V-ZUG 11006.65.003 User Manual

V-ZUG Ltd
Washing machine
Adora SLQ
Operating instructions
Thank you for choosing to buy one of our products. Your appliance is made to high standards and is easy to use. Nevertheless, please take the time to read these operating instructions in order to familiarize yourself with the appliance and get the best use out of it.
Please follow the safety precautions.
Modifications
Text, diagrams and data correspond to the technical standard of the appliance at the time these operating instructions went to press. The right to make tech­nical modifications for the purpose of the further development of the appliance is reserved.
Validity
The product family (model number) corresponds to the first alphanumerics on the identification plate. These operating instructions apply to:
Model Type Product family
Adora SLQ WA-SLQ 11006
Variations depending on the model are noted in the text.
Colour operating instructions can be downloaded from the internet from www.vzug.com
© V-ZUG Ltd, CH-6301 Zug, 2013 2

Contents

1 Safety precautions 6
1.1 Symbols used ......................................................................................... 6
1.2 General safety precautions .................................................................. 7
1.3 Appliance-specific safety precautions ................................................ 9
1.4 Instructions for use ................................................................................ 10
2 Disposal 13
3 Using for the first time 14
3.1 Where is the identification plate? ........................................................ 14
4 Appliance description 15
4.1 Appliance overview ................................................................................ 15
4.2 Appliance construction.......................................................................... 16
4.3 Operating and display elements ......................................................... 17
5 Programme overview 19
5.1 Main wash programmes ....................................................................... 19
5.2 2 programmes for normally soiled cotton load ................................ 21
5.3 Extra programmes ................................................................................. 21
5.4 Further fabric types ................................................................................ 22
5.5 Additional programmes ......................................................................... 25
5.6 Bio and soap wash ................................................................................ 27
5.7 Separate rinsing / Separate spinning ................................................ 28
5.8 Additional functions ............................................................................... 29
5.9 Favourites ............................................................................................... 30
6 User settings 32
6.1 Adjusting user settings .......................................................................... 32
6.2 Language ................................................................................................. 33
6.3 Time .......................................................................................................... 33
6.4 Spin speed .............................................................................................. 33
6.5 AquaPlus .................................................................................................. 34
6.6 Degree of soiling .................................................................................... 34
6.7 Automatic door opener ......................................................................... 35
6.8 Childproof lock ....................................................................................... 35
6.9 Hygiene recommendation .................................................................... 35
6.10 Soft water ................................................................................................. 36
6.11 Multi-component detergent ................................................................... 36
6.12 Loosening up the washing ................................................................... 36
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6.13 Brightness ................................................................................................ 36
6.14 Button tone .............................................................................................. 37
6.15 Background image ................................................................................ 37
6.16 Silent ......................................................................................................... 37
6.17 Restoring factory settings ..................................................................... 37
7 Washing 38
7.1 Preparing the appliance ........................................................................ 38
7.2 Loading the appliance ........................................................................... 39
7.3 Adding washing detergent ................................................................... 40
7.4 Selecting a programme ........................................................................ 43
7.5 Selecting whites and coloureds programmes .................................. 44
7.6 Selecting another main programme ................................................... 45
7.7 Selecting programmes for normally soiled cotton load .................. 46
7.8 Selecting additional programmes ....................................................... 47
7.9 Opening the appliance door during operation ................................. 50
7.10 Changing selection ................................................................................ 51
7.11 Programme selection with childproof lock activated ...................... 52
7.12 End of programme ................................................................................. 53
7.13 At the end of the wash day .................................................................. 54
8 Care and maintenance 55
8.1 Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer ......................................... 55
8.2 Cleaning the water inlet filter ................................................................ 56
8.3 Emergency draining ............................................................................... 57
8.4 Cleaning the foreign body trap ............................................................ 58
9 Trouble-shooting 59
9.1 What to do if … ....................................................................................... 59
9.2 Opening the appliance door in the event of a power failure ......... 68
10 Washing tips 69
10.1 Fabric care symbols .............................................................................. 69
10.2 Washing detergent ................................................................................. 69
10.3 General tips ............................................................................................. 69
10.4 Net curtains ............................................................................................. 70
10.5 Saving energy and water ..................................................................... 71
10.6 Unsatisfactory wash results .................................................................. 72
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11 Spare parts 76
12 Technical data 77
12.1 Dimensions .............................................................................................. 77
12.2 Plumbing in .............................................................................................. 77
12.3 Electrical connection ............................................................................. 77
12.4 Spin speed .............................................................................................. 77
12.5 Consumption data .................................................................................. 78
12.6 Note for testing institutes ...................................................................... 80
12.7 VAS Vibration Absorbing System ........................................................ 80
12.8 Water and energy economy ................................................................. 81
12.9 Automatic energy-saving stand-by ...................................................... 81
13 Index 82
14 Repair service 87
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1 Safety precautions

