Kidde KN-COP-DP-B User manual

P/N 2551-7201-02 EN
C rbon Monoxide Al rm
User Guide
Model: KN-COP-DP-B (900-0278)
AC Plug-in Operated with AA Battery Backup
ATTENTION: Please take a few minutes to thoroughly read this
user guide which should be saved for future reference and passed
on to any subsequent owner.
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Welcome
Note: any times throughout this User Guide, we will refer to
Carbon onoxide as “CO”.
This Kidde carbon monoxide (CO) alarm is an important part of your
family’s home safety plan. This alarm has been designed and tested to
detect CO buildup in a residential environment. Your alarm is for use
specifically in the home, but not for use in a boat or recreational vehicle.
As an owner of a CO alarm, there are some basic facts you should know
about for your protection.
Many people think that CO alarms operate like smoke alarms. Like
smoke alarms, CO alarms monitor the air in your home and sound a
loud alarm to warn you of trouble. The way you respond to a CO alarm
is quite different than a smoke alarm. That’s because a house fire and a
CO problem are two distinctly different situations. If your smoke alarm
were to alarm, you would quickly be able to judge the level of danger
you were in with your senses. You can see and smell the smoke, feel the
heat, see, and possibly hear the fire burning. You can also readily see if
your smoke alarm is alarming in a non-emergency situation. Because
your sense of sight, smell, hearing and touch give you information, you
can almost instantly judge what action to take if you hear your smoke
alarm.
CO is an invisible, odorless, tasteless and non-irritating gas – completely
undetectable to your senses. That’s why it is important to your safety
that you have a CO alarm.
Important Warning Statements
I PORTANT: This carbon monoxide alarm is designed to detect
carbon monoxide from ANY source of combustion. It is NOT
designed to detect smoke, fire, or any other gas.
WARNING: Carbon monoxide alarms are not smoke alarms.
This carbon monoxide alarm is not a substitute for installing and
maintaining an appropriate number of smoke alarms in your
home.
This carbon monoxide alarm will not sense smoke, fire, or any
poisonous gas other than carbon monoxide even though carbon
monoxide can be generated by fire. For this reason you must
install smoke alarms to provide early warning of fire and to
protect you and your family from fire and its related hazards.
CAUTION: This alarm will only indicate the presence of carbon
monoxide at the sensor. Carbon monoxide may be present in
other areas.
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Important Warning Statements
WARNING: This product is intended for use in ordinary indoor
locations of family living units, not for use in boats or
recreational vehicles. It is not designed to measure compliance
with commercial or industrial standards. It is not suitable for
installation in hazardous locations as defined in your local
building code.
The installation of this device should not be used as a substitute
for proper installation, use and maintenance of fuel burning
appliances, including appropriate ventilation and exhaust
systems. It does not prevent CO from occurring, nor can it solve
an existing CO problem.
WARNING: This device is designed to protect individuals from
acute effects of carbon monoxide exposure. It may not fully
safeguard individuals with specific medical conditions. If in doubt,
consult a medical practitioner.
Individuals with medical problems may consider using warning
devices which provide audible and visual signals for carbon
monoxide concentrations under 30 PP .
This carbon monoxide alarm requires a continuous supply of
electrical power – it will not work without power. odels
without battery backup will not operate during power failure.
This alarm has not been investigated for carbon monoxide
detection below 70 PP .
Contents of This User Guide
1. Information About Carbon onoxide
2. Product Features and Specifications
3. Installation Locations
4. Installation Instructions
5. Alarm Characteristics
6. Operating Characteristics
7. aintenance
8. Limited Warranty
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1. Information About Carbon onoxide
Gener l C rbon Monoxide Inform tion
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless and tasteless poison gas that
can be fatal when inhaled. CO inhibits the blood’s capacity to carry
oxygen.
