Sharp AJ-6110 Manual instruction

AJ-6110
MODEL
COLOUR INKJET MULTIFUNCTION
PRINTER
SETUP GUIDE AND
OPERATION MANUAL
Page
INTRODUCTION
SETTING UP THE UNIT
LOADING PAPER
OPERATION PANEL
MAKING COPIES
FUNCTIONS SET BY
THE USER
USER MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
APPENDIX
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6
24
40
43
54
64
71
75
INSTALLING THE
SOFTWARE
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61
USING THIS UNIT WITH
YOUR COMPUTER
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The CE mark logo label is affixed on an equipment in case that the directives
described in the above sentence are applicable to the product. (This sentence is not
applicable in any country where the above directives are not required.)
This equipment complies with the requirements of Directives 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC as amended by
93/68/EEC.
Dieses Gerät entspricht den Anforderungen der EG-Richtlinien 89/336/EWG und 73/23/EWG mit Änderung
93/68/EWG.
Ce matériel répond aux exigences contenues dans les directives 89/336/CEE et 73/23/CEE modifiées par la
directive 93/68/CEE.
Dit apparaat voldoet aan de eisen van de richtlijnen 89/336/EEG en 73/23/EEG, gewijzigd door 93/68/EEG.
Dette udstyr overholder kravene i direktiv nr. 89/336/EEC og 73/23/EEC med tillæg nr. 93/68/EEC.
Quest’ apparecchio è conforme ai requisiti delle direttive 89/336/EEC e 73/23/EEC, come emendata dalla
direttiva 93/68/EEC.
Este equipamento obedece às exigências das directivas 89/336/CEE e 73/23/CEE, na sua versão corrigida
pela directiva 93/68/CEE.
Este aparato satisface las exigencias de las Directivas 89/336/CEE y 73/23/CEE, modificadas por medio de
la 93/68/CEE.
Denna utrustning uppfyller kraven enligt riktlinjerna 89/336/EEC och 73/23/EEC så som kompletteras av
93/68/EEC.
Dette produktet oppfyller betingelsene i derektivene 89/336/EEC og 73/23/EEC i endringen 93/68/EEC.
Tämä laite täyttää direktiivien 89/336/EEC ja 73/23/EEC vaatimukset, joita on muutettu direktiivillä
93/68/EEC.
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Cautions
Follow the cautions below when using this unit.
zThe unit is affected by the environment in which it is installed. Do not install your unit
in the following area.
−Dusty areas
If dust enters the interior of the unit, damage or poor-quality output can result.
−Areas in direct sunlight
Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight can cause distortion to some parts which
may result in poor quality output.
−Excessively hot, cold, humid, or dry areas (for example, near heaters, humidifiers,
or air conditioners) may result in damp paper, or condensation within the internal
mechanisms causing misfeeds, or dirty output.
zOperating Conditions
Temperature : 10-35 degrees Celsius (50-95 degrees Fahrenheit)
Relative humidity : 20%-85%
Note : When the temperature reaches 30 degrees Celsius (86 degrees Fahrenheit),
the relative humidity must be 60% or less.
zThe power outlet should be near the equipment, and should be easily accessible.
zWhen moving the unit, be sure to first turn the power switch off, and then remove the
power cord from the outlet.
zPlace the unit on a firm, level surface.
zBe sure to use genuine SHARP ink tanks.
zIf you get ink spots on your skin, wash with water as soon as possible.
zStore spare ink tanks out of the reach of children.
zFor the disposal of the spent ink tank, pack it in a plastic bag.
