Hotpoint WMA22 User's Manual
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1. indicator light will come on after the selected programme has finished This light will remain lit until you return the programme selector dial to its OFF position or start another programme The Door Locked indicator light will come on two seconds after you press the START Hold to Reset button and will stay lit throughout the programme A short time after the programme has finished the indicator light will go out and you can then open the door Selected programmes will not start if the door is not closed properly the Door Locked indicator light will flash to show this Push the door shut until you hear the catch click Options Button Selection To select an option press the button and you will see a light come on above the button Press again to cancel and the light will go out You cannot alter the options once the machine is running NOTE Remember to cancel buttons after use Super Rinse use this option for Energy Saver use this option to Large wash loads and items for young children or people with Save money and time on lightly soiled loads sensitive skin This is not available with Quick Wash Rinse and Spin or Spin This option increases the water level of the first two rinses only programmes This is not available with Cold Wash Rinse and Spin or Spin only programmes Rinse Hold use this option to Help reduce the creasing of delicate or synthetic fabrics by hol2. Available 364 days a year with a fast effective and value for money service We have the largest white goods repair service in the UK with over 1200 of our own fully trained engineers All repairs include a parts and labour guarantee for 12 months from the date of the repair If you require any information or have any questions about your appliance our operators are on hand with help and advice All this ensures that you will receive the best available after sales service possible Extended Warranties UK 08709 088 088 www theservicecentre co uk Republic of Ireland 1850 502 200 Whether you have just one or a number of Hotpoint appliances in your kitchen we offer two service cover plans to give you total peace of mind Repair Protection Plan FREE service repairs for a single Hotpoint appliance during the period of cover FREE service repairs for all your Hotpoint appliances less than 8 years old Kitchen Cover Genuine Parts and Accessories UK 08709 077 077 www theservicecentre co uk Republic of Ireland 01 842 6836 A wide range of genuine parts and accessories are available from our hotline or through our web site Genuine parts and accessories extended warranties and service repairs are all available on our web site at ESERVICECENTRE www theservicecentre co uk Merloni Elettrodomestici UK Limited Morley Way Peterborough PE2 9JB PRINTED BY SIMLEX FOUR ASHES WOLVERHAMPTON September 2003 Pa
3. INSTRUCTIONS on INSTALLATION amp USE for the FIRST EDITION RANGE WMA22 WMA20 Hotpoint recommends for your own safety and to ensure you get the best possible results from your Washing Machine you read through this booklet and follow these steps thoroughly Electrical Guide STEP 1 Choose a location for your washing machine where possible on a solid floor with the electrical sockets and water supply taps easily accessible Allow sufficient space 600mm width 600m depth and 900mm height DO NOT install in a bath or shower room WARNING This appliance must be earthed STEP 2 nstallation Guide Dispose of packaging material in a safe place and remove any labels Please read through thoroughly to ensure you understand each stage I before you begin Remember you may be charged for a service call if a problem with your washing machine is caused by incorrect installation or misuse STEP 3 Dispenser Drawer Read through this section to familiarise yourself with the different compartments within the dispenser drawer Hotpoint recommend the Persil range of detergent products NOTE Always follow manufacturer s dosage recommendations Programme Selector Dial A wash chart is provided to help you to select your required programme Examples given for the maximum washing load weight for different fabric types STEP 5 Using your Machine How to start
4. A cold fill adaptor is available from your local Hotpoint authorised ervice Centre or by calling the Genuine Parts amp Accessories Hotline see KEY CONTACTS TO CHECK ALL PARTS OF THE INSTALLATION AND TO THOROUGHLY CLEAN THE INSIDE OF YOUR MACHINE RUN PROGRAMME C refer to Programme Selector Dial STEP 4 WITHOUT ANY LAUNDRY and WITHOUT ANY DETERGENT THIS WILL TAKE APPROXIMATELY 2hours 30minutes TO COMPLETE STEP 3 The Dispenser Drawer WARNING Do not put any items into the drawer other than detergents designed to be released from the drawer as they may cause damage or blockage 1 Drawer release latch 2 Pre wash detergent compartment Maximum 200ml powder or 100ml liquid 3 Main detergent compartment Maximum 400ml powder or 200ml liquid 4 Grate 5 Fabric conditioner compartment 120ml maximum Dispensing Powder Detergent To achieve the best wash results the manufacturer s recommended amount of detergent should be measured and added to the main detergent compartment II symbol max 400ml Dispensing Liquid Detergent We recommend the use of a detergent dosing ball as provided by your detergent manufacturer Alternatively you can obtain a liquid detergent flap a barrier for the dispenser drawer Contact Hotpoint Genuine Parts and Accessories see Key Contacts Adding Fabric Conditioner Pre wash Programme A and B Pour
