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Page 1: ...rds that have served our owners through some truly extraordinary conditions since our first models built in 1958 The seaworthiness and safety of your Grady White is highly dependent on the opera tion maintenance and care of your boat so please read this manual thoroughly and keep it around for reference If you need further explanation or hands on help don t hesitate to ask the people at your Grady...

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Page 3: ...nd Reading Material 2 6 CHAPTER 3 GENERAL INFORMATION 3 1 Fueling 3 1 Fuel System 3 2 Fuel Select Valve 3 2 Pollution Regulations 3 3 Discharge of Oil or Hazardous Substances 3 3 Disposal of Plastics or Garbage 3 3 Trailering 3 4 Predeparture 3 4 Approaching Leaving The Dock 3 4 Towing 3 4 Anchoring 3 4 Shallow Water 3 5 General Information On Boat Handling 3 5 Twin Engine Boats 3 6 Commonly Used ...

Page 4: ... And Zippers 6 4 Vinyl 6 4 Storage 6 4 Upholstery 6 5 Vinyl Polyethylene Plexiglas 6 5 Shower Sump 6 5 Scuppers 6 5 Caulking 6 5 Hardware Mounting 6 5 Hardware Hardtop Frame Stainless Steel Rails 6 6 Maintenance Procedure For Anodized Aluminum Components 6 6 Fuel Tank Compartment 6 6 Batteries 6 7 Antidote 6 7 Light Bulb Replacement Guide 6 8 Accessory Wiring Color Code And Fuse Breaker Size Chart...

Page 5: ...ll Raw Water 8 5 Cockpit Shower 8 5 Compass 8 5 Battery Select Switch 8 6 Trim Tabs 8 7 Trim Tab Pump Location 8 7 Head Operating Instructions 8 8 Hand Pump Marine Head Operation 8 8 Marine Electric Head Operation Optional Feature 8 8 Emptying Marine Head Holding Tank Using Overboard Discharge 8 8 Using Deck Pump out 8 8 Operation Of Optional Features 8 9 Dockside Power 8 9 Connecting The Dockside...

Page 6: ...utboard Switch Panel Wiring 8 17 Dockside Power 8 18 Hardtop Wiring 8 19 Head Layout Marine 8 20 Labels And Location 8 21 Livewell Washdown Systems 8 22 Pressurized Fresh Water System 8 23 Thru Hull Detail 8 24 CHAPTER 9 LIMITED WARRANTY 9 1 Registration Of Purchase 9 1 Five Year Hull Transferable Warranty 9 1 One Year Material And Workmanship Warranty 9 1 Warranty Claim Procedures 9 1 TRANSFERABL...

Page 7: ...ated on the next to last page of this manual Upon the pur chase of your new Grady White Boat the dealer will fill out a warranty card This card will be kept on file at the dealership and at the Grady White factory A copy will be provided for your records and should be kept with other valuable documents for future reference For questions regarding your warranty please contact your dealership DEALER...

Page 8: ... operation to the selling dealer for a 20 hour inspection Grady White Boats has a permanent record of your boat which is retained under its Hull Identification Number HIN Data regarding equipment and accessories as well as dealer ship ping information is documented When contacting your dealer concerning warranties or service please have all relevant information such as serial numbers HIN and model...

Page 9: ...ate hazards which will cause severe personal injury or death if the warning is ignored W A R N I N G This symbol alerts you to hazards or unsafe practices that could result in severe personal injury or death if the warning is ignored C A U T I O N This symbol alerts you to immediate hazards that could result in minor personal injury or cause product or property damage if the warning is ignored N O...

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Page 11: ...dition to the required safety equipment there are additional items that will provide an extra margin of safety and convenience for you and your passengers while boating For an extended list of basic gear tools and spare parts reference the pamphlet Sportfish Cruisers Yachts Owner s Manual enclosed with this manual Keep tools and spare parts in good condition Replace parts removed from spare parts ...

Page 12: ... Cruisers Yachts Owner s Manual Rendering Assistance The owner or operator of a vessel is required by law to render all practical or necessary assis tance to any person or vessel affected by collision accident or casualty However you are not required to endanger your vessel or passengers to render assistance Accident Reporting Report all boating accidents to your local authorities Federal regulati...

