Aircare TurboJet SuperMax FG0130 User manual

TURBOJET SUPERMAX
USER GUIDE

TURBOJET SUPER MAX
REV. 02162023 Specifications subject to change without notice.
Division of D.P.L. Enterprises Inc.
3868 East Post Road, Las Vegas, Nevada 89120, [phone], FAX [phone]
Website: www.air-care.com; E-mail: [email protected]

CHAPTER PAGE
Unpacking Instructions 4
Safety Precautions 5
Handle Installation 5
Operating Instructions 6
Attaching the TurboJet Hose to the Air System 8
Duct Cleaning Procedures 9
Troubleshooting Guide 11
Maintenance 12
Parts and Accessories 13
Included Parts and Accessories 15
Optional Parts 16
Specifications 17
Limited Warranty 18
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Remove the outer box and inspect for damage. Report all damage immediately to your carrier. If
special set-up instructions are required, they will be taped to the outside of the Equipment or in the
“Operating” section of this manual.
Inspect all of the packing material for small parts before discarding packaging material. Report all
damage to Air-Care immediately. Any attempt at repairing damages may void warranty.
Check that all parts are present
TurboJet Max Main Assembly, with Wheels, Motor and Blower. Release the 4 side
latches and lift the front of the upper section so it hinges up to check for filters.
The HEPA filter will remain in the bottom section, the First Stage, 1” pre-filter frame
and pad will remain in the top section and the Flexible electrostatic 2nd stage filter
will be mounted in the top of HEPA frame.
o First stage, 18” x 24” x 1” Electrostatic with disposeable pads
o Second stage, 18” x 24” x FLEX Electrostatic Air Filter
o Third stage, 18” x 24” x 4.75” Certified HEPA Filter
o 5. 25’ Power Cords (2).
o 6. The handle is wrapped separately and shipped loose in the box.
o The 12” Dia. Hose adapter Plate is over the Inlet.
UNPACKING
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Always use safe and common sense precautions when working with Air-Care equipment. Do not
block walkways with equipment, and remove delicate and breakable articles from the immediate work
area. The following are precautions that should be reviewed by all persons who will be involved in the
cleaning activity:
• Other than the 3 filters, there are no user serviceable components in Air-Care TurboJets. Only trained
technicians should attempt to make internal repairs on this equipment.
• Always turn o the main power switches on the TurboJet front Panel, or disconnect the power before
opening or removing the doors or filters.
• Inspect AC power plug to be sure the ground pin is in place. DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD.
Plug power cords directly into 2 independent power outlets.
• Never connect power to Air-Care equipment unless all covers and safety shields are in place.
Mechanical and electrical parts could activate and cause injury.
• Never allow anyone but a properly trained technician to use the equipment or cleaning products.
• All Air-Care equipment is designed for US standard 115 volt, 60 Hz AC. Most Air-Care equipment can
be special ordered to meet other worldwide standards for a reasonable price and delivery schedule.
Always check the specifications on the equipment before connecting electrical power to Air-Care
equipment.
Handle is bubble wrapped and packed near
the bottom, front of TurboJet. It must be
installed with the 4 bolts provided and your
½” socket wrench or nut driver.
Handle is bubble wrapped and packed near
the bottom, front of TurboJet. It must be
installed with the 4 bolts provided and your
½” socket wrench or nut driver.
Handle is bubble wrapped and packed near the bottom, front of TurboJet. It must be installed with the
4 bolts provided and your ½” socket wrench or nut driver.
SAFETY INFORMATION
HANDLE INSTALLATION
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Set-Up and Testing
Air-Care TurboJet Negative air machines are designed to “Pull” loose debris out of the air system to
which they are connected and filter out harmful debris such as pollen, dust, mold spores and other
debris with their 3 stage HEPA filter system. An agitating device to “Push” debris is required to properly
clean an air system. The Cobra Power Brush System or the Air Whisk and Sidewinder air tools are
designed to loosen and agitate debris so the TurboJet can pull it out. See the “Duct Cleaning” section
on page 8 of this manual for a summary of proper duct cleaning procedures.
