U-Line UCBR552-SG01A Installation manual

USER GUIDE & SERVICE MANUAL
Model: UCBR552-SG01A

USER GUIDE & SERVICE MANUAL
Table of Contents
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Intro
Safety
Safety and Warning
Disposal And Recycling
Installation
Environmental Requirements
Electrical
Cutout & Product Dimensions
General Installation
Grille Installation
Door Swing
Door Adjust
Interior Adjustments
Maintenance
Cleaning
Cleaning Condenser
Extended Non-Use
Operating Instructions
First Use
Control Operation
Airflow and Product Loading
Service
Wine Rack Installation
Troubleshooting
Wire Diagram
Product Liability
Warranty Claims
Ordering Replacement Parts
R600a Specifications
System Diagnosis Guide
Compressor Specifications
Troubleshooting Extended
Control Operation - Service
Thermistor
Defrost
Remove Fan and Cover
Warranty

USER GUIDE
Introduction
WELCOME TO U-LINE
Congratulations on your U-Line purchase! Your product comes from a company with decades of premium modular ice
making, refrigeration, and wine preservation experience. U-Line creates products focused on functionality, style, and
inspired innovations — paying close attention to even the smallest details. Applications include residential, outdoor, ADA
height compliant, marine, and commercial. Product categories include Beverage Centers, Wine Refrigerators, Ice Machines,
Refrigerators, Freezers, and Dispensers. Our advanced refrigeration systems, large and exible capacities, and clean
integrated look are what makes our products Built-In to Stand Out®. Since 2014, U-Line has been part of the Middleby family
of brands. Products are designed, engineered, and assembled in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA, and select products are available
worldwide.
U-Line — RIGHT PRODUCT. RIGHT PLACE. RIGHT TEMPERATURE.®
PRODUCT INFORMATION
Looking for additional information on your product? User Guides, Spec Sheets, CAD Drawings, and Product Warranty
information are available digitally on u-line.com.
PROPERTY DAMAGE / INJURY CONCERNS
In the unlikely event property damage or personal injury is suspected related to a U-Line product, please take the following
steps:
1. U-Line Customer Care must be contacted immediately at +1.414.354.0300.
2. Service or repairs performed on the unit without prior written approval from U-Line is not permitted. If the unit has been
altered or repaired in the eld without prior written approval from U-Line, claims will not be eligible.
GENERAL INQUIRIES
U-Line Corporation
8900 N. 55th Street
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53223 USA
Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm CST
T: +1.414.354.0300
Email: [e-mail]
u-line.com
CONNECT WITH US
SERVICE & PARTS ASSISTANCE
Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm CST
T: +1.414.354.0300
Service Email: [e-mail]
Parts Email: [e-mail]
Designed, engineered and assembled in WI, USA
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Safety and Warning
Safety and Warning
NOTICE
Please read all instructions before installing,
operating, or servicing the appliance.
Use this appliance for its intended purpose only and follow
these general precautions with those listed throughout this
guide:
SAFETY ALERT DEFINITIONS
Throughout this guide are safety items labeled with a
Danger, Warning, or Caution based on the risk type:
Danger means that failure to follow this safety
statement will result in severe personal injury or
death.
Warning means that failure to follow this safety
statement could result in serious personal injury
or death.
Caution means that failure to follow this safety
statement may result in minor or moderate
personal injury, property, or equipment damage.
Caution: risk of re, ammable refrigerant and
blowing gas used.
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Use this appliance for its intended purpose only and follow
these general precautions with those listed throughout this
guide.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience or 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 this appliance.
Keep clear of obstruction all ventilation openings
in the appliance enclosure or in the structure for
building-in.
Please accord to local regulations regarding
disposal of the appliance for its ammable
refrigerant and blowing gas. Before you scrap the
appliance, please remove the doors to prevent
child entrapment.
Do not store explosive substances such as
aerosol cans with a ammable propellant in this
appliance.
Do not use mechanical devices or other means
to accelerate the defrosting process, other than
those recommended by the manufacturer.
Do not damage the refrigerating circuit.
Do not use electrical appliances inside the food/
ice storage compartments unless they are of the
type recommended by the manufacturer.
DANGER
!
WARNING
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WARNING
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WARNING
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WARNING
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WARNING
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CAUTION
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Safety and Warning
DO NOT use medical devices or other means to
accelerate the defrosting process other than
those recommended by the manufacturer. DO
NOT use an ice pick or other sharp instrument to
help speed up defrosting. These instruments can
puncture the inner lining or damage the cooling
unit. DO NOT use any type of heater to defrost.