Page 13: ...rect supervision Instruct at least one passenger on the fundamentals of basic boating and safe operation in the event of an emergency While boating passengers should be settled in a safe position Use hand holds and rails for steadiness Do not allow bow transom or gunwale riding The captain is ultimately responsible for their passenger s safety Keep your boat speed under control Respect for other b...

Page 14: ...pacity for your boat This tag will also designate the max imum horsepower limit for an outboard You and your passengers will be in jeopardy and your warranty void if any of these stipulations are exceeded The capacity plate indicates maximum load under normal conditions The capacity plate does not release the operator from the accountability of rational judgment Allow yourself an extra margin in r...

Page 15: ... muscular twitching and an inability to think clearly If you or anyone else experience these symptoms immediately get away from fumes and into an area where plenty of FRESH air can be consumed If any symptoms from above persist seek medical attention Carbon monoxide can accumulate in cabins and under canvas If your boat is equipped with a canvas that encloses the aft cockpit and propulsion equipme...

Page 16: ... advise that you review the following publications Piloting Seamanship And Small Boat Handling Chapman Motor Boating and Sailing Post Office Box 2319 F D R Station New York New York 10022 Available on CD ROM Pleasure Boating And Seamanship US Coast Guard Auxiliary 306 Wilson Road Oaklands Newark Delaware 19711 Boatman s Handbook by Tom Bottomly Motor Boating and Sailing Post Office Box 2319 F D R ...

Page 17: ...er near During Fueling Observe all safety regulations for the safe handling of fuel Keep the fuel supply nozzle in contact with the fuel tank opening to prevent any static sparks After Fueling Secure the fuel cap and check fuel lines and connections for leakage Wash and clean up any spilled fuel Dispose of clean up rags or sponges on shore Do not store these clean up rags in the boat After fueling...

Page 18: ...gine itself If the problem goes away the source must be in the boat s fuel system One component that should be inspected if a restriction occurs is the anti siphon valve If fuel does not flow properly through this part it must be cleaned and or replaced DO NOT remove the anti siphon valve and replace with a regular barb FUEL SELECT VALVE If your boat is equipped with dual fuel tanks you will have ...

Page 19: ...OR GARBAGE The MARPOL ANNEX V is the Act to prevent pollution from ships and other vessels Fed eral regulations prohibit the discharge of plastic garbage anywhere in the marine environment Plastic includes but is not limited to synthetic fishing nets ropes lines straws six pack holders styrofoam cups and lids bottles buckets and plastic bags These regulations also restrict the dis posal of other t...

Page 20: ...n toward that object Reference procedures for approaching and leaving the dock in your publication of Sportfish Cruisers Yachts Owner s Manual TOWING In the event of a mishap or power loss you may need to tow a boat or be towed You should not tow a boat larger than your own Always use safety and good judgement when towing Never tow a boat if you are not equipped with the proper lines Passengers sh...

Page 21: ... and obtaining the best per formance from your boat is to practice and experiment After several hours of operation you should experiment with the throttle settings to discover the setting that will be the most comfort able and economical range for your particular load conditions We suggest that you make a speed and RPM chart to obtain the most economical operation Operate the boat at various speed...

Page 22: ...oard Moving ahead on one engine will cause the bow to swing away from the running engine side and to move forward at the same time Backing up with one engine will cause the bow to swing toward the running engine side and the boat to move backward Running one engine ahead and one engine astern will cause the boat to turn end for end in lit tle more than its own length Running both engines in the sa...

Page 23: ...n opening in the deck to provide access below Headroom vertical distance between the deck and cabin or can opy ceiling Hull major component that pro vides a watertight platform buoyant enough to float a craft and its load Keel the major longitudinal mem ber of a hull the lowest external portion of the boat Knot a measurement of speed equal to nautical miles per hour Lee the side that is sheltered ...

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Page 25: ...t days LOAD DISTRIBUTION A decrease in performance will be noted when gear equipment passengers and fuel are added This extra load will affect the performance of your boat according to the distribution of the weight Another type of extra load that could affect performance is the accumulation of water in the bilge Keep the bilge dry to eliminate this type problem MARINE GROWTH Maximum performance i...

