Ricoh AFICIO 1515F, 3515, DSM415F, LD015, DSM415 User Manual
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Operating Instructions
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Placing Originals
Copying
Troubleshooting
User Tools (Copier Features)
Remarks
Copy Reference
CPY
Specifications
Read this manual carefully before you use this product and keep it handy for future reference.
For safe and correct use, please be sure to read the Safety Information in this manual before
using the machine.
Type for 3515/DSm415/LD015 /Aficio 1515
Type for 3515F/DSm415f/LD015f /Aficio 1515F
Type for 3515MF/DSm415pf/LD015spf /Aficio 1515MF
Printed in China
EN USA B129-6607
Introduction
This manual describes detailed instructions on the operation and notes about the use of this machine.
To get maximum versatility from this machine all operators are requested to read this manual carefully
and follow the instructions. Please keep this manual in a handy place near the machine.
Important
Contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice. In no event will the company be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages as a result of han dling or operating the machine.
Notes
Some illustrations in this manual might be slightly different from the machine.
Certain options might not be available in some countries. For details, please contact your local dealer.
Laser Safety:
CDRH Regulations
This equipment complies with requirements of 21 CFR subchapter J for class 1 lase r products. This
equipment contains a 5 milliwatt, 760-800 nanometer wavelength, GaAIAs laser diode. This equipment
does not emit hazardous light, since the beam is totally enclosed during all customer modes of operation and maintenance.
Caution:
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified in this manual
might result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Notes:
Certain types might not be available in some countries. For details, please contact your local dealer.
Two kinds of size notation are employed in this manual. With this machine refer to the inch version.
For good copy quality, the supplier recommends that you use genuine toner from the supplier.
The supplier shall not be responsible for any damage or expense that might result from the use of parts
other than genuine parts from the supplier with your office products.
Power Source
120V, 60Hz, 8A or more Please be sure to connect the power cord to a power source as above. For details about power source,
see p.51 “Power Connection”.
In accordance with IEC 60417, this machine uses the following symbols for the main power switch:
a means POWER ON.
c means STAND BY.
Trademark
PostScript
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and Acrobat® are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated.
Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and might be trademarks of their
respective companies. We disclaim any and all rights to those marks.
Copyright © 2003
Manuals for This Machine
The following manuals describe the operational procedures of this machine. For
particular functions, see the relevant parts of the manual.
Note
Manuals provided are specific to machine type.
Adobe Acrobat Reader is necessary to view the manuals as a PDF file.
Two CD-ROMs are provided:
• CD-ROM 1 "Operating Instructions for Printer/Scanner"
• CD-ROM 2 "Scanner Driver & Document Management Utilities"
General Settings Guide
Provides an overview of the machine and describes System Settings (paper
trays, Key Operator Tools, etc.), and troubleshooting.
Refer to this manual for Address Book procedures such as registering fax
numbers, e-mail addresses, and user codes.
Network Guide (PDF file - CD-ROM1)
Describes procedures for configuring the machine and computers in a network environment.
Copy Reference (this manual)
Describes operations, functions, and troubleshooting for the machine's copier function.
Facsimile Reference <Basic Features>
Describes operations, functions, and troubleshooting for the machine's facsimile function.
Facsimile Reference <Advanced Features>
Describes advanced functions and settings for key operators.
Printer Reference 1
Describes system settings and operations for the machine's printer function.
Printer Reference 2 (PDF file - CD-ROM1)
Describes operations, functions, and troubleshooting for the machine's printer function.
Scanner Reference (PDF file - CD-ROM1)
Describes operations, functions, and troubleshooting for the machine's scanner function.
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Manuals for DeskTopBinder V2 Lite
DeskTopBinder V2 Lite is a utility included on the CD-ROM labeled "Scanner
Driver & Document Management Utilities".
• DeskTopBinder V2 Lite Setup Guide (PDF file - CD-ROM2)
Describes installation of, and the operating environment for DeskTop-
Binder V2 Lite in detail. This guide can be displayed from the [Setup] dia-
log box when DeskTopBinder V2 Lite is installed.
• DeskTopBinder V2 Introduction Guide (PDF file - CD-ROM2)
Describes operations of DeskTopBinder V2 Lite and provides an overview
of its functions. This guide is added to the [Start] menu when DeskTop-
Binder V2 Lite is installed.