1.1 Symbols used

Denotes important safety precautions. Failure to observe said precautions can result in injury or in damage to the appliance or fittings!
Information and precautions that should be observed.
Information on disposal
Information about the operating instructions
Indicates step-by-step instructions.
– Describes how the appliance reacts to the steps taken.
Indicates a list.
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1 Safety precautions

1.2 General safety precautions

Read the operating instructions before using the appliance for the first time!
This appliance can be used by children aged 8 and above and by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and/or knowledge, provided they are supervised or have been instructed on the safe use of the appliance and have understood the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be undertaken by children without supervision.
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1 Safety precautions
If an appliance is not equipped with a mains cable and a plug or other means for discon­necting from the mains with a contact opening on each pole complying with the conditions of overvoltage category III for full isolation, an isolating device must be incorporated into the permanently installed electrical installation in accordance with the installation regulations.
If the mains cable of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by the manu­facturer or its Customer Services or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid hazard.
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1 Safety precautions

1.3 Appliance-specific safety precautions

Children under 3 years of age must be kept away unless constantly supervised.
The appliance has a maximum dry load capacity of 8 kg.

CAUTION

If this appliance is supplied from a cord exten­sion set or electrical portable outlet device, the cord extension set or electrical portable outlet device must be positioned so that it is not subject to splashing or ingress of mois­ture.
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1 Safety precautions

1.4 Instructions for use

Before using for the first time
The appliance must be installed and connected to the electricity supply in accordance with the separate installation instructions. Have a qualified fitter/ electrician carry out the necessary work.
Ensure access to the place of disconnection (e.g. socket outlet, wall switch, fuse) and the water tap.
The transportation lock must be removed. Failure to remove the transporta­tion locks can result in damage to the appliance or apartment or laundry room fittings.
Correct use
The appliance is suitable for washing home textiles with water and regular washing machine detergent. It is designed for use in the home and for the above-mentioned purpose only. No liability is assumed for any damage caused by improper or incorrect use.
Any repairs, modifications or manipulations to the appliance, especially any electrically live parts, may only be carried out by the manufacturer, its Customer Services or a similarly qualified person. Repairs if carried out incorrectly could cause serious injury or damage to the appliance and fittings as well as affect the functioning of the appliance. If the appliance is not working properly or in case of a repair order, follow the instructions given in the 'Repair service' section. If necessary, please contact our Customer Services.
Use original spare parts only.
Note on use
If the appliance is not operating properly, disconnect it from the power supply immediately.
To protect your washing, follow the fabric care symbols and the hints and advice in the 'Washing tips' section.
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1 Safety precautions
Caution: Burns hazard!
Textiles that have been cleaned, treated or soaked with flammable chemi­cals, detergents or solvents such as benzene, alcohol, stain remover, oil, paint, wax, etc. are not to be washed in the appliance. Fire or explosion hazard! Wash materials containing such substances first by hand with water or allow the solvent to evaporate completely.
Caution: Risk of injury!
Ensure the washing drum has stopped moving before reaching inside. Do not touch the washing drum while it is still in motion – risk of serious injury!
Disconnect the appliance from the mains before carrying out maintenance work.
Caution: Risk to life!
Packaging material, e.g. plastic film and polystyrene, can be dangerous for children. Danger of suffocation! Keep packaging material away from chil­dren.
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1 Safety precautions
How to avoid damaging the appliance
Close the appliance door carefully.
Before closing the appliance door and starting a programme, ensure that
there are no foreign objects or pets in the washing drum, detergent dispenser drawer or around the foreign body trap. Foreign objects such as coins, nails, paper clips, etc. can damage parts of the appliance, as well as the washing.
During longer periods of absence, turn off the water tap before switching off the power by pulling out the mains plug. Never pull the mains plug out by the cable. Please note: the built-in overflow protection is rendered inactive when the power is switched off.
When cleaning the appliance make sure no water gets inside it. Use a moderately damp cloth. Do not spray the outside or the inside of the appli­ance with water. If water gets inside the appliance, it will cause damage.
Textiles with metal reinforcements are not to be washed in the appliance (risk of damage).
Trainers, diving suits, rucksacks, carpets, etc. are not to be washed in the appliance.
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2 Disposal
Packaging
All packaging materials (cardboard, plastic film (PE) and polystyrene (EPS)) are marked and should, if possible, be collected for recycling and disposed of in an environmentally friendly way.
Disconnection
Disconnect the appliance from the mains. With a fixed appliance, this is to be carried out by a qualified electrician!
Safety
Disable the appliance to prevent accidents caused by improper use, espe­cially through children playing.
Pull the plug out of the mains socket or have the appliance disconnected from the mains by an electrician. Then cut the mains cable off flush with the appliance.
Remove or disable the lock on the appliance door.

