GRASS COLLECTION
SYSTEM
PPECOO
PP
DESIGNED FOR:
MODEL 12621209 - 12
GRAVELY 200 SERIES MOWER
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
ASSEMBLY OPERATION MAINTENANCE
MANUAL PART#: Q0316
$4.00
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SAFETY
WARNING! NEVER operate the unit unless the discharge guard and either the deflector assembly or the
vacuum collector adapter are fastened securely in place.
WARNING! Do not work around the mower deck boot or the blower area until you are certain that the mower
blades and the blower impeller have stopped rotating.
WARNING! To avoid serious injury, perform maintenance on the vacuum collector; ONLY AFTER
STOPPING THE MOWER’S ENGINE AND WAITING FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A
COMPLETE STOP. Set the parking brake. Always remove the ignition key before beginning maintenance.
WARNING! For your own personal safety, ALWAYS mow UP and DOWN the face of slopes and NEVER
across the face. NEVER attempt to mow excessively steep slopes, and use caution when turning on any slope.
Safety Alert Symbol
This Safety Alert Symbol means: “ATTENTION! BECOME
ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!”
This symbol is used to call attention to safety precautions that
Should be followed by the operator to avoid accidents. When
you see this symbol, carefully read the message that follows
and heed its advice. Failure to comply with safety precautions
!
could result in death or serious bodily injury.
Safety Signs
The signal words DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION are used on the equipment safety signs. These words are
intended to alert the viewer to the existence and the degree of hazard seriousness.
This signal word indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
DANGER
!
White letters on RED
This signal word indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
!
Black letters on ORANGE
It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
This signal word indicates a potentially hazardous situation exist which, if
not avoided, will result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION
!
Black letters on YELLOW
It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
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PECO LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NEW PRODUCTS
A. WHAT IS WARRANTED?
PECO extends the following warranties to the original purchaser of each new PECO consumer product subject
to the following limitations:
1. PRODUCT WARRANTY: Any part of any consumer product, which is defective in material or workmanship as
delivered to the purchaser will be repaired or replaced, as PECO elects, without charge for parts or labor, if the
defect appears within 12 months from the date of delivery of the product to the original purchaser. ALL
DEFECTIVE PARTS MUST BE RETURNED TO PECO FOR INSPECTION TO DETERMINE
VALIDITY OF WARRANTY CLAIMS. Freight and mailing will be borne by the customer.
2. PARTS REPLACED DURING WARRANTY: Any new PECO part which is furnished in performance of this
warranty and is defective in material or workmanship as delivered to the purchaser will be repaired or replaced,
as PECO elects, without charge if the defect appears within 90 days from the date of installation of such part or
before the expiration of the original warranty period, whichever is later.
B. SECURING WARRANTY ADJUSTMENTS.
Call PECO for Return Authorization. Damaged or broken parts, other than engines or batteries, must be
returned to PECO Inc., 100 Airport Road, Arden, NC 28704 before any warranty adjustment can be authorized.
At the time of requesting warranty adjustment, the purchaser must present evidence for date of delivery of the
product. The purchaser shall pay any charge for the product to and from Arden, NC.
C. ITEMS NOT COVERED BY PECO WARRANTY.
Engines and batteries attached to PECO products are covered under a separate warranty by the respective
manufacturer.
D. UNAPPROVED ALTERATION OR MODIFICATION.
All obligations of PECO Inc., under this warranty, shall be terminated if products are altered or modified in ways
not approved by PECO Inc..
E. ACCIDENTS AND NORMAL MAINTENANCE.
The warranty covers only defective material and workmanship. It does not cover depreciation or damage
caused by normal wear, accident, improper use or abuse of products. The cost of normal maintenance and
normal replacement of service items such as belts, cutting blades, hoses, etc., which are not defective shall be
paid for by the purchaser.