•Auto Document Link Guide (PDF file - CD-ROM2)
Describes operations and functions of Auto Document Link installed with
DeskTopBinder V2 Lite. This guide is added to the [Start] menu when
DeskTopBinder V2 Lite is installed.
Manuals for ScanRouter V2 Lite
ScanRouter V2 Lite is a utility included on the CD-ROM labeled "Scanner
Driver & Document Management Utilities".
• ScanRouter V2 Lite Setup Guide (PDF file - CD-ROM2)
Describes installation of, settings, and the operating environment for Scan-
Router V2 Lite in detail. This guide can be displayed from the [Setup] dia-
log box when ScanRouter V2 Lite is installed.
• ScanRouter V2 Lite Management Guide (PDF file - CD-ROM2)
Describes delivery server management and operations, and provides an
overview of ScanRouter V2 Lite functions. This guide is added to the [Start]
menu when ScanRouter V2 Lite is installed.
Other manuals
• PostScript3 Supplement (PDF file - CD-ROM1)
• Unix Supplement (Available from an authorized dealer, or as a PDF file on our Web site.)
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Manuals for This Machine......................................................................................i
Notice......................................................................................................................1
How to Read This Manual .....................................................................................3
Safety Information .................................................................................................4
Safety During Operation....................................................................... ... ...................4
Positions of RWARNING and RCAUTION Labels.............................................6
Control Panel.......................................................................................................... 8
Display .......................................................................................................................9
Turning On the Power .........................................................................................11
Turning On the Main Power.....................................................................................11
Turning On the Power................................................................. ... ..........................11
Turning Off the Power............................................................... ...............................12
Turning Off the Main Power.............................................................. .......................12
Saving Energy..................................................................... ... ................................. .13
1. Placing Originals
Originals ...............................................................................................................15
Sizes and Weights of Recommended Originals.......................................................15
Sizes Selectable as Regular Size Originals.............................................................16
Missing Image Area ................................ .................................. .. .............................16
Placing Originals..................................................................................................17
Original Orientation..................................................................................................17
Placing Originals on the Exposure Glass.................................................................17
Placing Originals in the ADF....................................................................................18
Placing Regular Size Originals............................................... ... ...............................18
Placing Custom Size Originals............................................ .................................... .19
2. Copying
Basic Procedure...................................................................................................21
Copying from the Bypass Tray...........................................................................22
When copying onto regular size paper.....................................................................24
When copying onto custom size paper....................................................................24
When copying onto special paper............................................................................25
When copying onto envelopes.................................................................................25
Copier Functions .................................................................................................27
Adjusting Image Density ..........................................................................................27
Selecting Original Type Setting................................................................................27
Selecting Copy Paper ..............................................................................................28
Preset Reduce/Enlarge............................................................................................28
Zoom........................................................................................................................29
Sort...........................................................................................................................30
Duplex......................................................................................................................31
One-Sided Combine.................................................................................................32
Two-Sided Combine................................................. ................................................33
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3. Troubleshooting
If Your Machine Does Not Operate As You Want..............................................35
When a Message Is Displayed.................................................................................35
If You Cannot Make Clear Copies.......................................................................36
If You Cannot Make Copies As You Want .........................................................37
When Memory Is Full...............................................................................................38
B Loading Paper.................................................................................................39
Loading Paper..........................................................................................................39
D Adding Toner...................................................................................................40
Handling Toner.........................................................................................................40
Toner Storage..........................................................................................................40
Used Toner ..............................................................................................................40
Removing Toner...................................................................................................41
Inserting Toner.....................................................................................................42
4. User Tools (Copier Features)
Accessing User Tools (Copier Features)...........................................................43
Changing Default Settings .......................................................................................43
Quitting User Tools .............................. .................................. ... ...............................44
Settings You Can Change with User Tools.......................................................45
Auto Tray Switching............................................................ ... ... ...............................45
Original Type Setting ...............................................................................................45
Duplex Mode Priority................................................................................................45
Orientation................................................................................................................46
Max. Number of Sets .............................. .................................. .. .............................46
Original Count Display .............................................................................................46
Reproduction Ratio ..................................................................................................46
Preset R/E Priority ...................................................................................................47
Duplex Margin..........................................................................................................47
5. Remarks
Do's and Don'ts....................................................................................................49
Where to Put Your Machine................................................................................50
Machine Environment ..............................................................................................50
Moving......................................................................................................................51
Power Connection....................................................................................................51
Access to the Machine.............................................................................................52
Maintaining Your Machine ..................................................................................53
Cleaning the Exposure Glass...................................................................................53
Cleaning the ADF.....................................................................................................53
6. Specifications
Combination Chart...............................................................................................55
Supplementary Information................................................................................56
INDEX.........................................................................................................59
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Notice
Important
Do not make copies of any item for which copying is prohibited by law.