Disposal

The old appliance should not be discarded as worthless rubbish. If disposed of correctly, the raw materials can be recovered for recycling.
The symbol on the identification plate warns that the appliance may not be disposed of in normal household waste.
The appliance must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations on waste disposal. For more information on the handling, disposal and recy­cling of the product, please contact the local authorities, the local recycling facilities for household waste or the retailer from whom you purchased the appliance.
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3 Using for the first time

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The appliance must be installed and connected to the electricity supply in accordance with the separate installation instructions. Have a qualified fitter/ electrician carry out the necessary work.
The appliance was tested with water before being shipped. There may therefore still be traces of water left in the appliance.
Transport lock
Before using the appliance for the first time, the transportation lock must be removed (3 screws with washers at the back of the appli­ance), in order to avoid damage to the appliance.
Running the first wash cycle without any washing
Run an empty wash cycle to remove any residues from the manufacturing process.
Add a little washing detergent to compartment II. Select coloureds 60 °C.

3.1 Where is the identification plate?

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Identification plate with serial number (FN)
* Depending on the serial number (FN)
Note down the serial number (FN) of your appliance on the back page of these operating instructions.
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4 Appliance description

4.1 Appliance overview

Load capacity: 8 kg dry washing
Programmes for 14 different types of textiles
2 programmes for normally soiled cotton load
4 extra programmes
6 favourite programmes
Additional programmes
– Eco – Anti-mite – Sprint – AquaPlus including skin protection – Easy care – Delayed start – Pre-wash – Soaking – Steam anti-crease – Soap wash – Spin-speed setting including
stop after rinsing
– Programmes for lightly to
heavily soiled washing
Additional functions
Sensors for optimizing the wash cycle
Automatic energy-saving stand-by
TouchDisplay
Automatic door opener
Language selection
Childproof lock
Aquastop with anti-leak protection
– Bio wash
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4 Appliance description

4.2 Appliance construction

The appliance door can be set to open to the left or to the right. Our Customer Services can make the necessary adjustments to the appli­ance.
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Operating and display elements (pivoting operating panel)
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Detergent dispenser drawer
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Appliance door
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Drain tray
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Foreign body trap
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Emergency door release tool
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Emergency door release
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Identification plate / Serial number (FN)
* Depending on the serial number (FN)
Detergent dispenser drawer
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Pre-wash detergent, compartment I
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Main wash detergent, compartment II
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Liquid detergent flap
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Siphon for fabric conditioner (softener)
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Fabric conditioner (softener), compartment
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4.3 Operating and display elements

TouchDisplay
All available functions are displayed on the TouchDisplay and can be selected directly by pressing the corresponding symbol or text
Programme name with duration Delayed start
Programme end time User settings
Programme progress with time
remaining
Additional functions Further information
Hints and trouble-shooting
Programmes for normally soiled cotton load
40 °C Coloureds normal
10 °C Coloureds normal
Extra programmes
Steam anti-crease
Proofing
Appliance hygiene
Spinning
Favourites
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Additional function/Additional programmes

Eco Delayed start
Fast forward / End of programme
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* Pause / Door opener or Door opener
* Depending on the serial number (FN)

Button state

The buttons arranged on the TouchDisplay have three different operating states.
Symbol Background
Bright Dark
Selectable function
Programme or function can be selected.
Bright Blue
Function selected/changed
Programme or function is active.
Dark Dark
Non-selectable function
Programme or function is switched off.

