Jenn-Air JRSD2450 User's Manual
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1. To replace the lower refrigerator light bulb on some models 1 remove the Temp Control Drawer 2 using two hands spread the top ad bottom of the light shield vertically away from each other and pull to the front to remove 3 unscrew the bulb and replace it with a 40 watt showcase bulb 4 using two hands spread the top and bottom of the light shield and push it into place engaging tabs in slots and 5 replace the Temp Control Drawer To replace the freezer light bulb 1 remove the ice cube dispenser bin and the top freezer shelf 2 unhook the tabs on the top of the light shield by pressing in with your thumb on the center top of the light shield 3 pivot the shield down 4 unscrew the bulb when it is cool and replace it with a standard 40 watt appliance bulb 5 pivot the shield up into place snapping the tabs into the slots 6 replace the freezer shelf and the ice cube dispenser bin Going On Vacation If you will be gone for a month or less leave the controi knob at its usual setting During longer absences a remove all food b disconnect from electrical outiet c clean the refrigerator thoroughly including defrost pan d leave doors open to prevent odor formation and e turn off water supply to ice maker if practical 16 Problems Save yourself the nuisance of unnecessary service calls check these first Refrigerator runs too frequently Frequent running provides more stable temperatures To2. ae fae ransas la rest HIGHER ege Fig A FOR MODELS JRS207 JRSD2250 amp JRSD2450 To start your refrigerator set the refrigerator control on F and set the freezer control on 4 See fig A FOR MODELS JRS229 JRSD209 JRSDE229 JRSDE249 JRSD279 To start your refrigerator set the refrigerator controt on 6 and set the freezer control on D See Fig i Freezer Fresh Food B d Cogesl l 11 Coldest Let the refrigerator run at least two hours before Fig B loading it with food IMPORTANT In a day or so you my decide that one or both compartments should be colder or warmer DO NOT change either control more than one letter or one number ata time Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize before adjusting the setting again This does not apply when you first start your refrigerator To turn off your refrigerator set the refrigerator control on OFF Warm Cabinet Surfaces At times the front surfaces of your refrigerator cabinet may be warm to the touch This is anormal function of your refrigerator This feature prevents moisture from condensing on the outside of your refrigerator during humid weather This condition may be noticeable when you first start your refrigerator during hot weather and during excessive or lengthy door openings Energy Tips For efficient energy use 1 Be sure the refrigerator is level and ventilation around the front grille is not blocked 2 Check door seals occasionally for leakag
3. the room temperature will go below 55 F because it will not run frequently enough to maintain proper temperature in the freezer Leveling ls Important To enhance its appearance maintain efficient performance and for proper function of the ice maker your refrigerator should be level Using a carpenter s level check your refrigerator to make sure it is level front to back and side to side The front wheels were adjusted at the factory so the cabinet would be level However jarring in transit or standing the refrigerator on an uneven floor may cause the doors to shift out of alignment if leveling is necessary remove the base grille and adjust the wheel with a screwdriver as shown p TURN CLOCKWISE TO To lock the cabinet in place turn down one or both locking feet located near the front wheels Rear leveler feet are not required TURN COUNTER CLOCKWISE TO RAISE CABINET CORNER fo TOCORRECT THISCONDI E TION RAISE RIGHT COR TO CORRECT THIS CONDITION RAISE NER AND OR LOWER LEFT LEFT CORNER AND OR LOWER RIGHT CORNER UNTIL DOORS CORNER UNTIL DOORS ALIGN ACROSS ALIGN ACROSS TOP OF TOP OF CABINET CABINET Se Your new refrigerator has two controls One for LE e aas regulating the temperature in the fresh food com partment and one for the freezer Both controls are located at the upper rear of the refrigerator compart ment just below the light shield EA ee Ed 4 6 5 4 3 2 M OR OOLDER FREEZFR van
4. MMM JENN AIR Use amp Care Manual Frost Free Refrigerators MODELS JRS207 JRSD209 JRS229 JRSD2250 JRSDE229 JRSD2450 JRSDE249 JRSD279 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE MAR 2 0 1995 Model JRSDE249 Printedin U S A 1995 Jenn Air PartNo 109728 2 Cat No SSU207UB About Your Jenn Air Refrigerator Your Jenn Air frost free refrigerator was designed engineered and manufactured to the highest standards of quality and performance Since this manual explains how you can obtain the best use of your Jenn Air refrigerator it is essential that you follow the instructions carefully Should you have any questions about using your Jenn Air appliance write to us Be sure to provide the model number of your appliance Jenn Air Customer Assistance c o Maytag Customer Service PO Box 2370 Cleveland TN 37320 2370 THE MODEL YOU HAVE SELECTED MAY NOT HAVE ALL OF THESE FEATURES SHOWN Automatic lce Maker Temp Control and Automatic amp Drawer Refrigerator Dairy Conve Geer Dispenser Bin Control Compartment nience Shaves Freezer Egg Center Control Light WineRack Caddy EI Es AT SS SS Mm ender j Humidity Easy Off Adjustable Sealed Freezer Agjuatanle oe Crispers Shelf Fronts Shelves Bulk Glass Lift Off Bottle Removable 5 Storage Cantilever Shelves Retainer Model JRSDE249 Basket Shelves Base Grille 2 Safety Precautions 1