Page 26: ... Owner s Packet ENGINE WARRANTY A warranty registration card is included with all engine manuals and should be completed and returned to the engine manufacturer as soon as possible N O T I C E Most drive units are equipped with an adjustable rudder trim tab This trim tab should be adjusted to balance the steering at the speed which you travel most frequently Varia tions in speed boat load or chang...

Page 27: ...rate in salt water areas lubrication is extremely impor tant and you should make frequent inspections for corrosion Hydraulic Steering Hydraulic steering systems not to be confused with power steering require regular preventa tive maintenance for continued safe and reliable operation The oil level in the helm pump must be maintained within acceptable operating levels A low oil level will allow air...

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Page 29: ...al indicating a fully charged battery Readings below 11 indicate a weak battery which may not start the engine A reading of 13 to 15 volts when the engine is running is normal Readings over 15 volts may indicate regulator problems Low or fluctuating readings may indicate loose connections or trouble in the regulator and alternator circuit Clock This feature is battery powered and may need to be re...

Page 30: ...ITAL TACHOMETER Oil Level Warning Light Refer to your engine owner s manual for information regarding oil level and warning light Revolutions Per Minute Rpm s Consult your engine Owner s Manual for the recommended operating RPM range Trim This feature indicates the angle of thrust of the lower unit of the engine See Trim on page 4 2 for adjustment recommendations DIGITAL FUEL MANAGEMENT GAUGE Econ...

Page 31: ... questions on the accessories included on you boat More detailed descriptions of switch functions are located in Chapter 8 of this manual washdown bilge fwd cockpit lights nav anc horn wipers livewell acc bilge aft acc fuel main aux water pressure this represents a generic switch panel layout actual panels will differ depending on the model of boat and the optional equipment included during manufa...

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Page 33: ...RIOR FIBERGLASS FINISH The exterior finish of your Grady White is a thin layer of resin with a finished color pigment called gelcoat It is used for cosmetic purposes and makes routine maintenance relatively simple Although gelcoat has a hard smooth surface it does contain microscopic pores that will allow sur face discoloration if not kept clean MAINTENANCE Normal exterior finish maintenance of yo...

Page 34: ...wet or dry sandpaper ALWAYS SAND IN ONE DIRECTION Use plenty of water and sand curves in the same direction Dry the area to make sure all the discoloration has been removed Repeat this process if necessary Buff using a polishing compound suitable for fiberglass an electric buffer 1750 1800 RPM and an 8 inch lamb wool pad When buffing is complete wash away compound with clear water then dry Once th...

Page 35: ...never necessary We suggest the use of an epoxy barrier coat to be applied in conjunction with the anti fouling paint to help prevent blistering For more information see your local dealer GRADY DRIVES Moisture may enter the engine bracket so a drain has been provided Any moisture entering the bracket should drain to the bottom The drain plug should be removed periodically to drain the bracket The G...

Page 36: ...ed by IOSSO part number 10909 should be applied per the manufacturer s directions during the initial use of your canvas and cushions The lubricant should be reapplied every 3 months or sooner depending on your boating envi ronment and usage The snap zipper assist tool included in your owner s packet should be used whenever you remove the canvas cushions or operate the zippers to prevent damaging o...

Page 37: ...ontains a filter that should be rinsed with clean water The filter should always be installed when using the shower to prevent the sump pump from becoming clogged SCUPPERS Grady White boats have self bailing cockpits meaning that water on the cockpit floor drains by gravity through large aft scuppers not into the bilge The aft drains scuppers have an external scupper flap assembly that restricts t...

Page 38: ...n this area will allow contaminates that attack the anodized aluminum to remain on the frame For maximum protection coat parts with a non abrasive metal protector The best protectors will displace moisture remove contaminates and leave a wax film protecting the anodized alumi num Follow the application guidelines for the product you choose A sample of one metal protec tor has been provided with yo...

Page 39: ...mes and cigarettes away Ventilate when charging or using in an enclosed space KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN This is not a complete set of guidelines it is your responsibility to safely maintain your batteries and avoid injury Use good judgement and remain alert to prevent an accident In the event of an accident or exposure immediately reference these guidelines then seek prompt medical advice or a...