Periodically review this alarm user guide and discuss your CO alarm
emergency procedure with all the members of your family. Never ignore
a CO alarm. A true alarm is an indication of potentially dangerous levels
of CO. CO alarms are designed to alert you to the presence of CO
before an emergency – before most people would experience symptoms
of CO poisoning, giving you time to resolve the problem calmly.
Determine if anyone in the household is experiencing symptoms of CO
poisoning. Many cases of reported CO poisoning indicate that while
victims are aware they are not well, they become so disoriented they are
unable to save themselves by either exiting the building or calling for
assistance. Also, young children and household pets may be the first
affected. You should take extra precautions to protect high-risk persons
from CO exposure because they may experience ill effects from CO at
levels that would not ordinarily affect a healthy adult.
Symptoms of CO Poisoning
The following common symptoms are related to CO poisoning and
should be discussed with ALL members of the household.
ild Exposure:
Slight headache, nausea, vomiting, fatigue (often described as “flu-like”
symptoms).
edium Exposure:
Severe throbbing headache, drowsiness, confusion, fast heart rate.
Extreme Exposure:
Unconsciousness, convulsions, cardio-respiratory failure, death.
If you experience even mild symptoms of CO poisoning, consult your
doctor immediately!
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1. Information About Carbon onoxide
C rbon Monoxide PPM Levels
Model KN-COP-DP-B is equipped with a digital display that shows levels
of CO (displayed in PPM – parts per million). Learn the difference
between dangerous, high, mid and low levels.
Dangerous Levels:
When someone is experiencing symptoms of CO poisoning and CO
readings are generally above 100 PPM. Anytime someone is experiencing
the symptoms of CO poisoning this should be treated as an emergency.
See “What to do When the Alarm Sounds” (inside front cover).
High Levels:
Generally above 100 PPM, with no one experiencing symptoms. This
should be treated as an urgent situation. See “What to do When the
Alarm Sounds” (inside front cover).
id Levels:
Generally between 50 PPM to 100 PPM. This should be cause for
concern and should not be ignored or dismissed. See “What to do
When the Alarm Sounds” (inside front cover).
Low Levels:
Generally below 50 PPM. Kidde recommends you take action to
eliminate the source of CO. See “What to do When the Alarm Sounds”
(inside front cover).
Possible Sources of C rbon Monoxide
Inside your home, appliances used for heating and cooking are the most
likely sources of CO. Vehicles running in attached garages can also
produce dangerous levels of CO.
CO can be produced when burning any fossil fuel, such as gasoline,
propane, natural gas, oil and wood. It can be produced by any fuel-
burning appliance that is malfunctioning, improperly installed, or not
ventilated correctly, such as:
• Automobiles, furnaces, gas ranges/stoves, gas clothes dryers, water
heaters, portable fuel burning space heaters and generators,
fireplaces, wood-burning stoves and certain swimming pool heaters.
• Blocked chimneys or flues, back drafts and changes in air pressure,
corroded or disconnected vent pipes, loose or cracked furnace
exchangers.
• Vehicles and other combustion engines running in an open or closed
garage, attached or near a home.
• Burning charcoal or fuel in grills and hibachis in an enclosed area.
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1. Information About Carbon onoxide
Conditions Th t C n Produce C rbon Monoxide
The following conditions can result in transient CO situations:
• Excessive spillage or reverse venting of fuel-burning appliances caused
by outdoor ambient conditions, such as, wind direction and/or
velocity, including high gusts of wind, heavy air in the vent pipes
(cold/humid air with extended periods between cycles).
• Negative pressure resulting from the use of exhaust fans.
• Simultaneous operation of several fuel-burning appliances competing
for limited internal air.
• Vent pipe connections vibrating loose from clothes dryers, furnaces, or
water heaters.
• Obstructions in, or unconventional, vent pipe designs which can
amplify the above situations.
• Extended operation of unvented fuel-burning devices (range, oven,
fireplace, etc.).
• Temperature inversions which can trap exhaust gases near the ground.
