Panasonic KY-R645RLJPQ User manual

Operating and Installation Instructions ........................................................................................2 - 23
Thank you for purchasing the Panasonic product.
• This appliance is intended for household use only.
• Please read these instructions carefully before attempting to install, operate or service this product.
• For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully and follow safety precautions when
using this product.
• Before using this product please pay extra attention to “Safety Precautions” (Page 3 - 5).
Keep this Operating and Installation Instructions for future use.
Operating and Installation Instructions
Household UseCeramic Hob
Model No. : KY-R645RLJPQ

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Table of Contents
Safety Precautions .......................................................................................................................... 3 - 5
Parts Identification............................................................................................................................. 6 - 7
• Parts Identification ...............................................................................................................................6
• Accessories .........................................................................................................................................6
• Control Panel .......................................................................................................................................7
Using the Ceramic Hob ................................................................................................................... 8 - 13
• Operating the Ceramic Hob .......................................................................................................... 8 - 9
• Timer Function............................................................................................................................. 9 - 10
• Safety Features for Ceramic Hob............................................................................................... 10 - 11
• Cooking Guidelines.................................................................................................................... 12 - 13
Cleaning and Maintenance............................................................................................................ 14 - 15
Troubleshooting .....................................................................................................................................16
Specifications ........................................................................................................................................17
For Installer
Installation Instructions.................................................................................................................. 18 - 23
• Installation Requirements .......................................................................................................... 20 - 22
• Electrical Connection.........................................................................................................................23

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In order to prevent accidents or injuries to the users, other people, and damage to
property, please follow the instructions below.
■The following charts indicate the degree of damage caused by wrong operation.
WARNING
Indicate
serious injury
or death.
CAUTION
Indicate risk of
injury or property
damage.
■The symbols are classified and explained as follows.
These symbols
indicate prohibition.
This symbol indicates requirement
that must be followed.
Safety Precautions Make sure to follow these instructions
Stop using the product when any
abnormality / failure occurs and turn
‘OFF’ the isolating switch or remove
power plug if fitted.
(Risk of smoke/fire/electric shock)
Example of abnormality / failure:
• Abnormal noise or heat.
• Fire or oil ignition.
• Abnormal emission of smoke, fire.
• The product sometimes does not start
when turned on.
• The power is sometimes disconnected
when the cord is moved.
• Burnt odour or abnormal noise is
detected during operation.
• The body is deformed or abnormally
hot.
• The Glass Panel is cracked.
Contact a Panasonic Authorised
Service Centre immediately for
maintenance / repair.
The Ceramic Hob must be earthed.
Plug the power cord to socket outlet
with earthing continuity terminal.
Improper grounding could cause
electric shock.
The means for disconnection must
be incorporated in the fixed wiring in
accordance with the wiring rules.
This appliance is necessary to allow
disconnection from the supply after
installation. The disconnection may
be achieved by having the plug
accessible or by incorporating
a switch in the fixed wiring in
accordance with the wiring rules.
This appliance is not intended to be
operated by means of an external
timer or a separate remote-control
system.
If the supply cord is damaged,
it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or
similarly qualified persons in order
to avoid a hazard.
Be sure to disconnect the Power
Plug from the wall outlet or switch
OFF the external switch before
maintenance, repair or service. Also,
do not handle the Power Plug or
external switch with wet hand.
When disconnecting the Power
Plug, hold the plug itself. Do not pull
the cord in anyway. The cord may
be damaged and may cause fire or
electric shock.
Insert the Power Plug firmly,
otherwise it may cause fire or
electric shock.
WARNING

