Vermeiren Inovys II User manual

User manual
M A N U E L D ' U T I L I S A T I O N
G E B R U I K S A A N W I J Z I N G
G E B R A U C H S A N W E I S U N G
M A N U A L E D I I S T R U Z I O N I
M A N U A L D E I N S T R U C C I O N E S
I N S T R U K C J A O B S Ł U G I
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Preface........................................................................................................................2
1Your product..................................................................................................3
1.1 Description......................................................................................................3
1.2 Accessories ....................................................................................................4
2Before use .....................................................................................................5
2.1 Intended use ...................................................................................................5
2.2 General safety instructions .............................................................................5
2.3 Symbols on the wheelchair .............................................................................5
2.4 Transport and (dis)assembly...........................................................................6
2.5 First use and storage ....................................................................................13
3Using your wheelchair................................................................................14
3.1 Parking brakes (only for 22”/24” wheels) ......................................................14
3.2 Drum brakes (only for 16” fixed wheels) .......................................................14
3.3 Moving to/from wheelchair ............................................................................15
3.4 Comfort adjustments.....................................................................................15
3.5 Riding............................................................................................................18
4Maintenance ................................................................................................21
4.1 Points of maintenance ..................................................................................21
4.2 Instructions of maintenance ..........................................................................21
4.3 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................22
4.4 Expected lifespan..........................................................................................22
4.5 End of use.....................................................................................................22
5Technical specifications.............................................................................23

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Preface
Congratulations! You are now owner of a Vermeiren wheelchair!
This wheelchair is made by qualified and committed personnel. It is designed and produced
according to high quality standards guarded by Vermeiren.
Thank you for your trust in the productsof Vermeiren. To support you on the use of this wheelchair
and its operating options, this manual is offered. Please read it carefully; it will help you to get
familiar with the operation, capabilities and limitations of your wheelchair.
If you still have questions after reading this manual, do not hesitate to contact your specialist
dealer. He/she will be glad to help you.
Important note
To ensure your safety and to prolong the lifetime of your product, please take good care of it and
have it checked and/serviced on a regular basis.
The warranty on this product is based on normal use and maintenance as described in this
manual. Damage to your product caused by improper use or lack of maintenance will cause the
warranty to lapse.
This manual reflects the latest product developments. Vermeiren has the right to implement
changes to this type of product without any obligation to adapt or replace similar products
previously delivered.
Pictures of the product are used to clarify the instructions in this manual. Details of the depicted
product may deviate from your product.
Information available
On our website http://www.vermeiren.com/ you will always find the most recent version of the
information in this manual. Please consult this website regularly for possible updates.
Visually impaired people can download the electronic version of this manual and have it read out
by means of a text-to-speech software application.
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1 Your product
1.1 Description
This Inovys II wheelchair is easy to operate and can be used indoors as well as outdoors. It is
foldable which makes it very compact to store. The wheelchair is available in multiple sizes and
is easily expandable with optional parts to enhance user’s comfort.
The following picture shows all parts that are relevant to the user. In the operation and
maintenance section, these parts are described if applicable.
Figure 1 Important parts
Before using your wheelchair, check the technical details and limits of intended use, see
chapter 5.
6. Foot strap (2x)
7. Calf rest (2x)
8. Armrest (2x)
9. Brake (2x)
10. Front wheel (2x)
11. Frame
1. Headrest (optional)
2. Backrest
3. Arm pad
4. Leg rest (2x)
5. Footplate (2x)
12. Rear wheel (2x)
13. Hand rim (2x)
14. Push handle with handgrip (2x)
15. Headrest support (optional)
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Figure 2 Important parts, continued
1.2 Accessories
Following accessories are available for the Inovys II:
•Wooden table (B12)
•Headrest (L55, L58)
•Personal safety belt (B58)
•Horizontal wedge (B22)
•Hemiplegic armrests (B66)
For more information, please consult your specialist dealer.