Indicator lights

Certain of the buttons to the left and right of the TouchDisplay are equipped with an indicator light.
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Indicator light flashes
Programme or function can be selected.
Indicator light is illuminated
Programme or function is active.
Indicator light is dark
Programme or function is switched off.

5 Programme overview

95
70
60
40

5.1 Main wash programmes

To select the right programme, follow the fabric care symbols on the labels of the wash items, e.g. 40.
Whites 95 °C
1–8 kg
White cottons, linens with the 95 fabric care symbol e.g. bed and table linen, towels, white or colour-fast underwear.
Coloureds 70 °C
1–8 kg
Energy-saving programme for coloured cottons with the 95 fabric care label.
Coloureds 60 °C
1–8 kg
Coloured cottons with the 60 fabric care symbol e.g. bright blouses, overalls, shirts, bed linen.
Coloureds 40 °C
1–8 kg
Coloured cottons and mixed washing with the 40 fabric care symbol e.g. coloured sweatshirts, t-shirts.
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30
20
cold
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Coloureds 30 °C
1–8 kg
Coloured cottons and mixed fabrics with the 30 fabric care symbol e.g. t-shirts.
Coloureds 20 °C
1–8 kg
Energy-saving programme for lightly soiled textiles with fabric care
symbols 30, 40, 60 or 95.
Coloureds cold
1–8 kg
Refresh programme without heat. Suitable for washing new textiles
with the 30, 40, 60 or 95 fabric care label for the first time.
Favourites
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Six programmes that can be freely put together and saved
.
40
cold
5 Programme overview

5.2 2 programmes for normally soiled cotton load

40 °C Coloureds normal
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The recommended programme for washing normally soiled cottons at rated load capacity.
10 °C Coloureds normal
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The programme with the lowest possible temperature setting for washing cottons. It corresponds to the 40 °C Coloureds normal programme without the water being heated. This programme has the same water level as the 40 °C Coloureds normal programme.

5.3 Extra programmes

Steam anti-crease
Dry, creased washing that can be washed at min. 40°C is partially
uncreased and made damp, ready to iron.
1–1.5 kg
Proofing
For starching or proofing fabrics. The starching or proofing agent can
be added to the fabric conditioner compartment .
Appliance hygiene
Without any washing. A small amount of water is heated up to
around 80 °C and the steam produced sharply reduces the germ count.
Spinning
1–8 kg
1–3 kg
0 kg
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5 Programme overview

5.4 Further fabric types

Shirts
Maximum 7 shirts/blouses Programme is optimized for minimizing creasing. Programme contains steam anti-crease. Select temperature according to fabric care symbol.
Woollens
1–2.5 kg Gentle wash for woollens and other delicates. Only for woollens with a felt-free finish and labelled as «machine washable».
Hand wash
1–2 kg
Very gentle wash for items labelled with the fabric care symbol.
Down
1 item of washing, max. 1 kg Programme is optimized for the particular wetting characteristics of down fabrics. Short spin at the beginning of the programme to get rid of any air in down textiles. Intermediate spinning for optimal removal of water. Select temperature according to fabric care symbol.
Add the detergent to the detergent dispenser drawer. Do not use a dosing ball.
Outdoor garments
1–3 kg Programme for waterproof and breathable clothing. Higher water level during washing and spinning. Intermediate spinning for optimal removal of water. Select temperature according to fabric care symbol.
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Silks
1–1.5 kg Programme is optimized for delicate silk articles. Spin speed is reduced to minimize creasing. Select temperature according to fabric care symbol.
Underwear
1–3 kg
Very gentle programme for washing delicates, such as underwear, with the
fabric care label. The intermediate spin is significantly reduced and the final spin has a lower spin speed. Select temperature according to fabric care symbol.
Baby garments
1–5 kg Very thorough rinsing for the protection of sensitive baby skin. If a temperature is selected, the programme contains a pre-wash. Select tempera­ture according to fabric care symbol.
Denim
1–4 kg Optimized for colour run from denim. Select temperature according to fabric care symbol.
WetClean
1–1.5 kg For all fabrics labelled as washable. Most gentle treatment possible through applying a gentle rocking motion and a fine spray of water.
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5 Programme overview
Net curtains
1–2 kg Reduced washing action for very gentle treatment. Higher water level during washing and spinning. The washing remains lying in the water after the final rinse (stop after rinsing).
Press the button 1×.
– Start draining with spinning at 400 rpm.
Press the button 2×.
– Start draining without spinning.
Select temperature according to fabric care symbol.
Black garments
1–4 kg Rinsing is optimized through a higher water level and extended rinsing. Select temperature according to fabric care symbol.
Black hand wash garments
1–2 kg Very gentle wash for items labelled with the fabric care symbol. Rinsing is
optimized through a higher water level and extended rinsing time. Select temperature according to fabric care symbol.
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5.5 Additional programmes

