Location of important labels OWNER’S MANUAL Safety information Description Instrument and control functions For your safety – pre-operation checks Operation and important riding points Periodic maintenance and adjustment Motorcycle care and storage Specifications MOTORCYCLE Consumer information YZF690 Index BVA-2U199-E0...
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EAU93780 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold.
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Yamaha a reputation for dependability. Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, so as to enjoy all advantages of your YZF690. The Owner’s Manual does not only instruct you in how to operate, inspect and maintain your motorcycle, but also in how to safeguard yourself and others from trouble and injury.
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Important manual information EAU10134 Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations: This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
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Table of contents Location of important labels... 1-1 DC connectors ......4-25 Checking the engine idling Sidestand ........4-25 speed ........7-16 Safety information......2-1 Ignition circuit cut-off system ..4-26 Checking the throttle grip free Helmets .......... 2-5 play..........7-17 For your safety – pre-operation Valve clearance......
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Table of contents Lubricating the swingarm pivots .........7-29 Checking the front fork....7-29 Checking the steering ....7-30 Checking the wheel bearings ..7-30 Battery ...........7-31 Replacing the fuses.......7-32 Vehicle lights .........7-33 Replacing a license plate light bulb ..........7-34 Supporting the motorcycle....7-34 Troubleshooting ......7-35 Troubleshooting chart ....7-36 Motorcycle care and storage ..8-1 Matte color caution ......8-1...
Read and understand all of the labels on your vehicle. They contain important information for safe and proper operation of your vehicle. Never remove any labels from your vehicle. If a label becomes difficult to read or comes off, a replacement label is available from your Yamaha dealer.
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Location of important labels BM5-21568-01 BM5-21659-01 100kPa=1bar kPa,psi kPa,psi 250,36 290,42 250,36 290,42 BM6-21668-01 4AA-22259-40...
Safety information Never operate a motorcycle with- pears to be very effective in reduc- EAU1028C out proper training or instruction. ing the chance of this type of Take a training course. Beginners accident. Be a Responsible Owner should receive training from a cer- Therefore: As the vehicle’s owner, you are re- tified instructor.
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Safety information Many accidents involve inexperi- • Always signal before turning or Protective Apparel enced operators. In fact, many op- changing lanes. Make sure that The majority of fatalities from motorcy- erators who have been involved in other motorists can see you. cle accidents are the result of head in- ...
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Safety information Do not run engine outdoors where Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning When loading within this weight limit, All engine exhaust contains carbon engine exhaust can be drawn into keep the following in mind: Cargo and accessory weight monoxide, a deadly gas.
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Yamaha accessories, which are avail- performed to your vehicle that change lightweight as possible and able only from a Yamaha dealer, have any of the vehicle’s design or operation should be kept to a minimum. been designed, tested, and approved characteristics can put you and others •...
Safety information Remove all loose items from the operator and may limit control EAUU0033 Helmets ability, therefore, such accesso- motorcycle. Operating this vehicle without an ap- Check that the fuel cock (if ries are not recommended. proved motorcycle helmet increases ...
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Safety information Correct usage ZAUU0004 ZAUU0006 ZAUU0003 Full-type: use only for riding at low Wrong usage to mid-range speeds ZAUU0005 ZAUU0007 Full-face-type: use for riding at Types of helmets and their usage Half-type: use only for riding at low mid-range to high speeds speeds...
Do not place near magnets. Yamaha dealer to have them re-regis- Do not place near items that tered. 1. Code re-registering key (red bow) 2. Standard keys (black bow) transmit electrical signals.
Instrument and control functions EAU10474 EAU84035 EAU73803 Main switch/steering lock LOCK All electrical circuits are supplied with The steering is locked and all electrical power and the vehicle lights are turned systems are off. The key can be re- on. The engine can be started. The key moved.
2. Turn. then remain on until the engine is start- 7. ABS warning light “ ” ed. Otherwise, have a Yamaha dealer Push the key in and turn it to “OFF”. 8. Shift timing indicator light check the vehicle. 9. Immobilizer system indicator light “...
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EAU88920 Engine trouble warning light “ ” stop the engine and have a Yamaha the vehicle as soon as possible. This warning light comes on if a prob- dealer check the vehicle. lem is detected in the engine or other EAU92970 vehicle control system.
The display units can be switched be- do not start the engine, take the tween kilometers and miles. To switch vehicle and all 3 keys to a Yamaha the display units, set the multi-funtion dealer to have the standard keys display to the odometer or a tripmeter, re-registered.
