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Summary of Contents for King Aire Diesel Pusher 2013

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Page 2: ...in the strength of steel and aluminum We fill it with beautiful durable hardwoods and select name brand appliances and components then build it on chassis that are icons in the fire truck and RV indus...

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Page 4: ...ide Information Placards and Labels Information Sheet Appliance Data Label Weight Information Weighing the Unit GENERAL TIRE INFORMATION 18 Tire Nomenclature Tire Inflation Information Tire Size IMPOR...

Page 5: ...ches Headlamps and Parking Brake Power Seat Operation Rear Vision System Side View Cameras Trip Tek Monitoring System Sony In Dash Stereo CD Changer Navigation System Buddy Screen Pass Side Nav Monito...

Page 6: ...nal Princess Recessed Cook Top Princess Electric Cook Top optional GE Microwave Convection Oven GE Advantium Microwave Convection Oven optional Hydraulic Leveling Jacks Air Leveling Hydraulic Leveling...

Page 7: ...L EXTENSION AND RETRACTION 61 Chapter 6 EXTERIOR FEATURES EXTERIOR FEATURES 63 Hitch Exterior Sides Basement Storage Compartments Exterior Entertainment Center Security Lights Electric Steps Mirrors R...

Page 8: ...All Electric King Aire Chapter 8 PLUMBING BATH FEATURES FRESH WATER SYSTEM 109 Kitchen Sink Bath Sink Shower Accessories Multiplex Touch Screen Monitor Panel Water Pump Operation Water Pump Exterior W...

Page 9: ...V Bedroom TV Surround Sound Theater System Exterior Entertainment Center Power Lift Antennae Bose Wave Radio In Motion Satellite System Chapter 10 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE EXTERIOR CARE 127 Washing your RV...

Page 10: ...2013 King Aire Diesel Pusher by Newmar 9 Condensation ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 135 Monthly Every Three 3 Months Every Six 6 Months Annually COLD WEATHER USE 136...

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Page 12: ...inal inspection at the factory is not to be the last one The pre delivery inspection and systems check your dealer performs are the final inspections done to the unit prior to you receiving your new c...

Page 13: ...il you have done this NOTE The sales literature versus actual specifics to the vehicle s measurements weights or quantities may vary C Ask questions about anything that you do not understand concernin...

Page 14: ...u believe that your vehicle has a significant defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA and Newmar Corp...

Page 15: ...e terms are WARNING Emphasizes an area in which personal injury or even death could result from failure to follow instructions properly Mechanical damage may also occur CAUTION Failure to observe a ca...

Page 16: ...e or ordering parts through your Newmar Dealer or Service Center Also listed is the Vehicle Identification Number VIN The VIN is the legal identification of the completed vehicle and is used by the st...

Page 17: ...ssories CCC Cargo Carrying Capacity is equal to GVWR minus each of the following UVW full fresh potable water weight including water heater full Propane Gas weight and SCWR GVW Gross Vehicle Weight is...

Page 18: ...he unit 2 Move the unit so that the front wheels are off the scales as shown in Fig 2 Record the weight This is the total weight of the unit except for the front axle This weight should not exceed the...

Page 19: ...e the vehicle within the capacity parameters outlined in the detailed tire inflation information Failure to follow and monitor tire pressure guide lines closely can result in premature tire failure Ti...

Page 20: ...TIRE FAILURE WHICH UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCE CAN CAUSE LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL OR ACCIDENTS THAT MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE BODILY INJURY AND OR DEATH For safe operation and maximum weight carryin...

Page 21: ...nternational 562 404 8111 Navigation Mito 888 433 6486 Roof Vent FanTastic Vent Corp 800 521 0298 Ventline 574 848 4491 Security System Tri Mark 800 447 0343 Stereo Dash Mito 888 433 6486 Stereo Sony...

Page 22: ...e 888 772 3600 Inverter Converter Magnum 425 353 8833 Generators Onan 800 888 6626 Exterior Awning Hardware A E 800 544 4881 Carefree of Colorado 800 621 2617 Girard 800 382 8442 Jacks CA DP H W H Cor...

