Asko RF2826S User manual

Dear customer!
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Instructions for use
RF2826S

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The appliance is intended solely for household use.
Refrigerator freezer (hereinafter: the appliance)
consists of two parts: the upper part is the refrigerator
and the lower part is the freezer.
The refrigerator is intended for storing fresh food at
temperatures above 0°C.
The freezer is intended for freezing fresh food and
for long-term storage of frozen food (up to one year,
depending on the type of food).

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IMPORTANT NOTES AND WARNINGS 4
HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY 6
APPLIANCE DESCRIPTION 7
TEMPERATURE CONTROLS 8
Temperature controls 8
Alarm 8
Automatic icemaker 9
Accessing the icemaker and freezer drawer 9
Water filter cartridge 9
Child control lockout 10
Vegetable pan 10
Lighted vegetable drawer shelf 11
Adjustable shelves 11
Door bins 11
Wine/ beverage rack 12
Customizable drawer 12
External moisture control 12
Led display lighting 12
Cleaning outside 13
Cleaning inside 13
Preparing for vacation 13
Interior light replacement 13
Refrigerator location 13
Clearances 13
Questions?
Use this problem solver! 14
TABLE OF CONTENS

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• The appliance is manufactured in compliance with the effective safety standards. However, it can be used by children
aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards involved.
• Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Instructions for use.
• This refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used.
• Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang on the door bins in the refrigerator. They could damage the refrigerator
and seriously injure themselves.
• Do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment when hands are damp or wet.
• Skin may adhere to these extremely cold surfaces.
• Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
• Your freezer has an automatic icemaker in the freezer drawer—avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector
mechanism, or with the heating element located on the bottom of the icemaker. Do not place fingers or hands on the
automatic icemaking mechanism while the freezer is plugged in.
• Turn offthe circuit breaker to disconnect power when cleaning or making repairs. Repairs should be made by a
qualified service technician.
• Do not try to replace a burned-out LED light. An authorized technician will need to replace the LED lights.
• Do not refreeze frozen foods which have thawed completely.
• WARNING! Connect to potable water supply only.
• WARNING! Ventilation openings on the appliance or built-in cupboard must
be kept clean and unobstructed at all times.
• WARNING! Do not use any mechanical accessories or other methods to
defrost the appliance, except for those expressly recommended by the
manufacturer.
• WARNING! During installation, cleaning, and removal of appliance, be
careful not to damage the insulation of the parts of the cooling system. This
will also prevent pollution.
• WARNING! Do not use any electric devices inside the appliance, except for
those allowed by the manufacturer of this refrigeration appliance.
DANGER: RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT
Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous,
even if they will sit for “just a few days.” If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please follow these instructions to
help prevent accidents.
Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator:
• Take offthe door/drawers.
• Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.
The symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that the product should not be treated as normal
household waste. The product should be taken to an authorized collection center for waste electric and
electronic equipment processing. Correct disposal of the product will help prevent any negative effects
on the environment and health of people which could occur in case of incorrect product removal. For detailed
information on removal and processing of the product, please contact the relevant municipal body in charge
of waste management, your waste disposal service, or the store where you bought the product.
IMPORTANT NOTES AND WARNINGS

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WARNING – R600A REFRIGERANT
• WARNING: This appliance contains isobutane refrigerant, R600a, a natural gas with high environmental
compatibility. However it is also combustible. Please adhere to the warnings below:
1) When handling, installing and operating the appliance, care should be taken to avoid damage to the refrigerant tubing.
2) Servicing shall be performed by factory-authorized service personnel and component parts shall be replaced with
manufacturer-authorized replacement components.
3) Refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which under federal law must be removed prior to product disposal.
4) Keep ventilation openings in the appliance enclosures or in the built-in structure clear of obstruction.
5) Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process.
6) Do not damage refrigerant circuit.
7) Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartment of the appliance.