5. Use the three pronged piug only with a grounding receptacle to provide protection from electrical shock see below This appliance must be installed in accordance with the instailation and grounding instructions on pages 3 4 2 Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning condenser replacing a light bulb or making any repairs Any servicing should be performed by a qualified technician 3 In case of power failure minimize door openings If power failure is of long duration protect frozen food by placing blocks of dry ice on top of the packages or check with a local frozen foods locker plant about temporary storage Frozen foods which have thawed completely should not be refrozen 4 Any electric service cord that becomes frayed or damaged should be immediately repaired or replaced Never unplug your appliance by pulling on the power cord 5 Your refrigerator should not be operated in the presence of explosive fumes 6 Remove the doors from any out of use refrigerator to prevent child entrapment and suffocation 7 Do not place fingers or hands on the automatic ice making mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in This will help protect you from possible injury It will also prevent interference with moving parts of the ejector mechanism and the heating element that releases the cubes Electrical Connection and Grounding Your refrigerator is designed to operate on a nominal 115 volt 15 amp 60 cycle line There should be a separ
6. ate POWER SUPPLY CORD grounded circuit serving this refrigerator only DO NOT use GROUNDING PLUG an extension cord Your refrigerator is equipped with a three pronged ground ing plug for your protection against possible electrical shock hazards It must be plugged into a grounding receptacle Where a standard two prong wall receptacle is encountered it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the cus WALL RECEPTACLE tomer to have it replaced with a properly grounded three Rls ge ON VOUE MODEL prong wall receptacle DO NOT under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord GROUNOING TYPE DO NOT use an adapter plug 3 VR Re Installation hee ed Ar ME EE he ee EE ch ef Arr If you are installing your new refrigerator yourself please follow these helpful sugges tions 1 Remove base skids 2 Remove all exterior and interior tape carefully and retain old tape Make a smail pad of this tape to pick off any remaining tape residues This will eliminate the need to use dangerous solvents of any kind 3 Remove and discard the cantilever shelf packing clips located just above each shelf where they hook onto the frame To remove the red plastic clip wiggle it sideways and pull straight out 4 Selecta location for your new refrigerator away from any heat sources Allow afree flow of air through the front base grille 5 Your model should not be installed where
7. d of time 2 Refrigerator is not to be used for a considerable time such as vacations Also turn off the water supply to the ice maker in this instance if practical 3 Water supply is to be shut off for several hours How the Ice Maker Works Water fills the empty cube moid Fig 1 when the freezer compartment has cooled to freezing tem perature Cold air is forced directly over the mold When frozen the cubes are rotated up and out of the mold Fig 2 The sweeper arm ejects them into the ice storage bin below The sensor arm Fig 3 senses when the bin is full and signals the ice maker to stop ejecting more Fig cubes However the mold has been refilled and cubes frozen so the new supply is ready when needed As soon as ice is removed from the bin the sensor arm signals that more is needed The ice maker resumes operation by ejecting ready and waiting frozen cubes SENSOR ARM DOWN FOR ON POSITION 11 Removing and Replacing the Automatic Ice Cube Dispenser Bin Lift the front of the Automatic Dispenser bin and pull it straight out Wash the bin occasionally in mild soap and lukewarm water To replace the bin push it all the way back until the bottom of the bin is behind the raised edge at the front of the shelf it rests upon Make sure the tabs at the back of the bin that turn the spiral auger are positioned between the prongs from the auger motor Operating Your Automatic Ice and Wat