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Continue hold- chometer red zone. repeatedly. If this occurs, have a ing the “RES” switch until the hour Red zone: 10000 r/min and above Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. digits start flashing. 3. Use the “SEL” switch to set the hours.
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Instrument and control functions 4. Push the “RES” switch and the The multi-function display is equipped EAU93021 Quick shifter indicator “QS” (if minute digits will start flashing. with the following: equipped) an odometer (ODO) 5. Use the “SEL” switch to set the ...
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Instrument and control functions To reset the fuel reserve tripmeter, measurement units, hold the “SEL” EAU86891 Odometer change the display to the fuel reserve switch until the measurement units The odometer shows the total distance tripmeter, and then hold the “RES” change.
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Instrument and control functions “AVE_ _._ MPG”: the average dis- If the message “HI” flashes, stop the EAU89194 Average fuel consumption display tance that can be traveled on vehicle, then stop the engine, and let it 1.0 Imp.gal of fuel. cool.
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Instrument and control functions 4. Push the “SEL” switch to confirm Shift timing indicator light the selected setting value and cy- The shift timing indicator light has 3 When the temperature is over 51°C or cle to the next setting in the order settings: below –9 °C, “_ _”...
Instrument and control functions Shift timing indicator light ON r/min Shift timing indicator light bright- EAU1234T Handlebar switches The shift timing indicator light can be ness set between 6000 r/min and 12000 The shift timing indicator light will Left r/min in increments of 200 r/min. While come on and stay on until the setting is 1 1 1 changing this setting, the shift timing...
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Instrument and control functions Right EAU12461 EAU88273 Turn signal switch “ ” Hazard switch “OFF/ ” To signal a right-hand turn, push this Use this switch to turn on the hazard switch to “ ”. To signal a left-hand lights (simultaneous flashing of all turn 1 1 1 turn, push this switch to “...
Instrument and control functions EAU88941 EAU12823 EAU12876 “SEL/RES” switch Clutch lever Shift pedal This switch is used to make setting and display changes in the multi-function 1 1 1 meter unit. See page 4-5 for more in- 1 1 1 formation.
Instrument and control functions EAU93080 EAU12944 EAU93090 Brake lever Brake pedal The Yamaha ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) features a dual electronic con- 1 1 1 1 1 1 trol system, which acts on the front and rear brakes independently. Operate the brakes with ABS as you would conventional brakes.
However, special tools are required, so please consult your To close the fuel tank cap Yamaha dealer. With the key still inserted, push down 1. Rear wheel sensor the fuel tank cap. Turn the key 1/4 turn ECA20100 2.
Instrument and control functions EAU13222 Fuel The fuel tank cap cannot be closed un- Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in less the key is in the lock. In addition, the tank. the key cannot be removed if the cap is EWA10882 WARNING not properly closed and locked.
1 1 1 Use only unleaded gasoline. The use EAU86081 of leaded gasoline will cause severe Your Yamaha engine was designed to damage to internal engine parts, use unleaded gasoline with a research such as the valves and piston rings, octane number of 90 or higher.
Instrument and control functions EAU13435 EAU93101 Catalytic converter Seats See page 7-11 for canister information. The exhaust system contains catalytic converter(s) to reduce harmful exhaust Passenger seat emissions. EWA10863 To remove the passenger seat WARNING 1. Insert the key into the seat lock, The exhaust system is hot after op- and then turn it clockwise.
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Instrument and control functions 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 1. Projection 1. Cover 1. Bolt 2. Seat holder 2. Quick fastener 4. Lift the seat rearward and up to re- 2. Insert the key into the seat lock, 2.
Instrument and control functions 5. Install the passenger seat. EAU39672 Rear view mirrors 1 1 1 The rear view mirrors of this vehicle Make sure that the seats are properly can be folded forward or backward for secured before riding. parking in narrow spaces.
Instrument and control functions EAU76345 Spring preload setting: Adjusting the front fork Minimum (soft): EWA14671 Distance A = 19.0 mm (0.75 in) WARNING Standard: Always adjust the spring preload on Distance A = 14.0 mm (0.55 in) Maximum (hard): both fork legs equally, otherwise Distance A = 4.0 mm (0.16 in) poor handling and loss of stability may result.
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Instrument and control functions tions, however such adjustments are ineffective and may damage 1 1 1 the suspension. Compression damping force The compression damping force is ad- justed on the left fork leg only. Turn the adjusting screw in direction (a) to increase the compression damping force.