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Safety Precautions Make sure to follow these instructions
Installation and servicing must be
carried out by competent persons
in accordance with the regulation in
force.
Before the appliance is put into
operation, all the protective film
applied must be removed.
Stir liquids (For example: soup,
stewed food) before heating. If the
liquid is heated without stirring:
• The cookware may jump and damage
the Glass Panel.
• The liquids splatter and may cause
burns or injuries.
Keep all combustible material away.
It may cause fire.
After use, switch off the Ceramic
Hob element by its controls (OFF/
ON switch and main power switch)
and do not rely on the pot detector
(safety functions).
The cooking process has to be
supervised. A short term cooking
process has to be supervised
continuously.
Keep pots stable.
May cause injuries or burns if the
pots fall off.
If acidic food (For example: vinegar,
jam, food which contains lemon or
plum) sticks to the Glass Panel, wipe
it off immediately. Otherwise, the
Glass Panel may be discoloured.
Clean the Power Plug regularly
with dry cloth, otherwise, it may
cause insufficient insulation due to
moisture, and may cause fire.
In case of malfunction or breakdown,
immediately stop using the
appliance. Turn off the main power
switch and the circuit breaker, and
then contact the service center.
Failure to do this may cause smoke,
burns, and electric shock.
This appliance is not intended for
use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible
for their safety. Children should be
supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
Unattended cooking on a hob with
fat or oil can be dangerous and may
result in a fire.
If the surface is cracked, switch off
the appliance to avoid the possibility
of electric shock.
Do not damage the power cord or
Power Plug.
Do not connect the power voltage
other than 220 - 240 V , may cause
fire or electric shock.
Avoid using for deep frying.
Overheated oil may catch fire when it
is used for deep-frying because this
Ceramic Hob does not have the “Oil
Temperature Control System”.
Must not disassemble the Ceramic
Hob for reconstruction.
WARNING
CAUTION

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Safety Precautions Make sure to follow these instructions
CAUTION
When stir frying with Ceramic Hob,
observe the following points:
• Do not leave this Ceramic Hob
unattended.
• Do not overheat.
• Use lower power level for preheating.
(If a small quantity of oil is used and
heated excessively, the oil temperature
will rise rapidly and the oil may catch
fire. If the bottom of the pot is thin, it
may become red due to the heat).
When using the power level “9” of
Ceramic Hob:
• Do not use for stir frying. The bottom of
the pot may be deformed.
• Do not use for simmering. The
ingredients may boil over.
• When boiling water, turn down the
power level as soon as the water
has boiled. Water may boil or splatter
around.
Please use caution when unpacking,
installing or moving this product, as
some exposed edges may be sharp
to the touch and may cause injury if
not handled with care.
To protect the Glass Panel from
damage, observe the following
instructions:
• Do not place portable gas burner, steel
cylinders or canned goods. They would
burst if mistakenly heated.
• Do not let metallic objects such as
knives, forks, spoons, lids, aluminium
foil / tray, retort pouch, magnetic ring,
watch or accessories be placed on /
near the top or be touched to cookware
during Ceramic Hob is operating as
they may get hot and cause burns or
injuries.
• Do not apply high pressure on Glass
Panel or drop things on it.
• Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners
or sharp metal scrapers to clean the
Glass Panel, since they can scratch the
surface, which may cause shattering of
the Glass Panel.
Spray cleaner is not to be used for
cleaning.
A steam cleaner is not to be used. It
may cause malfunction, if the water
enters the electric parts.
Do not insert metallic objects such
as pins or wire into the intake /
exhaust vent.
Do not disassemble, attempt to
repair or modify the Ceramic Hob.
For repair, contact the dealer or
Customer care centre.
Do not replace the parts of the
Ceramic Hob with spare parts other
than authorised Panasonic parts.
Do not touch the Glass Panel during
or after use. Be extra careful when
the high temperature caution signal
“H” lights up.
• Clean the Ceramic Hob after it has
cooled down.
For proper use of this appliance,
observe the following instructions:
• Do not place paper, or any material that
may burn under the pot. The paper may
scorch due to the heat of the pot.
• Do not heat empty pots or overheat. The
ingredients may burn or the pot may be
damaged.
• Danger of fire : Do not store items on
the cooking surfaces.
• Do not use the product for purpose
other than cooking.
• Do not heat and scorch empty
enamelled pots. The Glass Panel may
be damaged by melted bottom.
• Do not rub the Glass Panel with the
bottom of the pot or place a hot pot on
it. The Glass Panel may be damaged or
discoloured.