Page 40: ...MAST LIGHT COCKPIT LIGHT READING LIGHT FOR CABIN COMBINATION BOWLIGHT SEPARATE SIDE BOWLIGHTS INTERIOR CABIN LIGHT STERN POLE LIGHT REDUCED GLARE WINDSHIELD MASTLIGHT DOME LIGHT NIGHT VISION DOME LIGHT LIGHT MANF PERKO LIGHT MANF RAMCO LIGHT MANF PERKO LIGHT MANF PERKO LIGHT MANF GUEST LIGHT MANF ATTWOOD LIGHT MANF ATTWOOD LIGHT MANF GEM LIGHT MANF ATTWOOD REPLACEMENT BULB RAMCO 286 OR REPLACEMENT...

Page 41: ...E BROWN 5 0 ACCESSORY PANEL RULE 1100 GPH 16 GA ORANGE BROWN 6 0 ACCESSORY PANEL IN LINE MACERATOR PUMP 10 GA ORANGE GRAY 20 0 ACCESSORY PANEL HEAD PUMP ELECTRIC 10 GA RED GRAY OR RED 25 0 FUSE BLOCK MACERATOR PUMP MARINE HEAD 10 GA ORG GRY 25 0 ACCESSORY PANEL MISCELLANEOUS HORN 12 GA ORANGE WHITE 10 0 ACCESSORY PANEL WINDSHIELD WIPER ACTUATOR STARBOARD 16 GA ORANGE BLACK SINGLE 5 0 ACCESSORY PAN...

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Page 43: ...ting they should be in proper condi tion and tied together to prevent any movement separating or slipping which could cause dam age to the boat If tow motors are used to move the boat the forks should be padded and in a secure location under the hull near the chine The forks should be long enough to prevent the boat from rocking forward and aft causing it to become unbalanced When storing your boa...

Page 44: ...that lubricates and protects metals for months T 9 can be used to protect deck hardware engines electronics and fishing tackle DRAINING WATER SYSTEM Remove the garboard drain plug to keep the bilge dry Store your boat with the bow elevated for drainage Drain all water tanks lines and pumps to prevent freeze damage The fresh water system may be drained by running any faucet until the tank is empty ...

Page 45: ...any detachable and valuable equipment such as electronics Store all electronics inside Your compass if built in should be covered for the winter Ultraviolet rays from the sun will cloud the compass and make it difficult to read Winterize all equipment as directed in the manufacturer s manuals Store cushions indoors to prevent mildew Clean the exterior and interior of the boat Remove all grease oil...

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Page 47: ...G TYPE HYDRAULIC TILT CONTROL CABLE LENGTH PORT 24 STBD 22 MAXIMUM CAPACITIES PERSONS 10 OR 1380 LBS WEIGHT 3700 LBS MAXIMUM HP 500 HP OPTIONAL FEATURE LIST ACCESSORIES Anchor windlass Bow lifting ring Convenience Package Battery Charger Dockside power w galvanic isolator Micro wave Oven Water Heater 6 gallon 120V Hardtop w radio box spreader lights Hardtop rod holders Head marine w electric flush...

Page 48: ...rim tilt switch is located on the throttle control Trim changes the angle of thrust of the engine reference Trim on page 4 2 Tilt raises the drive unit for trailering Trim Tab These switches control the hydraulic trim tabs used for adjusting the attitude of the boat See Trim Tabs on page 8 7 for more details Washdown This switch activates the washdown system Water Pressure This switch activates th...

Page 49: ...anel If this breaker is tripped depressing the red button will reset it ACCESSORY OUTLET 12 VOLT Two 12 volt outlets are installed on your 265 These outlets provide easily accessible power supplies for accessories such as cellular phones and spotlights RIGGING COMPARTMENT The rigging compartment is located under the small rigging lid in front of the motorwell The livewell washdown and aft bilge pu...

Page 50: ... bilge pumps One is located in the aft bilge under the access plates in the motorwell and the other is in the cabin under the sole floor This pump can be reached through the access plate in the cabin floor SEACOCKS Ball valve seacocks are installed on the inlet thru hulls for the livewell and washdown sys tems and on the inlet and discharge thru hulls for the head system It is necessary for the se...