• Vehicle idling in an open or closed garage, or near a home.
To be safe, know the possible sources of CO in your home. Keep fuel-
burning appliances and their chimneys and vents in good working
condition. Learn the early symptoms of exposure, and if you suspect CO
poisoning, move outside to fresh air and get emergency help. Your first
line of defense is an annual inspection and regular maintenance of your
appliances. Contact a licensed contractor or call your local utility
company for assistance.
Inform tion About C rbon Monoxide Al rms –
Wh t They C n nd C nnot Do:
CO alarms provide early warning of the presence of CO, usually before a
healthy adult would experience symptoms. This early warning is possible,
however, only if your CO alarm is located, installed and maintained as
described in this guide.
Because carbon monoxide is a cumulative poison, long-term exposures to low
levels may cause symptoms, as well as short-term exposures to high levels.
This Kidde unit has a time-weighted alarm – the higher the level of CO
present, the sooner the alarm will be triggered.
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1. Information About Carbon onoxide
This CO alarm can only warn you of the presence of CO. It does not prevent
CO from occurring, nor can it solve an existing CO problem. If your unit has
alarmed and you’ve provided ventilation by leaving your windows and doors
open, the CO buildup may have dissipated by the time help responds.
Although your problem may appear to be temporarily solved, it’s crucial that
the source of the CO is determined and that the appropriate repairs are made.
This CO alarm is designed to act as a monitor; it is not designed for use as a
short-term testing device to perform a quick check for the presence of CO.
CO alarms have limitations. Like any other electronic device, CO alarms are
not fool-proof. CO alarms have a limited operational life. You must test your
CO alarm weekly, because it could fail to operate at any time.
If your CO alarm fails to test properly, or if its self-diagnostic test reveals a
malfunction, immediately have the unit replaced. This alarm will not monitor
CO levels while in an error condition.
CO alarms can only sense CO that reaches the unit’s sensor. It’s possible that
CO may be present in other areas without reaching the alarm. The rate and
ability that which CO reaches the alarm may be affected by:
• Doors or other obstructions.
• resh air from a vent, an open window or other source.
• CO being present on one level of the home and not reach a CO alarm
installed on a different level. ( or example, CO in the basement may not
reach an alarm on the second level, near the bedrooms).
or these reasons, we recommend you provide complete coverage by placing
a CO alarm on every level of the home. Please carefully read all information
on properly installing this CO alarm.
CO alarms should not be used to detect the presence of natural gas
(methane), propane, butane, or other combustible fuels.
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2. Product Features and Specifications
odel KN-COP-DP-B
Rotating
AC plug
Peak
Le el
Low B ttery W rning
If the battery power is low, the unit will chirp every 60 seconds,
and the display will show "Lb" to indicate the batteries must be
replaced. THE BATTERIES UST BE REPLACED I EDIATELY!
Low B ttery HUSH®CONTROL
When the unit produces a low battery warning, the Low Battery
Hush®feature allows you to press the Test/Hush button on the alarm
and disable the “chirp” for a period of approximately 10 hours. This
gives you a chance to replace the batteries at a more convenient
time without sacrificing your safety by disconnecting the alarm from
power. During this Low Battery HUSH®period, your alarm is
monitoring for CO.
If the alarm does not go into Low Battery Hush, the battery power is
below the Low Battery Hush threshold. REPLACE THE BATTERIES
I EDIATELY!
Ambient Light Sensor
This alarm includes a feature to determine dark or light conditions.
This feature will;
1. Help prevent low battery chirping at night, (when ambient
conditions are dark).
2. Dim the display in low light conditions, (night time and darker
rooms), and brighten the display in bright light conditions.
Battery
Compartment
Alarm
Sounder
Test/Hush
Button
Red Alarm
Light
Green
Operate
Light /
Ambient
Light Sensor
Digital
Display
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2. Product Features and Specifications
End of unit life W rning
I PORTANT: Ten (10) years after the initial power up, this alarm
will “beep” two times every 30 seconds to indicate that it is time
to replace the alarm. Display will show "End".