5. It is advisable to clean the dispenser drawer regularly 1 Pull the drawer out until it reaches its stop 2 Press the drawer release latch down to remove the dispenser drawer 3 Clean and dry the dispenser drawer syphons grate and fabric conditioner exit channel A Also regularly clean the outlet pipe area B 4 Relocate the dispenser drawer and push it firmly back into place WARNINGS Do not clean any part of the machine with abrasive cleaners scouring agents acids any bleaches or metal polish as they may cause damage Do not try to clean any part of the dispenser drawer while the machine is working Key Contacts After Sales Service Over 1200 trained specialists directly employed by us ensure that you can have complete confidence in both the appliances and services we offer Repair Service and Information Desk UK 08709 066 066 Open 8 to 8 Mon Fri 8 to 6 Sat 10 to 4 Sun amp Bank Holidays www theservicecentre co uk Republic of Ireland 1850 302 200 Note Our operators will require the following information The Model number which can be found on the control panel which can be found on the inner door trim The Serial number Extended Warranties UK 08709 088 088 Open 8 to 8 Mon Sun www theservicecentre co uk Republic of Ireland 1850 502 200 Genuine Parts and Accessories UK 08709 077 077 Open 8 30 to 5 30 Mon Fri amp 9 to 12 Sat
6. and Turn the programme groups by washcare fabric conditioner if selector dial from the labels required to the OFF position to the Load the machine dispenser drawer see programme required making sure that the STEP 3 see STEP 4 laundry is not Refer to the detergent The Prog End light trapped in the door manufacturer s will illuminate to Close the door by dosage instructions indicate that the pushing it until it clicks When all selections have been made press the START Hold To Reset button The Prog End light will go out and the Active light will illuminate to indicate the start of a programme After a short time the Door Locked indicator light will illuminate To cancel a programme once the machine has started press and hold the START Hold To Reset button for two seconds until the Prog End light flashes You can then make a new selection Press the START Hold To Reset button again to carry on machine has power 6 Select any optional wash feature s that you may require by pressing the appropriate button s see STEP 6 indicator lights will show what you have chosen When the pro gramme has finished the Prog End and Door Locked indicator lights will remain lit During the wash the After a short time the Door Locked Active and Door indicator light will go out You can Locked indicator li
7. bolts been it in a sealed pillow case or a removed from the machine similar washbag Remember you will be charged for a service call 5 resulting from a detached bra Has the polystyrene wire block been Do not use the machine if the removed from 7 item b in waea does not have underneath the a wash label ine Before washing laundry we machine recommend that you do the following Pre treat awkward stains with washable treatments Do not wash any items that have previously been treated with solvents Close zips fasten belts tie strings and close press studs to prevent tangling Empty ALL objects from pockets as they may damage the clothes and the machine MY MACHINE MAKES A NOISE OR VIBRATES IN A SPIN PROGRAMME MY MACHINE WILL NOT START THE DISPENSER WILL NOT CLOSE PROPERLY Is the drawer clogged with detergent Clean the dispenser drawer see STEP 3 The Dispenser Drawer Check the drawer is properly aligned SUDS ARE COMING FROM THE DISPENSER DRAWER MY MACHINE DOES NOT PUMP OUT WATER The Door Locked indicator light If the Door Locked indicator light is flashing Shut the door firmly until it clicks The Door Locked indicator light should now stay on Close the door Choose a programme and then press ON If the door will not open Check the programme has finished is the Prog End