Page 51: ... water will rise to a depth even with the strainer on the standpipe and drain overboard COCKPIT SHOWER The cockpit shower is located at the starboard helm sink To operate the cockpit shower the water pressure switch located on the accessory panel must be in the on position Pull the shower wand from the deck fitting Depress the lever on the back of the wand to spray water intermit tently Pull up on...

Page 52: ...ted you should return the switch to the 1 or 2 position An outboard engine should be connected to each battery select switch Either engine may be started with either battery bank by selecting position 1 or position 2 on the select switches In normal use select position 1 on the starboard switch and position 2 on the port switch so that both battery banks will be charged simultaneously when the eng...

Page 53: ...oward bow down to correct a starboard list This will lower the bow by pulling the higher side to a level position If your bow is already in a low posi tion you may correct a listing condition by pressing the trim tab switch toward bow up This will cause the low side to rise and level the boat improving the running angle Trim tabs in the extreme bow up positions will have no effect on the boat s ri...

Page 54: ... by turning the flush control knob clockwise on the pump beside the bowl Turn the flush control knob counter clockwise to remove most of the water from the bowl EMPTYING MARINE HEAD HOLDING TANK USING OVERBOARD DISCHARGE 1 Open the marine head discharge seacock handle in the vertical position This seacock under the access plate in the cabin floor on the starboard side of the keel 2 Press the SHOW ...

Page 55: ... the dock 3 Turn all AC panel switches including the MAIN to the OFF position Turn the circuit breaker under the starboard deckwing to OFF Turn the circuit breaker at the dock outlet to OFF 4 Connect the dockside power cable at the boat inlet first 5 Connect the dockside power cable at the dock outlet and turn the dock outlet circuit breaker to ON 6 Turn the circuit breaker under the starboard dec...

Page 56: ...witch This switch activates the six gallon water heater Microwave An outlet has been designated for microwave use only Read instructions in the manufacturer s Operating Manual before using your microwave Outlet Switches This breaker provides power to three electrical outlets The head outlet located in the cabinet of the head compartment is a duplex ground fault receptacle and is equipped with a co...

Page 57: ...ger area behind the boat plac ing bait out of the wake zone automatic drop back following strikes which allows for fish to completely accept bait and a reduction in unnecessary twisting action characteristic of artifi cial bait Instructions For proper installation and use reference the instruction sheet included in your Owner s Packet Care And Maintenance Outriggers should be washed with fresh wat...

Page 58: ...265 EXPRESS 8 12 AC INLET AND RECEPTACLE WIRING SCHEMATIC AND WARNING LABEL ...

Page 59: ...265 EXPRESS 8 13 AC PANEL PLUGGED ...

Page 60: ...ATIONS 1 1 4 x 63 PVC 1 1 4 x 103 PVC 1 1 4 x 14 PVC 1 1 4 x 49 PVC 1 1 4 x 73 PVC 1 1 4 x 30 PVC 2 x 67 1 2 PVC 6 X 11 RECTANGULAR ACCESS PLATE 3 x 36 PVC QTY 2 1 1 4 x 34 PVC 2 x 31 PVC 1 1 4 x 66 PVC 3 x 66 1 2 PVC QTY 2 1 1 4 x 14 PVC 3 x 75 PVC 6 ...

Page 61: ...er supply freshwater pump cockpit light fuel fills grn blu red a org blu b brn org c brn red d brn blk a b c d 10 GA ORG to battery select aux fuel tank grn pink grn pink wht plug to hardtop harness fuel grd grn qty 3 oil tank omc merc only cb 6 ga red brn wht lt blue oil tank omc merc only to battery select brn red red pink lt blu wht brn wht float switch bilge pump washdown pump livewell pump or...

Page 62: ...ITCHES FEED PORT ENGINE CRANKING LEAD STBD ENGINE CRANKING LEAD FEED B A T T E R Y 2 B A T T E R Y 1 AFT FLOAT FWD FLOAT 10A 10A MEMORY 4A MAIN ACCY GROUND STBD ENGINE GROUND FUEL GROUND PORT ENGINE GROUND MAIN 40A BATTERY CHARGER OPTIONAL 15A 15A ...