F. NO REPRESENTATIONS ADDITIONAL WARRANTIES, DISCLAIMER.
Neither PECO Inc. nor any company affiliated with it makes any warranties, representations or promises as to
the quality of performance of its products other than those set forth herein. Except as described above, PECO
Inc. makes no other warranties AND SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF FITNESS AND MERCHANTABILITY.
G. ANY MACHINE USED FOR RENTAL PURPOSES ARE GUARANTEED FOR 45 DAYS FROM DATE
OF ORIGINAL SALE ONLY.
H. REMEDIED EXCLUSIVE.
The only remedies the purchaser has in connection with the breach or performance of any warranty on PECO
Inc. consumer products are set forth above. In no event will PECO be liable for special incidental or
consequential damages.
1. NO SERVICE CENTER WARRANTY.
The selling Service Center makes no warranty on his own on any item warranted by PECO Inc. unless he
delivers to purchaser a separate written warranty certificate specifically warranting the item. The dealer has no
authority to make any representation or promise on behalf of PECO or to modify the terms of this warranty in
any way.
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SECTION I
INTRODUCTION AND DESCRIPTION
P#(K1198) and (2) 3/8”-16 flange nuts P#(K1215). Use
1-1 Introduction
the existing bolt removed from the mower to fasten the
front side of the leg. Repeat this step to fasten the right
main frame leg assembly P#(A0514). See Figure 1 for
details.
We are pleased to have you as a PECO customer. Your
collection system has been designed to give you a low
maintenance, simple, and effective way to collect the
grass clippings from your mower. This manual is
provided to give you the necessary instructions to
properly mount and operate the collection system on
your mower. Please read this manual thoroughly.
Understand what each control is for and how to use it.
Observe all safety decal precautions on the machine and
noted throughout the manual.
Figure 1 Left Lower Main
Frame Leg.
Left Lower Main Frame Leg
Note: all references made to right, left, front, rear, top or
bottom are as viewed from the normal operator’s
position on the mower.
1-2 Description
The collection system is designed for turf maintenance
where there is a need to collect the grass clippings as
the mower cuts the turf. It is also good for picking up
leaves and twigs in pre-season and post-season clean-
up.
3/8” x 3” HHCS
Existing Bolt
The engine/blower/blade assembly, is mounted on the
right side of the unit. The blower draws grass clippings
from the discharge area of the cutter deck up to the
aluminum container mounted over the rear portion of the
frame. The operator can engage the
2-2 Attaching The Top Main Frame
Assembly
engine/blower/blade assembly by starting the engine.
Once the container is full of clippings, the operator can
easily push and raise the lift handle, releasing the
container’s rear door and the container will pivot towards
the ground.
Place the top main frame assembly P#(A0944) (Figure 2)
onto the main frame legs and fasten each side by using
(1) 3/4”-10 x 1-1/2” HHCS P#(K0364), (1) 3/4”-10 nyloc
nut P#(K1433), (1) ½”-13 x 1” HHCS P#(K1231), and (1)
pivot frame handle P#(A1001). The handles are used to
pivot the frame to the rear for mower engine access. Be
sure that the handles are tight and the frame is in the
upright position before each use!
Section II
INSTALLATION FOR USE
2-1 Preparation Of Mower
Figure 2 Top Main Frame Assy.
Top Main Frame Assembly
Carefully dismantle wooden shipping crate from around
the components. Cut retaining straps and separate the
parts. The collection system will have various parts
located inside. Remove and sort all parts for easy
identification.
NOTE: before each step of assembly it will help to study
the exploded drawings on pages 7 and 8.
Remove the (3) bolts (Figure 1) from each side of the
rear of the mower. Keep the bolt, from each side, that
threads through the mower’s rear frame. Place the left
lower main frame leg P#(A0511) onto the rear of the
mower and fasten by using (2) 3/8”-16 x 3” HHCS
Pivot Frame Handle
3/4” x 1-1/2” HHCS
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2-3 Attaching The Lift Handle To The
Aluminum Grass Container
2-5 Aluminum Grass Container Inlet
Attachment
The various parts of the handle assembly P#(A0512)
must be attached to the container frame. Figure 5 shows
the orientation and location of the components. Slide the
lift handle into the slot in the handle mount bracket
P#(B1730) on the grass container. It may be necessary
to remove the handle grip P#(J0522) to allow the handle
to fit through the slot.