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Page 24: ...vent should be checked and filled if necessary i Disconnect the unit and store the sewer and water supply hoses as well as shoreline power cords i Secure all cargo in the storage compartments in the e...

Page 25: ...d terrain The readings are an approximation of the remaining fuel in the tank Front Air Tank Displays the air pressure in the front air tank The normal operating range for this air system is 90 125 PS...

Page 26: ...evision antennae NOT the DSS satellite dish are in the extended position It will turn off when the TV antenna is retracted completely into the travel position There is no accompanying alarm with this...

Page 27: ...cessary to comply with Government Emissions Standards there are changes in the way you operate and maintain your diesel powertrain that you may not be aware of Reviewing the information provided here...

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Page 29: ...2013 King Aire Diesel Pusher by Newmar 28 Telltale Warning Light Information...

Page 30: ...ver to telescope the steering wheel position in or out again to provide for greater comfort and an unimpaired view of the gauges The right side bottom switch moves the brake and throttle pedals under...

Page 31: ...ing after dark 4 Courtesy Lights floor mounted pathway lighting 5 Generator Start Stop starts and stops generator 6 Step Cover folds entrance steps to form a platform for pass side foot rest 7 Drivers...

Page 32: ...heating system 2 Overhead Fans turns on the fans in the front overhead cabinet to circulate air across the windshield 3 Fan Speed selects speed of front overhead fans Left Side Dash Switches 1 Fog Lig...

Page 33: ...to three different driving positions into a memory 4 Engine Brake Switch operates engine brake Hi and Low selectable 5 Tag Axle Dump bleeds the air out of the tag axle suspension to place more weight...

Page 34: ...ks power locking for the entrance and basement doors 7 Passenger Side HVAC Control Panel allows passenger to tailor the dash HVAC to their comfort Headlamps and Parking Brake To the left of the instru...

Page 35: ...signal is activated the monitor will switch to display that side of the unit If the rear vision monitor is turned on manually you can toggle through the cameras by using the Camera Select source butt...

Page 36: ...cluded with your King Aire literature Buddy Screen Pass Side Nav Monitor optional As an option for the Pioneer Navigation system a second monitor for the navigation system is available for the passeng...

Page 37: ...ires and or asphyxiation i Seats equipped with seat belts are the only ones to be used while the vehicle is in motion i While the vehicle is in motion all seats should be locked in the forward facing...

Page 38: ...may not be able to hold you in place during a crash Do wear the lap belt low on the hips two to four inches below the waist and against the thighs The strong bones of the hips can absorb the forces ex...

Page 39: ...when you need it Buckle the child into the restraint exactly as the manufacturer s instructions tell you MAINTAIN YOUR RESTRAINT SYSTEM Periodically examine your restraint equipment to be sure it fun...

Page 40: ...omes the amount of oxygen supply is limited due to the size of the recreation vehicle and proper ventilation when using the cooking appliance s avoids dangers of asphyxiation It is especially importan...

Page 41: ...nformation A warning label has been placed near the Propane gas container This label reads WARNING DO NOT FILL CONTAINER S TO MORE THAN 80 PERCENT OF CAPACITY Overfilling the Propane gas container can...

Page 42: ...as service technician Do not adjust the regulator It is factory preset Adjustments are to be made by a qualified Propane service technician using specialized equipment Propane gas regulators must alwa...

Page 43: ...be exercised when they are handled They must be maintained as the operator s manual instructs for proper and safe operation The extinguisher should be inspected at least once a month More frequent ins...

Page 44: ...issipate and evacuate the vehicle until the alarm has stopped The CO detector can be cleaned by vacuuming the openings in the side of the case Smoke Detector The battery powered smoke detector is moun...

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Page 46: ...the passenger side of the vehicle APPLIANCES AND ACCESSORIES Generator WARNING All internal combustion engines give off carbon monoxide as a byproduct of their exhaust Carbon monoxide is a colorless o...