Using a heater to speed up defrosting can cause
personal injury and damage to the inner lining.
NOTICE
Do not lift unit by door handle.
Never install or operate the unit behind closed
doors. Be sure front grille is free of obstruction.
Obstructing free airow can cause the unit to
malfunction and will void the warranty.
Failure to clean the condenser every six months
can cause the unit to malfunction. This could void
the warranty.
Allow unit temperature to stabilize for 24 hours
before use.
Do not block any internal fans.
Use only genuine U-Line replacement parts.
Imitation parts can damage the unit, aect its
operation or performance and may void the
warranty.
This appliance is intended to be used in household and
similar applications such as:
• Sta kitchen areas in shops, oces and other working
environments.
• Farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other
residential type environments.
• Bed and breakfast type environments.
• Catering and similar non-retail applications.
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Disposal and Recycling
Disposal and Recycling
RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT. Before you throw
away your old refrigerator or freezer, take o
the doors and leave shelves in place so children
may not easily climb inside.
If the unit is being removed from service for disposal,
check and obey all federal, state, and local regulations
regarding the disposal and recycling of refrigeration
appliances, and follow these steps completely:
1. Remove all consumable contents from the unit.
2. Unplug the electrical cord from its socket.
3. Remove the door(s)/drawer(s).
DANGER
!
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Environmental Requirements
Environmental Requirements
This unit is designed to operate between 50°F (10°C) and
100°F (38°C). Higher ambient temperatures may reduce
the unit’s ability to reach low temperatures and/or reduce
ice production on applicable models.
For best performance, keep the unit out of direct sunlight
and away from heat generating equipment.
In climates where high humidity and dew points are
present, condensation may appear on outside surfaces.
This is considered normal. The condensation will
evaporate when the humidity drops.
CAUTION
!
Damages caused by ambient temperatures of
40°F (4°C) or below are not covered by the
warranty.
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Electrical
Electrical
WARNING
!
SHOCK HAZARD — Electrical Grounding
Required. Never attempt to repair or perform
maintenance on the unit until the electricity has
been disconnected.
Never remove the round grounding prong from
the plug and never use a two-prong grounding
adapter.
Altering, cutting or removing power cord,
removing power plug, or direct wiring can cause
serious injury, fire, loss of property and/or life,
and will void the warranty.
Never use an extension cord to connect power to
the unit.
Always keep your working area dry.
NOTICE
Electrical installation must observe all state and
local codes. This unit requires connection to a
grounded (three-prong), polarized receptacle
that has been placed by a qualified electrician.
The unit requires a grounded and polarized 115 VAC,
60 Hz, 15A power supply (normal household current). An
individual, properly grounded branch circuit or circuit
breaker is recommended. A GFCI (ground fault circuit
interrupter) is usually not required for fixed location
appliances and is not recommended for your unit because
it could be prone to nuisance tripping. However, be sure
to consult your local codes.
See CUTOUT & PRODUCT DIMENSIONS for recommended
receptacle location.
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Cutout & Product Dimensions
Cutout & Product Dimensions
CUTOUT & PRODUCT DIMENSIONS -
UCBR552/UCBR652
NOTE:
THE HOLE CUTOUTS ON TOP SURFACE APPLY TO
THE UCBR652 ONLY AND ARE CUTOUT AT THE
FACTORY.
FRONT
TOP
SIDE
52"
(1321mm)
34 15/32"
(878mm)
30 7/16"
(773mm)
19 1/4"
(489mm)
28"
(711mm)
24 3/4"
(630mm)
26 19/32"
(676mm)
24 3/4"
(629mm)
43 1/4"
(1098mm)
18 1/2"
(469mm)
52"
(1321mm)
20"
(508mm)
24 23/32"
(628mm)
12 31/32"
(329mm)
7"
(178mm)
2 3/4"
(70mm)
1"
(25mm)
53"
(1346 mm)**
Preferred location for electrical
outlet is in an adjacent cabinet
on the mechanical side of the unit.
34 7⁄8”
(886 mm)*
25"
(635 mm)
Power cord length is
approx. 71⁄2 feet (2289 mm)
* If Unit has Legs, Add 6” - 6 3⁄4”, if Casters Add 5”
** For Proper Airow, 1” Clearance Required on Mechanical Side
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Cutout & Product Dimensions
Cutout & Product Dimensions
TAP TOWER KITS
This template is to be used as reference if you want to add
your own tap tower kit.
NOTES
• Dotted box shows safe drill area.
• Dotted holes show reference tap holes in air duct
below lid.
• It is recommended to insulate any tubing inside of
the air duct to avoid freezing.