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Connect the appliance to the power mains using a
connection cable. The wall outlet should be fitted with
a ground contact (safety socket). Nominal voltage and
frequency are indicated on the rating plate/label with
basic information on the appliance.
The appliance must be connected to the power mains
and grounded in compliance with the effective standards
and regulations. The appliance will withstand short-term
deviations from the nominal voltage, but not more than
+/- 6%.
DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD WITH THIS
APPLIANCE.
This provides the best performance and also prevents
overloading house wiring circuits, which could cause a
fire hazard from overheated wires.
Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power
cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the
outlet.
Repair or replace immediately all power cords that have
become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord
that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or
at either end.
When moving the refrigerator away from the wall, be
careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.
HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY

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A
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2
3
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B
C
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A Fresh food section
1. Fresh Food Shelves
2. Wine rack
3. Vegetable Pan
4. Fresh Food Door Bins
B Freezer Drawer
5. Icemaker
C Customizable Drawer
APPLIANCE DESCRIPTION

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Temperature Ranges
Low High
Fresh Food 1°C 8°C
Freezer Drawer -21°C -14°C
Customizable Drawer Temperature Ranges
Low High
Freezer -21°C -14°C
Chill 1°C 8°C
Wine 4°C 13°C
NOTE: Setting the controls to OFF stops cooling,
but does not shut offelectrical power to the unit . All
readings in °C will be rounded.
Alarm
To turn the Alarm feature on, press and hold the
ALARM button for 3 seconds. ALARM will be underlined
when active. To turn off, press and hold the ALARM
button for 3 seconds. The underline will disappear.
When the ALARM is active, the alarm will flash and beep
if you keep the door open for more than 2 minutes.
Temperature controls
Fresh Food - Solid Door Unit
Upper Drawer - Freezer
Lower Drawer - Costumizable
The temperature display shows the actual
temperature of the fresh-food compartment ,
freezer drawer or customizable drawer when each
one is selected by toggling the ZONE indicator. The
actual temperature will vary from the set temperature
based on factors such as frequency of door openings,
amount of food, defrost cycling and room temperature.
NOTE: Frequent door openings or doors left open for
periods of time may increase the internal temperature of
the compartments temporarily.
To turn offthe cooling system, toggle the ZONE
indicator to the fresh-food mode. Press the plus (+) pad
until the display shows OFF.
To turn the cooling system on, toggle the ZONE
indicator to the fresh-food mode and press the minus
(–) pad until the desired temperature is displayed. The
preset temperature of -18°C for the freezer or 3°C for the
fresh-food unit will appear in the display.
To check the current temperature setting for a
compartment , press the plus (+) or minus (–) pad
once. After 5 seconds, the display will return to the
actual temperature.
To change the temperature settings, press
the plus (+) or minus (–) pad for each increment to the
desired temperature set point. Allow 24 hours for the unit
to reach the temperature you have set.
TEMPERATURE CONTROLS

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Automatic icemaker
A newly installed refrigerator may take 12–24 hours
to begin making ice. The refrigerator is shipped with
the icemaker set to ON.
The icemaker will produce seven cubes per cycle
— approximately 15 cycles in a 24-hour period,
depending on freezer compartment temperature, room
temperature, number of door openings and other use
conditions.
If the refrigerator is operated before the water connection
is made to the icemaker, set the icemaker to OFF. To set
the icemaker to OFF, press the ZONE indicator on the
control pad twice to select the freezer drawer. Press the
ICE icon to the right . The line under ICE will disappear
and the word OFF will show under ICE.
Throw away the first full bucket of ice.
Be sure nothing interferes with the sweep of the feeler
arm.
When the bin fills to the level of the feeler arm, the
icemaker will stop producing ice.
It is normal for several cubes to be joined together.
If ice is not used frequently, old ice cubes will become
cloudy, taste stale and shrink.
A
B
A Icemaker
B Feeler Arm
After the icemaker has been turned on again, there will
be a delay of about 45 minutes before the icemaker
resumes operations.
NOTE: In homes with lower-than-average water
pressure, you may hear the icemaker water valve cycle
on several times when making one batch of ice.
NOTE: Icemaker works best between
3 and 8 bar home water pressure.
Accessing the icemaker and freezer drawer
The icemaker is located on the ceiling of the freezer
drawer and to the left rear. There is an LED strip in the
freezer drawer ceiling. The freezer drawer contains 1 ice
bin.
Water filter cartridge
The water filter cartridge is located below the
customizable drawer on the lower-right side of the
appliance.
Water Filter
Cartridge
To Replace the Filter:
While the filter cartridge may last up to 1 year,
replacement frenquency will depend on ice usage.
There is a replacement indicator light for the water filter
cartridge on the control panel. The filter cartridge should
be replaced when the word REPLACE appears beneath
FILTER on the control panel.

