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Air Direction
Air
Installation Instructions
Model and Serial Numbers 2,5
4
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7-11
Appliance Registration
and
Problem Solver
Repair Service
Safety Instructions
User Maintenance Instructions
Settings
Electrical Requirements
Saver Switch
Back
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Warranty
Tips
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Safety
Instructions
Help us
help you...
tips
. Keep the air filter clean. (See
instructions on page 5.)
Before
your air
Read
before
this
conditioner, read this book
carefully.
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For most efficient cooling, keep
When using this appliance, always
exercise basic safety precautions,
including the following:
the vent control in the CLOSED
position except when you want to
exhaust air, smoke or odors from
the room.
It is intended to help you operate
and maintain your new air
conditioner properly.
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Use this appliance only for
intended purpose as
this Use and Care Guide.
in
Keep it handy for answers to your
questions.
Don’t let the room get too
hot. Whenever possible, turn the
unit on before the room heats up.
When heat is “stored up” in walls,
furniture, rugs and draperies, your
air conditioner takes longer to
produce the desired comfort
condition.
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This air conditioner must be
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or need more help, write (include
your phone number):
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properly instilled in accordance
with the
Instructions
before it is used. See grounding
instructions on page 7.
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Never unplug your air conditioner
by pulling on the power cord.
Always grip plug and pull
straight out from the receptacle.
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Keep windows and doors
Louisville, KY 40225
closed. Cool, dry air escapes
when they’re open.
Write down the model
and serial numbers.
You’ll find them on a label behind
the air discharge louvers. They’ll
be easier to read if you shine a
flashlight on them or remove the
front grille. (See page 5.)
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Keep furnace floor registers and
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Repair or replace immediately
cold air returns closed. Cold air
can easily escape through them.
all electric service cords that
have become frayed or otherwise
damaged. Do not use a cord that
shows cracks or abrasion damage
along its length or at either the
plug or connector end.
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Don’t let drapes or furniture block
the front of the unit and restrict air
flow when it is operating.
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It’s best to operate your air
These numbers are also on the
Consumer Product Ownership
Registration Card that came with
your air conditioner. Before sending
in this card, please write these
numbers here:
conditioner at high speed during
extremely hot weather.
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Keep the outdoor condenser coil
clean. (See page 5.)
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Turn the air conditioner off
INSTRUCTIONS
before vacations or extended
absences from home.
Model Number
Serial Number
Use these numbers in any
correspondence or service calls
concerning your air conditioner.
If you received a
air conditioner . . .
Immediately contact the dealer
(or builder) that sold you the air
conditioner.
Save time and money.
Before you request
service . . .
Check the Problem Solver on
page 6. It lists causes of minor
operating problems that you can
correct yourself.
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Your Air Conditioner
OFF
2
OPEN
9
10
1
FAN
COOL
SELECTOR
THERMOSTAT
Ventilation Control
Thermostat Control
Selector
When you turn the Thermostat
Control to the desired setting, the
thermostat will automatically control
the temperature of the indoor air.
The higher the number selected,
the cooler the indoor air will be.
The vent door in your air
OFF turns air conditioner off.
conditioner is closed when the
FAN
low fan speed
slide switch is to the
the vent is closed,
inside the room can be circulated
and conditioned. Sliding the knob
to the left opens the vent door,
allowing a small amount of indoor
air to be exhausted from the room.
When
air
operation without cooling.
*MED FAN permits medium fan
speed operation without cooling.
*HIGH FAN permits high fan
speed operation without cooling.
Saver
(on models so equipped)
*For FAN operation, Energy Saver
be in
Setting the Ventilation Control at
OPEN lets room air be exhausted
to the outside. This is helpful in
stale air, smoke or odors
LOW COOL permits cooling with
low fan speed operation.
MED COOL permits cooling with
medium fan speed operation.
from the-room, and
outdoor
air to enter through normal openings
in the house. However, cooling
effectiveness is reduced when this
control is set at OPEN, so we
you don’t keep it there
SAVE
NORMAL m
HIGH COOL permits cooling
with high fan speed operation.