• Left-hand units are dimensionally opposite left-to-
right.
DRILL AREA
4”
(102mm)
15 3⁄4”
8 5⁄8”
(400mm)
13 5⁄8”
(346mm)
(219mm)
52”
DRILL AREA
4”
(102mm)
15 3⁄4”
8 5⁄8”
(400mm)
13 5⁄8”
(346mm)
(219mm)
72”
DRILL AREA
4”
(102mm)
15 3⁄4”
8 5⁄8”
(400mm)
13 5⁄8”
(346mm)
(219mm)
92”
DRILL AREA
4 1⁄4”
4”
(108mm)
(102mm)
8 5⁄8”
(219mm)
32”
15 3⁄4”
(400mm)
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General Installation
General Installation
LEVELING INFORMATION
1. Use a level to
conrm the unit is
level. Level should
be placed along
top edge and side
edge as shown.
2. If the unit is not level, adjust the legs on the corners of
the unit as necessary.
3. Conrm the unit is level after each adjustment and
repeat the previous steps as needed.
INSTALLATION TIP
If the room oor is higher than the oor in the cutout
opening, adjust the rear legs to achieve a total unit rear
height of 1⁄8” (3 mm) less than opening’s rear height.
Shorten the unit height in the front by adjusting the front
legs. This allows the unit to be gently tipped into the
opening. Readjust the front legs to level the unit after it is
correctly positioned in the opening.
To comply with applicable federal, state and local codes,
this equipment may need to be caulked to the oor.
INSTALLATION
1. Plug in the power/electrical cord.
2. Gently push the unit into position.
3. Re-check the leveling, from front to back and side to
side. Make any necessary adjustments. The unit’s top
surface should be approximately 1⁄8” (3 mm) below
the countertop.
4. Install the anti-tip bracket.
5. Remove interior packing material and wipe out the
inside of the unit with a clean, water-dampened cloth.
1
Turn to Adjust
CAUTION
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Grille Installation
Grille Installation
REMOVING AND INSTALLING GRILLE
Disconnect electric power to the unit before
removing the grille.
When using the unit, the grille must be installed.
Removing the grille
1. Disconnect power to the unit.
2. Remove two top screws and two bottom screws.
3. Remove grille and set aside
Installing the grille
1. Align cabinet and grille holes and secure top and
bottom. Do not over tighten grille screws.
2. Connect power to the unit.
WARNING
!
Remove
Top Screws
Remove
Bottom Screws
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Door Swing
Door Swing
Units have a zero clearance for the door to open 90°,
when installed adjacent to cabinets.
Stainless Steel models require 2-1/8" (54 mm) door
clearance to accommodate the handle if installed next to a
wall.
Wall
90°
Door Swing
2-1/8" Min.
(54 mm)
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Door Adjustments
3. Remove hinge pin from top hinge using a 1/8” hex key
tool. Rotate hinge pin clockwise to remove. Set aside.
4. On the bottom hinge use a Philips screwdriver to
remove screw holding the plastic door closer.
5. Reinstall plastic door closer on the other hinge
(formerly the top hinge).
6. With 1/8” hex key install hinge pin onto top hinge
(formerly the
bottom hinge) until
even with surface
of hinge.
7. Install top and
bottom hinges on opposite side of cabinet. Install 3
leftover screws into the open holes.
8. Install top and bottom lock brackets.
Door Adjustments
REVERSING THE DOOR
Location of the unit may make it desirable to mount the
door on the opposite side of the cabinet.
The hinge hardware will be removed and reinstalled on the
opposite side of the cabinet.
TO REVERSE THE DOOR
Note: When reversing the door, the top hinge
becomes the bottom hinge on the opposite side
of the unit - likewise, the bottom hinge becomes
the top on the other side.
REMOVE DOOR
1. With door closed, remove hinge pin from bottom hinge
using a Philips screwdriver.
2. Remove the door by lifting it slightly and pulling
bottom of door toward you until clear of the bottom
hinge.
MOVE HINGES TO OPPOSITE SIDES
Note: When removing hardware from the unit,
keep all screws and parts handy, they will all be
needed.
1. Using a Phillips
screwdriver, remove
both hinges by taking
out 6 screws. Also
remove 6 screws from
the other side.
2. With the same Philips
screwdriver, remove
4 screws holding the
lock brackets. The
lock brackets will
be installed on the
opposite side.
Remove Hinge Pin
with Philips Screwdriver
Plastic
Door Closer
Door Closer
Screw
Door Closer
Screw
LOCK
BRACKET
REMOVE
HINGE SCREWS
REMOVE
HINGE SCREWS
LOCK
BRACKET
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Door Adjustments
PREPARE DOOR FOR INSTALLATION
1. Stand door up on bottom edge, handle side facing
you.