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
MAIN FEATURES............................................................................................ 4
USING THE MANUALS ................................................................................... 5
SETTING UP THE UNIT
SETUP PROCEDURE ..................................................................................... 6
CONFIRMING THE CONTENTS..................................................................... 7
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS ................................................................... 8
UNPACKING.................................................................................................. 10
ATTACHING THE TRAYS ............................................................................. 11
CONNECTING THE INTERFACE CABLE .................................................... 12
CONNECTING THE POWER CORD ............................................................ 13
SELECTING THE DESIRED LANGUAGE FOR DISPLAY MESSAGES ...... 14
INSTALLING THE PRINT HEADS AND THE INK TANKS............................ 15
ALIGNING THE PRINT HEADS .................................................................... 20
LOADING PAPER
LOADING PAPER INTO THE PAPER TRAY ................................................ 24
LOADING THE BYPASS TRAY WITH PAPER ............................................. 28
INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE
SOFTWARE FOR THE AJ-6110 ................................................................... 31
HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS ...................................... 32
INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE .................................................................... 32
HOW TO USE THE ONLINE MANUAL ......................................................... 37
HOW TO PRINT ............................................................................................ 38
BONUS SOFTWARE..................................................................................... 39
OPERATION PANEL
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS ................................................................. 40
BASIC FUNCTIONS AND DISPLAY PANEL................................................. 41
HOW TO CHANGE SETTINGS FROM THE OPERATION PANEL .............. 42
MAKING COPIES
NORMAL COPYING ...................................................................................... 43
ORIGINAL PLACEMENT............................................................................... 44
MAKING SELECTIONS FOR COPYING....................................................... 45
REDUCING/ENLARGING THE IMAGE SIZE FOR COPYING...................... 49
BRIGHTNESS AND INTENSITY SELECTIONS ........................................... 52
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INTRODUCTION
APPENDIX
TROUBLESHOOTING
USER MAINTENANCE
FUNCTIONS SET
BY THE USER
MAKING COPIES
USING THIS UNIT WITH
YOUR COMPUTER
OPERATION PANEL
LOADING PAPER
SETTING UP THE UNIT
INSTALLING
THE SOFTWARE
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FUNCTIONS SET BY THE USER
SAVING THE USER DEFAULT SETTINGS .................................................. 54
RESETTING THE USER DEFAULT SETTINGS........................................... 55
PROGRAM TIMEOUT ................................................................................... 55
SLEEP MODE................................................................................................ 56
SETTING AUTO POWER OFF MODE.......................................................... 56
SPECIFYING THE PERIOD UNITL THE UNIT ACTIVATES
"AUTO POWER OFF" MODE........................................................................ 57
CHANGING THE PAPER DEFAULT SETTING ............................................ 57
CHANGING THE LANGUAGE SETTING...................................................... 58
RESETTING ALL SETTING VALUES TO THE FACTORY DEFAULT VALUES ....... 59
HOW TO USE THE "CLEAR/STOP" BUTTON.............................................. 60
USING THIS UNIT WITH YOUR COMPUTER
USING THE SCANNER MODE ..................................................................... 61
USING THE PRINTER MODE....................................................................... 62
RESERVING COPY AND SCAN JOBS......................................................... 63
USER MAINTENANCE
THE INK TANK .............................................................................................. 64
THE PRINT HEAD ......................................................................................... 66
PRINTING A TEST PAGE ............................................................................. 69
CLEANING AND STORING THE UNIT ......................................................... 70
TROUBLESHOOTING
CANCELLING AN ERROR MESSAGE ......................................................... 72
IDENTIFYING UNIT PROBLEMS.................................................................. 72
APPENDIX
SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................... 75
SUPPLIES ..................................................................................................... 77
PAPER TYPE ................................................................................................ 77
INTERFACE CABLE...................................................................................... 77
INDEX ............................................................................................................ 78
SOFTWARE LICENSE .................................................................................. 80
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INTRODUCTION
This unit is a full colour multifunctional peripheral, providing you with copier, printer, and
scanner functions.
MAIN FEATURES
Printer features
zHigh-speed printing at 16ppm (monochrome), or 9ppm (colour).*1
z2400dpi x 1200dpi printing with smoothing produces outstanding quality images
(Standard resolution is 600dpi).
zA variety of editing functions such as adding watermarks or multiple printing onto one
page.
Copier features
zHigh-speed copying at 16cpm (monochrome), or 9cpm (colour).*1
zA scan once print many (SOPM) feature*2 provides high productivity.
zA variety of functions including posters and reversing scanned images enable you to
use this unit for various purposes.
Scanner features
zHigh quality scanning at 600dpi x 2400dpi with a broad range of colour reproduction.
zEasy operation with just pressing the scan button on the unit.
zHigh-speed scanning using the Compression Scan (or Quick Scan) function.
General features
zFor black output, carbon black ink provides clear copying/printing quality comparable
to laser copier/printer level.
zEach ink tank is independent, they can be used until completely spent, ensuring
minimum waste of ink. The print head is also fully detachable, requiring no special
tools for replacement.
zThe unit is equipped with a 150 sheet*3 capacity paper tray, allowing the user to copy/
print big jobs without constantly refilling the tray.
zUSB interface*4 enable you to make simple Hotplug*5 connections. Parallel interface
is also equipped as standard.
z The output tray is located inside the unit, making this unit compact to save office space.
zDesigned to save energy with low power consumption.
zThis unit can be used with Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT
Workstation 4.0 (Service Pack 4 or later), Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP
Professional and Windows XP Home Edition.