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Installing the Filter Cartridge:
1. Open the customizable drawer to gain access to the
water filter cartridge.
2. Remove the old cartridge by twisting
counterclockwise. Pull forward on the filter to remove.
3. Insert the new filter into the compartment and twist
clockwise until the cartridge stops.
To Reset the Filter Status Light:
Press and hold the FILTER button for 3 seconds.
Filter Bypass Plug:
You must use the filter bypass plug if:
a) you have a household reverse osmosis water system
and/or another form of home water filtration system.
b) a replacement filter is not available.
The icemaker will not operate without the filter or filter
bypass plug installed.
The bypass plug and mini manual are located
in the bottom machine compartment.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Remove the water filter to
immediately stop any water leak from the icemaker.
Child control lockout
This child control lockout feature prevents unwanted
changes to your temperature settings.
After the desired temperature is set , the temperature
can be locked. To lock, press and hold the LOCK button
for 3 seconds. To unlock, press and hold the LOCK
button for 3 seconds.
Vegetable pan
The Vegetable Pan in the fresh-food section
of the refrigerator has LED strip lighting above
the drawer.
There are adjustable dividers with several different
position options. The divider is held in place by a tab
located under the handle, a slot located on the back wall
and a stabilizing rib on the bottom of the drawer for each
position.
To change the divider position:
1. Pull up on the back of the divider to release it from the
slot in the back and offof the tab in the front .
2. Slide the divider into a new location, making sure it
seats into the rib on the bottom of the drawer.
3. Pull up on the back of the divider to locate the front
under the tab at the new location.
4. Push down on the back of the divider to seat it into the
slot at the new location.
Ribs
Tab Slot
Front
Back

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Lighted vegetable drawer shelf
The lighted vegetable drawer shelf provides lighting for
the lower compartments. The lights are recessed into
the shelf to illuminate the drawers below.
To remove the shelf:
1. Lift the shelf and carefully pull forward to expose the
wires.
2. Unplug the shelf and carefully remove it from the
refrigerator.
To replace the shelf:
1. Carefully set the shelf onto the side rails, leaving the
plug exposed.
2. Plug the shelf into the refrigerator.
3. Carefully slide the shelf into place.
Adjustable shelves
Tempered glass shelves in the fresh food section enable
you to make efficient shelf arrangements to fit your
family’s food storage needs.
To adjust shelves: Tilt the shelf up at the front and slide it
up or down along the back wall to the placement you want .
Handle glass shelves carefully. Rough handling of
tempered glass can cause it to shatter.
To remove shelves:
NOTE: To remove a shelf, all shelves under it must first
be removed.
1. Remove any food from the shelf.
2. Remove covers at the bottom of each track.
3. Tilt the first shelf up at the front.
4. Slide the shelf down along the back wall until you
reach the bottom where the notch is located. Slide the
shelf through the notch.
5. Repeat for removing the other shelves.
To replace shelves:
Replace shelves by perform steps 1 through 4 in
reverse.
Cover
Door bins
The door bins are removable. Lift bin out of the bin
bracket to remove.
The bin brackets are adjustable and can move up and
down to meet your storage needs.
Do this by tilting the bin up at the front and sliding it up or
down along the door to the placement you desire.
Bin
Bracket
Door
Bin
Lighted Vegetable
Drawer Shelf
Lift shelf and
pull forward
LED lights are located
under the shelf at the front

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Wine/ beverage rack
The wine/beverage rack fits onto one of the glass
shelves in the fresh-food compartment . The rubber
coating on the portions of the rack that sit on top of the
shelf keeps the rack from slipping or scratching the shelf.
The wine/beverage rack will hold 2-liter bottles, wine
bottles and champagne bottles.
Customizable drawer
The customizable drawer can be used as
a freezer, as a fresh-food refrigerator or as a wine/
beverage drawer.
To customize your drawer:
Press the ZONE indicator on the control pad to select
the customizable drawer.
Recommended Temperatures for Customizable
Drawer:
Button Function Temperature
Chill Fresh Food 3°C
Freeze Freezer –18°C
Wine Wine Storage 13°C
This drawer has LED strip lighting above it . There is also
one adjustable divider that can be placed in different
positions and a bin that can slide left or right in the
drawer.
To change the divider position:
1. Pull in the tabs at the top of the divider to release it
from the tab holes at the front and back of the drawer.
2. Lift the divider offof the raised tabs at the bottom of
the drawer.
3. Move the divider to its new location and slide it onto
the raised tabs.
4. Pull in the tabs at the top of the divider and position
the divider so the tabs will fit into the tab holes.
Release the tabs so they lock into place.
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2
3
4
5
1. Removable sliding bin
2. Raised Tab
3. Divider
4. Tab
5. Tab Hole
External moisture control
This product is equipped with an external moisture
control feature. The refrigerator is shipped with the
external moisture control feature off.
In some humid environments, moisture can form on the
front surface of the refrigerator cabinet .
If moisture does appear on the front surface of the
refrigerator cabinet , turn on the external moisture
control feature by pressing and holding the ALARM and
LOCK buttons on the control panel for 5 seconds. When
activated, a small picture of a water droplet with a line
through it will appear below the (+) and (–) signs on the
control panel.
Led display lighting
This refrigerator has LED lighting on both sides of the
interior as well as above the freezer drawer and above
the customizable drawer.