To test the TurboJet, be sure all filters are in place and the Top is closed and latched in place.
1. Set the “Run” switch is in “STOP” Position.
2. TURN OFF the Circuit Breakers.
3. Connect ONE or TWO, 12 gauge x 25-foot power cords, with GROUND Pins, to 2 separate outlets
that DO NOT have other devices plugged into them. (220 Volt Version has one twist lock cord and one
dual circuit breaker/power awitch).
4. AFTER the power cord or power cords are connected, Turn on BOTH circuit breaker switches and
wait 5 seconds.
Status Lights
120 Volt Model:
Red/Green Status LED. The TurboJet SuperMax will operate with one or two 120 volt AC power Cords
connected to 2 separate circuits rated at 15 Amps or 20 Amps each, non GFI.
If all circuits are fitted with GFI outlets, or circuit breakers, ONLY ONE power cord can be used.
With one Power Cord the SuperMax will run up to 1.5 Horsepower, while connecting a Second Power
Cord to an outlet on a SEPARATE Circuit Breaker, will allow the SuperMax to run up to 3 Horsepower.
The SuperMax 220 volt model:
Does not require the electronic pre-test. required for 120 volt dual power cord version. The single LED
should light up when the breaker switch is activated. If the light fails to light, there is a problem with
power or the power cord.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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If the Motor fails to start,
or the Status Light is out,
Turn o the Breakers
and disconnect the Power
Cords for 3-4 Minutes, then
reconnect, and turn on
both breaker switches at
the same time, and wait 5
– 10 seconds before starting
the Motor. If this does not
clear the error condition,
call:
Air-Care, Tech Support
800-322-9919
The Motor will not run
before the 5 second
Diagnostic check has
completed. If the Motor
fails to run with a solid
Green Light, there was
a power surge in the
building. In this Case,
Turn OFF BOTH Breaker
Switches, wait 3 Minutes
for the Circuit to reset, then
Power ON BOTH breaker
switches, and then try the
RUN switch again.
LED IS OFF
No Power is being supplied by
either cord.
ACTION:
Turn OFF the Breaker Switches,
Move the cords to new outlets
and turn on both breaker
switches.
FLASHING RED LIGHT
The Power On test found that
there is NO Ground connection
in either power cord.
ACTION:
For Safety, there MUST be a
ground connection. Replace
any power cord that does not
have the round, grounding
prong on the plug.
SOLID GREEN
Power Connected Main
Switches turned on. Five second
diagnostic check in progress.
ACTION:
The Green LED will be on for
5 seconds while Power On
Diagnostics Run.
SOLID RED AFTER 5
SECONDS
The Diagnostics have found a
fault that will prevent the motor
from running.
ACTION:
Turn o BOTH breaker switches
on the panel, then Turn them
BOTH back on together. If the
Red Light comes on again, after
5 seconds,
Contact Air- Care Tech Support
800-322-9919
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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Eective duct cleaning can be accomplished with the TurboJet connected to one of the following
positions in the duct system. The “best” location is determined by the specific configuration of the
particular air system.
A. With a basement or crawlspace air conditioner/furnace
Cutting an access hole in the side of the supply side main trunk line is very eective. Be sure that
no airflows through the furnace. To stop air from coming through the furnace, block the return
openings with cardboard and duct tape. An alternate way to block the airflow would be to slip
the customers existing furnace filter in a plastic trash bag and reinstall. If there are returns in each
room, you will also need to connect to the return trunk line at the furnace and block it o while
cleaning the return ducts.
B. With a garage, interior closet or roof mounted up-flow air conditioner/furnace
Just remove the diuser grill from a large ceiling or wall mounted supply duct and use the Pogo
Pole hose adapter to connect the TurboJet inlet hose to the system. Connecting to a large supply
duct is very eective. Gravity will help “pull” dust and debris into the Turbojet.