8. one of our own service engineers For pre purchase information on any other Hotpoint product CDC call 08701 50 60 70 or visit www hotpoint co uk Recycling amp Disposal Gp Information As part of Hotpoint s continued commitment to helping the environ ment Hotpoint reserves the right to use quality recycled components to keep down customer costs and minimise material wastage Please dispose of packaging and old appliances carefully To minimise risk of injury to children remove the door plug and cut mains cable off flush with the appliance Dispose of these parts sepa rately to ensure that the appliance can no longer be plugged into a mains socket and the door cannot be locked shut After Sales Service No company is better positioned to offer an after sales service on a Hotpoint appliance than us the manufacturer As part of our commitment to you all Hotpoint appliances have the added benefit of a fully inclusive parts and labour guarantee for the first 12 months In addition to this you also have the advantage of free replacement parts for the first 5 years when fitted by a Hotpoint engineer When the 12 months parts and labour guarantee expires we offer the following after sales service options Repair Service and Information Help Desk UK 08709 066066 www theservicecentre co uk Republic of Ireland 1850 302 200 Note Our operators will require the Model number and the Serial number of your appliance
9. threads can be It is important the transit bolt and spacer come out intact see pic Hold slide across and pull to remove 4 DRAINAGE SYSTEM we recommend one of the following For safety replace both plastic covers over the holes left by removing the two bolts STANDPIPE METHOD Hooked End Support Insert drainage hose approximately 100mm into the standpipe Standpipe height minimum 500mm from the floor UNDER SINK METHOD i1 cut off the blocked end of the under sink drainage unit 800mm from floor CLEN Fix the hooked end support at a minimum 800mm from the floor Attach the GREY drainage hose to the under sink drainage unit securely using a hose clip CONNECT TO THE POWER SUPPLY PLUG YOUR MACHINE INTO AN ELECTRICAL SOCKET WHICH IS EASILY ACCESSIBLE SWITCH ON hoses NOTE Hotpoint recommend extension leads are not used Move your machine into position take care not to trap or kink the READY CONNECT TO THE WATER SUPPLY PLEASE USE THE NEW HOSES SUPPLIED FITTED TO THE MACHINE Old hoses may cause leaks due to worn out washers DO NOT REMOVE Check both hot gj Connect fill hoses to and cold water water supply taps supplies are Red or Grey Hose end running freely to Hot and Blue Hose end to Cold TURN BOTH TAPS ON If you have no hot water supply
10. www theservicecentre co uk Republic of Ireland 01 842 6836 Hotpoint guarantee Satisfaction guaranteed or your money back We give you a unique satisfaction guaranteed promise valid for 90 days after you have purchased your Hotpoint appliance If there is a technical problem simply call Hotpoint Repair service or visit our web site at www theservicecentre co uk and where necessary we will arrange for an engineer to call If the technical problem is not resolved under this guarantee we will replace your machine or if you prefer give you your money back All Hotpoint appliances carry a fully inclusive 12 month parts and labour guarantee as well as free replacement parts for the first 5 years except microwaves selected integrated appliances and cooker hoods which have a one year guarantee provided that they are fitted by a Hotpoint engineer Guarantee terms and conditions Your guarantee is only applicable in the United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland and is subject to the following provisions that your appliance Has been installed and used correctly in accordance with this instruction booklet Has been used solely for domestic purposes and is located on domestic premises ie not for commercial or trade use Has been properly connected to a suitable electrical supply voltage as stated on the appliance rating plate Has not been subject to misuse accident modified or repaired by anyone other than
11. your selected programme and how to stop or change the programme if so required NOTE Progress indicator lights show what stage in the programme cycle has been reached Options Guide All available optional wash features are explained within this section These allow you to adjust your selected wash programme to suit your needs NOTE In addition to the temperature of the incoming water the selection of optional wash features will affect the programme times STEP 7 A Typical Wash Programme A picture guide provides a clear explanation how to set a wash programme READ BEFORE CONTACTING SERVICE DO NOT overload the washing machine NOTE Hotpoint recommend on completion of your programme that you switch off both the electricity and water supply to the appliance Troubleshooting Please refer to the Troubleshooting section if you have any problems when using your washing machine There may be nothing wrong Read the rest of these instructions to get the best from your appliance remember to fill in your guarantee registration Keep this Book in a safe place for quick reference STEP 1__ Electricity Supply WARNING The appliance must be earthed Fuses Your appliance comes fitted with a plug and a 13 amp 13A fuse If you need to replace the fuse use only those rated at 13 amp 13A and ASTA approved to BS1362 To change the fuse lift the holder to vert