ENERGY SAVER
especially in hot, humid weather.
(continued next page)
The Energy Saver Switch controls
the fan operation. When it’s in
the
position, the fan
circulate room air continuously.
When it’s in the SAVE position, the
fan will automatically cycle on and
off with the compressor.
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Air Conditioner
To adjust air direction
For normal cooling
For quieter operation
Up and down
1. Set the Selector Switch at HIGH
COOL.
1. Set the Selector Switch at LOW
COOL position.
2. Set the Thermostat Control at
the desired number (usually 5-7 is a
good starting position). If room
temperature is not satisfactory after
a reasonable time, set the Thermostat
Control at a higher number for a
cooler room or at a lower number
for a warmer room.
2. Turn the Thermostat Control to
the desired number.
When the Thermostat Control is
set on 9 or 10 and the Fan is set on
low speed, moisture may freeze on
the coils and prevent the unit from
cooling. If this happens, set the Fan
at high speed and set the Thermostat
Control to a lower number.
UP-AND-DOWN—
AIR DIRECTION
3. Set the Energy Saver Switch* at
NORMAL position for continuous
fan operation or at SAVE position
to automatically cycle the fan on
and off with the compressor.
3. Set the Ventilation Control at
CLOSED.
Three separate banks of
down air direction louvers are
controlled by fingertip pressure on
the louvers. They regulate air
discharge upward, downward or
straight out.
4. Set the Energy Saver Switch* at
the NORMAL position.
4. Set the Ventilation Control at
CLOSED except for brief periods
when you want to exhaust room air
to the outside.
Note: When the Energy Saver
Switch* is at the SAVE position,
changes in the sound level may be
more noticeable than when it’s at
the NORMAL position.
Side to side
For maximum cooling
OFF
ON
1. Set the Selector Switch at HIGH
COOL.
For nighttime operation
During the cooler evening hours,
we recommend that you set the
Selector Switch at LOW COOL
for very quiet operation and the
Thermostat Control at mid-range
(5 or 6). Set the Ventilation Control
at CLOSED and the Energy Saver
Switch* at NORMAL or SAVE
position.
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2. Turn the Thermostat Control to 10.
3. Set the Ventilation Control at
CLOSED.
Some models have a
Switch. For
side-to-side air
direction, slide the
4. Set the Energy Saver Switch* at
the NORMAL position.
Switch to ON until the desired air
direction is
to OFF.
then move it
For continuous side-to-side air
circulation, set the
Switch to ON and leave it there.
For extreme temperatures
For greatest economy and best
performance, we suggest you set
the Selector Switch at HIGH
COOL in extremely hot weather.
Other models have two separate
banks of side-to-side air direction
louvers with separate tabs to let you
direct discharged air to the right, to
the left, or straight ahead.
*On models so equipped
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Care and Cleaning
USER MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
cleaning, replace the grille.
a magnetic-tipped screwdriver
Use
to attach the grille with the two
screws removed in step 2.
Turn air conditioner off and
remove plug from wall outlet
before cleaning.
Grille & Cabinet
Wipe front grille with a clean cloth
lightly dampened with mild liquid
detergent. Wash cabinet
with mild soap or detergent and
lukewarm water.
Note: If the air conditioner is
installed high through a wall, you
can pull the lower part of the inlet
baffle toward you and pull the filter
down and out.
Coils
To replace the inlet baffle, align
the large tabs on the baffle with the
slots on the frame and push straight
These coils on the weather side
of the unit should be checked
Vacuum the filter on the dusty side
to remove
dust. Wash the filter.
periodically and cleaned if clogged
with dirt or soot from the atmosphere.
If extremely soiled, they may need
on
the baffle snaps into place.
cleaner side up, under gently flowing
water to wash out accumulated dust
and lint. If the filter is very dirty,
use a mild household detergent in
to
steam cleaned, a service available
through your GE service outlet.
the wash water. Let the
dry
thoroughly before replacing it.