8. ds on the temperature in the freezer section of your refrigerator The colder the freezer section the more ice is produced We suggest you start with your refrigerator and freezer controls at their mid settings In most cases this is satisfactory If the door to the refrigerator or freezer is opened frequently or temperatures in the kitchen are abnormally high a colder setting may be necessary After your model has been installed and the water supply connected to the ice maker it may take 8 to 12 hours before the ice maker furnishes any usable ice cubes The first one or two harvests will probably contain undersized and irregular cubes because of air in the supply line The initial harvest may also contain impurities from the new water supply piping Therefore all cubes from the first two or three harvests should be discarded Under certain rare circumstances ice cubes may be discolored usually appearing with a green bluish hue The cause of this unusual discoloration is apparently a combination of factors such as certain characteristics of local waters household plumbing and the accumulation of copper salts in an inactive water supply line which feeds the ice maker Continued consumption of such discolored ice cubes may be injurious to health If such discoloration is observed discard the ice cubes and contact the dealer from whom the ice maker or refrigerator was purchased Ice cubes that have been in the ice storage for a considerable lengt
9. e Check at various places top bottom and sides Check the temperature avoid unnecessary cold settings Keep the freezer near full capacity less cold air is lost during door openings Let hot dishes cool before putting into refrigerator or freezer Cover liquids if uncovered the unit must work longer Clean refrigerator condenser coils at least twice a year 5 NOOR Refrigerator Compartment Features To maintain the natural flavor moisture and nutrition of fresh foods we recommend that all dishes trays and containers of food be covered Adjustable cantilever shelves can be posi tioned to suit your special needs To remove a shelf lift the rear straight up a fraction of an inch and pull straight out To lock into another position tilt the shelf with the front up Insert hooks into desired frame openings and let the shelf settle into place Make sure it is securely locked at the rear Some models have slide out shelves that are designed to contain spills Height adjustments are made the same way being careful that the movable shelf remains fully in the frame Slide Out Shelves Some models Slide out shelves move on plastic rails and may be easily pulled forward for access to foods placed toward the rear To remove a slide out shelf pull it toward you until it stops then lift the front edge slightly and pull completely out Temp Controi Drawer Model JRS207 The Temp Control Drawer is located at the bot
10. e crystal they can crack or chip from the combined pressure of your hand pressing them against the actuator pad and ice dropping into the container Ice other than that produced by your ice maker should not be added to the ice storage bin it may not crush and or dispense properly For large quantities of cubed ice remove the ice directly from the storage bin Do not operate the ice dispenser continuously for more than five minutes If the ice dispenser is not used frequently ice cubes may clump together and may need to be broken apart or discarded To Stop Dispensing Release the pressure on the pad and hold the container in position momentarily to catch the last pieces of ice or drops of water The ice delivery door will remain open for a short time When it closes you may hear a closing sound Spill Tray Do not discard water into the grille at the bottom of the fountain This is a spill area not adrain Normal spills will be evaporated in the recessed area below the spill shelf grille Excessive spills should be removed with an absorbent sponge or cloth The spill area should be cleaned occasionally Fountain Light The push button light switch is located behind the panel at the top and on the right side of your fountain For replacement use a 120v 7 watt bulb Child Proof Lock A child proof lock is located behind the panel at the top and on the left side of the dispenser This toggle switch will turn your ice and water d
11. er Dispenser Water lce Control For dispensing ice cubes the slide control must be moved to the Cube position center For dispensing crushed ice move the control to the Crushed position left crimo EUe D muto WATER For dispensing chilled water the slide control must be moved completely to the Water position right Water from the dispenser is chilled For colder water simply add ice before dispensing the water Also the first glass of water dispensed each time may be warmer than consecutive glasses It will be cooler if a full glass of water is dispensed rather than a partial glass Filla container with ice before adding liquid to prevent splash ing Dispensing To fill a glass position the glass against the top portion of the actuator pad and press Hold the glass high in the dispenser opening to reduce the ice falling outside the glass Some crushed ice may be dispensed even though you selected CUBE This happens occasionally when a few cubes accidentally get channeled in the crusher When changing from crushed ice to cubes some crushed ice may be dispensed This may also happen if irregular sized cubes or ice chips are in the storage bin There may be a delay when you switch from cubes to crushed ice It takes afew seconds for the cubes to be channeled in the crusher Crushed ice pieces will vary in size and shape 12 Ice should not be dispensed directly into thin glasses fine china or delicat