Page 47: ...ker switch on the dash from the remote start switch on the generator itself or from a third switch located by the bed in the bedroom To start the Genset rock the switch to the start position Depending...

Page 48: ...ture bag This literature provides detailed direction on operation care and maintenance of your new appliance Norcold Side by Side Refrigerator optional The Norcold Side by Side Refrigerator w Water Di...

Page 49: ...layed press the knob to lock your selection in Repeat the procedure to set the correct minutes and again press the knob in to lock the minutes into the display Using the same knob select AM or PM on t...

Page 50: ...leveling of the unit when overnight camping in a parking lot for example for basic comfort and convenience Please note that while this will bring the unit to a relatively level stance while on slightl...

Page 51: ...o insure that they have fully retracted and the underside of your unit is ready for travel Security System optional Your King Aire may be equipped with an optional security system This system uses a v...

Page 52: ...2013 King Aire Diesel Pusher by Newmar 51 Keyless Entry...

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Page 54: ...onvenient storage area Once the bed platform is lifted it is held open by pressurized struts to allow hands free access A countertop with a color coordinated edge is installed in the kitchen To clean...

Page 55: ...floorplan of your unit a built in booth style dinette may be installed or a hidden leaf dinette table This table allows you to add more room to your table top when desired Two fixed chairs and two fo...

Page 56: ...controls There is a remote control for each side of the bed and the two sides can be adjusted independently Push the up arrow button to inflate that side of the bed and the down arrow button to defla...

Page 57: ...hed cleaning with a soft dry cloth Window Treatment The window treatments throughout this unit except in the kitchen are pleated window shades and lambrequins These shades are power operated via the t...

Page 58: ...by Newmar 57 Safe Located under the bed base is a built in fire resistant safe box file cabinet This is accessed by raising the bed base mattress platform The key for the lock is included with your u...

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Page 60: ...oth in this Owners Guide and on ALL the labels affixed inside your unit PRIOR to operating your slide out room s Your unit will contain labels with very specific operating and safety information There...

Page 61: ...nd begins when you press the button to extend or retract the slide out room WARNING Before extending the slide out make certain that there is a minimum of five 5 feet of clear space on the slide outsi...

Page 62: ...the slide out rollers under the floor regularly as dirt may adhere to the rubber coating on these rollers and cause damage to hard surface flooring Such damage is not covered under warranty These rol...

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Page 64: ...that create leverage loads on the hitch receiver beyond its designed capabilities Exterior Sides The sidewalls and end caps of your unit are constructed of smooth fiberglass which is features an autom...

Page 65: ...in dash stereo The LCD TV in the exterior entertainment center can be played through the exterior stereo Press the source button on the stereo until the audio program from the TV is heard Security Li...

Page 66: ...rear view mirrors The top portion of the mirror is flat providing conventional reflected views down the sides of the RV while the bottom portion is convex to provide an expanded view helping to elimi...

Page 67: ...exterior side view mirrors feature small cameras that provide a view down the side of your unit facing backward The Rear Vision system will automatically switch to the appropriate camera left or righ...

Page 68: ...also powered by 12 volt electricity This vent is identical to the one installed in the kitchen and provides positive power ventilation to quickly clear the air in the bathroom area of your King Aire...

Page 69: ...g can be retracted manually On top of the awning at the back of the front awning and the front of the rear awning there is a Manual Override that you can employ to retract the awning see illustration...

Page 70: ...ms to minimize the possibility of damage Oasis Entry Door Awning The Oasis entry door awning is a power operated awning To extend the awning press the Extend button on the switch plate To retract it p...

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Page 72: ...NING Use of Adapter cords with the RV shore power cord All Newmar units are manufactured with either a 30 or 50 amp electrical breaker box and electrical system A unit with a shore power cord that has...

Page 73: ...d into a shore power outlet at a campground and the generator is started the automatic transfer switch will default to the generator circuit To connect the unit to 110 volt shore power first make sure...

Page 74: ...from the dash switch or remotely started at the generator itself Located on the generator remote start panel at the generator are two main breakers for the two output legs of the generator wiring Plea...