In some cases, it may be best to attach the TurboJet to each Supply or return duct and insert the
agitation device into that same duct opening to disturb debris as far up stream and down stream as
possible.
To obtain maximum “pull”, always keep the attaching hose as short and as straight as possible.
ATTACHING TURBOJET HOSE TO THE AIR SYSTEM
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1. Bring the TurboJet into
close proximity to the planned
connection ducts.
4. Connect the other end to
the most eective supply duct
location using the optional Pogo
Pole hose adapter or 12” adapter
plate.
2. Connect the two 12 gauge,
grounded, electrical power
cords to Two Independent
electrical outlets (110V, 15AMP
or more). It is recommended
to NOT use longer or smaller
gauge extension cords. The
SuperMax will NOT run without
a good ground connection
in the power cord, this is a
SAFETY Feature.
5. Close o the return side of
air handler by putting a filter in
a plastic bag and reinstalling it
into its holder.
3. Connect a 12” hose to the
12” TurboJet inlet. To obtain
maximum “pull”, always keep the
attaching hose as short and as
straight as possible.
6. Turn on BOTH Circuit Breaker
switches (within 2 seconds of
each other) at the bottom of the
panel then Select “Power Level
“1” if using one Power Cord, or
Power Level “3” if using 2 power
cords. Power Levels “2” and “4”
can be used if the Circuits are
rated for 20 Amps.
DUCT CLEANING PROCEDURES
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7. Use the RUN switch to start
the Turbo SuperMax motor.
8. Follow recommended
procedure to clean each supply,
beginning at the most distant
one, using the Cobra Power
Brush System, Sidewinder or Air
Whisk (sold separately).
9. After all ducts are cleaned,
the ducts can be fogged with an
EPA registered Deodorizer and
Soot Set Sealer.
10. Before fogging the supplies, turn o the power switch.
11. Remove hose from the top of the TurboJet.
12. Place a piece of pellon, 20” X 22” over the 12” inlet.
13. Re-install the hose, and turn on the power switch.
14. Fog the supplies, beginning with the most distant supply.
15. When the fogging is complete, turn o the power; remove the hose from the TurboJet and the
supply duct.
16. Remove and discard pellon.
17. Inspect first stage filter, if loaded with debris, take the TurboJet out of the building and dump it out
or replace as required.
18. Inspect electrostatic flex filter and wash if soiled.
19. Unplug power cords, put TurboJet back into the vehicle, and complete the job.
DUCT CLEANING PROCEDURES
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Symptom Check If Corrective Action
Motor does not start
when RUN switch
turned on.
Is Panel Status Light On
and GREEN?
Check connections to motor, Inverter
and control panel. Call Air Care.
Check and reset circuit breakers and
verify electrical outlets have power. Turn
OFF for 3 min, then turn Turn ON both
Breaker
No vacuum with motor
running. Is blower turning?
YES
NO
Motor May be running in Reverse,
contact Air-Care
Tighten shaft adapter bolts and align
wheel & inlet cone. (Call Air-Care)
Is the “Change HEPA”
light on?
Are the 1st stage pre-
filter and 2nd stage
Electrostatic filters
clean?
YES
NO
Replace HEPA filters as required.
Clean 1st and 2nd stage air filters.
Insuicient “pull” at duct. Is the “Change HEPA”
light on?
YES
NO
NO
Replace HEPA filter as required.
Check for disconnected, collapsed or
broken system ducts.
Inspect 12” hose for cracks or holes.
Circuit breaker trips
when TurboJet is turned
on.
Is the TurboJet
connected to 2
SEPARATE dedicated
115-volt, 15 or 20-amp,
non GFI lines.
YES
YES
YES
YES
NO
Be sure TurboJet is connected directly
to the power outlet. DO NOT use an
additional extension cord.
Be sure that only the original 12 gauge
(or heavier) 25 ft. power cord is used on
the TurboJet SuperMax.
Set Power Level to 1 and run on only
one power cord at a time.