2. Remove top hinge plate by using a 5/32” hex tool to
take out two screws. Hinge plate, two hex screws,
and bushing will be used on opposite surface.
3. Pry out hinge pin busing.
4. Flip door over so gasket side is facing you.
5. Take out two 5/32” screws to remove bottom hinge
plate. Set aside.
6. Install hinge pin bushing into door.
7. Install the top hinge plate (the one just removed from
the opposite surface) over installed hinge pin bushing.
8. Take bottom hinge plate and remove closer cam with
a Philips screwdriver, and reinstall closer cam on
opposite surface of bottom hinge plate.
9. Flip door over and install bottom bottom hinge plate.
INSTALL DOOR ONTO UNIT
Note: To prevent damage and to have two hands
free, it may be benecial to have someone hold
the door during the installation.
1. Lift door at a slight angle upward to allow the hinge
pin to slide into the hinge hole on the door.
2. Position bottom of door to line up the door closer with
the door closer cam.
3. Insert lower hinge pin through hinge. Use a Philips
screwdriver to tighten.
4. Test door to make sure it opens and closes correctly.
5. Test lock.
Left-Hand
Hinged Door
Right-Hand
Hinged Door
BOTTOM SURFACE OF DOOR
Closer Cam
Hinge Plate Hinge Plate
Left-Hand
Hinged Door
Hinge Pin
Bushing
Hinge Plate Hinge Plate
Right-Hand
Hinged Door
TOP SURFACE OF DOOR
Line up
Closer Cam
with Closer
Hinge Pin
BOTTOM SURFACE OF DOOR
Hinge Pin
Bushing
Left-Hand
Hinged Door
Right-Hand
Hinged Door
Hinge Plate Hinge Plate
A. Remove Closer Cam
& Flip Hinge Plate over
B. Install Hinge Plate
AB
Left-Hand
Hinged Door
Right-Hand
Hinged Door
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First Use
NOTICE
Temperature displayed reects actual
temperature inside unit.
If the temperature displayed is dierent than selected, the
unit is progressing towards the selected temperature. Time
to reach set point varies based upon ambient temperature,
temperature of product loaded, door openings, etc. U-Line
recommends allowing the unit to reach set points before
loading.
First Use
Initial startup requires no adjustments. If the unit was
turned o, press to turn unit on. See “Control
Operation” section for more details.
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Control Operation
Control Operation
CONTROL FUNCTION GUIDE
DOOR ALERT NOTIFICATION
When the door is left open for more than 30 minutes:
• A tone will sound for several seconds every minute
• will appear in display
• Close door to silence alert and reset
FUNCTION COMMAND NOTES
ON/OFF Press and release Unit will immediately turn ON or OFF
Adjust Temperature Press or and release
When the display is ashing, press or to
adjust the set point temperature. Note: temperature
displayed is the actual temperature inside unit
Toggle between oF / oC Hold and for 5 seconds. The display will change units
Leave interior light on
Press and release to leave interior
light on for 12 hours; press again to
deactivate
After 12 hours, factory default is restored; light will
turn on when door is open
Hide Display Hold and press
Display will turn o when door is closed. Unit will
continue to operate. Repeat command to turn on
display
Adjust Light Color While holding press and release
to scroll through lighting options
Option Open Door Closed Door
White White
Blue Blue
White Blue
Light will be set at full intensity when door is open,
and 50% intensity when door is closed.
Showroom Mode Hold and for 5 seconds
The ºF / ºC symbol will ash. Display will be lit and
interior light will function. Unit will not cool. Repeat
command to return to normal operation
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Airow & Product Loading
Airow and Product Loading
AIRFLOW
External
• Do not block the front grille
• A minimum of 1” clearance is required on the grille-
side of the unit.
• Do not install behind a closed door
Internal
• When loading, leave space between internal fans,
vents, and side walls to allow air to circulate freely
NOTICE
Restricting airow may result in poor product
performance, product failure, and uneven internal
temperatures and may freeze contents.
A Minimum
clearance
of 1” is required
for proper airow.
Grille
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Interior Adjustments
Interior Adjustments
REMOVING AND INSTALLING SHELVES
Adjusting Interior Shelves
Models equipped with wire rack or glass cantilever shelves
have an adjustable mounting system. To adjust or simply
remove shelves for cleaning, follow the instructions below.
1. Remove all product from shelf.
2. Coming from underneath the shelf, lift both the front
and rear of the shelf.
3. Carefully slide shelf out of unit being careful not to
scratch the interior liner.