16. Seat
17. Side panel (2x)
18. Push bar
19. Tip cap (2x)
20. Location of
identification plate
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2 Before use
2.1 Intended use
In this paragraph a brief description of the intended use of your wheelchair is given. Additionally,
relevant warnings are added to the instructions in the other paragraphs. In this way we would like
to make you aware of the possible misuse that may appear.
•This wheelchair is suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
•This wheelchair is designed and produced solely to transport one (1) person with a
maximum weight, according to the configuration of the technical specifications in § 5. It is
not designed to transport goods or objects, nor for any other use as previously described.
•Depending on the type of wheels on your wheelchair, it can be operated by an attendant or
by the user sitting in the wheelchair. You should NOT use this wheelchair without attendant
if you suffer from physical or mental impairments thatmay put you, or other people, in danger
when riding the wheelchair. For this reason, consult your doctor first and make sure that
your specialist dealer is informed about his advice.
•Only use accessories and spare parts approved by Vermeiren.
•Please read all technical details and limits of your wheelchair in § 5.
•The warranty of this product is based on normal use and maintenance as described in this
manual. Damage to your product caused by improper use or lack of maintenance will cause
the warranty to lapse.
2.2 General safety instructions
Risk of injuries and/or damage
Please read and follow the instructions in this manual. Otherwise you may get injured or your
wheelchair may get damaged.
Keep the following general warnings in mind during use:
•Do not use your wheelchair if you are under influence of alcohol, medicines or other
substances that may influence your riding abilities. This also counts for your attendant
operating the wheelchair.
•Be aware that some parts of your wheelchair may get very hot or cold due to ambient
temperature, solar radiation or heating devices. Be careful when touching. Wear protective
clothing if the weather is cold. When going outdoors, riding gloves can be used to improve
the grip on the hand rims.
•Take note of the instructions for care and service. The manufacturer is not liable for damage
caused by improper servicing / care.
Be aware that your wheelchair may interfere with some types of anti-theft systems, depending on
the settings used. This may cause the shop's alarm to go off.
In case a serious incident has occurred involving your product, notify Vermeiren or your specialist
dealer as well as the competent authority in your country.
2.3 Symbols on the wheelchair
The symbols in following list are applicable to your wheelchair. Symbols can be found in the
relevant ISO standard (ISO 7000, ISO 7001 and IEC 417).
Maximum weight of the user in kg
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Outdoor/indoor use (battery and power adapter excluded)
For indoor use only (battery and power adapter)
Maximum safe slope in ° (degrees).
Not intended to be used as seat in a motor vehicle
Type designation
2.4 Transport and (dis)assembly
2.4.1 Moving out of the way
Move the wheelchair by using its wheels and roll it to the destination.
If this is not possible, and disassembling is not desired, ask help to lift the wheelchair. Firmly
grasp the frame with both hands and lift it from the floor. Do not use foot or arm rests, or wheels
to grasp the wheelchair.
2.4.2 Transport by vehicle
Risk of injuries
•Never use the same safety belt for passenger and wheelchair.
1. Disassemble and lift the wheelchair in the vehicle according to the instructions in §2.4.4.
2. Store the wheelchair and its parts in the luggage compartment. If luggage and passenger
compartments are NOT separated or enclosed, fasten the wheelchair frame securely to the
vehicle.
You can use a ramp to push the wheelchair inside the vehicle, see 3.5.4.
Apply the parking brakes after loading, see §3.1.
2.4.3 Use of the wheelchair as seat in a motor vehicle
Risk of injuries
•The wheelchair has passed the crash test of ISO 7176-19: 2008 and, as such, has been
designed and tested for use only as forward-facing seat in a motor vehicle. Ease of access to,
and manoeuvrability in, motor vehicles can be significantly affected by wheelchair size and
turning radius.
•The wheelchair's pelvic belt alone is not suited as an occupant restraint belt.
•Use the wheelchair's pelvic belt and the applicable three-points belt in the vehicle to prevent
head and chest impacts with the vehicle.