12. et partially out 2 reach to the back of the basket and pivot the metal clips up to a horizontal position and 3 pull the basket out When replacing the basket reverse the removal procedure Freezer Baskets JRSD279 N Your refrigerator has three freezer baskets one shallow d Ji Ii one Pizza and one deep Each slides out for more Ke Hh convenient access to the frozen food The Pizza basketis ST I designed with a lower right side for easy storage of frozen 7 HN j pizzas All baskets can be removed for cleaning In N K Z addition the shallow and Pizza baskets can be adjusted x N K EE N N _ up or down to accommodate various sized packages To remove the baskets pull the basket toward you until it stops Lift the front of the basket and pull until it stops again then lift it up and over the front tabs To replace the basket reverse the above procedure To adjust the shallow and Pizza baskets remove the basket as directed previously and place one of the bottom two heavy wires in the track and replace it Automatic Ice Maker Select Models The water inlet tubing assembly required to complete the water connection to the water valve is located in the crisper drawer in a bag Connect the ice maker to the water supply as instructed in the separate instructions furnished with the refrigerator The automatic ice maker is designed to furnish a continual supply of ice cubes The amount of ice produced depen
13. h of time may pick up off flavor taste stick together and gradually become smaller We suggest that these cubes be thrown away We also suggest using an open box of baking soda in the refrigerator for food odor absorption 10 Certain sounds may accompany the various cycles of the ice maker Examples are 1 the motor may have a slight hum 2 the cubes will rattle as they fall into an empty storage bin and 3 the water valve may click or buzz occasionally All of these sounds are normal and should be ignored Note When dispensing ice cubes it is important that you use only the ice supplied by this ice maker Ice from any other source could cause an ice jam If this happens remove and discard all ice from the storage bin and any ice lodged in the ice chute Starting or Stopping Your Ice Maker DER ICE MAKER d Your automatic ice maker is located near the top of the freezer compartment behind the lce Access Panel To gain access to the ice making mecha nism lift the Ice Access Panel SENSOR The ice maker has a wire sensor arm that is con nected to a shut off switch This arm stops the mechanism when the ice cube storage bin is full and restarts it after several ice cubes have been used You can use the stop arm to stop all production of ice at any time All you need to do is raise the arm into the OFF position The ice maker should be turned off arm up when 1 Ice storage bin is to be removed for extended perio
14. ispensers on or off 13 It is recommended that you disconnect the power cord before cleaning Your refrigerator can be rolled out for cleaning Turn the levelers at each front corner of the cabinet counterclockwise until they turn freely Then pull the cabinet straight out Note If you have an Automatic Ice Maker installed we recommend that you turn off the water supply before moving the cabinet After cleaning behind your refrigerator push it back and turn the levelers clockwise until they touch the floor and lock the cabinet in place Use mild soap and water DO NOT use scouring powders automobile wax or furniture polish Rinse with clear water Door gaskets may be cleaned with soap and water a baking soda solution or mild scouring powder Clean both compartments and inner door panels with mild soap and water Do not use an abrasive powder solvent polish cleaner or undiluted detergent When cleaning a glass cantilever shelf you can remove it and submerge the entire assembly in warm water Never use hot water Always allow glass to warm up toroom temperature before immersing in warm water 14 Defrost water drains into a shallow pan beneath the cabinet and evaporates During periods of high humidity water could remain in the pan This pan should be cleaned once a month with a strong solution of soap and water It is located behind the base grille To remove the base grille grasp it at both ends and pull straight
15. l and serial number of the appliance Be sure to retain proof of purchase to verify warranty status Refer to WARRANTY for further information of owner s responsibilities for warranty service e If the dealer or service company cannot resolve the problem write to Jenn Air Customer Assistance c o Maytag Customer Service PO Box 2370 Cleveland TN 37320 2370 1 800 688 1100 U S and Ontario or 1 615 559 3646 e Use and care manuals service manuals and parts catalogs are available from Jenn Air Customer Assistance c o Maytag Customer Service All specifications subject to change by manufacturer without notice 19