*1 When using SHARP original data with A4/8.5"x11" paper in the fastest mode
(copier) or draft mode (printer).
*2 By storing the scanned data in memory, this unit can make multiple copies with
only scanning once.
*3 With 80g/m2(21lbs.) plain paper.
*4 USB can only be used with computers which have a USB interface and have
Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP
Professional or Windows XP Home Edition preinstalled.
*5 Peripherals can be plugged or unplugged while the computer and they are
connected to a power source.
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USING THE MANUALS
In addition to this printed manual an Online Manual is also provided.
To get full use of all features and functions of this product, be sure to familiarise yourself
with both manuals. This printed manual provides all installation and setup instructions as
well as instructions in the use of all copier functions.
The Online Manual contains the following information.
Online Manual
Provides you with information on how to specify preferences and troubleshooting. Check
the Online Manual when you use this unit after all the initial setup is completed.
How to Use the Online Manual
Explains how to use the Online Manual.
Print
Provides information on how to print a document.
Scanning
Explains how to scan using the scanner driver and how to adjust the settings for the
Button Manager.
Maintenance
Provides information on how to change and align the unit's supplies. Instructions for
maintaining the unit are also provided.
Troubleshooting
Provides instructions on how to solve machine problems.
Conventions used in this manual and Online Manual
In this manual, the following icons are used to provide the user with information pertinent to
the use of the unit.
Trademark acknowledgements
Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.A. and other countries.
IBM and PC/AT are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.
Adobe and Acrobat are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated.
All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners.
Copyright (c) 1997-1998 Parallel Technologies, Inc.
PTI and PPIT are trademarks of Parallel Technologies, Inc.
PC multi-channel MFP high performance drivers by Parallel Technologies, Inc.
"The Parallel Port Experts"
WWW.LPT.COM
Warns the user that injury may result if the contents of the warning are
not properly followed.
Cautions the user that damage to the machine or one of its
components may result if the contents of the caution are not properly
followed.
Notes provide information relevant to the machine regarding
specifications, functions, performance, operation and such, that may
be useful to the user.
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SETTING UP THE UNIT
SETUP PROCEDURE
When using the unit for the first time, setup the unit following the procedure shown below.
Open the package, and make sure that all
the accessories are supplied with the unit.
ReferenceSetup workflow
Remove the protective materials.
Attach the paper tray and the output tray.
Connect the interface cable.
Connect the power cord.
Select an appropriate language.
Install the print heads and the ink tanks.
Align the print head.
Install the software.
Now, you can copy, print, or scan
your document.
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Page 10
Page 11
Page 12
Page 13
Page 14
Page 15
Page 20
Online
Manual
Online
Manual
Page 43
Page 61
Page 24
Page 31
ScanCopy Printer
Load paper into the paper tray.
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CONFIRMING THE CONTENTS
The following items are packed with the unit in the box.
After opening the box, please check if the following are included with the unit.
If any of the items are missing, please contact your point of purchase.
zInterface cables for connecting the unit to your computer are not included.
Please purchase the appropriate cable for your computer. (See page 77)
zDo not unpack the print heads and the ink tanks until ready to install them in the
unit.
zThe box and protective materials will be needed for future transportation. Do not
throw them away.
Power cord
Colour print head
Colour ink tanks
(magenta, yellow, cyan)
Paper tray
Output tray
Black ink tank
Black print head
Operation Manual
(this manual)
Software CD-ROM
Printer Driver
Scanner Driver
Button Manager
Sharpdesk
Online Manual
MGI PhotoSuite 4 SE *
* For the information about
these programs, refer to
their instructions.
Protective
material
Protective
material
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PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
The following illustrations show the names and locations of the main machine parts.
Operation panel
Use this panel to specify
your preferences for
copying and for setting
up the unit.
Output tray
The document is
deposited onto the tray
after copying or printing.
Pull out the output tray
extension when using
paper longer than the
output tray.
Paper tray
Holds up to 150 sheets of
paper. Adjustable to suit
a variety of paper sizes.
Load the paper so that
the side to be printed or
copied onto is face down.
Front cover locking knob
Turn this knob to the
right to open the front
cover.
Maintenance cover
Open this cover to
change the ink tanks or
print heads.
Original cover
Open this cover to set
an original for copying
or scanning.
Display panel
Displays the status of the
unit, copier settings and
the number of copies.
ERROR indicator
Lights up when an error
occurs.
Power button
Press to turn the power
on or off. The unit will be
turned on automatically
when you initiate a scan
or print job from your
computer.