•Do not use postural supports to restrain the user in the vehicle unless they are labelled as
being in accordance with the requirements specified in ISO 7176-19:2008.
•Following involvement in any type of vehicle collision, have your wheelchair inspected by the
specialist dealer or manufacturer’s representative before reuse.
The wheelchair is tested using the four-point strap-tie system and a 3-point occupant-restraint
system.
Whenever feasible, use the seat of the vehicle and store the wheelchair in the cargo area.
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Steps to secure the wheelchair in a motor vehicle:
1. Check that the vehicle is equipped with a suitable wheelchair tie down and occupant-restraint
system, conform ISO 10542.
2. Check that the components of the wheelchair tie down and occupant restraint system are not
frayed, contaminated, damaged or broken.
3. If equipped with an adjustable seat and/or back tilt, make sure that the wheelchair user is
sitting as upright as possible. If the user's condition prevents this, a risk assessment should
be done to evaluate the user's safety during transit.
4. Remove all mounted accessories such as trays and respiratory equipment, and secure them
in a safe place.
5. Position the wheelchair facing forward in the travelling direction, centrally between the tie-
down rails mounted in the floor of the vehicle.
6. Mount the front securement straps according to the instructions of the strap-system
manufacturer at the indicated place (figure 1). This place is marked on the wheelchair with a
symbol (figure 1).
7. Roll back the wheelchair until the front straps are tight.
8. Apply the wheelchair brake.
9. Mount the back securement straps according to the instructions of the strap-system
manufacturer at the indicated place (figure 1). This place is marked on the wheelchair with a
symbol (figure 2).
Steps to secure the wheelchair user:
1. Remove both armrests (if possible).
2. If present, attach the wheelchair's pelvic belt.
3. Attach the occupant restraint belts according to the
instructions of the strap-system manufacturer.
4. Wear the pelvic belt low across the front of the pelvis,
so that the angle of the pelvic belt is within the
preferred zone of 30° to 75° to the horizontal, similar
to that shown in the figure.
5. A steeper (greater) angle within the preferred zone is
desirable.
6. Adjust the belt tightly according to the instructions of
the strap-system manufacturer, consistent with the
user's comfort.
7. Ensure that the restraint belt connects in a straight line to the anchor point in the vehicle
and that no bends in the belt are visible, for instance at the axle of the rear wheel.
8. Install the armrests, if desired. make sure that belts are not twisted or held away from the
body by wheelchair components such as armrests or wheels.
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9. Position the seatbelt buckle so that the release button will not be contacted by wheelchair
components during a crash.
10.Make sure that the shoulder-belt restraints fit over the shoulders, see figure 4.
Belt restraints must not be held away
from the body by wheelchair
components such as armrests or
wheels.
Belt restraints make full contact with
shoulder, chest and pelvis.
Pelvic belt low on the pelvis near the
thigh-abdominal junction
Figure 3 Improper belt-restraint fit
Figure 4 Proper belt-restraint fit
2.4.4 Assembly
Risk of injuries or damage
•Make sure that your fingers, clothes, buckles won’t get trapped during assembly.
•Always keep the swing range of the footrest in mind to prevent bystanders from being injured
or objects from being damaged.
•Before use, always make sure that all assembled parts have been firmly secured.
Figure 5 Inovys II base frame with 16” and 24” wheels - disassembled parts
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•Place the wheelchair with four wheels on
the ground.
•Fold the backrest frame (34) open.
•Mount the front of the spring to the
backrest frame with the fastener pin (33)
and lock its brace.
•Make sure that the backrest frame is firmly
secured to the spring.
[3]
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•Hang the backrest with its four screws in
the four brackets (35) of the backrest
frame.
•Tighten the two upper star buttons (36) by
hand.
•Make sure that the backrest is firmly
secured.
•Turn the star knob (37) of the armrest
support anticlockwise and remove it.