The inlet will need to be attached to the container
(Figure 8). Open the container, push the inlet from the
inside of the container through the hole in the container
to the outside. Orient the inlet opening to face the
ground. Use the tabs P#(B1668) inside of the box to hold
the inlet in place. It is recommended that two people
Perform this step. That way, one person on the inside of
the container can position the tabs, while the other
person tightens the bolts. Looking at the outside of the
container, the most difficult tab to tighten down will be
the tab at the 4-5 o’clock position. Tighten that tab first.
Then proceed to tighten the others.
Before attaching the handle, hook one end of the spring
P#(J0176) into the hole on the underside of the handle.
Hook the other end of the spring into the open hole in
the handle mount bracket. Fasten the handle to the
grass container frame by using (1) 3/8”-16 x 2” HHCS
P#(K1208) and (2) 3/8”-16 flange nuts P#(K1215). At this
point the handle can pivot back and forth in the slot of
the handle mount bracket. With the handle in place,
fasten the ball joint P#(K1442) to the end of the latch rod
P#(A0260) (Figure 6). Tighten to approximately half way
down the threads of the latch rod. Slide the ball joint into
the hole on the latch hook P#(B1529). Use (1) 5/16”-24
hex nut P#(K1444) and (1) 5/16” lock washer P#(K0043)
to fasten the ball joint to the latch hook. Attach the
opposite end of the latch rod into the handle. Fasten the
rod to the handle by using (1) 3/32” x 3/4” cotter pin
P#(K0094). Adjust the rod to allow the hook to close the
box door completely.
2-6 Adjusting The Dump Mechanism
The linkage may be adjusted in two places, at the
adjusting screw P#(K1435) and the latch assembly
items. See Figures 5 & 8 for visual clarification. To
change the door closure tightness, screw the adjusting
screw in or out. To adjust the latch, change the length of
the latch rod by screwing the latch adjusting ball joint in
or out. The latch hook pivot should be in the middle of
the slot in the latch hook pivot plate. Slide the pivot back
or forth and then re-tighten.
Refer to Figures 5,6,7,8, and 9 for exploded parts
drawings and photographs of the complete assembly.
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2-7 Attaching The Outer Motor
Mount Tube To The Left & Right
Lower Main Frame Legs
2-4 Attaching The Aluminum Grass
Container To The Unit
To mount the outer motor mount tube P#(B3727) to the
left and right lower main frame legs, use (1) 3/8"-16 u-
bolt P#(K1119) and (2) 3/8"-16 flange nuts P#(K1215)
per lower frame leg. Use (Figure 3) for more detail.
NOTE: It is recommended that 3 people assist in
mounting the container.
With three people available, two can lower the container
onto the frame while the third person inserts the pivot
pins P#(K0172) through the holes. Insert the pins from
the outside to the inside. Secure with (1) 5/8” washer
P#(K0058) and (1) 5/32” x 2-5/8” hair pin clip P#(K0088)
per pivot pin.
Figure 3 Outer Motor Mount Tube Attachment
Outer Motor Mount Tube
Reattach the bottom ends of the door opening linkages
to the main frame by using (1) Rue-Ring cotter pin
P#(K1437) per side.
To test the functionality of the dump mechanism, pull the
lift handle away from the unit, and lift upward (Figure 5).
The door of the container should open and the box
should pivot clockwise towards the ground.
3/8” U-bolt
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Figure 5
Lift Handle Assy.
Figure 8 Aluminum Grass Container Assy.
