing this manual, please call our Customer Service
Department at 08457 089 009. To help us assist you,
please note the product model number and serial num­ber before calling. The model number of the treadmill
is PETL5513.3. The serial number can be found on a

ecal attached to the treadmill (see the front cover of

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this manual for the location).

Before reading further, please familiarize yourself with
the parts that are labeled in the drawing below.

Fan

Console

Handgrip Pulse Sensor

Key/Clip

Walking Belt

Foot Rail

BACK

Rear Roller
Adjustment Bolts

Circuit Breaker

On/Off switch

Cushioned Walking Platform

RIGHT SIDE

5

3/4” Screw (6)–16

Internal Star

Washer (72)–6

1 1/4” Bolt (104)–4

Wheel Bolt (107)–2

Wheel Nut (21)–2

2” Silver Screw (93)–2

1 1/4” Screw (92)–2

1” Bolt (71)–2

ASSEMBLY

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DOWN

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ssembly requires two persons.Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials. Do not

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dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. Note: The underside of the treadmill walking belt is
coated with high-performance lubricant. During shipping, a small amount of lubricant may be transferred to the
top of the walking belt or the shipping carton. This is a normal condition and does not affect treadmill perfor­mance. If there is lubricant on top of the walking belt, simply wipe off the lubricant with a soft cloth and a mild,
non-abrasive cleaner.

Assembly requires the included hex keys and your own phillips screwdriver , wire
cutters , rubber mallet , and adjustable spanner .

For help identifying the assembly hardware, refer to the drawings below. Note: The assembly hardware and other
small parts are packaged in separate part bags.

part bags are not labeled according to the order in which they are to be opened.) If a part is not found in
the part bags, check to see if the part has been preassembled.

Do not open the part bags until instructed to do so. (The

1. Open part bag B. Identify the Right Upright (82) (the
Left Upright [69] has a large round hole in the location
shown). Lay the Right Upright flat, and cut the plastic
ties off the lower end. Next, feed the Wire Harness (83)
into the bottom of the Right Upright and pull it out of the
hole in the top. Note: There may be a tie on the end of
the Wire Harness to help you pull it through the hole.

Attach the Right Upright (82) to the bracket on the right
side of the Base (109) with two 1 1/4” Bolts (104) and
two Internal Star Washers (72). (Note: It may be helpful
to use a rubber mallet to fully insert the Right Upright
into the bracket.)

careful not to damage the Wire Harness.

Attach the Left Upright (69) to the left side of the
Base (109) in the same way.

harness on the left side.

Do not tighten the Bolts yet. Be

Note: There is not a wire

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Hole

6

83

82

69

Bracket

72

104

109

2. Open part bag C. See drawing 2a. Attach a Wheel (108)
to each Wheel Housing (106) with a Wheel Bolt (107)

nd a Wheel Nut (21) as shown. D

a

Wheel Bolts.

o not overtighten the

a

2

107

21

106

107

06

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See drawing 2b. Insert a Wheel Housing (106) into the
Base (109). (Note: It may be helpful to use a rubber mallet
to fully insert the Wheel Housing.) Next, press a Base
Endcap (99) into the Base.

Repeat this step on the opposite side of the treadmill.

3. With the help of a second person, carefully tip the
Uprights (69, 82) down so the treadmill pivots on the
Wheels (108) as shown.

Tighten a 3/4” Screw (6) into one side of the Base (109)
and one of the Wheel Housings (106). Attach a
Base Pad (105) and a short Front Base Pad (100) to the
Base with four additional 3/4” Screws (6) as shown.

Repeat this step on the opposite side of the treadmill.

With the help of a second person, carefully raise the
Uprights (69, 82) to the vertical position.

long Rear

3

2b

82

100

108

69

08

1

99

109

106

6

100

109

6

105

4. Open part bag A. With the help of a second person,
hold the Console Base (85) near the Uprights (69, 82) as
shown.

Connect the Wire Harness (83) to the wire harness in
the Right Handrail Bracket (113). Make sure to connect

the connectors properly (see the inset drawing). The
connectors should slide together easily and snap
into place.

and snap into place, turn one connector and try to con­nect them again.

CONNECTED PROPERLY, THE CONSOLE MAY BE
DAMAGED WHEN THE POWER IS TURNED ON.

Insert the wires harnesses into the Right Upright (82).

Hold the Handrail Brackets (73, 113) on top of the
Uprights (69, 82). Finger tighten two 1” Bolts (71) with
Internal Star Washers (72) into the Handrail Brackets
and the tops of the Uprights as shown.