•Insert the armrest (9) in the armrest
support.
•Insert the star knob (37) and turn it
clockwise until it is finger-tight.
•Make sure that the armrest is firmly
secured.
•Repeat this for the second armrest.
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•Hold the leg rest (5) sideways and hang it
in the footrest support (39). Make sure
that the leg rest hole (44) fits over the
lower support part and that the leg rest pin
(38) is inserted in the top support.
•Swing the leg rest (5) inwards until it clicks
in position.
•Repeat for the second leg rest.
•Swing the footplate (6) downwards.
•Repeat for the second footplate.
[7]
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•Swing the calf rest support (40) inwards.
•Turn the calf rest (8) to the back.
•Repeat this for the second calf rest.
•(If applicable) mount the headrest (1) with
the square tube in the headrest support
(41) on the backrest.
•Turn the star knob (42) finger tight.
Your wheelchair is now ready for use.
2.4.5 Disassembly
Risk of injuries or damage
•Make sure that your fingers, clothes, buckles won’t get entrapped during disassembly.
•Always keep the swing range of the footrest in mind to prevent bystanders from being injured or
objects from being damaged.
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•Apply both parking brakes by operating
the brake lever (10), see §3.1.
•Close the calf rest (8) and turn the calf rest
support (40) outwards.
•Repeat this for the other calf rest.
•Fold both footplates (6) upwards.
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•Pull the leg rest lever (50) and swing the
leg rest (5) outwards.
•Lift the leg rest to remove it.
•Repeat this for the other leg rest.
•Turn the star knob (37) anticlockwise.
•Pull and hold the star knob while pulling
the armrest (9) out of the armrest support.
•Retighten the star knob (37).
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•(If applicable) demount the headrest (1):
o Loosen the star knob (42) of the
headrest suppport and remove it.
o Pull the headrest up until it is free from
the support on the backrest.
•Loosen the two upper star buttons (36) of
the backrest by hand.
•Pull the backrest upwards until it is
released from the four brackets (35).
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•Demount the spring from the backrest
frame by opening the brace of the fastener
pin (33) and removing it.
•Fold the backrest frame (34) down onto
the seat.
•Place the fastener pin (33) back in the
frame.
2.4.6 (Dis)Assembling rear wheels (only for 22”/24”):
For transport purposes, it might be necessary to (dis)assemble the rear wheels.
Removing the rear wheels:
1. Press and hold the button (43) while sliding the wheel axle out
of the axle bushy.
2. Repeat this for the other wheel and place the wheelchair gently
on the tipping caps.
Installing the rear wheels:
1. Take one of the rear wheels and lift the wheelchair on one side.
2. Press and hold the button (43) while sliding the wheel axle in
the axle bushy.
3. Release the button to lock the wheel.
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4. Repeat this for the other wheel. Make sure that both wheels are firmly secured.
2.5 First use and storage
Risk of battery damage
•Make sure that your wheelchair is stored dry to prevent mould to grow and damage the
upholstery.
•Check the technical details for storage, see chapter 5.
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3 Using your wheelchair
Risk of injuries
•First read the previous chapters and inform yourself about the intended use. Do NOT use your
wheelchair unless you have read and fully understood all instructions.
•In case of doubts or questions, do not hesitate to contact your local specialist dealer, your care
provider or technical adviser to help you.
3.1 Parking brakes (only for 22”/24” wheels)
Risk of injuries
•Only operate the brake lever when your wheelchair is stopped.
•An attendant should operate the brake lever if you have impaired mobility.
•Make sure the wheelchair is on a flat horizontal surface before releasing the brakes.
•Never release both brakes simultaneously.
•Brakes may only be adjusted by your specialist dealer.
Risk of damage
•Do not use the parking brakes to slow the wheelchair down during movement.
Your wheelchair is equipped with two manually-operated parking brakes. These brakes are
intended to prevent movement of the wheelchair when parked.