To help identify the date to replace the alarm, a label has been affixed to
the side of the alarm. Write the “replace by” date (ten years from power
up) in a permanent marker on this label.
End of unit life Hush Control
The End of unit Life Hush feature allows you to silence End of Unit life
chirping, for a period of 3 days, by pressing the Test/Hush button. This
feature can be used 10 times within 30 days, allowing you to replace
the alarm at a more convenient time. After 30 days, the alarm will no
longer detect CO. RELACE ALAR I EDIATELY!
Temperature:
Operating Range: 4.4°C (40° ) to 37.8°C (100° )
Humidity:
Operating range: 10-95% relative humidity, non-condensing
Audible Alarm:
85+ dB at 10’ @ 3.4±0.5 KHz pulsing alarm
Sensor:
Electrochemical
Power:
120 volts AC, 60 Hz, 90 mA max, AA battery back-up
Alarm Response Times:
70 PPM = 60-240 min., 150 PPM = 10-50 min., 400 PPM = 4-15 min.
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Recommended Inst ll tion Loc tions
CO alarms should be mounted in or
near bedrooms and living areas. It is
recommended that you install a Kidde
CO alarm on each level of your home.
When choosing your installation
locations, make sure you can hear the
alarm from all sleeping areas. If you
install only one CO alarm in your home,
install it near bedrooms, not in the
basement or furnace room.
• The CO alarm plugs into a wall socket. Children must be taught not to
handle the CO alarm.
Loc tions To Avoid
I PORTANT: Improper location can affect the sensitive electronic
components in this alarm. To avoid causing damage to the unit, to provide
optimum performance, and to prevent unnecessary nuisance alarms:
• Do not install in kitchens, garages or furnace rooms that may expose the
sensor to substances that could damage or contaminate it.
• Do not install in areas where the temperature is colder than 4.4°C (40° )
or hotter than 37.8°C (100° ) such as crawl spaces, attics, porches and
garages.
• Do not install within 5 ft. of heating or cooking appliances. (Kidde
recommends 15 ft. to prevent nuisance alarms).
• Do not install near vents, flues, chimneys or any forced/unforced air
ventilation openings.
• Do not install near ceiling fans, doors, windows or areas directly exposed
to the weather.
• Do not install in dead air spaces, such as peaks of vaulted ceilings or
gabled roofs, where CO may not reach the sensor in time to provide early
warning.
• Do not install this unit near deep-cell large batteries. Large batteries have
emissions that can cause the alarm to perform at less than optimum
performance.
• Do not obstruct the vents located on the alarm. Do not place the alarm
where drapes, furniture or other objects block the flow of air to the vents.
3. Installation Locations
DINING KITCHEN BEDROOM BEDROOM
BEDROOM
LIVING ROOM
Recommended Locations
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When you first power up the alarm: The red Alarm LED will light and
the alarm will chirp once.
CO alarm power indicators:
AC - Digital display constantly on.
DC Only - Green LED flashes briefly once every 60 seconds.
Within a few minutes, your carbon monoxide alarm will start monitoring
for CO and will continue to do so as long as it receives power.
How to Inst ll Your Al rm
Direct Plug Alarm
To install:.
1. Choose a standard 120V unswitched outlet
to plug the alarm into.
2. If outlet is mounted sideways, (horizontally),
rotate the alarm plug before plugging the
alarm in.
CAUTION: Do not rotate the alarm while it is plugged into an
outlet, as damage to plug may result.
3. Pull the yellow tab to activate the battery backup.
4. Plug the alarm into the outlet.
Important Labels Provided
Two labels have been provided that have important information on what to
do in case of an alarm. Add the phone number of your emergency service
provider in the space provided. Place one label next to the alarm after it is
mounted, and one label near a fresh air source such as a door or window.