Instrument and control functions tions, however such adjustments EAU91870 Adjusting the shock absorber are ineffective and may damage assembly the suspension. This shock absorber assembly is equipped with a spring preload adjust- ing ring and a rebound damping force 3 2 1 adjusting screw.
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When turning the damping force ad- to increase the rebound damping sembly yourself. Take the shock juster in direction (b), it may turn be- force. absorber assembly to a Yamaha yond stated specifications, Turn the adjusting screw in direction (b) dealer for any service.
EAU70642 EAU15306 DC connectors Sidestand Yamaha dealer repair it if it does not This vehicle is equipped with additional The sidestand is located on the left function properly. wiring and DC connector(s) for the in- side of the frame.
Instrument and control functions EAU44895 Ignition circuit cut-off system This system prevents in-gear engine starts unless the clutch lever is pulled and the sidestand is up. Also, it will stop the running engine should the sidestand be lowered while the trans- mission is in gear.
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The neutral switch may not be working. 6. Move the sidestand up. The motorcycle should not be ridden until 7. Pull the clutch lever. checked by a Yamaha dealer. 8. Shift transmission into gear. 9. Move the sidestand down. Does the engine stall? The sidestand switch may not be working.
• If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level. 7-14 • Check cooling system for leakage. • Check operation. • If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system. • Check brake pads for wear. Front brake • Replace if necessary.
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• Make sure that operation is smooth. • Check throttle grip free play. Throttle grip 7-17, 7-27 • If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust throttle grip free play and lubricate ca- ble and grip housing. • Make sure that operation is smooth. Control cables 7-26 •...
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• Tighten if necessary. Instruments, lights, signals • Check operation. — and switches • Correct if necessary. • Check operation of ignition circuit cut-off system. Sidestand switch 4-25 • If system is not working correctly, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle.
ECA10311 NOTICE there is a control or function you do not between 0 and 1600 km (1000 mi). For understand, ask your Yamaha dealer. this reason, you should read the fol- Keep the engine speed out of EWA10272 lowing material carefully.
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. tion. Turn the vehicle power off To start the engine 3. Shift the transmission into the and then back on again to cancel 1.
Operation and important riding points EAUN0073 EAU16675 ECA10262 Shifting NOTICE ECAN0072 When shifting, press the shift NOTICE pedal firmly until you feel the Do not ride through deep water, oth- gear shift is complete. erwise the engine may be damaged. ...
Operation and important riding points 3. Open the throttle gradually, and at 4. Once motorcycle EAU16811 Tips for reducing fuel con- the same time, release the clutch stopped, the transmission can be sumption lever slowly. shifted into the neutral position. Fuel consumption depends largely on 4.
Operation and important riding points EAU17214 Parking When parking, stop the engine, and then remove the key from the main switch. EWA10312 WARNING Since the engine and exhaust system can become very hot, park in a place where pedestri- ans or children are not likely to touch them and be burned.
To avoid possible burns, let tivities incorrectly may increase brake components cool before your risk of injury or death during touching them. service or while using the vehicle. If you are not familiar with vehicle ser- vice, have a Yamaha dealer perform service.
Tool kits If you do not have the tools or experi- ence required for a particular job, have your Yamaha dealer perform it for you. 1. Tool kit The on–board tool kit is in the location shown. Also, an additional tool kit was handed out separately at the time of vehicle purchase.
For 31000 km or 30 months, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 7000 km or 6 months. Items marked with an asterisk require special tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the ser- vice.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment INITIAL ODOMETER READINGS ANNUAL 1000 km 7000 km 13000 km 19000 km 25000 km ITEM ROUTINE CHECK 1 month 6 months 12 months 18 months 24 months • Check control system for dam- Evaporative emis- √ √...
Periodic maintenance and adjustment To install the cowling EAU18782 Removing and installing cowl- 1 1 1 1. Place cowling B in its original po- ings sition, and then install the bolts The cowlings shown need to be re- and nut. moved to perform some of the mainte- 2.