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Parts Identification
1
2
4
3
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1. Cooking Zone 1 (ø 165 mm, 1200 W).
2. Cooking Zone 2 (ø 200 mm, 1800 W).
3. Cooking Zone 3 (ø 165 mm, 1200 W).
4. Cooking Zone 4 (ø 200 mm, 1800 W).
5. Glass Panel.
6. Control Panel.
Accessories
Warranty Card Operating and
Installation Instructions
Parts Identification

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Control Panel
10
9
1. Child Lock
2. Cooking Zone 1 Controls
3. Cooking Zone 2 Controls
4. Programme Time Controls
5. Cooking Zone 3 Controls
6. Cooking Zone 4 Controls
7. OFF/ON Control
8. Indicator OFF/ON Light
9. Display Screen
10. Indicator Child Lock Light
Shape of the bottom
• The bottom is flat and has uniform contact with the
Glass Panel.
• Do not use:
a.The round-bottom cookware.
b. The pot which has legs or protrusions.
c. The curved-bottom cookware (A curve must not
be 3 mm or more).
* If the round-bottom cookware is used, it cannot be
heated, the safety functions do not activate properly,
or power level might be lower.
d.The cookware with very thin bottom.
(Might get warped.)
Parts Identification

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Operating the Ceramic Hob
Before use
• Read this guide, taking special note of the ‘Safety Precautions’ section.
• Remove any protective film that may still be on the Ceramic Hob.
Using the Touch Controls
• The controls respond to touch, so it is unnecessary to apply
any pressure.
• Use the ball of the finger, not its tip.
• A beep will sound each time a touch is registered.
• Make sure the controls are always clean, dry, and that there is
no object (e.g. a utensil or a cloth) covering them. Even a thin
film of water cause make the controls difficult to operate.
Start cooking
After connecting the Ceramic Hob to the power supply, a beep will sound.
1. Touch , all displays show or , indicating that the Ceramic Hob has
entered the state of standby mode.
2. Place suitable cookware on the cooking zone to be used.
• Make sure the bottom of the cookware and the surface of the cooking zone are
clean and dry.
3. Select the power level by touching the or control on the selected cooking
zone. (Power level should be within 1-9)
• If the power level is not selected within 1 minute, the Ceramic Hob will automatically
switch off. The operation needs to start again from step 1.
• The power level can be changed at any time during cooking.
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Finish cooking
1. Turn off the cooking zone by touching to , or touching and
simultaneously.
2. Turn off the whole cooking zone by touching the OFF/ON control, .
Timer Function
The timer can be used for either operation below:
1To set as Reminder. In this case, the timer will not turn any cooking zone off when the
set time is up.
2To set time to turn only one cooking zone off when the set time is up.
• You can cancel the timer by touching to , or touching or
simultaneously. will be visible on the display.
• Touch the or control of the “Programme Time Control” to decrease or increase
timer by 1 minute.
• Hold the or control of the “Programme Time Control” to decrease or increase
timer by 10 minutes.
For 1condition
In standby mode,
1. Touch or on the selected cooking zone.
2. Wait for the power level indicator to stop flashing.
3. Touch or on the “Programme Time Control” to set the time. (0-99 minutes)
4. It will begin to countdown immediately. The display will show the remaining time.
Alternatively, you can operate the timer in following steps:
• Touch or on the “Programme Time Control” first, then touch or on the
selected cooking zone without waiting any indicator to stop flashing.
■ Note:
1. A beep will sound after the timer reaches . will be visible on the display.
Touch any control on the display to stop the beep.
2. The heating will continue until the operation is cancelled, or the Ceramic Hob will
shutdown automatically based on default heating time. (Refer to “Auto Shutdown
Protection”)
3. During the countdown, the power level can be changed by touching or on the
corresponding cooking zone.
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For 2condition
In standby mode,
1. Touch or on the cooking zone which is preferable to be used.
2. While the power level indicator is still flashing, touch or on the “Programme
Time Control” to set the time. (0-99 minutes)
3. A red dot flashing next to the power level indicator will be visible on the display .
The dot indicates the cooking zone has been selected.
4. It will begin to countdown immediately. The display will show the remaining time.
■ Note:
1. A beep will sound once after the timer reaches . will be visible on the
display.
2. The selected cooking zone will shutdown automatically. Other cooking zones will keep
operating if they are turned on previously.
3. During the countdown, the power level can be changed by touching or on the
corresponding cooking zone.
Safety Features for Ceramic Hob
Child Lock Protection
To Lock: Touch , a beep will sound, and will be visible on the display. All
controls will be disabled, except the OFF/ON control, in case of emergency.
To Unlock:Touch for approximate 3 seconds, a beep will sound and will go off,
indicating all controls are ready for use.
■ Note:
The Ceramic Hob may always be turned off with in lock mode, but for any further
operation it will first need to be unlocked.
Over-Temperature Protection
A temperature sensor equipped monitors the temperature inside the Ceramic Hob. When an
excessive temperature is monitored, the Ceramic Hob will stop operation automatically.
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Auto Shutdown Protection