Handrail Brackets towards the centre of the tread
mill. Then, tighten both Bolts.

If the connectors do not slide together easily

IF THE CONNECTORS ARE NOT

Press the

108

6

83

109

6

105

6

106

4

71

72

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108

73

85

69

83

106

71

72

113

82

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5. Hold the Pulse Bar (125) near the Console Base (85).
Connect the Pulse Wire (124) on the Pulse Bar to the in-

icated wire on the Console Base. T

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should slide together easily and snap into place. If

he connectors do not slide together easily and snap into

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place, turn one connector and try to connect them again.
Insert the wires into the hole in the Console Base.

Have a second person hold the Pulse Bar (125) firmly on
the Console Base (85). Attach the Pulse Bar to the
Console Base with two

tions shown. Be careful not to damage the Pulse
Wire (124) or the wire on the Console Base.

tighten two 2” Silver Screws (93) into the Console Base
and the Pulse Bar in the locations shown.

correct Screws must be used in the correct loca­tions, or the Pulse Bar may be damaged.

1 1/4” Screws (92) in the loca-

he connectors

Next,

Note: The

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93

92

124

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1

124

93

85

92

6. Identify the Left and Right Handrails (68, 81) (see the
end views of the Handrails in the inset drawing). The
curved edges of the Handrails should be on the outside.

Slide the Right Handrail (81) onto the Right Handrail
Bracket (113), and press the lip on the front of the Right
Handrail under the Console Base (85). (Note: It may be
helpful to tip the Right Handrail and to tap it with a rub­ber mallet to correctly position it.) Tighten three 3/4”
Screws (6) into the Right Handrail as shown. Note: It
may be necessary to move the lower end of the Right
Handrail slightly to align the lower screw hole.

Attach the Left Handrail (68) in the same way.

See assembly step 1. Tighten the four 1 1/4” Bolts
(104).

7. Press the Latch Knob Sleeve (75) into the Left Upright
(69). Note: It may be helpful to use a rubber mallet to
fully insert the Latch Knob Sleeve.

Remove the Latch Knob (70) from the Latch Pin (80).
Make sure that the Latch Pin Collar (78) and the Spring
(77) are on the Latch Pin. (Note: If there are two Latch
Pin Collars, place one on each side of the Spring.) Insert
the Latch Pin into the Left Upright (69) and tighten the
Latch Knob onto the Latch Pin.

6

68

6

Curved Edge

(81)

7

70

(68)

75

77

81

78

80

Lip

85

113

6

69

8. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the treadmill. Note: Extra hardware may
be included. Keep the included hex keys in a secure place. The large hex key is used to adjust the walking
belt (see page 26). To protect the floor or carpet, place a mat under the treadmill.

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HOW TO USE THE CHEST PULSE SENSOR

OW TO PUT ON THE CHEST PULSE SENSOR

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he chest pulse sensor consists of two components:

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the chest strap and the sensor unit (see the drawing
below). Insert the tab on one end of the chest strap into
one end of the sensor unit, as shown in the inset draw­ing. Press the end of the sensor unit under the buckle
on the chest strap. The tab should be flush with the
front of the sensor unit.

ach use, it may remain activated longer than nec-

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essary, draining the battery prematurely.

• Store the chest pulse sensor in a warm, dry place.
Do not store the chest pulse sensor in a plastic bag
or other container that may trap moisture.

• Do not expose the chest pulse sensor to direct
sunlight for extended periods of time; do not expose
it to temperatures above 50° Celsius (122°
Fahrenheit) or below -10° Celsius (14° Fahrenheit).

Chest Strap

Tabs

Tab

Sensor Unit

Next, wrap the
chest pulse sen­sor around your
chest and attach
the other end of
the chest strap to
the sensor unit.
Adjust the length
of the chest strap,
if necessary. The
chest pulse sensor should be under your clothes, tight
against your skin, and as high under the pectoral mus­cles or breasts as is comfortable. Make sure that the
logo on the sensor unit is facing forward and is right­side-up.

Pull the sensor unit away from your body a few inches
and locate the two electrode areas on the inner side
(the electrode areas are covered by shallow ridges).
Using saline solution such as saliva or contact lens so­lution, wet both electrode areas. Return the sensor unit
to a position against your chest.

Sensor

Unit

Buckle

• Do not excessively bend or stretch the sensor unit
when using or storing the chest pulse sensor.

• Clean the sensor unit using a damp cloth—never
use alcohol, abrasives, or chemicals. The chest
strap may be hand washed and air dried.