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Cleaning outside
Door handles and trim
Clean with a cloth dampened with soapy water. Dry with
a soft cloth.
Keep the outside clean. Wipe with a clean cloth lightly
dampened with mild liquid dish detergent. Dry with a
clean, soft cloth.
Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dish cloth
or wet towel. These may leave a residue that can
damage the finish. Do not use scouring pads, powdered
cleaners, bleach or cleaners containing bleach because
these products can scratch and damage the finish.
Stainless steel
Regularly clean and polish the Stainless Steel
Door Panels and Handles (on some models) with
a commercially available stainless steel cleaner to
preserve and protect the fine finish.
Do not use appliance wax or polish on the stainless
steel.
Custom Wood Panels - please contact your custom
panel supplier for direction on cleaning and care.
Cleaning inside
Turn offpower at the circuit breaker or fuse box
before cleaning. If this is not practical, wring excess
moisture out of sponge or cloth when cleaning around
switches, lights or controls.
Use warm water and baking soda solution— about a
tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to a quart (1 liter)
of water. This both cleans and neutralizes odors.
Thoroughly rinse and wipe dry.
Other parts of the refrigerator—including door gaskets,
vegetable drawer, ice storage bins and all plastic parts—
can be cleaned the same way. After cleaning the door
gaskets, apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly to the door
gaskets at the hinge side. This helps keep the gaskets
from sticking and bending out of shape.
Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves with hot water
because the extreme temperature difference may cause
them to break. Handle glass shelves carefully. Rough
handling of tempered glass can cause it to shatter.
Do not wash any plastic parts in the dishwasher.
Preparing for vacation
For long vacations or absences, remove food from the
refrigerator. Adjust the temperature up (+) until the unit
turns off. Clean the interior with a baking soda solution of
one tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to one quart
(1 liter) of water. Leave the door open.
For shorter vacations, remove perishable foods and
leave the control at the regular setting. However, if the
room temperature is expected to drop below 16°C, follow
the same instructions as for extended vacations.
Turn offthe icemaker and shut offthe water supply to the
freezer.
Interior light replacement
Do not try to replace a burned-out LED light. An
authorized technician will need to replace the LED lights.
Refrigerator location
Do not install the refrigerator where temperatures
will be below 16°C because it will not maintain proper
temperatures, and the refrigerator couldl develop high
internal humidity.
For proper installation, the refrigerator must be placed
on a level surface of hard material the same height
as the rest of the flooring. This surface should be
strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator,
or approximately 500 kg each. See the Installation
Instructions for complete directions.
Clearances
Allow 42,5 cm minimum clearance between the door and
wall for a full 115° door swing. Allow 9 cm min. clearance
to a wall for a 90° door swing for Stainless Steel panel.
42,5 cm
81 cm
9 cm