Auto shut down is a safety function for the Ceramic Hob. It shuts down automatically if
forgotten to turn off after cooking. The default shutdown time for the various power levels are
shown in the below table:
Powerlevel 123456789
Default shutdown time
(hours) 888444222
Residual Heat Warning
When the Ceramic Hob has been operating for some time, there will be some residual heat.
The letter appears and blinks to warn the user to keep away from it. The letter will
disappear when the particular cooking zone has cooled down.
WARNING
Beware of hot surfaces.
Ceramic Hob will show which cooking zone is hot to touch with the
flashing on the display. It will disappear when the surface has cooled
down to a safe temperature.
Do not cover the cooking zone with flammable material such as cloth, alcohol
contained detergent, etc. when is displayed.
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Cooking Guidelines
WARNING
Take care when frying as the oil and fat will heat up very quickly, particularly if
cooking at high power levels. At extremely high temperatures, oil and fat will
ignite spontaneously and this presents a serious fire risk.
■Cooking Tips:
• When food comes to the boil, reduce the temperature setting.
• Using a lid will reduce the cooking time and save energy by retaining the heat.
• Minimise the amount of liquid or fat to reduce the cooking time.
• Start cooking on a high setting and reduce the setting when the food has been heated
through.
Simmering, cooking rice
• Simmering occurs below boiling point, at around 85 ˚C, when bubbles are just rising
occasionally to the surface of the cooking liquid. It is the key to delicious soups and
tender stews because the flavours develop without overcooking the food. Egg-based and
flour thickened sauces should be cooked below boiling temperature.
• Some tasks, including cooking rice by the absorption method, may require a setting
higher than the recommended setting to ensure the food is cooked properly in the time
recommended.
Searing steak
• To cook juicy flavoursome steaks:
1. Stand the meat at room temperature for about 20 minutes before cooking.
2. Heat up a heavy-based frying pan.
3. Brush both sides of the steak with oil. Drizzle a small amount of oil into the hot pan and
put the meat in the hot pan.
4. Turn the steak only once during cooking. The exact cooking time will depend on the
thickness of the steak and desired tenderness. The cooking time may vary from about
2 – 8 minutes per side. Press the steak to judge how cooked it is; the firmer it feels the
more ‘well done’ it is.
5. Leave the steak to rest on a warm plate for a few minutes to allow it to rest and
become tender before serving.
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For stir-frying
1. Choose a flat-based wok or a large frying pan.
2. Be ready with all the ingredients and equipment. Stir-frying should be quick. If cooking
large quantities, cook the food in several smaller batches.
3. Preheat the pan briefly and add two tablespoons of oil.
4. Cook any meat first, put it aside and keep warm.
5. Stir-fry the vegetables. When they are hot but still crisp, turn the cooking zone to a
lower setting, return the meat to pan and add seasoning.
6. Stir the ingredients gently to make sure they are heated through.
7. Serve immediately.
Power level
The settings below are guidelines only. The exact setting will depend on several factors,
including type of cookware used and the cooking portion. Experiment with the Ceramic Hob
to find the best setting.
Power level Suitable cooking mode
1-2
• Delicate warming for small amounts of food
• Melting chocolate, butter, and foods that burn quickly
• Gentle simmering
• Slow warming
3-4
• Reheating
• Rapid simmering
• Cooking rice
5-6 • Pancakes
7-8 • Sautéing
• Cooking pasta
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• Stir-frying
• Searing
• Bringing soup to the boil
• Boiling water
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What How Important!
 Everyday dirt
on Glass Panel
(fingerprints,
marks, stains
left by food or
non-sugary
spillovers
on the Glass
Panel)
1. Switch OFF the power.
2. Apply a neutral detergent
when the Glass Panel has
cooled down.
3. Rinse and wipe dry with a
clean cloth or paper towel.
• After the power has been
switched OFF and there are
no more hot Cooking Zones,
indication may disappear.
However, take extreme caution
as the surface of the Cooking
Zone may still be hot.
• Hard scourers, some nylon
scourers and harsh/abrasive
cleaning agents may scratch
the Glass Panel. Make sure the
cleaner or scourer is suitable.
• Never leave cleaning residue
on the Glass Panel. It may be
permanently stained.
 Boil-overs, melt
and hot sugary
spills on the
Glass Panel.
Remove these immediately with
a palette knife or razor blade
scraper that suitable for the
Glass Panel, but beware of hot
cooking zone surface:
1. Switch OFF the power.
2. Hold the blade or utensil at a
30° angle and scrape the dirt
or spill to a cool area of the
Glass Panel.
3. Follow steps 2 to 3 for
‘Everyday dirt on the Glass
Panel’.
• Remove stains left by melts
and sugary food or spillovers
as soon as possible. If left to
cool on the Glass Panel, they
may be difficult to remove or
even permanently damage the
Glass Panel surface.
• Cut hazard: when the safety
cover is removed, the blade
of a scraper is razor-sharp.
Handle with extreme care and
always store it safely, out of the
reach of children.
• Take extreme care when
handling the blade or utensil,
the Glass Panel may scratch.
Cleaning and Maintenance
WARNING
Before performing cleaning and maintenance tasks, use isolation switch to disconnect the
power supply. Children should not clean the Ceramic Hob or perform maintenance tasks.