12. If the Active indicator light is flashing This means that the programme selector dial has been moved since the programme started Check the correct amount of Return the dial to the original selection TT suitable detergent has been used refer to manufacturer s You may need to call ina recommendations plumber If you have used the wrong type of detergent select a Rinse programme to flush out your machine Have you adjusted the feet to stabilise the machine See STEP 2 Installation Is steam coming from the dispenser drawer If possible use another socket for the machine NOT ALL OF THE DETERGENT HAS BEEN FLUSHED AWAY Check that your water supply taps are turned on fully Check the inlet hoses are not kinked Is your hot water pressure low You may need a cold fill adaptor to run your machine as cold fill only See Installation STEP 2 Check the blocked end of the under sink drainage unit has been cut off If your machine is still not working contact Repair Service and Information Desk UK 08709 066 066 Republic of Ireland 1850302 200 MY LAUNDRY HAS NOT SPUN DRY Was a short spin programme used on a non synthetic load There has been an unbalanced load and the machine could not spin See Automatic Features STEP 6 The machine is designed to release steam fr
13. arged fora service call if a problem with your machine is caused by incorrect installation or misuse Did the water pump out If not see MY MACHINE DOES NOT PUMP OUT WATER Remember you will be charged for a service call for problems caused by incorrect installation non removal of transit bolts or packaging leaks from household pipework loose or blocked fill and drain hoses Washing items that DO NOT have a wash label or washing items that are not intended as machine washable and NOT emptying contents from pockets may cause pump or drain blockages or may damage components within the machine Getting to Know your Appliance Dispenser Drawer Control Panel i t jv ra Interlocking door 4 and release lever Hooked End Support Mains Cable ma x Ee Rating Plate Adjustable Feet Hot Water inlet point and supplied Hose Red or Grey end Cold Water inlet point and supplied Hose Blue end Transit Bolts both MUST be removed before using your machine Plumbing Indicator Line label Drainage Hose Wheels Cleaning the Exterior Use a damp cloth or silicon polish to clean the exterior surfaces of the appliance Cleaning the Door Bowl Clean the internal surface of the door bowl regularly with a soft cloth A build up of soap powder and water hardness residue may result in water leaking from the door Cleaning the Dispenser Drawer amp Compartments
14. ding clothes in the final rinse water The Rinse Hold option light will flash to indicate that the programme is holding the clothes in the final rinse water Complete the final spin by pressing the Rinse Hold button when the light is flashing This is not available with Wool or Spin only programmes Automatic Features Auto half load Auto half load saves you time and money when washing smaller loads Water levels are automatically adjusted to cater for the different loads Unbalanced load warning Your machine has an inbuilt feature to prevent it spinning with an unbalanced load This will minimise excessive vibration and prolong the life of the machine Before each spin the machine senses the load within the drum and if the machine considers the load to be unbalanced it will not automatically spin Instead the machine will try to redistribute the load to achieve balance by tumbling backwards and forwards If it is unable to balance the load after the fifth attempt the machine will abort the spin process and the load will still be wet at the end of the programme If this safety feature is encountered you can spin the load after first opening the door redistributing the load and selecting a fast or slow spin only programme In the case of small loads or single items you may try adding some extra items of a comparable size to help balance the load A Typical Wash Programme Sort laundry into Add detergent
15. e following EEC directives Low Voltage Equipment 72 23 EEC amp 93 68 EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility 89 336 EEC 92 31 EEC amp 93 68 EEC 2 STEP 2 Installation POLYSTYRENE BLOCK This is part of the packaging and should have come away with the polystyrene base IF IT HAS NOT REMOVE IT NOTE YOU MAY NEED A SECOND PERSON TO HELP YOU RAISE AND LOWER THE APPLIANCE LEVEL IMPORTANT Situated one either side of the rear panel both transit bolts complete with spacers MUST be removed before use Failure to do so may cause damage to our machine NOTE ALTHOUGH YOU MAY NEED TO MOVE THE HOOKED END SUPPORT ALONG THE GREY DRAINAGE HOSE DO NOT REMOVE IT WHICHEVER DRAINAGE METHOD YOU USE MAKE SURE THAT THE HOOKED END SUPPORT IS FIXED LEVEL TO OR ABOVE THE PLUMBING INDICATOR LINE see Getting to Know your Appliance YOUR MACHINE WILL BE NOISY IF THE TWO FRONT FEET ARE NOT ADJUSTED SO THE MACHINE STANDS FIRM AND LEVEL eS at po Turn one or both front feet clockwise until the machine stands firm and level The spring on each foot will stop them coming loose REMOVE TWO TRANSIT F IXI NGS Follow these instructions to remove the TWO transit fixings z Use a crosshead screwdriver to remove the plastic cover Unscrew the bolt using a 13mm spanner seen I oe is 4 gt ae STOP when 3