Front cover
Open this cover to
change the ink tanks or
print heads.
Scan head locking switch
Lock the scan head
when moving this unit.
Front Side
Paper knob
When copying or printing onto thick
paper or printing onto an envelope,
adjust the knob to the setting.
(Return the knob to its original
setting after copying or printing.)
Handles
Released
Locked
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PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
Print head latch
Use this to remove or install
the print heads.
Black ink tank
Cyan ink tank
Yellow ink tank
Magenta ink tank
Carriage
Black print head
Applies ink onto the
paper.
Print heads and Ink tanks
Bypass tray
Use this tray to copy or print on a single page.
Insert paper into the tray copy or print side up.
When copying or printing onto thick paper,
open the tray until it reaches position 2.
(The tray has two stop positions.)
Power socket
Plug the power cord into the
socket.
* When the power cord is
connected to the outlet, power
for the unit is turned on
automatically.
Jam cover
Open this cover to
remove jammed
paper.
Rear Side
Parallel interface
connector (36pin)
Use if you will be using a parallel interface
cable (IEEE1284) to connect the unit to your
computer.
USB interface connector (B type)
Use if you will be using a USB cable
to connect the unit to your computer.
It is possible to insert the cable after
the unit has been switched on.
Colour print head
Applies ink onto the
paper.
Position 1
Position 2
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UNPACKING
1Remove tapes to shown in the illustrations.
2Open the front cover, and remove the protective material
shown in the illustration.
Refer to step 4 of "INSTALLING THE PRINT HEADS AND THE INK TANKS" for
details on how to open the front cover. (See page 15)
3Release the scan head locking switch.
4Close the front cover.
Refer to step 14 of "INSTALLING THE PRINT HEADS AND THE INK TANKS" for
details on how to close the front cover. (See page 18)
Remove the protective
material.
Released
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ATTACHING THE TRAYS
Attach the paper tray and the output tray to the front of the unit.
Follow the steps shown below.
1Attach the paper tray by firmly pushing down both edges.
2Attach the output tray as shown in the illustration.
Refer to "LOADING PAPER" for more information. (See page 24)
Make sure that the paper tray has been
securely attached to the body.
Push here to fix the paper tray securely.
Place this projection
toward the unit.
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CONNECTING THE INTERFACE CABLE
This unit includes both USB and parallel interface connectors.
Interface cables for connecting the unit to your computer are not included with this unit.
Please purchase the appropriate cable for your computer.
Connecting the USB interface cable
1Obtain a shielded USB interface cable.
2Insert the cable into the USB interface connector located on the
rear of the unit.
3Insert the other end of the cable into the interface connector of
your computer, or the USB hub connected to your computer.
Connecting the parallel interface cable
1Obtain an IEEE1284 shielded parallel interface cable.
2Ensure that your computer and unit are turned off.
3Insert the cable into the parallel interface connector located on
the rear of the unit, and fasten with clasps.
4Insert the other end of the cable into the interface connector of
your computer.
zThis unit is equipped with two types of interface connectors, which enables you
to connect two computers at a time.
zWith the automatic interface switching function, you can print a document by
simply sending a printing job from each computer.
USB is available with a PC/AT compatible computer that was originally equipped
with USB and had Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional,
Windows XP Professional or Windows XP Home Edition preinstalled.
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CONNECTING THE POWER CORD
1Insert the power cord into the socket on the rear of the unit.
2Connect the other end of the power cord to an outlet.
The unit will be turned on automatically.
When the power is turned on for the first time
The following message appears in the display when you turn on the unit for the first time
after purchasing it.
Once setup is completed, this message will no longer appear. After this, proceed to
"SELECTING THE DESIRED LANGUAGE FOR DISPLAY MESSAGES" (See the next page).
If any other messages appear, refer to "CANCELLING AN ERROR MESSAGE" (See page 72).
HOW TO SHUT OFF POWER
1Press the "POWER" button ()
to turn off the unit. Make sure
that nothing appears on the display panel.
2Unplug the power cord from the outlet.
Do not connect the unit to other than a local voltage outlet. Plugging the unit into
an incompatible power supply may cause irreparable damage.
Auto Power Off
This unit turns off automatically when the scheduled period elapses after the last
operation. Press the "POWER" button ( ) to turn on the unit again. The period
before Auto Power Off can be changed (See Page 57).
zBe sure that the plug in the outlet is readily accessible to all persons. Power is
present in the product even if the "POWER" button ( ) is off in order to
maintain good copy or print quality.
zTo completely shut off the power, first turn off the power using the "POWER"
button ( ). Then unplug the power cord.
zDo not remove the power cord unit when in use.
z
zz
zWhen no print head is installed, the unit cannot be turned off by pressing
the "POWER" button ( ).