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 Spillovers
on the touch
controls.
1. Switch OFF the power of the
Ceramic Hob.
2. Absorb the spill with paper or
dry cloth.
3. Wipe the touch control area
with a clean damp sponge
or cloth.
4. Wipe the area until it is
completely dry with a paper
towel.
5. Switch ON the power to
resume cooking.
• The Ceramic Hob may
beep and turn itself off, and
the touch controls may not
function when there is liquid
on it.
• Make sure the touch control
area is dried before turning
the Ceramic Hob back on.
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Problem Possible causes Solution
 The Ceramic Hob
cannot be switched
ON.
No power. Make sure the Ceramic
Hob is connected to the
power supply and that it is
switched on. Check whether
there is a power shortage in
home or area. If everything
has been checked and the
problem still persists, call
a Panasonic Authorised
Service Centre for
assistance.
 The touch controls are
not responding.
The controls are locked. Unlock the controls. See
section ‘Safety Features for
Ceramic Hob’.
 The touch controls are
difficult to operate.
There may be a slight film
of water over the controls or
user may use the tip of the
finger when touching the
controls.
Make sure the touch control
area is dry and use the ball
of the finger when touching
the controls.
 The Glass Panel is
scratched.
Rough-edged cookware.
Unsuitable, abrasive scourer
or cleaning products used.
Use cookware with flat and
smooth bottom. See ‘Shape
of the bottom’.
See ‘Cleaning and
Maintenance’.
 Some cookware make
crackling or clicking
noises.
This may be caused by
the construction of your
cookware. (Layers of
different metals vibrating
differently).
This is normal for the
cookware and does not
indicate a fault.
 The Ceramic Hob or
a cooking zone has
turned itself OFF
unexpectedly, sound
and an error code is
displayed (alternating
with one or two digits
in the cooking timer
display).
Technical fault. Note down the error letters
and numbers, switch the
power to the Ceramic Hob
off at the wall, and contact
a Panasonic Authorised
Service Centre.
Troubleshooting