Copying the following items is normally prohibited by local law:
Bank billes, revenue stamps, bonds, stock certificates, bank drafts, checks, passports, driver's licenses.
Notice To Wireless LAN Interface (option) Users
Notes to users in the United States of America
Notice:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Warning
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
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Note to users in Canada
Note:
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device.
IEEE 802.11b Interface Unit Type D:
This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
The term “IC:” before the certification/registration number only signifies that
the Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to
be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding.
Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing.
Remarque concernant les utilisateurs au Canada
Avertissement:
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme á la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
L'utilisation de ce dispositif est autorisée seulement aux conditions suivantes: (1)
il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et (2) l'utilisateur du dispositif doit être prêt
á accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique reçu, même si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif.
IEEE 802.11b Interface Unit Type D:
Ce dispositif est conforme á la norme CNR-210 d'Industrie Canada.
L'expression «IC:» avant le numéro d'homologation/enregistrement signifie
seulement que les spécifications techniques d'Industrie Canada ont été respectées.
Pour empêcher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l'objet
d'une licence, il doit être utilisé á l'intérieur et devrait être placé loin des fenêtres
afin de fournir un écran de blindage maximal.
Si le matériel (ou son antenne d'emission) est installe á l'extérieur, il doit faire
l'objet d'une licence.
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How to Read This Manual
R
R
Symbols
The following set of symbols is used in this manual.
WARNING:
This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation that might result in
death or serious injury when you misuse the machine without following the instructions under this symbol. Be sure to read the instructions, all of which are described in the Safety Information section.
CAUTION:
This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation that might result in minor or moderate injury or property damage that does not involve personal injury
when you misuse the machine without following the instructions under this
symbol. Be sure to read the instructions, all of which are described in the Safety
Information section.
* The statements above are notes for your safety.
Important
If this instruction is not followed, paper might be misfed, originals might be
damaged, or data might be lost. Be sure to read this.
Preparation
This symbol indicates information or preparations required prior to operating.
Note
This symbol indicates precautions for operation, or actions to take after abnormal operation.
Limitation
This symbol indicates numerical limits, functions that cannot be used together,
or conditions in which a particular function cannot be used.
Reference
This symbol indicates a reference.
[]
Keys that appear on the machine's display panel.
{}
Keys built into the machine's control panel.
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Safety Information
R
R
When using this machine, the following safety precautions should always be followed.
Safety During Operation
In this manual, the following important symbols are used:
WARNING:
CAUTION:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions
are not followed, could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not
followed, may result in minor or moderate injury or damage to property.
R WARNING:
• Disconnect the power plug (by pulling the plug, not the cable) if the
power cable or plug becomes frayed or otherwise damaged.
• To avoid hazardous electric shock or laser radiation exposure, do not
remove any covers or screws other than those specified in this manual.
• Turn off the power and disconnect the power plug (by pulling the plug,
not the cable) if any of the following occurs:
• You spill something into the machine.
• You suspect that your machine needs service or repair.
• The external housing of your machine has been damaged.
• Do not incinerate spilled toner or used toner. Toner dust might ignite
when exposed to an open flame.
• Disposal can take place at our authorized dealer.
• Dispose of the used toner bottle in accordance with the local regula-
tions.
• Connect the machine only to the power source described on the inside
front cover of this manual. Connect the power cord directly into a wall
outlet and do not use an extension cord.
• Do not damage, break or make any modifications to the power cord.
Do not place heavy objects on it. Do not pull it hard nor bend it more
than necessary. These actions could cause an electric shock or fire.
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R CAUTION:
• Protect the machine from dampness or wet weather, such as rain and snow.
• Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before you move the machine.