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4. Installation Instructions
5. Alarm Characteristics
C rbon Monoxide Al rm Indic tor
When the alarm senses a dangerous level of CO, the unit will emit a
loud alarm pattern. The alarm pattern is 4 quick beeps followed by 5
seconds of silence. This cycle repeats as long as a dangerous CO
condition exists. The red Alarm LED will flash the same pattern and the
PPM will be displayed on the digital display.
The digital display will be brightly lit if the unit is in alarm.
WARNING: If at any time you test the alarm and it does not
perform as described, have it replaced immediately.
6. Operating Characteristics
90º ROTATING DIRECT
PLUG
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Oper ting nd Al rm Ch r cteristics
LED Displ y Shows Al rm Sound Unit St tus Recommend tion
"---" then "888" 4 quick beeps,
5 seconds
silence,
repeated once
Self checking (Test
button was pressed)
None – CO has not
been detected.
Steady “0” displayed. None Normal AC operation
(sensing no CO) and
with good batteries
None
An alternating display of
"CO" and the CO
concentration from 30-
999.
4 quick beeps,
5 seconds
silence,
repeating
Alarm condition.
Dangerous
concentrations of CO
detected
Refer to “What to do
When the Alarm Sounds”
(inside front cover)
Display alternates
between 'Lb" and current
CO level, (0-999)
One quick
beep every
60 seconds
AC powered
and in Low
Battery
condition
Replace batteries
Steady “Err “displayed One quick
beep every 30
second
Unit malfunction
If "Err" continues, unit has
malfunctioned and must be
replaced immediately.
Unit will not respond to
CO. Press the Peak Level
button while unit is in
"Err"mode to obta
in error
code and call Product
Support line.
No display. Green LED
flashes briefly once
every 60 seconds.
None Battery backup
operation. Unit
monitoring for CO.
Verify AC power is
restored as soon as
possible to conserve
batteries.
6. Operating Characteristics
Whenever the KN-COP-DP-B is operating, the digital display will display “0” (with AC
applied) to indicate the unit is monitoring for CO. If the alarm senses dangerous levels
of CO, the digital display will alternate between "CO" and the measured CO
concentration in parts per million (PPM), and the alarm will emit an audible alarm
pattern. This alarm will display a “0” if CO concentrations between 0 and 30 PPM
have been detected within the last 15 seconds.
When the unit is first powered up, the digital display will show three “eights” –
indicating the alarm is in the start-up mode. The three “eights” will remain for
approximately 5 seconds. After 5 seconds, the alarm should display “0” and begin
monitoring the air for CO and will continue to do so as long as it receives power.
The digital display will be brightly lit if the unit is in alarm, or in high light, and then
will become dim in the standby condition during low light conditions.
The following table illustrates the possible digital displays, describes the audible
alarm patterns, and the recommended actions to take.
"End" displayed.
Red LED flashes
two times every 30
seconds
2 quick beeps
every 30
seconds.
End of unit life Replace unit immediately.
Refer to Section 2 for End
of Life Warning. Remove
and properly dispose of
batteries.
An alternating
display of
"PCO" and the CO
concentration (PPM)
None Unit has detected
100ppm or more
CO
Push test/reset button,
check appliances
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Pe k Level Event Alert
A Peak Level Event occurs whenever CO concentrations are greater than
100 PPM. The display will alternate between "PCO" and the currently
measured CO concentration, (0-999), even if that concentration has
returned to 0 PPM, (see Peak Level Memory section below to display
peak level CO from the event). The display will alternate continuously
on AC power, and will briefly display once every minute on DC only.
This will continue until:
1. The unit goes into alarm or,
2. CO concentration level drops below 100 PPM AND the user clears
the Peak CO Memory, (see Peak Level Memory Reset section below)."
If the CO concentration is greater than 30 PPM and less than 100 PPM,
the display will indicate the measured CO concentration only.