Handle
Grip
Handle
Mount
Bracket
Latch Rod
Figure 6
Aluminum Grass Container
With Handle Attached
Figure 7
Latch Hook Mechanism Assembled
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(1) C0025
Box Top
Figure 9 Aluminum
Grass Container
Exploded View
(1) B8113
Screen
(1) C0029
Screen Support
(1) C0023
Box Back &
Sides
(4) B1668
Inlet Clamp
(1) C1184
Fill Gage
(1) V1054
Inlet
(1) A0938
Box/Door
Frame
(1) A0512
Box Handle
(1) J0522
Handle Grip
(1) B1730
Handle Mount
(1) V1131
Plastic Door
(1) J0176
Latch Spring
(2) B2526
Linkage Rod
(1) B3688
Upper Door
Member
(2) K1422
Adjusting Nut
(1) A0260
Latch Rod
(2) K1435
Adjusting Screw
(1) K1442
Adjusting Ball Joint
(1)C0024
Box Bottom
(1) A0738
Door Frame
Assembly
(1) B1529
Latch Hook
(2) K1418
Linkage Pin
(1) B1750
Base Frame
(1) A0087
Latch Hook
Pivot Plate
(1) B1727
Base Frame
Pivot Mount
(2) B1574
Pivot Bracket
Figure 10 Misc.
Parts Exploded
View
(1)
(1)
A0060
(1)
A0556
(SHORT 5.5HP)
OR
A0508
72” BOOT KIT
(2)
UNIVERSAL
WEIGHT KIT
J6011
A0294
6” HOSE
CLAMP
(LONG 6HP)
THROTTLE KIT
(1)
A0944
(1)
TOP
(1)
(1)
6” x 36”
UPPER
HOSE
MAIN FRAME
ASSY.
8" x 36”
LOWER
HOSE
A0572
(1)
60” BOOT KIT
B0204
(1)
BOOT PLATE
FOR
HB0184
HARDWARE
BAG
60” & 72”
BOOT
(1)
(1)
A0511
LEFT
A0514
RIGHT
(1)
A0555
LOWER MAIN FRAME
LEG ASSY.
LOWER MAIN FRAME
LEG ASSY.
(1)
52” BOOT KIT
ENGINE/
BLOWER/
BLADE ASSY.
(1)
B0190
(1)
(1)
(2)
(1)
E6009
8” BLOWER
CONE
BOOT PLATE
FOR 52”
BOOT
B3727
J6006
A0006
OUTER MOTOR
MOUNT TUBE
8” HOSE
CLAMP
ENGINE MOUNT
ARM ASSY.
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2-8 Motor Mount Arm Installation
2-10 Attaching The Boot To The
Mower Deck
Slide the motor mount arm assembly P#(A0006) (Figure
11) into the outer motor mount tube. Secure the motor
mount arm assembly using (1) detent pin P#(J0248).
Mounting The Boot Hanger
Remove the mower’s deflector shield mount (Figure 13).
Place the boot hanger P#(B0117) in-between the
deflector shield mount and the mower deck. Fasten by
using (3) 3/8”-16 x 1-1/4” HHCS P#(K1192) and the
existing 3/8” nuts. The boot hanger will allow you to
switch from collection to discharge in seconds.
Figure 11
60” & 72” Boot Plate Mounting Instructions
To mount the boot plate P#(B0204) to the boot
P#(E1034(60”) E0006(72”)) use (3) 3/8”-16 x 1” carriage
bolts P#(K1182) and (2) 3/8”-16 flange nuts P#(K1215).
52” Boot Plate Mounting Instructions
To mount the boot plate P#(B0190) to the boot
P#(E1113) use (2) 3/8”-16 x 3/4” carriage bolts
P#(K1181) and (2) 3/8”-16 flange nuts P#(K1215).
Note: Make certain when bolting the boot and boot plate
together, that the head of the bolt is placed from the
inside of the boot. This will prevent grass from collecting
on the bolts.
Detent Pin
2-9 Engine/Blower/Blade Assembly
Installation
For All Deck Sizes Remove the bolts that hold the
deflector shield in place so that the boot rod can fasten
the boot and boot plate to the mower deck. Align the
holes in the boot plate to the holes in the deflector shield
mount and slide the boot rod P#(B2540(60” & 72”)
B0189(52”)) through and fasten using (1) hair pin clip
P#(K0099).