Air Filter
The air filter behind the inlet grille
should be washed at least every 30
Front Grille Removal
The front grille can be removed for
more thorough cleaning or to make
the model and serial numbers
easier to read.
days or as
as it needs cleaning.
To remove the grille:
1. Grasp the upper part of the
inlet baffle and pull it away from
the frame. Do the same to the lower
part of the inlet baffle. Then pull
the baffle straight out and off the
frame.
To remove the filter, grasp the
upper part of the inlet baffle and
pull toward you. Then pull the filter
up and out.
2. Remove and save the two slotted
hex
screws that hold
the grille to the frame.
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these instructions with the appliance.
these instructions for future use.
OWNER:
It is important to have the wall
outlet and circuit checked by a
qualified electrician if there is
any doubt as to whether a proper
ground
The
cord on these models
Electrical
has 230/208-volt perpendicular,
tandem or large tandem type plug
that mates
230/208-volt
tandem or large tandem type wall
outlet. These types of outlets are
available at most hardware stores.
IMP OR TANT...
Please Read Carefully.
with a
How to connect electricity
For personal safety, this
appliance must be properly
grounded.
Use of
cords
not recommended
Because of potential safety
hazards under certain conditions,
Electrical requirement
we
recommend against the
use of an extension cord. However,
if you elect to use an extension
cord, it is absolutely necessary that
it be a listed 3-wire grounding
type appliance extension cord and
that the current carrying rating of
the cord in amperes be equal to or
greater than the branch circuit size
shown on the rating nameplate of
the appliance.
230/208-volt
own single branch circuit supplying
230/208-volt protected with a
require their
MATCHING
230/208-VOLT
PERPENDICULAR TYPE WALL OUTLET
LINE CORO PLUG
time delay fuse or circuit breaker.
This is recommended for best
performance and to prevent
overloading house wiring circuits,
which could cause a possible fire
hazard from overheating wires.
REQUIRES 20 AMP TIME DELAY FUSE
OR CIRCUIT BREAKER
MATCHING
WALL OUTLET
230/208-VOLT
TANDEM TYPE
LINE CORD PLUG
REQUIRES 15 AMP TIME DELAY FUSE
OR CIRCUIT BREAKER PROTECTION
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MATCHING
WALL OUTLET
230/208-VOLT
LARGE TYPE
LINE CORO PLUG
REQUIRES 30 AMP TIME DELAY FUSE
OR CIRCUIT BREAKER
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(continued)
Window Sash Seal
Safety Lock and
Type B Screw
/
Washer Head
Locking Screw
Frame
(right)
Frame
(left)
Window
Side
Filler
/
Panel
Seal—Bottom Rail to Unit
C
Screws
,
and Locknuts
1.
Bracket
o
Q
Type D Bolt
Qty-2
Qty-3
Qty-4
Qty-2
Qty-2
Needed
For window installation
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Hand saw . Hammer
Note: All supporting
be secured to firm wood,
masonry or metal.
Level
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gun
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Large blade-type screwdriver
Adjustable wrench or pliers
Concrete saw (if installing
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through a masonry wall)
. Rule or tape measure
t
.
32” to 38”
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Pencil
Sharp
Window Requirement@
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or razor blade
min.
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Standard double-hung window
For
installation
with actual opening width of
32” to 38”.
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All the tools above (except
or razor blade) plus
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Clear, vertical opening of 201/2”
minimum from bottom of sash to
stool.
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Magnetic stud finder (optional)
Tin snips (optional)
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Window Mounting
Window Requirement
(continued)
2. Instill Top Angle
and Side Retainers.
A
clearance below the window
stool is required.
If the storm window frame does not
allow this clearance, attach a 1
or
strip of wood along the
1. Attach foam gasket
entire length of the window opening,
flush with the back side of the stool,
or remove the storm window for
the air conditioning season.
to top angle as shown.
. . . .