CHEST PULSE SENSOR TROUBLESHOOTING

The instructions on the following pages explain
how the chest pulse sensor is used with the con­sole. If the chest pulse sensor does not function
properly, try the steps below.

• Make sure that you are wearing the chest pulse sen­sor as described at the left. Note: If the chest pulse
sensor does not function when positioned as de­scribed, move it slightly lower or higher on your chest.

• Use saline solution such as saliva or contact lens
solution to wet the two electrode areas on the
sensor unit. If heart rate readings do not appear until
you begin perspiring, re-wet the electrode areas.

• As you walk or run on the treadmill, position your­self near the centre of the walking belt.

console to display heart rate readings, the user
must be within arm’s length of the console.

• The chest pulse sensor is designed to work with
people who have normal heart rhythms. Heart rate
reading problems may be caused by medical
conditions such as premature ventricular contrac­tions (pvcs), tachycardia bursts, and arrhythmia.

For the

CHEST PULSE SENSOR

• Thoroughly dry the chest pulse sensor after each
use. The chest pulse sensor is activated when the
electrode areas are wetted and the heart rate
monitor is put on; the chest pulse sensor shuts off
when it is removed and the electrode areas are
dried. If the chest pulse sensor is not dried after

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

The operation of the chest pulse sensor can be

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affected by magnetic interference caused by high
power lines or other sources. If it is suspected that
this is a problem, try relocating the treadmill.

The CR2032 battery may need to be replaced (see

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page 27).

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TREADMILL OPERATION

THE PERFORMANT LUBETMWALKING BELT

Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with PERFORMANT LUBETM, a high-performance lubricant. IMPOR-

ANT: Never apply silicone spray or other substances to the walking belt or the walking platform. Such

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substances will deteriorate the walking belt and cause excessive wear.

HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD

This product must be earthed. If it should malfunction or break

down, earthing provides a path of least resistance for electric cur­rent to reduce the risk of electric shock. This product is equipped
with a power cord having an equipment-earthing conductor and an
earthing plug. Important: If the power cord is damaged, it must

be replaced with a manufacturer-recommended power cord.

See drawing 1. Plug the indicated end of the power cord into the
socket on the treadmill.

See drawing 2. Press the pins on the power cord into the metal clips
in the adapter as shown. Close the adapter cover over the end of the
power cord and tighten the screw in the adapter.

sure that the adapter cover is secure and the screw has been
tightened before using the power cord.

See drawing 3. Plug the power cord into an appropriate outlet that is
properly installed and earthed in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances. Important: The treadmill is not compatible with

GFCI-equipped outlets.

Important: Make

1

2

Screw

Adapter

3

Socket on Treadmill

Adapter

Cover

Pins

Metal

Clips

Outlet

DANGER: Improper connection of the equipment-earthing conductor can result in an in-

creased risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as
to whether the product is properly earthed. Do not modify the plug provided with the product—if it will
not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

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Fan Button

Key

Note: If there are sheets of clear plastic on the console, remove them.

FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE

The treadmill console offers an impressive array of
features designed to help you get the most from your
workouts.

Whilst the manual mode of the console is selected, the
speed and incline of the treadmill can be changed with
the touch of a button. As you exercise, the console will
display instant exercise feedback. You can even mea­sure your heart rate using the handgrip pulse sensor or
the chest pulse sensor.

In addition, the console offers four preset programs.
Each program automatically controls the speed and in­cline of the treadmill as it guides you through an effec­tive workout. Four heart rate programs are also offered.
Each program automatically adjusts the speed and in­cline of the treadmill to keep your heart rate near a tar­get heart rate whilst you exercise.

The console also features iFIT.com interactive technol­ogy. Having iFIT.com technology is like having a per­sonal trainer in your home. Using the included audio

Clip

cable, you can connect the treadmill to your home
stereo, portable stereo, computer, or VCR and play
special iFIT.com CD and video programs (iFIT.com
CDs and videocassettes are available separately).
iFIT.com CD and video programs automatically control
the speed and incline of the treadmill as a personal
trainer guides you through every step of your workout.
High-energy music provides added motivation. To pur-

chase iFIT.com CDs or videocassettes, visit our
Web site at www.iFIT.com.

With the treadmill connected to your computer, you
can also go to our Web site at www.iFIT.com and ac­cess programs directly from the internet. Additional op
tions are soon to be available. See www.iFIT.com for

more information.

To use the manual mode of the console, follow the

steps beginning on page 12. To use a preset program,
see page 14. To use a heart rate program, see page

16. To use an iFIT.com CD or video

page 20. To use iFIT.com programs directly from

our Web site, see page 22.

program

, see

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