While moving the machine, you should take care that the power cord will not
be damaged under the machine.
• When you disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet, always pull the plug (not the cable).
• Do not allow paper clips, staples, or other small metallic objects to fall inside the machine.
• Keep toner (used or unused) and toner bottle out of the reach of children.
• For environmental reasons, do not dispose of the machine or expended
supply waste at household waste collection points. Disposal can take place
at an authorized dealer.
• The inside of the machine could be very hot. Do not touch the parts with a
label indicating the “hot surface”. Otherwise, an injury might occur.
• Keep the machine away from humi dity and dust. Otherwi se a fire or an electric shock might occur.
• Do not place the machine on an unstab le or tilted surface . If it topples ov er,
an injury might occur.
• When the optional paper tray unit is installed, do not push the upper part of
the main unit horizontally. An injury might occur if the paper tray unit becomes detached from the main unit.
• If you use the machine in a confined space, make sure there is a continuous air turnover.
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Positions of RWARNING and RCAUTION
016
017
710
720
Labels
This machine has labels for RWARNING and RCAUTION at the positions
shown below. For safety, please follow the instructions and handle the machine
as indicated.
The inside of this machine gets very hot. Do not touch the inside. Doing so could result in a burn.
ABU
S.eps
A
ABU
S.eps
B The anti-condensation heater in the lower part of the machine interior gets
very hot. Do not touch it. Doing so could result in a burn.
ZFOH
E.eps
C The anti-condensation heater in the upper part of the machine interior gets
very hot. Do not touch it. Doing so could result in a burn.
ZFOH
E.eps
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Note
The anti-condensation heater is optional. For details, contact your service rep-
resentative.
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Control Panel
108
109
Copier only
ABU
S.eps
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1011
8
Fax, printer and/or scanner installed
ABU
S.eps
21 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1011
1. {Copy} key
Press to activate the copier function.
2. Indicators
Display errors and machine status.
• h: Error indicator
See “Control Panel”, General Settings Guide.
• D: Add Toner indicator
See p.40 “D Adding Toner”.
• B: Load Paper indicator
See p.39 “B Loading Paper”.
3. Display
Displays operation status and messages.
4. Selection keys
Correspond to items on the display. Press to select the corresponding item.
5. Scroll keys
Press to select an item.
{U}: scroll upward
{T}: scroll downward
{V}: scroll right
{W}: scroll left
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Reference
See p.10 “Reading the Display and
Using Keys”.
6. {User Tools/Counter} key
•User Tools
Press to change default and conditions according to requirement. See
p.43 “Accessing User Tools (Copier
Features)”.
•Counter
Press to check or print the counter value.
7. {Clear Modes} key
Press to clear the current settings.
8. {Clear/Stop} key
Clear: clears an entered numeric value.
Stop: stops copying.
9. Main power indicator
Lights when the main power switch is turned on.
Reference
p.11 “Turning On the Power”
10. On indicator
018
Lights when the operation switch is on.
14. {Sort} key
Automatically sorts copies.
Reference
p.11 “Turning On the Power”
11. Operation switch
Press to turn the power on. The On indicator lights. To turn the power off, press
again.
Note
This key is inactivate during scanning
or while setting defaults.
12. {Duplex} key
Makes two-sided copies.
Reference
See p.31 “Duplex”.
13. {Combine} key
Press to make combine copies.
Reference
p.32 “One-Sided Combine”
p.33 “Two-Sided Combine”
15. {Lighter} and {Darker}
Press to change the image density setting.
Select the image density in five increments, lighter to darker.
16. {Original Type} key
Press to select the original type registered
with [Original Type 1 (Text)] or [Original Type 2 (Photo)]. When the original type is se-
lected, the corresponding indicator
lights.
17. {Cancel} key
Press to cancel an operation or return to the previous display.
18. {OK} key
Press to set a selected item or entered numeric value.
19. Number keys
Press to enter numeric values.
20. {Start} key
Press to start copying.
Display
This section explains how to read the display and use the Selection key.
Note
The copy display is set as the default screen when the machine is turned on.
Initial copy display
1. Operational status or messages
2. Messages and the selected tray
appear here. Currently selected
items appear in brackets.
ABU
S.eps
1 32
4
ABU018S
3. Number of copies set.
4. Reduce/Enlarge ratio function for
non-fixed ratios.