16. o many door openings Prolonged door openings Refrigerator runs too long e Under normal conditions due to larger size and colder temperatures modern refrigerators run a greater percentage of the time e Prolonged or frequent door openings Condenser needs cleaning Poor air circulation around condenser Refrigerator won trun Temperature control turned to OFF Power cord not plugged in No power at electrical outlet House fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped Cabinet vibrates Cabinet not level Weak floor Warm air from cabinet bottom Normal air flow for condenser circulation Front cabinet surface warm to touch Special design to prevent condensation during periods of high humidity Moisture on outside surface e Hot humid weather increases condensation When humidity drops condensation disappears Red glow visible in freezer Reflection of defrost mechanism during normal defrost cycle Sizzling sound in freezer Normal sound caused by defrost water dripping on defrost mechanism 17 Water on floor under cabinet e Defrost pan missing or not positioned correctly e Water connection loose on water valve Noisy operation Fan noise perfectly normal in frost free refrigerators You may not be used to this if previous model was manual defrost Cabinet not level Weak floor e Defrost pan not positioned correctly Odor in cabinet e Defrost pan needs cleaning Food left unco
17. of frozen foods and to prevent freezer burn we recommend that all foods be wrapped or sealed properly Freezer Shelves Model JRS207 To remove a freezer shelf lift the shelf straight up tilt sideways and pull straight out When replacing a freezer shelf reverse the removal procedure Adjustable Freezer Shelves Most models The freezer sheives can be adjusted up or down or removed to accommodate various sized packages To 3 remove a shelf lift up on right side of shelf and push to the right Then tilt shelf and remove iin LUNN To replace a freezer shelf 1 tilt the shelf and insert right rod ends into upper portion of oblong holes in the freezer side wall and 2 lower the left side of the shelf and insert in oblong holes in the left side of the freezer wall Make sure the shelf is secure before loading Bulk Storage Drawer Models JRS207 JRSD2250 JRSD2450 The slide out Bulk Storage drawer can be removed by pulling it out as far as it will go then lifting the front edge and pulling straight out if you notice that the drawer is not sliding smoothly or easily lubricate the slide rails with petroleum jelly Apply lubrication to points as shown Also make sure the bottom of the freezer is clean where the slide rails make contact SLIDE RAILS Bulk Storage Basket Most Models EL Ee BOTTOM To remove the freezer basket 1 pull the bask
18. ol Drawer tightly closed at all times to obtain best results Sealed Crispers The Sealed Crispers are ideal for storing vegetables and fruit Keep your crispers tightly closed to insure freshness Storing leafy vegetables such as celery and lettuce in plastic bags reduces moisture evaporation The crispers slide out for easy access to foods stored within They are completely removable for cleaning hand wash only or for use elsewhere in your kitchen The top crisper cover also serves as a refrigerator storage shelf To remove the crisper cover for cleaning lift the front edge and pull straight out Humidity Control Most models The humidity control lever is located on the shelf above the crisper drawers The slide control should generally be set at the Low setting for fruits and the High setting for vegetables Wine Rack Most models To use your wine rack fit it along either side of any refrigerator shelf engage its rear notch to the shelf back corner Lay the wine bottle on the rack Ail doors contain built in mechanisms that automatically pull them completely shut once they are closed to within 6 inches of the cabinet All doors also have magnetic door gaskets that cling to the cabinet front once the doors are closed to within their magnetic range lt is important that your refrigerator be reasonably level for the door closures to function properly Easy Off Shelf Front Door shelf fronts can be removed for ea