Page 75: ...our generator Because they use DC power from the batteries to do that energy consumption from those batteries is high and increases significantly as more appliances are added to the load To extend bat...

Page 76: ...on of the control system and may cause damage to the coach The following is a list of the control and system status screens available on the Newmar SilverLeaf Control System Touch Screen Display SYSTE...

Page 77: ...The button indicator will highlight when the generator is running i AUTOFILL Button Pressing this button will turn on the Auto Fill feature The button indicator will be light blue when the Auto Fill i...

Page 78: ...the Load Shed Button located on this screen AC POWER SCREENS LOAD SHED MANAGEMENT SCREEN The Load Management Screen displays the Shore Power Phase setting Single Phase 30 Amps and less Service Dual P...

Page 79: ...Dual Phase Amperage This setting sets the Load Shedding Amperage value for the Dual Phase selection This should normally be set 50 Amps AC POWER SCREENS LOAD SETTING SCREEN 2 The second Load Setting s...

Page 80: ...tery and Inverter Icons indicate the direction of the current flow The current amperage value is displayed below the arrows The inverter status is displayed inside the Inverter Icon DC POWER SCREENS M...

Page 81: ...er i Max Charger Rate Percentage i This is the maximum of AC current amperage used to recharge the batteries DC POWER SCREENS MAGNUM STATUS SCREEN The DC Power Settings Magnum Status Screen displays t...

Page 82: ...y affect the operation of the control system and may cause damage to the coach DC POWER SCREENS MAGNUM ADVANCED SETTINGS SCREEN 1 This Magnum Advanced Settings Screen has the following Configuration V...

Page 83: ...is the DC Voltage that will be output when the charger is in Absorption Mode i Absorption Time Hr This is the amount of time that the charger will stay in Absorption Mode i Float Volts DC Voltage This...

Page 84: ...th the addition of the LP tank fill status CLIMATE SCREENS CLIMATE ALL SCREEN The Climate Screens are used to display the status and control the HVAC systems The Climate All Screen displays the combin...

Page 85: ...r by Newmar 84 CLIMATE LVRM SCREEN The Climate LvRm Screen displays the Heating and Cooling controls for Living Room zone CLIMATE KITCH SCREEN The Climate Kitch Screen displays the Heating and Cooling...

Page 86: ...yed on this screen CLIMATE BED SCREEN The Climate Bed Screen displays the Heating controls for Bedroom zone CLIMATE OASIS SCREEN The Oasis Screen is accessed from the Oasis Button displayed in the Cli...

Page 87: ...is accessed from the Floor Button located on the Main Screen This screen controls the Floor Heat Zones by means of the slider bars or the up and down arrows and is only available on systems with the F...

Page 88: ...ion Screens FEATURES SCREENS SCREEN 2 Screen 2 allows access to the following features i View AC Power History Button Accesses the AC Power History Screen i Auto Fill Configuration Button Accesses the...

Page 89: ...ation Button Accesses the Auto Fill Configuration Screens i Floor Heat Configuration Button Accesses the Floor Heat Configuration Screen i Warnings Configuration Button Accesses the Warnings Configura...

Page 90: ...ountdown Timer functions Pressing the Alarm Button will take you to the Alarm Clock page On this page are two scroll bars that allow you to set the time that you want the alarm to sound There is also...

Page 91: ...This second Systems Diagnostics Screen is accessed by pressing the Next Button located on the first Systems Diagnostics Screen or from the Prev Button located on third Systems Diagnostics Screen This...

Page 92: ...or Configuration Screen is accessed by pressing the Next Button located on the first Monitor Configuration Screen or from the Prev Button located on third Monitor Configuration Screen This Screen allo...

Page 93: ...on Screen This Screen allows you to set the following Monitor Functions i Button Color Multiple Colors Select using the Up Down Arrows i Speaker None Click or Beep Select using the Up Down Arrows i Sp...

Page 94: ...System Installed Set to None Select using the Up Down Arrows i Primary Furnace Installed Set to Oasis Basic Select using the Up Down Arrows FEATURES MONITOR CONFIGURATION SCREEN 6 This sixth Monitor...