Call Air-Care
Find 2 outlets on circuits that do not
have other devices connected to it.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
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YES
NO

The TurboJet requires a minimum amount of maintenance,
normally limited to cleaning or replacing filters as they become
filled with dirt and debris. Cleaning the 2nd stage filter daily will
extend the life of the 3rd stage HEPA filter.
1st Stage Filter Replacement
The 1st stage 1” electrostatic filter with disposeable pads is
mounted in the top section of the Turbo SuperMax and held in
place with a metal bracket at one end and a Velcro strip in the
center of the other end. It is disposable, but it may be possible
to dump out large debris and use it 2 or 3 times if it is not torn or damaged. The duct debris captured
in the upper section and first stage filter can be collected in a trash bag placed over the 12” Hose inlet
and secured with the Velcro strap. Unlatch the top section and tip it back on its hinge so the debris falls
into the bag from the upper section of the TurboJet and its first stage filter. Follow all local regulations on
disposing of material removed from the ducts. In critical areas, such as hospitals, it is required to cover
the inlet with 6-mil plastic when the job is completed to prevent the collected debris from escaping and
contaminating the area while it is removed from the building to be emptied in a non-critical area where the
trash bag can be disposed of safely. The first stage filter can be put into the same trash bag for disposal.
2nd Stage Filter Replacement
The 2nd stage “Flexible” permanent electrostatic filter is mounted in the top of the HEPA filter frame. When
necessary, wash the 2nd stage filter with a garden hose and nozzle at full force. First rinse in the opposite
direction of the airflow, then rinse both sides. Occasionally, a degreaser such as Air-Care C.E.F. (Cleans
Electrostatic Filters) electrostatic filter cleaner may be required to restore this filter to its’ peak performance.
Let the filter air dry before reinstalling into the unit.
Note: When there is not suicient time to allow filters to dry before using the TurboJet, simply dry
vacuum the loose debris o of the filters’ surfaces or use compressed air in an appropriate outdoor area.
When the control panel “Change HEPA” red LED is on and the 1st and 2nd stage filters are clean, the 3rd stage
HEPA filter should be replaced (approximately once or twice per year, if other filters are cleaned regularly).
There is no safe way to clean the HEPA filter without a risk of damaging it.
NOTE: Never wash the Pleated or HEPA filter with water.
HEPA Replacement
1. Open the upper section of the TurboJet to gain access to the filters. The first stage filter will be held in the
upper section of the SuperMax.
2. The second stage filter must be removed from the HEPA frame.
3. Use care when removing the 3rd stage HEPA filter mounted in the bottom half of the cabinet. When the
airflow through the inlet is noticeably reduced and the 1st & 2nd stage filters are clean, it is time to replace the
3rd stage HEPA filter.
NOTE: Applying compressed air pressure or using a vacuum brush on filter surface will damage the filter. If
you have any questions regarding the HEPA filter maintenance, please call Air-Care at 800-322-9919.