4. Installation is the reverse of removal.Adjusting
Shelf Height
Shelf height may be adjusted to accommodate a broad
range of product. To alter your shelf spacing follow the
instructions below.
1. Remove the 4 Shelf clips from the shelf clip holes.
2. Move shelf clips as a group to the desired shelf height.
3. Insert shelf clips into the holes of the desired shelf
height. Be certain shelf clip is fully seated into shelf
clip hole.
Clips MUST be installed with the ribbed side
down. Failure to do so may result in shelf or unit
damage.
NOTICE
All 4 shelf clips for each shelf must be installed at
the same height for shelf stability.
4. Reinstall shelf.
Cleaning Shelves
Shelves may be cleaned in a soapy warm water solution. A
general household disinfectant may be used if necessary.
Be sure to completely dry your shelf before reinstalling.
Door Locking/Unlocking
Models equipped with locking doors can be set to the lock
position by inserting the included keys into the lock plugs
and rotating clockwise. To unlock, use the key to turn the
lock plug counter-clockwise.
Clip Holes
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Cleaning
Cleaning
CLEANING VS. SANITIZING
This guide will address both the cleaning and the sanitizing
of the unit.
Clean the unit to remove dried food and spills, to prevent
build-up of grime, and to maintain the natural luster
stainless steel surfaces.
Sanitize the unit when exposed to raw meat juice or
human germs such as from a sneeze or being touched by
someone who is ill. Sanitizing the unit can also be part of
regular cleaning routine.
Stainless Surfaces
Stainless door panels, handles and frames can discolor
when exposed to chlorine gas, pool chemicals, saltwater or
cleaners with bleach.
Keep your stainless unit looking new by cleaning with a
good quality all-in-one stainless steel cleaner and polish
monthly. For best results use Claire®Stainless Steel
Polish and Cleaner. Comparable products are acceptable.
Frequent cleaning will remove surface contamination that
could lead to rust. Some installations may require cleaning
weekly.
Do not clean with steel wool pads.
Do not use stainless steel cleaners or polishes on
any glass surfaces.
Clean any glass surfaces with a non-chlorine glass cleaner.
Do not use cleaners not specically intended for
stainless steel on stainless steel surfaces (this
includes glass, tile, and counter cleaners).
If any surface discoloring or rusting appears, clean it
quickly with Bon-Ami®or Barkeepers Friend Cleanser®and
a nonabrasive cloth. Always clean with the grain. Always
nish with Claire®Stainless Steel Polish and Cleaner or
comparable product to prevent further problems.
Using abrasive pads such as ScotchBrite™ will
cause the graining in the stainless steel to
become blurred.
Rust not cleaned up promptly can penetrate the
surface of the stainless steel and complete
removal of the rust may not be possible.
CLEAN INTERIOR COMPONENTS
Use warm or hot water with dish soap to clean all removed
components and interior surfaces. You may use a vinegar and
water solution in place of soap. Proceed to sanitizing.
Note: Cleaning soaps and vinegar solutions are not
sanitizers.
SANITIZE INTERIOR COMPONENTS AND SURFACES
Choose a Commercial Sanitizer Safe for Stainless
Steel
• Read the directions for proper use to ensure that the
surface will actually be sanitized
• Many products require rinsing with water after use,
especially when food will be touching the surface
• Some products require a wait time before rinsing
• Verify the sanitizer you are using is safe for stainless
steel.
Mix Your Own Sanitizer
Isopropyl Alcohol (rubbing alcohol)
1. Fill a clean, empty spray bottle with isopropyl alcohol
2. Spray surface
3. Wait 20 minutes
4. Dampen a non-abrasive cloth with isopropyl alcohol and
wipe down surface
5. Dry surface with a clean dry non-abrasive cloth
Unscented Bleach and Water
1. Create a solution of 1 tablespoon of unscented bleach
with one gallon of water.
2. Submerse small parts for no more than 3 minutes - rinse
immediately and allow to air dry or dry with a disposable
paper towel.
3. Fill a clean, empty spray bottle with bleach solution.
4. Spray surface.
5. After 2-3 minutes, use clean potable water to thoroughly
rinse o surface. Allow to air dry or dry with a disposable
paper towel.
6. Sanitize the door and all holes where the hinges attach to
the unit and the brackets attach to the door as well as all
the screws.
CLEAN EXTERIOR SURFACES
Use Bon-Ami®or Barkeepers Friend Cleanser®and a
nonabrasive cloth. Always clean with the grain. Always nish
with Claire®Stainless Steel Polish and Cleaner or comparable
product to prevent further problems.
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