Page 63: ...ORANGE ORANGE ORANGE ORANGE BLACK BLACK BLACK BLUE BLUE BLUE GRY RED GRY DK BLUE COCKPIT LIGHTS BROWN AFT BILGE PUMP MANUAL ON ORANGE BROWN LIVEWELL ORG BLK STBD WIPER BRN BLK FWD BILGE PUMP MANUAL ON GRAY RED MAST LIGHT DK BLUE GAUGE LIGHTS ORG WHT HORN ORG WIPER POSITIONING GRY BOW LIGHTS FUEL SWITCH BLUE BLACK PINK WHT AUX TANK SENDER PINK GAUGE PINK MAIN TANK SENDER ...

Page 64: ...265 EXPRESS 8 18 DOCKSIDE POWER ...

Page 65: ...5 EXPRESS 8 19 HARDTOP WIRING GRAY RED 10 GA RED HULL HARNESS 10 GA BLK 10 GA RED BLU MAST LIGHT FUSE BLOCK DOME LIGHT 14 GA BLU WHT SPREADER LIGHTS HELM POWER SUPPLY HELM TERMINAL BLOCK HARDTOP RADIO BOX ...

Page 66: ...265 EXPRESS 8 20 HEAD LAYOUT MARINE PUMP WITH MACERATOR HOLDING TANK INLET SEACOCK RAW WATER DISCHARGE SEACOCK VENTED LOOP EXTERIOR VENT VENTED LOOP DECK PUMPOUT HEAD WITH PUMP CHINA BOWL ...

Page 67: ...265 EXPRESS 8 21 LABELS AND LOCATION ...

Page 68: ...265 EXPRESS 8 22 LIVEWELL WASHDOWN SYSTEMS WASHDOWN PUMP WASHDOWN SEACOCK LIVEWELL PUMP AND SEACOCK CHECK VALVE WASHDOWN OUTLET LIVEWELL INLET OVERFLOW DRAIN OVERFLOW DRAIN THRU HULL STRAINER ...

Page 69: ...IN SHOWER SUMP THRU HULL SINK DRAIN COMBINES WITH OTHER DRAINS BEFORE EXITING THE HULL FILL VENT COCKPIT SINK SHOWER DRAIN PUMP 20 GALLON WATERTANK STRAINER GALLEY SINK SHOWER SUMP TO WINDSHIELD WASHER HEAD SINK SINK DRAIN THRU HULL CHECK VALVE WATER HEATER ...

Page 70: ...265 EXPRESS 8 24 THRU HULL DETAIL A FWD BILGE B SINK SHOWER SUMP C COOLER DRAIN D LIVEWELL DRAIN OVERFLOW E AFT BILGE F ICEBOX FISHBOX SINK DRAIN G HEAD VENT H HEAD SINK I SCUPPERS ...

Page 71: ...retail purchaser Necessary repairs under this warranty will be made free of charge at Grady White s factory in Greenville North Carolina or at an authorized Grady White dealer as elected by Grady White Transportation to and from the point of repair will be the responsibility of the owner with all repairs subject to prior written authorization NO BOAT OR PART THEREOF IS TO BE SENT TO THE GRADY WHIT...

Page 72: ...LIMITED WARRANTY 9 2 revised 6 99 ...

Page 73: ..._____________________________ Date Purchased ________________ About Your Boat 1 What type of power is your boat equipped with Single OB Dual OB Inboard Outboard 2 What engine brand does your boat have Johnson Mercury Evinrude Yamaha Volvo Other 3 Engine horsepower total if twin power ________ 4 Is your new Grady White the first boat you ve ever owned Yes Please skip to question 5a No Please tell u...

Page 74: ...g Sportfishing Boating World Florida Sportsman Power Motoryacht Wall Street Journal Boats U S Offshore Saltwater Sportsman Other ____________________ 10 What is your age Under 25 25 34 35 44 45 54 55 64 65 or older 11 Which of the following best describes your educational background Some High School Some College or Technical Some Post Graduate Work High School Graduate College Graduate Post Gradua...

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