Pe k Level Memory
When the Peak Level button is pressed and held, the display shows the
highest CO reading taken by the CO alarm since its last reset or power
up. The Peak Level display feature will display levels between 11-999
PPM. Although the Peak Level feature will display levels below 30 PPM,
these levels will not result in an alarm no matter how long the device is
exposed to these levels. The Peak Level feature is helpful in identifying if
you have had a CO reading since resetting the alarm.
Concentrations of CO between 1 and 30 PPM can often occur in
normal, everyday conditions. Concentrations of CO below 30 PPM may
be an indication of a transient condition that may appear today and
never reappear. Some CO conditions may start out as low level leaks but
could develop into CO concentrations that may become harmful.
Pe k Level Memory Reset
Press and hold the Peak Level button, then press and hold the Test/Hush
button. When the number on the display reads "0", release both
buttons. The memory will be cleared and the alarm will begin
monitoring for CO.
6. Operating Characteristics
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7. aintenance
NOTE: This unit is sealed. The cover is not removable.
Due to the loudness of the alarm, we suggest that you place your
fingers over the sounder opening while testing your alarm.
Caution: Continuous exposure to the high sound level of this
alarm over an extended period of time may cause hearing loss.
Testing
To test the alarm, press the Test/Hush button. If the unit is operating
properly, you will hear 4 quick beeps – followed by 5 seconds of silence –
followed by 4 quick beeps. The display will show in sequence "---" then
"888". Within several seconds the unit will return to monitor for CO.
Note: You do not need to press the Test button to take a CO reading.
Battery Replacement
WARNING: If at any time you test the alarm and it does not perform as
described, have it replaced immediately.
NOTE: This CO alarm is not battery operated.
However, this alarm is equipped with 2 AA
batteries – the 2 AA batteries are to supply short
term back-up during a power outage.
If installed, press the battery latch with a
fingertip or small instrument to release the latch
and open the door. Remove the batteries and
replace with two of the following approved
replacement Alkaline batteries:
•Energizer E91 • Gold Peak 15A
• Golden Power GLR6A
Replace the battery door.
Any of these batteries can be purchased where you bought the alarm or at
your local hardware store.
NOTE: Do not use Lithium batteries with this unit.
IMPORTANT: Constant exposures to high or low humidity may reduce
battery life. Use only the batteries specified. Use of different batteries may
have a detrimental effect on alarm. A good safety measure is to replace the
batteries twice a year, at the same time you change your clocks to Daylight
Savings time and to Standard time.
After installing or changing the batteries, reinstall your alarm. Test your
alarm by using the Test/Reset button.
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Battery Polarity for the
two AA batteries
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7. aintenance
FCC CO PLIANCE STATE ENT
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the CC 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 or 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
M inten nce Tips
To keep your alarm in good working order, you must follow these steps:
• Test the alarm once a week by pressing the Test/Reset button.
• Vacuum the alarm cover once a month to remove accumulated dust.
• Never use detergents or solvents to clean the alarm. Chemicals can
permanently damage or temporarily contaminate the sensor.
• Avoid spraying air fresheners, hair spray, paint or other aerosols near
the alarm.
• Do not paint the unit. Paint will seal the vents and interfere with
proper sensor operation.
Move the CO Alarm to a remote location, to prevent possible damage or
contamination of the sensor, prior to performing any of the following:
• Staining or stripping floors or furniture, painting or wall-papering
• Using aerosols or adhesives
WARNING: Reinstall the CO Alarm as soon as possible to assure
continuous protection.
The following is a list of substances that at high levels can damage the
sensor or cause temporary readings that are not CO readings:
• Ethylene, ethanol, alcohol, iso-propanol, benzene, toluene, ethyl
acetate, hydrogen, hydrogen sulfide and sulfur dioxide.
• Also most aerosol sprays, alcohol based products, paint, thinner,
solvent, adhesive, hair spray, after shave, perfume, auto exhaust (cold
start) and some cleaning agents.
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