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Reading the Display and Using Keys
110
The display is not touch sensitive. Use the following keys to select the keys and
items displayed on the screen.
ABU
S.eps
4
1
1. Selection keys
Correspond to items at the bottom line on the display.
Example: when the combine function is set
• When the instruction “press [100%]”
appears in this manual, press the left
selection key.
• When the instruction “press [R/E]” ap-
pears in this manual, press the center
selection key.
• When the instruction “press [Auto]”
appears in this manual, press the right
selection key.
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2. {Cancel} key
Press to cancel an operation or return to the previous display.
3. {OK} key
Press to set a selected item or entered numeric value.
4. Scroll keys
Press to move the cursor to each direction one by one.
When {U},{T},{V}, or {W} key appears in this manual, press the scroll key of the same direction.
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Turning On the Power
111
112
This machine has two power switches.
Operation switch (right side of the
control panel)
Press to activate the machine.
When the machine has finished
warming up, you can operate the
machine.
Main power switch (left side of the ma-
chine)
Turning off this switch makes the
main power indicator on the right
side of the control panel go off.
When this is done, machine power
is completely off.
When the fax unit is installed, fax
files in memory may be lost if you
turn this switch off. Use this switch
only when necessary.
Note
This machine automatically enters
Energy Saver mode or turns itself
off if you do not use it for a while.
See General Settings Guide.
Turning On the Main Power
Important
Do not turn off the main power
switch immediately after turning it on. Doing so may result in
damage to the memory, leading
to malfunctions.
Turning On the Power
A Press the operation switch.
The On indicator goes on.
ABU
S.eps
Note
If the power does not come on
when the operation switch is
pressed, check the main power
switch is on. If it is off, turn it on.
ABU112S
A Make sure the power cord is firm-
ly plugged into the wall outlet.
B Turn on the main power switch.
ABU
S.eps
ABU111S
The main power indicator goes on.
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Turning Off the Power
112
-When the fax unit is installed
A Press the operation switch.
The On indicator goes off.
ABU
S.eps
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Note
Even if you press the operation
switch, the indicator does not
go out, but blinks in the following case:
• During communication with
external equipment.
Turning Off the Main Power
Important
Do not turn off the main power
switch when the On indicator is lit
or blinking. Doing so may result in
damage to the memory.
Make sure 100% is shown as avail-
able memory on the initial scanner
display before turning off the main
power switch.
When the main power switch is
turned off while using the fax function, waiting fax and print jobs may
be canceled, and incoming fax documents not received. If you have to
turn off this switch for some reason,
keep the following points in mind:
Important
Make sure 100% is shown as avail-
able memory on the display before
turning off the main power switch
or unplugging the power cord. Fax
files in memory are deleted an
hour after you turn off the main
power switch or unplug the power
cord. See ”Turning Off the Main
Power/In Case of a Power Failure”, Facsimile Reference <Advanced
Features>.
If the On indicator does not go out,
but blinks in dial-in mode even if
you press the operation switch,
check the explanations below and
turn off the main power switch.
• the computer is not controlling
the machine.
• the machine is not receiving a
fax.
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Be sure to turn off the main power
switch before pulling out the power plug. Not doing this may result
in damage to the memory.
A Be sure the On indicator is not lit.
B Turn off the main power switch.
The main power indicator goes out.
Saving Energy
•Low Power/Auto Off
The machine automatically enters
Low Power mode automatically
after a job is finished, and the selected time elapsed.
After a specified period has
passed, following job completion,
the machine automatically turns
off, in order to conserve energy.
This function is called “Auto Off”.
Note
You can change the Energy Sav-
er Timer and Auto Off Timer.
See General Settings Guide.
The Low Power Timer and
Auto Off Timer function will
not operate in the following cases:
• When a warning message appears
• When the service call message appears
• When paper is jammed
• When the cover is open
•When the “
sage appears
• When toner is being replenished
• When the User Tools screen
is displayed
• When fixed warm-up is in
progress
• When the facsimile, printer,
or other functions are active
• When operations are suspended during printing
•When the On-hook dialing
function is in use
• When a receiver is being registered in the Address Book
or group dial list
• When the Data In indicator is
on or blinking
Add toner” mes-
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