Releasing brakes [A]:
1. With one hand, hold one hand rim tight (or your attendant holds
the push bar with one hand).
2. Pull the brake lever (10) of the OTHER wheel to the REAR.
3. Repeat this for the second wheel and parking brake.
Applying brakes [B]:
1. With one hand, hold one hand rim tight (or your attendant holds
the push bar with one hand).
2. Push the brake lever (10) of the OTHER wheel to the FRONT
until you feel a distinctive lock.
3. Repeat this for the second wheel and parking brake.
Figure 6 Operating parking brakes
3.2 Drum brakes (only for 16” fixed wheels)
Risk of injuries
•Make sure that the wheelchair is on a flat horizontal surface before releasing the brakes.
•Never release both brakes simultaneously.
•To park or stop on a slope, use the parking brakes after coming to a halt.
•Brakes may only be adjusted by your specialist dealer.
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To operate the drum brakes:
1. Pull the brake levers (60) in a squeeze motion.
2. Each brake lever (60) can be blocked by pushing the lock
lever (61) down with your finger.
3. Release the brake levers (60).
To move/ride again:
1. Pull the brake levers (60) in a squeeze motion. The lock
lever (61) is release by this movement.
2. Hold the handgrips firmly, while releasing the brake levers
(60).
Figure 7 Operating drum brakes
3.3 Moving to/from wheelchair
Risk of injuries or damage
•In case you cannot perform the transfer in a safe manner, ask someone to assist you.
•Do not stand on the footplates during transfer into or out of the chair.
Transfer
1. Position the wheelchair as close as possible to you when sitting in your chair, couch, seat
or bed.
2. Apply both parking brakes to block the movement, see §3.1.
3. Move the backrest and seat to sitting position, see §3.4.1.
4. Fold the footplates upwards to prevent standing on them, or turn the leg rests aside to free
the passage for transfer.
5. If necessary, remove the armrest and/or leg rest on one side (see §3.4).
6. Transfer to/from the wheelchair using the strength of your arms, or with the help of an
attendant or lifting equipment.
Sitting in the wheelchair
1. Sit down on the seat with your lower back against the backrest.
2. Reinstall the armrest and/or leg rest, if removed.
3. Turn the leg rests back to the front, fold down the footplates and put your feet on the
footplates.
4. Make sure that your upper legs are horizontal and that your feet are in a comfortable
position; adjust the wheelchair according to the instructions in § 3.4.
3.4 Comfort adjustments
Risk of injuries or damage
•The following comfort adjustments can be made by an attendant or caretaker. All other
adjustments are done by your specialist dealer.
•Always keep the swing range of the footrest in mind to prevent bystanders from being injured
or objects from being damaged.
•Make sure that your fingers, clothes, buckles won’t get trapped during adjustment.
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3.4.1 Backrest and seat inclination
Risk of injuries or damage
•Be aware that the stability decreases when the wheelchair is moved from sitting upright to
inclined position.
•Apply the parking brakes before adjusting the backrest and seat inclination.
The seat inclination and backrest inclination can be adjusted simultaneously or separately by an
attendant. Make sure that the patient sits in the chair when the attendant adjusts the backrest
inclination and that the wheelchair does not tip over.
Seat inclination:
1. Squeeze the lever (1) on the left handle (see label) towards the handle to adjust
the seat inclination.
2. Pull/Push the seat in the desired position (0° to + 21°), the gas pressure spring
shall be pressed in/out.
3. Loosen the lever (1) to block the gas pressure spring.
Backrest inclination:
1. Squeeze the lever (1) on the right handle (see label) towards the handle to adjust
the angle of the backrest.
2. Pull/Push the backrest in the desired position (0° to + 54°), the gas pressure
spring shall be pressed in/out.
3. Loosen the lever (1) to block the gas pressure spring.
If your wheelchair features drum brakes, the levers (1) are
used as brakes; additional levers (3) have been mounted
to adjust the backrest and seat inclination.