16. fabrics with wool polyester and wool blends 40 50minutes EJE Wool Shrink resistant machine washable wool woollen blankets Wool mixtures with cotton or rayon 1 hour 15minutes 1 hour 25minutes 1 hour 15minutes 1 hour 25minutes E Silk Printed acetate 55minutes 1 hour 5minutes i Quick Wash for freshening up lightly soiled items Warning not for woollen silk or delicate items 35 45minutes L Hin Cold wash cold fill only no heating action 25 55minutes 1 hour 5minutes Rinse and Spin Programmes Rinse and Fast Spin Cotton 30minutes Rinse and Slow Spin Delicates 30minutes Spin only Programmes Fast Spin Cotton 15minutes P Q Slow Spin Delicates 15minutes WEIGHT OF WASH LOAD Two examples of maximum wash loads for different types of fabric COTTON 2 Bath Towels 5 Shirts 6 Blouses 1 Pair of Pyjamas 4 Items of Underwear 5 5kg SYNTHETIC Children s Dresses Shirts Blouses Pair of Pyjamas Items of Underwear 3kg NOTE When the programme has finished return the programme selector dial to the OFF position Using your Machine Option buttons Programme Active indicator light Door Locked indicator light WARNINGS In the unlikely event of something not working see Troubleshooting STEP 8 Programme End light START Hold To Reset button OFF po
17. ght then open the door will remain lit To switch the machine off return the programme selector dial to the OFF position The Prog End light will go out We also recommend that you switch off the electricity and water supply WARNINGS DO NOT allow DO NOT overload During the wash DO NOT open the children to play the appliance cycle remember dispenser drawer with the appliance It may damage the that the door glass during any or tamper with the laundry and reduce may become hot to programme controls the quality of the the touch wash DO NOT try to If you stop a open the door programme part when the Door way through a Locked indicator wash or there is a light is on power cut take care when opening the door the machine may contain hot water Troubleshooting More Troubleshooting information and general product advice can be found on our website visit www theservicecentre co uk help Washcare Tips Do not overload the machine maximum load 5 5kg In addition to reducing the quality of the wash this may also damage your laundry and the machine We strongly recommend that you 3 do not ach underwired bras i Check all loose items such as this machine Should the wires coins have been removed become detached it could cause from the laundry damage to your clothes and the machine If the washcare label states that the bra is machine washable then we advise placing Have both transit
18. ical position and lift the fuse out To replace the fuse insert the fuse and push fuse holder down into the locked position Correct replacement is identified by colour coding or the marking on base of plug WARNING Do not use the plug unless the fuse holder is in the locked position and the top cover firmly replaced Changing the Mains Lead If you have damaged the existing lead and need a new one contact Hotpoint Service UK on 08709 066 066 or www theservicecentre co uk or in the Republic of Ireland on 1850 302 200 A charge will be made We strongly advised that fitting a new lead is carried out by a qualified electrician Seek professional advice if you need to use an extension lead Changing the Plug If you need to change your plug if it does not fit your socket isolate the machine from the mains supply Cut off the supplied plug and safely dispose of the discarded plug DO NOT plug into any other socket NOTE If you change the plug the colour of wires in the mains lead may not match the colour of the markings which show the different terminals in the plug You must wire it as shown below Green and yellow Earth wire to terminal marked E symbol or coloured green and yellow 13A ASTA approved fuse to BS1362 Brown Live wire to terminal Blue Neutral wire to marked Ll or coloured red terminal marked N or coloured black C 4 CE marking certifies that this appliance conforms to th