2. Install top rail and side retainers
to cabinet as shown, using 10 Type
F screws.
o
Window Filler
Panel
,
1 12”
min.
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stool
Storm Window Frame
or Other Obstruction
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1. Remove the Chassis.
Top View
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Slide chassis from cabinet
holding with left hand while-pulling
on handle at bottom front of unit.
Be careful of sharp edges on the coil
fins.
3. Assemble Window
. . . . . . . . . .
1. Place cabinet on floor, bench or
table.
Locking
Screw
Hole
If your unit has corrugated packing
material inside the cabinet, it must
be removed. Do not remove the
foam pads inside the cabinet.
2. Slide the “I” section of the
“l” Section
window
panel into the panel
Window
retainer on the side of the cabinet
as shown above. Do both sides,
Filler
Panel
Note: Handle is
intended
for lifting the unit. It is only for
sliding the chassis out of the
cabinet for cleaning or maintenance.
3. Insert top and bottom legs of the
window filler panel frame into the
channel in the top support angle
and bottom rail. Do both sides.
4. Insert two Type A screws into
holes in the top leg of the filler
panel frame. Do not tighten—legs
should slide easily.
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Window Mounting
(continued)
4.
Cabinet
7. Install Window
and Sash Seal.
in Window.
1. Open window and mark center
of window stool.
2. Place cabinet in window with
bottom stool angle firmly seated
over window stool as shown. Bring
window down temporarily behind
top rail to hold cabinet in place.
1. Trim sash seal to
window
2. Assemble sill angle brackets
to support brackets at positions
width and insert into space between
upper and lower
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marked, as-shown. Hand
Stool Angle
tighten only—some adjustment may
be required later.
2. Attach right angle safety lock
with Type B screw as shown.
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1
3. Shift cabinet left or right as
needed to line up center of cabinet
on center line marked on stool.
3. Position bottom rail seal on
bottom rail flush with front edge of
rail and in
with side seals.
into Cabinet.
Be sure handle at bottom of unit is
up. Then chassis and carefully
slide it into cabinet. Do not push on
controls or finned coils. Make sure
chassis is firmly seated toward rear
of cabinet.
3. Install support brackets, with sill
angle brackets attached, to cabinet
as shown.
Type B
4. Tighten all 6 bolts securely.
4. Fasten cabinet to window stool
with 2 Type B screws. (You may
want to drill pilot holes. )
6.
Window
9. Instill Dial Plate,
Button and Knobs.
1. Carefully raise window to
expose filler panel locking screws.
Loosen screws so panels slide easily.
5. Install Support
for each
bracket)
RIGHT
TypeID
If dial plate has a protective film,
peel the film off carefully. Do not
scratch the surface of the plate.
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LEFT
0
Sill Angle Bracket”
*(1 required for each support bracket)
2. Extend panels to fill window
opening completely and tighten
locking screws on top.
10. Attach
Grille.
1. Hold each support bracket flush
against outside of sill and tight to
bottom of cabinet as shown. Mark
brackets at top level of sill and
remove them.
(a) Remove inlet baffle (see page 5).
(b) Attach front grille to unit (see
page 11, step
3. Close window behind top rail.
(c)
baffle (see page 5).
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Through-the-Wall
The cabinet may be installed
through the wall in both existing
buildings and new construction.
2. Prepare the Cabinet.
1. Remove chassis from cabinet.
2. With caulking compound or
electrical tape, seal 10 holes
provided in cabinet for top rail
and side retainers not used in this
installation.
The side louvers must project
on the outdoor side of the wall.
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The room side of the cabinet must
project into the room at least 1“
from the finished wall.
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. The cabinet must be installed
level from side to side and with a
3/8” tilt from front to rear.
3. Install Cabinet in Wall.
1. Place cabinet in
opening.
Required
See page 8.
Additional Materials
(obtain locally)
.2 wood screws, 1“ long
Cabinet.