19. out Lift the front of the defrost pan and pull it straight out To replace the defrost pan reverse procedure as shown To replace the base grille line up the spring clips on the base grille with the square openings in the cabinet and gently tap each end in until the grille locks in place Condenser To allow your refrigerator to run more effi ciently the base grille and the area around the condenser should be cleaned at least twice a year The area around the condens er can be cleaned whenever the refrigerator is moved during routine house cleaning Unplug the refrigerator and move it away from the wall Vacuum the condenser and base grille area and the area where the cabinet normaily sits Plug in the refrigera tor after cleaning To clean the base grille grasp both ends and pull straight out After cleaning replace the base grille 15 BASE OPENING BASE GRILLE Other Hints On Caring For Your Refrigerator Replacing Light Bulbs It is recommended that you disconnect the power cordbefore replacing light bulbs To replace the upper refrigerator light bulb 1 grasp the light shield near the ends and pull out until the shield pulls free of the retainer lugs 2 unscrew bulb and replace with a 40 watt appliance bulb 60 watt appliance bulb for Model JRS207 JASD2250 and JRSD2450 and 3 hook the light shieid over the upper retainer lugs and press in at the bottom until the shield snaps in place
20. sy cleaning of the door liner and shelf fronts Lift the shelf front straight up until it clears the retainer on the door liner and pull straight out Reverse this procedure when replacing the door shelf front Lift Off Door Shelves Lift off door shelves may be easily adjusted to another position on the door Lift the shelf straight up until it clears the retainers on the door liner and pull straight out Reverse this procedure when replacing a shelf Slide Out Door Shelves Model JRSD279 These shelves are easy to remove and move to a different location To remove pull the shelf forward To pes replace line up the top of the shelf with the slides on the door and slide back into piace Bottie Retainer Some models have a bottle retainer located on the lower refrigerator door shelf It prevents tall bottles from falling out when the door is opened or closed To attach the retainer on the shelf front have the smooth side facing forward align the retainer with the front lip of the shelf front and snap into position The bottle retainer can be adjusted to any position on the shelf by sliding sideways Shelf Tender Ail models have a Shelf Tender located on one of the refrigerator door shelves It provides upright storage for packages or bottles The Shelf Tender can be adjusted to any position on the shelf by sliding sideways Freezer Compartment Features To maintain the natural flavor moisture and nutrition
21. tom of the compartment The control lever is located along the left side of the drawer As the control lever is moved from the Cool setting toward the Cold setting the temperature will get colder Select the control position which suits your needs the best Keep your Temp Control Drawer tightly closed at all times to obtain best results Temp Control Drawer Models JRSD209 JRS229 JRSD279 JRSDE249 amp JRSDE229 The Temp Contro Drawer provides short term storage of fresh meats without freezing The shelf with the Temp Control Drawer can be placed in one of three positions When adjusting this shelf remove the drawer and look at the back wail of the drawer It is necessary for the air inlet tube at the back of the refrigerator to line up at the top middle or bottom of the air slots in the back of the drawer Set the temperature control to the coldest position when adjusting the Temp Control Drawer Once adjustment has been made repiace the drawer and set the control to the desired setting The control knob is located near the refrigerator control As the knob is turned from the Cool setting toward the Cold setting the temperature will get colder Select the Cool setting for storage of luncheon meat and cheese Select the Cold setting for storage of fresh meats All meats or poultry should be stored in their original store wrappings or in plastic bags to reduce the evaporation of moisture from them Keep your Temp Contr
22. vered e Interior needs cleaning Foods dry out Fresh or Frozen e Packages not wrapped or sealed properly Crisper not tightly closed Fresh food compartment too cold e Refrigerator control set too cold Fresh food compartment too warm e Refrigerator control set too warm Freezer control set at coldest position e Prolonged door openings Freezer compartment too warm Freezer control set too warm Prolonged door openings Ice cubes evaporate e Cold air moving over ice cubes causes shrinkage Automatic ice maker not operating Select Models e Stop arm in OFF position e Water supply turned off e Water pressure too low e Freezer too warm ice Dispenser not operating Select Models e ice jam in the dispenser Clear with plastic or wooden utensil e ice maker not operating The padlock switch activated Toggle switch to check The ice is clumped in the bin Break up or discard e An ice jam in the crusher Remove ice from storage bin and turn auger by hand 18 Water Dispenser not operating Select models Water supply turned off Water pressure too low Cabinet light not working Buib burned out No power at outlet if You Need Service Call the dealer from whom your appliance was purchased or the authorized Jenn Air Service Contractor listed in the Yellow Pages Your Jenn Air Contractor can provide better and faster service if you can accurately describe problems and give mode
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