Page 95: ...sing the Up Down Arrows i Tile Heat System Installed Set to TM 220 Timed if Floor Heat is installed Select using the Up Down Arrows i Autotemp AGS Installed Set to Autotemp for Temperature Autogen Con...

Page 96: ...ously set settings Pressing the Restart HMS Button will reboot the display Generally a Restart is required after any setting changes have been made In some cases the changes will take effect without a...

Page 97: ...opoff Volts DC Voltage Select using the Up Down Arrows i Topoff Run Time min Time Set Select using the Up Down Arrows FEATURES AUTO GENSTART CONFIGURATION SCREENS AGS SCREEN 3 This third Autogen Confi...

Page 98: ...Up Down Arrows i Exerciser Start Time Time of Day Select using the Up Down Arrows i Autocharger Max Run Time min Time Setting Select using the Up Down Arrows FEATURES AUTO GENSTART CONFIGURATION SCREE...

Page 99: ...ll Configuration screen is accessed by pressing the Autofill Configuration Button located on the Features Configuration Screen or by pressing the Prev Button located on the second Autofill Configurati...

Page 100: ...FLOOR HEAT CONFIGURATION SCREEN This Floor Heat Configuration Screen is accessed by pressing the Floor Heat Configuration Button located on the Features Configuration Screen This screen is only availa...

Page 101: ...ows FEATURES WARNINGS CONFIGURATION SCREEN 2 This second Warnings Configuration screen is accessed by pressing the Next Button located on the first Warnings Configuration screen This screen allows you...

Page 102: ...ack Tank Sensor Dry Point FEATURES CLIMATE CALIBRATION SCREENS FEATURES CLIMATE CALIBRATION SCREEN 1 This first Climate Setting screen is accessed by pressing the Climate Configuration Button located...

Page 103: ...rows i Zone 3 Name Set to Bath Select using the Up Down Arrows i Zone 4 Name Set to Bed Select using the Up Down Arrows FEATURES CLIMATE CALIBRATION SCREEN 3 This third Climate Setting screen is acces...

Page 104: ...fourth Climate Setting screen or by the Left Up Arrow on the sixth Climate Setting screen This screen controls the following i Heat Instance 1 Set to 1 Select using the Up Down Arrows i Heat Instance...

Page 105: ...at Instance 4 Set to 167 Select using the Up Down Arrows FEATURES CLIMATE CALIBRATION SCREEN 8 This eight Climate Setting screen is accessed by pressing the Left Down Arrow on the seventh Climate Sett...

Page 106: ...COMPONENT VERSIONS SCREEN This Component Versions screen is accessed by pressing the Components Versions Button located on the Features Configuration Screen This screen displays all of the RV C Modul...

Page 107: ...t allows the two separate battery systems to be tied together for charging purposes or for boosting purposes if one set of batteries is low In transit the alternator on the engine is the power source...

Page 108: ...start up and operating functions It is recommended that these circuits be serviced ONLY by a trained Spartan chassis technician The first basement compartment aft of the right rear tires houses the ch...

Page 109: ...re If your King Aire is equipped with the All Electric option it is designed to operate solely on electricity and will have no Propane gas tank or Propane fired appliances Additional changes will incl...

Page 110: ...ergents and a soft cloth Avoid using SOS type cleaning pads because they may scratch the surface The faucet in the kitchen is a single handle faucet with a pullout spout Bath Sink Shower Accessories U...

Page 111: ...throom on the monitor panel and in the water works compartment To start the pump follow these instructions 1 Fill or partially fill the fresh water supply tank 2 Open the kitchen and bathroom faucets...

Page 112: ...and an exterior water spigot where a conventional garden style hose can be connected City Water Connection Hose Reel The city water connection is made with the white hose on the red reel in the left...

Page 113: ...owering turn on the Oasis boiler or heating elements using the E Plex Touch Screen controls located in the front overhead cabinet Both heat sources boiler and heating elements can be used at the same...