Be sure handle at bottom of unit is
up. Then lift chassis and carefully
slide it into cabinet. Do not push on
controls or finned coils. Make sure
chassis is firmly seated toward rear
of cabinet.
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10 #10 wood screws, 1“ long
2
Secure bottom rail to wood
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1 tube high grade caulking
f
with two 1“
obtained
wood
compound
Lintel, if required, to support
bricks or blocks above
.
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3. Secure cabinet to wooden frame
with ten #10 1“ long screws or nails
obtained locally. If frame is oversize,
use shims to eliminate distortion.
1.
Wall
5. Instill Dial Plate,
Button and Knobs.
See page 10, step 9.
1. Determine size of opening.
Measure width and height of
and add 1/8” to each dimension.
6. Attach front Grille.
(a) Remove inlet baffle from front
grille (see page 5).
18-5/8”
+
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4. Caulk all four sides on the
outdoor side of cabinet to
moisture from getting
to
2. Choose the wall opening
location. Be sure wall receptacle
is (or will be) installed nearby.
the interior wall. Use of flashing (a
piece of aluminum or galvanized
steel available at most hardware
stores) will further prevent moisture
from getting into interior walls.
E Screw
a screw in this
location, remove and discard screw
before installing front grille.
3. Make the opening. Frame it
to support the weight of the air
conditioner. Add metal flashing
over bottom of frame opening and
1“ on sides to reduce the
possibility of condensate entering
the area between the inner and
outer wall.
5. Install wood trim molding
(obtained locally) around
projection of cabinet, if desired.
(b) Attach front grille to unit with
two Type E hex
as shown above.
screws
(c)
inlet baffle (see page 5).
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YOUR GENERAL ELECTRIC ROOM AIR CONDITIONER
WARRANTY
Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or
check to establish warranty period,
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
This
is extended to
WHAT IS COVERED
the original purchaser and any
For one year from date of original
purchase, we will provide, free
succeeding owner for products
purchased for use in the 48 mainland
states, Hawaii and Washington,
In Alaska the warranty is the same
except that it is LIMITED because you
must pay to ship the product to the
service shop or for the service
of charge,
and service labor
in your home to repair or replace
any part of the room air
conditioner that fails because
of a manufacturing defect.
technician’s travel costs to your home.
FULL FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY
All warranty service will be provided
by our Factory Service Centers or
by our authorized Customer
servicers during normal working
hours.
For five years from the date of
original purchase, we will provide,
free of charge, parts and service
labor in your home to repair or
replace any part of the
system (the
Look in the White or Yellow Pages
of your telephone directory for
GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY,
GENERAL ELECTRIC FACTORY
SERVICE, GENERAL
FACTORY SERVICE or
GENERAL ELECTRIC CUSTOMER
CARE@ SERVICE.
condenser, evaporator and all
connecting tubing) that fails
because of a manufacturing
defect.
each of the above warranties:
Transportation expense to and
from a service shop and shop
service labor if required will be
free of charge.
WHAT IS
COVERED
. Failure of the product resulting from
modifications to the product or due to
unreasonable use including failure to
provide reasonable and necessary
maintenance.
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Improper installation.
●
Service trips to teach you how to
use the product.
If you have an installation
problem, or if the air conditioner
is of improper cooling capacity
for the intended use, contact
your dealer or installer. You are
responsible for providing adequate
electrical connecting facilities.
Read your Use and Care material.
If you then have any questions
about operating the product,
please contact your dealer or our
Consumer Affairs office at the
address below, or call, toll free:
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Failure due to corrosion on models
not corrosion-protected.
. Damage to the product caused
by improper power supply voltage,
accident, fire, floods or acts of God.
GE Answer
800.626.2000
consumer information service
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Replacement of fuses or
resetting of circuit breakers.
● In commercial locations labor
necessary to move the unit to a
location where it is accessible for
service by an individual technician.
WARRANTOR IS
RESPONSIBLE
FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion
may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.
Warrantor: General Electric Company
If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:
Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225
No.
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Pub.
49-7220
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