Place the engine/blower/blade assembly onto the motor
mount arm assembly (Figure 12). Secure the
engine/blower blade assembly to the motor mount arm
assembly using (4) 5/16"-18 x 1-1/2" hex bolts
P#(K1157) and (4) 5/16"-18 flange nuts P#(K1178).
Note: The Mower’s Deflector Shield Has Been
Removed In The Following Photos For Clarity.
Always have the deflector shield mounted when
mowing.
Figure 12
Mower Deck
Figure 13
Deflector Shield Mount
Boot Hanger
5/16" x 1-1/2" Bolt
Boot Plate
Boot
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2-11 Adjusting Of The Length Of
Hose
2-14 Attachment Of The Lower Hose
To The Boot
The hoses in steps 2-12 and 2-13 must be cut to fit your
machine. Follow steps 2-12 and 2-13. Do not cut the
hoses until you have tried to fit them on your machine.
Remember that the hoses have to be long enough to
allow for enough clamping surface between the inlet,
blower assembly, and the deck boot.
Take the unattached end of the lower hose and slide it
over the circular end of the boot. Use the lower hose
clamp to secure the hose to the boot (Figure 14). Tip:
Before securing clamp rotate hose counter-clockwise
(away from yourself) approximately 1” to add in retaining
boot to mower deck.
2-15 Front Weight Assembly
2-12 Attachment Of The Upper Hose
Place (1) weight bracket P#(B0026) over each front
caster. Fasten each weight bracket to the front caster
loosely, by using (1) 3/8”-16 x 3-1/2” u-bolt P#(K0286)
and (2) 3/8”-16 flange nuts P#(K1215) per bracket.
When installing the weight you should have another
person help position the weight onto a floor jack. Using
the floor jack will make installing the weight much easier.
Lift the weight up to the bottom of the weight brackets.
Fasten the weight to the weight brackets by using (1) ½”-
13 u-bolt P#(K0331) and (2) ½”-13 flange nuts
Slide a 5”-6” upper hose clamp P#(J6011) onto both
ends of the 6” upper hose (Figure 14). Then slide one
end of the 6” hose onto the inlet. Make sure there is
about a two-inch overlap between the hose end and the
container inlet. Proceed to slide the opposite end of the
6” hose onto the outlet of the blower assembly. See
Figure 14 for details. Make sure both ends of the hose
are clearly attached to the inlet and the blower assembly
inlet. Tighten the hose clamps.
P#(K1246) per bracket. Once the weight is secure
tighten all nuts. Use (Figure 15) for more detail.
2-13 Attachment Of The Lower Hose
To The Blower Cone
Figure 15 Weight Assembly
Front Caster
Slide a 7”-8” hose clamp P#(J6006) over both ends of
the lower hose. Then proceed to slide the lower hose
onto the blower cone. Tighten the hose clamp. The
assembly should look like Figure 14.
Figure 14 Hose Assembly
Inlet
Upper Hose
Weight Bracket
Weight
Lower Hose
Boot
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A. Stop the forward movement of the mower.
B. Disengage the mower deck.
SECTION III
C. Using the throttle cable slow the engine down to idle.
D. Push the dump handle, on the left of the operator,
away from the unit. While holding the handle pushed
away, move the handle upward. The container door
will swing upward and the container will rotate
downward. The container will release its contents.
E. Once the contents of the container have fallen out,
the container is ready to move back into its normal
operating position. With the handle in the ‘away’
position, pull the handle downward until it stops.
Move the handle towards the center of the mower.
This motion will allow the latch to lock back into
collection position.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
3-1 General Safety
Only qualified people familiar with this operator’s manual
and the mower’s operator’s manual should operate this
machine.
3-2 Operation & Tips On Mowing
A. Perform BEFORE EACH USE maintenance list in
paragraph 4-1.