1ST STAGE FILTER
2ND STAGE FILTER
HEPA FILTER
MAINTENANCE
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Description Part #
TurboJet SuperMax, 4- Speed, 120 Volt Model (220Volt Model FG0131) FG0130
First stage, 18” x 24” x 1” Electrostatic Filter with Pads (5 Replacement Pads SAO0574) FG0259
Second stage, 18x24 Flex 94% F0044
Third stage, 18” x 24” x 4.75” HEPA Filter F0046
25’ Extension Power Cords (2) (220 Model has a single 25 ft cord with NEMA L6-
20 Plug and Socket– Special Order) EC0005
Latches to hold upper and lower sections together COM0520
Upper Handle (Part of Cabinet p/n 1904) Call
12” Non-Marking Wheels ACC0006
Front Swivel Casters COM096
Bottom Carrying Handle, Spring Loaded COM0029
Power Receptacle (120 Volt Model requires 2 – Call for 220 Volt Receptacle) COM0026
Light, LED, Green/ Red BiColor Common Anode EC0139
Switch, SPST “RUN” EC0031
Switch, Hi/Low Rotary (2 or 4 Position) EC0059
Circuit Breaker/Power Switch, Dual 20 amp. (2) (220 Volt Model requies 1) EC0054
Pogo Pole Hose Adapter 12” (Optional) FG0038
Cap Plug, 4” Red (for Pogo Pole Assembly) (Optional) COM0239
12” x 12.5’ Heavy Duty Hose with Velcro Straps FG0056
12” x 12.5’ Light Duty Mylar Hose with Velcro Straps FG0014
12” x 12.5’ Light Duty Mylar Hose Assembly Includes: (2) 12” x 12.5’ Hoses,
(4) Velcro straps (1) Hose Coupler (Optional)
FG0011
12” x 25’ Light Duty Mylar Hose with Velcro Straps (Optional) FG0013
12” x 12”. 26 gauge, galvanized steel duct patches, 10/pkg. (Optional) SAO0116
Foam Register Plugs, 14pc./pkg. (Optional) FG0050
Pre-Filter, Pellon Moisture Barrier Sheets, 12/pkg. (Optional) SAO0079
12” Adapter Collar FG0041
Air-Care Fogger Model 2600 120 Volt(for 220 Volt Call) (Optional) FG0008
Cobra 6, Power Brush System (Optional) FG0110
Forward and Reverse Air Whisk System (Optional) FG0015
Sidewinder Hose Assembly (Optional) FG0030
HEPA Back Pack Vacuum 120 Volt (for 220 V Call) (Optional) FG0069
Continued on Page 12...
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
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Description Part #
Main Panel with all parts for 120 Volt Model TurboJet SuperMax (Includes Inverter or
Lower Panel Electronics and Harnesses) SATJ0037
Main Panel with All part for 220 Volt Model (Does NOT include Inverter) Call
AC Ammeters, 0-30 Amp ( 120 Volt Model requires 2, 220 V Model just 1) COM0193
Motor, 3 HP, 220 Volt, 3 Phase (For SuperMax ONLY) 120 and 220 volt models M0013
Inverter for 3 HP, 3 Phase Motor (for SuperMax ONLY) 120 and 220 volt models EC0222
Inlet Cone, 3 HP TEK315(SuperMax ONLY ) SATJ0035
Blower Wheel, Backward Inclined, 3 HP (SuperMax ONLY) COM0303
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
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Molded Handle
12” Dia. Hose Inlet
Locking Latches
First stage, 18” x 24” x 1” Electrostatic Filter with Pads
2nd Stage 18” x 24”Flex 94% Electrostatic Air Filter
3rd Stage 18” x 24” x 4.75” HEPA Filter
12” Non-Marking Wheels
Front Swivel Casters
Power Cord (2)
Exhaust Grills
Control Panel
SuperMax Control Panel Assembly
Change HEPA light
Switch, SPST “RUN”
Circuit Breakers/Power Switches, Dual 20 amp. (2)
(Optional 220 Version has only 1)
Power Switch, 1 & 2 for 1 Power Cord 3 & 4 for 2 Power
Cords
Status LED. GREEN, 5-sec Set up then READY
Flashing RED, No Ground Solid RED, Power Loss
(Reset Breakers) or Internal ERROR (Call Air-Care)
Power Receptacles (2) (220 Ver. cord is hard wired)
INCLUDED PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
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(Ref#21) Pre-Filter, Pellon
Moisture Barrier Sheets (12/pkg)
(Ref#19) 12” x 12”, 26 gauge,
Galvanized Steel Duct Patches
(Ref#23) 12” Adapter
Plate
(Ref#16) 12” Pogo Pole Hose Adapter (Complete
Assembly comes with Pole, Fork, 20 X 20 X 2 Foam
attached to 12” Steel Pogo Plate & (Ref#18) 4” Red
Cap Plug)
12” Pogo Pole Hose
Adapter
(Complete Assembly
comes with Pole,
Fork, 20 X 20 X 2 Foam
attached to 12” Steel
Pogo Plate (Ref#16) &
4” Red Cap Plug)
12” Adapter Plate 12” x 12”, 26 gauge,
Galvanized Steel Duct
Patches
Pre-Filter, Pellon
Moisture Barrier
Sheets (12/pkg)
Air Care Fogger
HEPA Back Pack Vacuum
Forward and Reverse Air
Whisk System
12” x 12.5” Light Duty Mylar Hose
with Velcro Straps
Foam Register Plugs
(14/pkg)
Cobra Power Brush System
Sidewinder Hose Assembly
OPTIONAL PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
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Specification Description
Size 19.5” W x 29” D x 55 ½” H
Weight 151 lbs. (220 Volt Model, 145 lbs)
Power required 120 V, 60 Hz, 13 to 18 amps from Two power Cords. Optional 220
Version has one Cord, for 7 to 18 amps at 220 Volts.