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Model KY-R645RLJPQ
Electrical Rating Voltage 220 - 240 V
400 V 3N
Wattage 5500 - 6600 W
6000 W
Frequency 50 - 60 Hz
Cooking Zones 4 Ceramic Zones
Dimension (L × W × H) Approx. 590 mm × 520 mm × 51.5 mm
Nett Weight Approx. 8.5 kg
Specifications

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Safety precautions for installation
Please observe these precautions fully
WARNING Failure to follow these instructions may
cause a risk of personal injury or death.
Follow these instructions when
installing the Ceramic Hob.
If it is installed improperly, it may
cause electric leakage or overheat.
Install a dedicated circuit of 3 phase
400 V / 16 A or single phase
220 - 240 V / 32 A, with a power
switch for power supply.
If dedicated circuit is not connected
compatibly, it may cause abnormal
heat on electrical wiring.
Electrical work should be done by
a qualified electrician.
If the connection or repair is not
completed, it may cause electric
leakage or overheat.
Install the ground completely with
related law.
Installation of ground can avoid
electric shock if electric leakage
occurs
The ground should be installed by
a qualified electrician.
If the installation is not proper,
electric leakage may occur.
The means for disconnection must
be incorporated in the fixed wiring
in accordance with the wiring
rules.
This appliance is necessary to
allow disconnection from the
supply after installation.The
disconnection may be achieved
by having the plug accessible or
by incorporating a switch in the
fixed wiring in accordance with the
wiring rules.
Never disassemble, repair or
modify the Ceramic Hob.
Any attempt to do so may cause the
Ceramic Hob to operate abnormally
and may result in danger.
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CAUTION Failure to follow these instructions may
cause a risk of personal injury or death.
Use heat resistant materials for the
work surface.
The material of the work surface
should have the heat resistance
equal to or exceeding “laminated
thermosetting high-pressure
decorative sheets”.
If the materials are not heat resistant,
it may cause deformation or fire.
* Do not use varnished materials as
they may be discoloured.
Do not step on or drop any hard
article down on the Glass Panel.
If it is cracked or broken, it may
cause overheating, abnormal
operation or electric shock.
Do not touch the Glass Panel
or other heating parts when the
Ceramic Hob is running.
It may cause burn.
Installation of external switch is
necessary near to Kitchen Hob.
Power supply
Hob wiring
Kitchen hob
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Installation Requirements
Cut out the work surface according to the sizes shown in the drawing.
For the purpose of installation and use, a minimum of 50 mm space shall be preserved
around the hole. Be sure the thickness of the work surface is at least 30 mm. Please
select heat-resistant work surface material to avoid larger deformation caused by the heat
radiation from the Ceramic Hob.
LW
X
XX
X
A
B
H
Seal
D
L (mm) W (mm) H (mm) D (mm) A (mm) B (mm) X (mm)
590 520 51.5 47 568 ± 2 492 ± 2 50
(Minimum)
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