3.4.2 Armrest height
The arm pads (3) of the wheelchair can be adjusted in 6 different
height positions:
1. Turn the star knob (45) anticlockwise to unlock.
2. Pull and hold the star knob to release the inner tube of the
armrest (9).
3. Slide the inner tube of the armrest (9) up/down in the support
(46) until the desired height. Make sure that the holes on the
inner/outer tube align.
4. Retighten the star knob (45) by turning it clockwise.
5. Repeat this for the second armrest. Make sure that the
armrests is firmly secured.
Figure 8 Adjusting armrest height
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3.4.3 Push handles / push bar height
Risk of injuries
Always use the available adjustment holes on the push handle. Never exceed the maximum
height adjustment.
The push handles (16) and push bar (23) are connected and can
be adjusted in 7 different height positions:
1. Loosen both star knobs (31) on the handle supports and
remove them.
2. Adjust the height of both push handles simultaneously by
sliding them up/down in the supports. Make sure that the
holes on the inner/outer tube align.
3. Insert the two star knobs (31) in the supports and the
adjustment holes.
4. Turn the star knobs clockwise until they are finger-tight.
5. Make sure that the push handles are firmly secured.
Figure 9 Adjusting push-handle height
3.4.4 Leg rest angle (BZ7-BZ8)
1. Loosen the lever (62) at the rotation point.
2. Adjust the angle of the leg rest by lifting/lowering the
footplates (between 100° - 190°).
3. Retighten the lever (62) firmly by hand.
4. Repeat this for the second leg rest. Make sure that both
leg rests are firmly secured.
Figure 10 Adjusting footrest angle
3.4.5 Tip cap height
1. Press and hold the spring button (63).
2. Slide the tip cap tube (64) in/out of the frame tube.
3. Release the spring button.
4. Repeat this for the second tip cap. Make sure that both tip
caps are firmly secured.
Figure 11 Adjusting tip cap height
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3.5 Riding
Depending on your medical condition and type of wheelchair, you can ride the wheelchair
yourself or have it pushed by an attendant.
Risk of entrapment
•Prevent your fingers from being caught by the wheel spokes.
•Prevent getting your hands trapped on the hand rims when riding through small passages.
•When driving with an attendant, keep your arms away from the wheels and keep your feet on
the footplates.
Risk of injuries and damage
•Do NOT drive on slopes, obstacles, steps or kerbs larger than the size described in the
technical specifications in chapter 5.
•Do not proceed with your wheelchair in traffic. Always stay on the pavement.
•Do not operate the hand rims with wet hands.
•Pay attention if the road has holes or gaps that may cause entrapment of the wheels.
•Avoid stones and other objects that may block the wheels.
•Always keep the swing range of the footrest in mind to prevent bystanders from being injured
or objects from being damaged.
•Before every usage, make sure that:
o all adjustments are firmly secured, see §3.4.
o the parking brakes are working properly.
o the tires are in good condition, see §4.
3.5.1 Riding with an attendant
1. Release the brakes or have them released by the attendant, while he/she is holding the
wheelchair to prevent movement, see §3.1 or §3.2.
2. The attendant grasps the handgrips or push bar to push the wheelchair in the desired direction.
3. After stopping, apply the brakes while holding the wheelchair in place, see §3.1 or §3.2.
3.5.2 Riding on your own
1. Release the parking brakes one by one, see §3.1.
2. Move your hands to the highest position on both hand rims.
3. Lean forward and push/turn the hand rims forward until your arms are straight.
4. Swing your arms loosely back to the topside of the hand rims and repeat the push movement.
5. To stop: wait until the wheelchair stops and move forward/backward by operating the hand
rims. Apply the parking brakes one by one, see §3.1.
3.5.3 Riding on slopes
Risk of injuries
•If the attendant has too little strength to control the wheelchair, stop riding and use the brakes
immediately.
•When you stop on a (small) slope, use your brakes, since the wheelchair may start moving
unexpectedly.
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