Power Cord 25’, 3 x 12 Ga. Extension Cords (2) (220 Version has a single 3x12
ga cord with NEMA L6-20 connectors)
Filtration 4 stages when Pellon pre-filter used
Pre-Filter Pellon Moisture Barrier
1st Stage 18” x 24” x 1” Electrostatic Filter with Pads
2nd Stage 18” x 24” Flexible Electrostatic Air Filter
3rd Stage 18” x 24” x 4.75” Certified Mini-Pleat HEPA Filter
Attachment 12” Dia. Inlet
Operating Environment 25 to 125 Deg. F (-4 to 50 Deg. C)
Construction Rotation Molded Poly with Internal Steel Reinforcement
Operating Controls Plug-able Panel with Multiple Speed control, Dual Ammeters,
Change HEPA Light, & Circuit Breakers
Air Flow 3500 CFM with all Filters in place
Static Pressure 6.3” W.G.
Motor 3 HP , Inverter Rated, 3 Phase Motor, 3600 RPM Maximum
Variable Speed, Dual Voltage
Motor Inverter
Input 120 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 15 or 20 Amp each One or Two separate
household circuits. (Optional: 1- 220V, 7, 10, 13 or 18 amp )
Blower One - Backward Inclined
Wheels Two - 12” Fixed Rear and Two - 4” Front Swivel Non-Marking
Wheels
SPECIFICATIONS
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TURBOJET MODELS
Turbojet Max – TurboJet Max II – TurboJet SuperMax
Air-Care warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship to the original
purchaser for a period of Three (3) years from the date of purchase. Components listed below are
excluded from this Three year period and are covered for periods described below:
Warranty covers both parts and labor (labor is to be performed at Air-Care’s facility located at 3868 E.
Post Road; Las Vegas, Nevada).
Warranty is extended to the original purchaser and is not transferrable.
This warranty does not extend to any damage to a product caused by or attributable to freight damage,
abuse, misuse, improper or abnormal usage. Warranty is also void if the product has been modified or
altered in any way.
The purchaser is responsible for the cost of shipping the equipment to Air-Care’s facility for evaluation.
If found to be defective and covered by the terms of this warranty, Air-Care will pay FedEx ground
shipping charges on the repaired or replaced item back to the purchaser’s location. Any additional
expedited service charges for quicker shipping shall be born by the purchaser. If the product or
component is not found to be a warranty issue, the purchaser will be responsible for return shipping
charges.
Air-Care is not responsible or liable for indirect, special, or consequential damages arising out of or in
connection with the use of performance of the product; damages with respect to any economic loss,
loss of property, loss of revenues or profits, loss of use, or other incidental or consequential damages
of whatsoever nature.
The warranty extended hereunder is in lieu of any and all other warranties, and any implied warranties
of any type.
This warranty gives you specific rights. These rights and others vary from state to state.
Division of D.P.L. Enterprises Inc.
3868 East Post Road, Las Vegas, Nevada 89120, [phone], FAX [phone]
Website: www.air-care.com • E-mail: [e-mail]
Vacuum Motors 1 Year
Power Inverter 1 Year
Wheels & Filters No Warranty
LIMITED WARRANTY
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