Language
2.English
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SELECTING THE DESIRED LANGUAGE FOR
DISPLAY MESSAGES
The following message appears when you turn on the unit for the first time after purchasing.
Select the desired language for the display messages. The default setting is "2. English".
Follow the steps shown below to select the desired language.
To select English
1Press the "ENTER" button when the message shown above is
on the display panel.
The following message appears.
2Repeatedly press or "ARROW" buttons to display "2. Yes"
on the second line of the display panel.
3Press the "ENTER" button.
The following message appears. Now, the desired language is successfully selected.
To select languages other than English (Example: To select French)
1Repeatedly press or "ARROW" buttons until "3. Français"
on the second line of the display panel.
2Press the "ENTER" button.
The following message appears.
3Repeatedly press or "ARROW" buttons to display "2. Yes"
on the second line of the display panel.
4Press the "ENTER" button.
The following message appears. Now, the desired language is successfully selected.
For display and button functions, refer to "OPERATION PANEL" (See page 40).
If you need to change the display language after completing the setting, see
"CHANGING THE LANGUAGE SETTING". (See page 58)
Language
2.English
Are you sure?
1.No
Updating display
language ...
Are you sure?
1.No
Changement de
langue
...
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INSTALLING THE PRINT HEADS AND THE INK
TANKS
Installing the Print Heads
1Make sure that the scan head locking switch is released.
Refer to step 3 of "UNPACKING", see page 10.
2Make sure that the power is on.
For the location of the "POWER" button ( ) (See page 40).
3Set A4 sized paper in the tray by following steps shown in
"LOADING PAPER" on page 24.
4Turn the front cover locking knob with one hand and lift the
front cover with the other hand, while keeping the knob in the
unlocked position.
z
During ink tank replacement, if the cover is left open for more than 8 minutes,
the carriage will automatically return to its home position.
To move the carriage
to the centre position again, close the front cover and then open it again.
z This section describes how to install the print heads and ink tanks when you install
them for the first time after purchasing this unit. Refer to "THE INK TANK" (See page
64) or "THE PRINT HEAD" (See page 66) when they need to be changed.
Keep the front cover open securely while installing print heads and ink tanks. You may
get your hand caught between the body and the front cover of the unit if you install
them with the front cover half open as shown in the illustration marked with an "X".
Front cover
Front cover
locking knob
Do not move the
carriage manually by
force.
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INSTALLING THE PRINT HEADS AND THE INK TANKS
5Open the maintenance cover.
6Raise the print head latch.
Raise the latch until it comes to a complete halt.
7Remove the print heads from their protective cases.
8Insert the print heads.
Insert the black print head into the left carriage opening, and the colour print head
into the right carriage opening.
Be careful not to damage the print heads. If any of them is damaged, the unit may
not work properly.
Lift up firmly as
far as it will go.
Press the knob in the direction of
the arrow to release the lock.
1
2
Do not touch the metal portion of the print
head directly. Doing so may make the head
inoperable.
Black print head Colour print head
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INSTALLING THE PRINT HEADS AND THE INK TANKS
9Lower the print head latch.
Lower the latch until it clicks into the latched position.
Inserting the ink tanks
10 Unpack the ink tanks from their protective wrapping and slowly
remove the tape.
11 Turn the ink tanks upside down.
Make sure that the print head is fixed securely. Failing to do so may generate
noise or cause errors.
zHold the ink tank upright when removing the tape. Do not touch the uncovered
opening on the ink tank, as ink will get on your hands.
zEnsure that there are no pieces of tape remaining on the ink tank.
Do not touch the area.
The unit may not copy if it is dirty.
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INSTALLING THE PRINT HEADS AND THE INK TANKS
12 Insert each of the ink tanks to the print head of the
corresponding number.
13 Close the maintenance cover.
14 Close the front cover.
Press both edges of the front cover with both of your hands until it locks.
Make sure that the numbers on the ink tanks correspond to the numbers on the print
heads. If they do not correspond to each other, print problems will occur. In this case,
replace the ink tanks to the correct positions, and then print a test page referring to
"PRINTING A TEST PAGE" (See page 69). Before sending any print job to the printer
make sure that the test page is successfully printed.
2
3
1Match the ink tank number to the
print head number.
Make sure that each tab securely
locks the ink tank by pressing here.
Hook the projection on the ink tank
here to fix them.
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