19. indicator light lit It takes about two minutes for the Door Locked indicator light to go out after a programme has finished The door will not open until the Door Locked indicator light has gone out jas the drain hose been installed correctly Ensure it is not blocked or kinked Are the fill hoses on correctly If not tighten them Does the washer need replacing Does the door indicator light come on after 2 seconds Are the drainage unit standpipe or under sink connections free from blockages The Active and Prog End indicator lights Is your water pressure too x are both flashing high Turn the main supply tap down Is the standpipe or household drain blocked This means that the machine cannot fill Check that the water supply is turned on and that the inlet hoses are not kinked Is the machine plugged in and switched on The light will flash until the button is pressed again Press the Rinse Hold button again See STEP 2 Installation Clear any blockages that have J been found Is the machine connected to a sink waste system y The Active indicator light is flashing Is the socket OK Test with another appliance to check Is the fuse in the plug OK E Plug the machine in and turn the socket switch on
20. om the dispenser drawer during hot washes If not replace it see STEP 1 Electricity Supply Check the feet have been levelled WATER COLLECTS IN THE MY MACHINE STOPS FABRIC DISPENSER BEFORE A SPIN COMPARTMENT PROGRAMME H M Remember you will be charged for a service call to rectify a malfunction resulting from objects such as coins pens hair grips etc falling from pockets Limit the size of absorbent loads ie towels to 3kg 7Ib to give good washing and rinsing results Place small items in a wash bag Always follow the care label on items when choosing the wash programme Wash non colourfast items or really dirty laundry separately as they may affect other items You will be asked for the following details Name and Address Post Code Telephone Number Date of Purchase Colour and Model Serial Numbers which can be found on the inside of the door Clear and precise details of the query or fault THE PROGRAMME TAKES A LONG TIME The Rinse Hold button has Clean fabric dispenser drawer been pressed this will hold See STEP 3 The Dispenser laundry in the final rinse water Drawer until the button is pressed again f you have fitted a detergent flap ensure it is in the UP position if using powder See STEP 3 The Dispenser Drawer Remember you will be ch
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22. sition Programme selector dial On Off Selecting a programme The machine is switched on by turning the programme selector dial away from the OFF position to your selected programme To start the programme press and release the START Hold To Reset button NOTE When the programme has finished return the programme selector dial to the OFF position To pause a programme To pause a programme hold the START Hold To Reset button for two seconds until the Prog End indicator light flashes To continue press the START Hold To Reset button once more To change a programme If you want to change a programme hold the START Hold To Reset button for two seconds until the Prog End indicator light flashes You can then change the programme Then press the START Hold To Reset button once more NOTE If you turn the programme selector dial during a programme the Active indicator light will flash to show that the programme running is not that shown on the dial Turn the dial to the original programme to stop the flashing The flashing will automatically stop when the programme enters the rinse phase Progress indicator lights Door Locked indicator light The Active indicator light will come on as soon as the selected programme has started This light will remain lit throughout the programme and will go out when the programme has finished The Prog End
23. the recommended amount of fabric conditioner into the compartment flower symbol Do not exceed the maximum fill line When selecting programme A or B add detergent to both the pre wash compartment I symbol and the main wash compartment II symbol DO NOT use in drum dosing programmes A and B devices with Pre wash Programme Selector Dial IMPORTANT INFORMATION The temperature of the incoming water supply and selection of any Optional Wash Feature ie Energy Save will affect the programme times Turn the programme selector dial from OFF to the programme you need Wash label Fabric Automatic Pre wash and Wash Programmes A White Cotton Heavy soil e Max Approximate dry load programme time 2 hours 30minutes 2 hours 40minutes B uf Cotton Heavy soil 1 hour 40minutes 1 hour 50minutes Wash Programmes c o ps White Cotton amp Linen without special finishes 2 hours 20minutes 2 hours 30minutes D Colourfast cotton linen or viscose without special finishes 2 hours 5minutes 2 hours 15minutes B IE Co Non colourfast cotton linen or viscose 1 hour 40minutes 1 hour 55minutes g Synthetics coloured nylon polyester acrylic and cotton mixtures cotton or viscose with special finishes coloured polyester and cotton mixtures 1 hour 5minutes 1 hour 15 minutes Acrylics acrylics and tri acetate blends of these
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