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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
REFRIGERATOR SYSTEM DOES NOT
OPERATE
• May be in defrost cycle when refrigerating system does not operate for
about 45 minutes.
• Temperature control in the OFF position.
• If interior light is not on, refrigerator may not be plugged in at wall outlet .
• The house fuse is blown/house circuit breaker is tripped. Replace fuse or
reset the breaker.
• If your control panel says SHO, then your showroom mode was enabled.
To turn this off, hold the ALARM button and (-) pad simultaneously for
5 seconds.
REFRIGERATING SYSTEM OPERATES
FOR LONG PERIODS OR CYCLES ON
FREQUENTLY
(Modern refrigerators and freezers with
more storage space and a larger freezer
require more operating time. They start and
stop often to maintain even temperatures.)
• Normal when refrigerator is first plugged in. Wait 24 hours for the
refrigerator to completely cool down.
• Often occurs when large amounts of food are placed in refrigerator. This is
normal.
• Door left open or package holding door open.
• Hot weather or frequent door openings. This is normal.
• Temperature control set at the coldest setting. See Temperature Control.
VIBRATION OR RATTLING
(Slight vibration is normal.)
• Refrigerator may not be properly installed.
– Anti-tip bracket may be loose.
– Unit may not be level.
THUMPING SOUND WHEN CLOSING
DOOR
• This is a normal operating sound.
• Closing the door slowly will minimize the sound.
OPERATING SOUNDS • The variable speed compressor.
• Normal fan air flow—multiple fans blow cold air through the fresh-food and
freezer compartments—other fans cool the compressor.
• The fans change speeds in order to provide optimal cooling and energy
savings.
• These NORMAL sounds will also be heard from time to time:
– You may hear a whooshing or gurgling sound when the door closes. This
is due to pressure equalizing within the refrigerator.
– A water dripping sound may occur during the defrost cycle as ice melts
from the evaporator and flows into the drain pan.
– The flow of refrigerant through the freezer cooling coils may make a
gurgling sound like boiling water.
– Water dropping on the defrost heater can cause a sizzling, popping or
buzzing sound during the defrost cycle.
– You may hear cracking or popping sounds when the refrigerator is first
plugged in or during/after the defrost cycle. This happens as the
refrigerator cools to the correct temperature.
– The compressor may cause a clicking or chirping sound when attempting
to restart (this could take up to 5 minutes).
– The electronic control board may cause a clicking sound when relays
activate to control refrigerator components.
– Ice cubes dropping into the bin and water running in pipes as icemaker
refills.
– The icemaker water valve will buzz when the icemaker fills with water.

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THE MANUFACTURER RESERVES THE RIGHT TO ALTER THE SPECIFICATIONS WITH NO IMPACT TO THE
FUNCTIONAL OPERATION OF THE APPLIANCE.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
DOOR NOT CLOSING PROPERLY • Package or bottle may be holding door open.
• Check the door gasket; it may be out of position.
• Refrigerator is not level. See Installation Instructions.
• Hinge springs deactived. See Installation Instructions.
REFRIGERATOR TOO WARM • Temperature control not set cold enough. See Temperature Control.
• Hot weather or frequent door openings.
• Door left open for long time.
• Package may be holding door open.
ACTUAL TEMPERATURE NOT EQUAL
TO SET TEMPERATURE
• Refrigerator just plugged in. Allow 24 hours for system to stabilize.
• Door open for too long. Allow 24 hours for system to stabilize.
• Warm food added to refrigerator. Allow 24 hours for system to stabilize.
• Defrost cycle is in process. Allow 24 hours for system to stabilize.
FROST OR ICE CRYSTALS ON FROZEN
FOOD
(Frost within package is normal)
• Drawer left open or package holding door open.
• Too frequent or too long door openings.
• Drawer may have been left open.
• Ice cubes or some other object may be stuck behind the drawer.
SLOW ICE CUBE FREEZING • Drawer may have been left open.
• Turn temperature control to a colder setting.
• Package may be holding drawer open.
ICE CUBES HAVE ODOR/TASTE • Old cubes need to be discarded.
• Ice storage bin needs to be emptied and washed.
• Unsealed packages in freezer may be transmitting odor/taste to ice cubes.
• Interior of freezer needs cleaning. See Care and Cleaning.
• Poor-tasting incoming water. Change the water filter.
AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER DOES NOT
WORK
• Icemaker is turned off.
• Water supply turned offor not connected.
• Freezer too warm.
• Piled up cubes in storage bin may cause icemaker to shut offtoo soon.
Level cubes by hand.
• Ice bin is not in position.
• Clogged water filter.
MOISTURE FORMS ON OUTSIDE OF
REFRIGERATOR
• Not unusual during periods of high humidity. Wipe surface dry.
• Turn on the External Moisture Control feature.
MOISTURE COLLECTS INSIDE • Too frequent or too long door openings.
• In humid weather, air carries moisture into refrigerator when doors are opened.
• Lower drawer switched from (freezer) to chill or wine.
REFRIGERATOR HAS ODOR • Foods with strong odors should be tightly covered.
• Check for spoiled food.
• Interior needs cleaning. See Care and Cleaning.
INTERIOR LIGHTS DO NOT WORK • No power at outlet .
• LEDs need replacing. See Consumer Service Section.
DOOR DIFFICULT TO REOPEN
IMMEDIATELY AFTER CLOSING
• Tight door seal is due to pressure equalizing within the refrigerator. After
closing the door, wait 5–30 seconds to reopen.
Instructions for use of the appliance can also be found on our website at www.asko.com

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