Page 114: ...boratory The drainage system uses plastic piping and fittings connected to the sinks toilet and holding tanks This provides for their drainage to an outside termination The unit should be reasonably l...

Page 115: ...rpet because it may cause a permanent stain Add water to the toilet and add chemical to mix with the toilet water Continue run water into the toilet and through down to the tank until at least one inc...

Page 116: ...gray water tank Doing this helps to flush the black water from the sewage hose When both of the tanks are empty flush them with a fresh water rinse before you close the valves The gray tanks are easi...

Page 117: ...l water supply then to the Sewage Tank Rinse connection Attach the sewer drain hose to the outlet and place the open end in an approved sewer Dump Station Open the sewer drain gate valve Turn on the e...

Page 118: ...t get antifreeze in a later step 5 Go to exterior refrigerator service panel and access the water valve solenoid Remove supply line and flex line to ice maker Drain both lines until no more water come...

Page 119: ...solution to administer one gallon of solution for every 15 gallons of tank capacity For sanitizing this unit prepare 4 1 2 gallons of the chlorine solution This mixture puts a 50 PPM parts per millio...

Page 120: ...taste or odor that might remain prepare a solution of one quart vinegar to five gallons of water Allow this solution to agitate in the tank by vehicle motion Drain the solution and refill the tank wit...

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Page 122: ...refer to the manufacturer s information located in the literature bags that were provided with your unit The Harmony Universal Remote To simplify operation of the various electronic components in you...

Page 123: ...navigate through the screens until you come upon the LISTEN TO RADIO function Press the button that corresponds with this activity This will activate all components needed to listen to a CD If you hav...

Page 124: ...ound Sound Home Theater has been incorporated into your King Aire to bring the movie experience to life by placing you in the middle of the action Located throughout your unit are five speakers and a...

Page 125: ...wer the antennae mast To operate the system locate the switch panel in the passenger side front overhead cabinet When using the antennae raise and lower it to full extension Once the antenna is fully...

Page 126: ...ified satellite Once the satellite is acquired the antennae gyro constantly monitors vehicle motion and position to keep the dish pointed at the satellite at all times If your unit is equipped with Hi...

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Page 128: ...shampoo as it will not leave a film on the coach Adding of a cup of food grade vinegar to the water will boost the cleaning ability of any cleaner and also soften the water This also helps to minimiz...

Page 129: ...t only improves the appearance of the vehicle but it also protects the finish against oxidation and corrosive materials The recommended type of wax is one that is compatible with painted or gel coated...

Page 130: ...is no leakage during the cleaning process Any cracks or voids in the sealants and seals MUST be repaired prior to spraying the roof with water The surface of the fiberglass roof has a gel coat finish...

Page 131: ...the electrical system Remember that when batteries are not used for an extended period of time they may lose their charge Periodic charging of the batteries during storage of the unit will increase t...

Page 132: ...ater is recommended 2 Use a 100 cotton cloth dipped in a mild soap dish soap or automotive auto wash soap to help remove stuck on road dirt and grease 3 Thoroughly rinse any remaining soap residue fro...

Page 133: ...revent fading And act quickly when anything is spilled or dropped on the carpet Included in the Owner s Information Package is the carpet manufacturer s Carpet Care Guide The Carpet Care Guide lists d...

Page 134: ...the dash Subject the dash to hard direct blows Use boiling water strong solvents or other materials listed below to clean the dash as they will soften the plastic Woodwork The wood cabinetry should b...

Page 135: ...the case on any of the detectors use a damp cloth or paper towel Do not spray cleaners or wax directly into the case as it may cause false alarms Condensation IMPORTANT Since surface condensation with...

Page 136: ...evel Every Three 3 Months i Clean range hood exhaust fan filter and blades i Check gas lines for leaks with soap solution or leak detector i Test smoke alarm carbon monoxide detector and Propane gas d...

Page 137: ...the fresh water system i Wax and buff all gel coat surfaces on the vehicle as described previously in this chapter COLD WEATHER USE Although great care has been taken to build a well insulated unit r...

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