5 Programme overview
Eco

Sprint

Large energy savings due to reduced wash temperature. The extended washing time ensures the washing performance is main­tained.
Programme duration extended: 25–60 minutes
Energy saving depending on programme: 10–40 %
Water savings due to reduced amount of water for rinsing. The extended rinsing time ensures the rinsing performance is maintained.
Water saving: 10-20 %
Short programme for lightly soiled washing
Programme duration for 2.5 kg wash load + : 26 minutes + : 28 minutes + : 29 minutes + : 39 minutes
2 instead of 3 rinsing cycles
Add a small quantity of washing detergent. A large washing load or too much washing detergent can significantly lengthen the programme duration.

Easy care

For washing requiring very gentle treatment
Reduced washing action
Higher water level during washing and rinsing
Reduced spin speed: 800 rpm
Optimum wash load: max. 3.5 kg

Pre-wash

Suitable for heavily soiled washing
Programme duration extended: about 15 minutes
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5 Programme overview

Steam anti-crease

The steam finish at the end of the programme significantly reduces creasing in the washing. Recommended for items that crease easily, e.g. shirts and blouses.
The washing is warm and should be hung up immediately to dry – for easy ironing – or tumble dried.
To avoid renewed creasing at the end of the programme, the washing is loosened up for an extended period (min. 60 minutes). The washing can be unloaded at any time.
– Press the
Programme duration extended: about 20 minutes
Limited spin speed: max. 1000 rpm
Optimum wash load: max. 2 kg

Degree of soiling

Adjustment to the degree of soiling of the washing
«Soiling light»
Suitable for lightly soiled washing
«Soiling medium»
Wash time extended: 25–80 minutes
«Soiling heavy»
Extended wash time
Higher water level during washing
Additional rinsing cycle
«Soaking»
Press the corresponding button in the TouchDisplay to set the soaking time (0.5–6 hours)

Anti-mite

or button and unload the washing.
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Can be selected with 60, 70 and 95 only.
Suitable for individuals with an allergy to mites
– The main wash is extended and intensified at the temperature
set. The mites are killed and the allergens are rinsed out thor­oughly.
5 Programme overview

AquaPlus

There are 5 different settings for rinsing intensity.
«Standard»
Normal water level
«More water»
The water level is increased by around 1–3 cm during the main wash and each rinse cycle.
«+1 rinse»
An extra rinse cycle is added to each programme.
«More water +1 rinse»
An extra rinse cycle is added to each programme and the water level is also increased by around 1–3 cm during the main wash and each rinse cycle.
«Skin protection»
Two extra rinse cycles are added to each programme and the water level is also increased by about 5 cm during each rinse cycle. This function is particularly suitable for people with sensitive skin or with a suspected allergy to washing detergent.

5.6 Bio and soap wash

Bio wash (alkaline detergent + bleach)
The programme sequence is adapted for the use of multi-component deter­gents (alkaline detergent + bleach). First the alkaline detergent with softener (compartment II) is added to the wash and the suds are heated up to 40 °C. Then after around 6 minutes the bleach (compartment I) is added.
Soap wash (softener + soap detergent)
The programme sequence is adapted for the use of multi-component deter­gents (softener + soap detergent). The softener (compartment I) and the soap detergent (compartment II) are added to the wash one after the other.
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