B. Start the engine/blower/blade assembly.
B. Start mower.
C. With the mower at high idle speed, engage the mower
deck.
D. Proceed to operate the control levers of the mower.
NOTE: If you do not hold the handle away from the
mower as you pull the handle downward, the latch will
not lock and the container can unexpectedly release the
contents collected.
SECTION IV
NOTE: If the collection system does not appear to be
collecting the grass clippings; disengage the deck,
and blower, engage the parking brake and turn the
mower off. Check the upper hose, lower hose, top
screen and boot for clogs.
MAINTENANCE
4-1 Maintenance Checklist
Before each use:
1. Check blades and spindles to be sure that no foreign
objects, such as wire or steel strapping bands, are
wrapped around them.
2. Inspect blades for wear. Replace if necessary. If it is
necessary to sharpen the blades, remove the blades
from the spindles before sharpening. DO NOT
sharpen blades while still attached to the mower.
3. Make sure all shields are in place and in good
condition. Repair or replace any missing or damaged
shields.
4. Listen for abnormal sounds, which might indicate
loose parts, damaged bearings, or other damage.
Correct any deficiency before continuing operation.
5. Check for wear or deterioration of the upper or lower
hoses. If there are any portions of the hose that have
been torn or worn through, replace with genuine
PECO parts.
To obtain the maximum effectiveness from your
collection system the tips listed below should be
followed:
* Watch your speed- Normal conditions will allow a
speed of up to approximately 5 mph, but thick, heavy
damp conditions will require reduced ground speed.
* Mow with sharp blades- A sharp blade cuts cleaner.
* Wet grass and leaves will decrease effectiveness and
will increase horsepower requirements.
* Mow at higher cutting heights- Remove and mulch no
more than 2” of grass length with each mowing.
(Experts recommend not cutting off more than 1/3 of
the grass blade length at any given time.)
* Mow twice, at different height settings, (high, then low),
if grass is extra tall.
* Remember that horsepower requirements will vary with
the mowing conditions such as type and height of turf
grass, moisture content, amount of leaves, whether the
terrain is flat or hilly, etc.
After Each Use:
1. Clean all debris from machine especially from the
container, and off of safety decals. Replace any
missing or illegible decals
3-3 Unloading The Collection System
2. Inspect unit for worn or damaged components. Repair
or replace before the next use. Any replacement
component installed during repair shall include the
components current safety decal specified by the
manufacturers to be affixed to the component.
NOTE: Press the tab, located behind the operator’s left
side, downward to feel if the collection system is full. If
the container is full there will be resistance when
depressing the tab.
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SECTION V
PARTS AND SERVICE
5-1 Parts And Service Information
PECO collection system owners should record the name
and telephone number of their Service Center. Your
Service Center will be happy to supply replacement
parts, accessories, and do any service or repairs to your
collection system. If for any reason your Service Center
is unable to service your collection system or supply
replacement parts, contact PECO and include the
following information on the chart below.
THE SERIAL NUMBER PLATE IS LOCATED ON THE
ALUMINUM BOX NEAR THE DUMP HANDLE
PECO
OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT
Model Number
Serial Number
Arden, North Carolina 28704
WRITE THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER IN
THE BOX ABOVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Unit Model Number:_________________________________
Unit Engine Size: __________________________________
Unit Serial Number: _______________________________
Date of purchase: _____/_____/_________
Dealer/Distributor Name: _________________________________________
Dealer’s/Distributor’s: _______________________ State:___________ Zip:____________
Phone Number: ____________________________
Address: PECO Inc.
P.O. Box 1197
Arden, NC 28704
Phone #: (828) 684-1234 or Toll Free: (800) 438-5823
Email: [email protected]
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NOTES
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PPECOO
PP
P.O. BOX 1197
ARDEN, NORTH CAROLINA 28704
(800) 438-5823 OR (828) 684-1234 FAX: (828) 684-0858
EMAIL: [email protected]
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