1/2 turn past finger tight. However, the Yamaha dealer. Since heat and depos- with a wire thickness gauge and, if spark plug should be tightened to the its will cause any spark plug to slowly necessary, adjusted to specification.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU36113 EAU93141 Canister Engine oil and oil filter car- 1 1 1 tridge The engine oil level should be checked before each ride. In addition, the oil must be changed and the oil filter car- tridge replaced at the intervals speci- fied in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment An oil filter wrench is available at a Yamaha dealer. 7. Apply a thin coat of clean engine oil to the O-ring of the new oil filter cartridge. 1. Engine oil filler cap 1. Engine oil drain bolt 2.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment Recommended engine oil: See page 9-1. Oil quantity: Oil change: 2.30 L (2.43 US qt, 2.02 Imp.qt) With oil filter removal: 2.60 L (2.75 US qt, 2.29 Imp.qt) 1 1 1 Be sure to wipe off spilled oil on any 1.
We form the periodic maintenance chart. gine off and have a Yamaha dealer teams of specialists in the fields of me- check the vehicle. Recommended coolant:...
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The coolant must be changed at the in- tervals specified in the periodic main- 1 1 1 tenance and lubrication chart. Have a Yamaha dealer change the coolant. WARNING! Never attempt to remove the radiator cap when the engine is 1. Coolant reservoir cap hot.
Yamaha dealer. placed at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication Engine idling speed: chart. Have a Yamaha dealer replace 1250–1450 r/min the air filter element more frequently if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas. However, the air filter check...
3.0–5.0 mm (0.12–0.20 in) proper tire pressure may cause se- Periodically check the throttle grip free vere injury or death from loss of play and, if necessary, have a Yamaha control. The tire air pressure must be dealer adjust it.
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The vehicle’s maximum load is the combined weight of the rider, pas- nail or glass fragments in it, or if the senger, cargo, and any accessories. sidewall is cracked, have a Yamaha dealer replace the tire immediately. EWA10512 WARNING Minimum tire tread depth (front and Never overload your vehicle.
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Brand-new tires can have a rel- After extensive tests, only the tires list- ed below have been approved for this atively poor grip on certain road model by Yamaha. surfaces until they have been 7-19...
Measure the clutch lever free play as clutch does not operate correctly, have note the following points regarding the shown. a Yamaha dealer check the internal specified wheels. The clutch mechanism. wheel...
Yamaha dealer. 1. No brake lever free play There should be no free play at the brake lever end. If there is free play, have a Yamaha dealer inspect the brake system. EWA14212 WARNING A soft or spongy feeling in the brake lever can indicate the presence of air in the hydraulic system.
EAU22393 EAU66670 Checking the front and rear Checking the brake fluid level Yamaha dealer replace the brake pads brake pads Before riding, check that the brake fluid as a set. is above the minimum level mark.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment Use only the specified brake flu- Rear brake fluid level goes down suddenly, have a id; otherwise, the rubber seals Yamaha dealer check the cause before may deteriorate, causing leak- further riding. 1 1 1 age.
EAU22734 EAU22762 Changing the brake fluid Drive chain slack Have a Yamaha dealer change the The drive chain slack should be brake fluid every 2 years. In addition, checked before each ride and adjusted have the seals of the master cylinders if necessary.
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3. Tighten the axle nut, and then EAU59921 To adjust the drive chain slack tighten the locknuts to the speci- Consult a Yamaha dealer before ad- fied torques. justing the drive chain slack. 1 1 1 1. Loosen the locknut at each end of...
If a cable is wet areas. Service the drive chain as damaged or does not move smoothly, follows. have a Yamaha dealer check or re- place it. WARNING! Damage to the ECA10584 NOTICE outer housing of cables may result...
In pedals should be checked before each addition, the cable should be lubricat- ride, and the pedal pivots should be lu- ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals bricated if necessary. specified in the periodic maintenance Brake pedal chart.
EWA10732 Clutch lever WARNING If the sidestand does not move up and down smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check or repair it. Otherwise, the sidestand could contact the ground and distract the operator, re- sulting in a possible loss of control.
The swingarm pivots must be lubricat- face and hold it in an upright posi- sion must be lubricated by a Yamaha ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals tion. WARNING! To avoid injury, dealer at the intervals specified in the...
[EWA10752] the periodic maintenance and lubrica- 2. Hold the lower ends of the front have a Yamaha dealer check or re- tion chart. If there is play in the wheel fork legs and try to move them for- pair it.
Electrolyte is poisonous and 3. Fully charge the battery before in- stallation. NOTICE: When install- Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat- dangerous since it contains sul- tery as soon as possible if it seems to ing the battery, be sure to turn furic acid, which causes severe have discharged.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment nect the positive lead before EAU59876 Replacing the fuses connecting the negative lead. The main fuse and the fuse boxes, [ECA16842] which contain the fuses for the individ- 4. After installation, make sure that ual circuits, are located under the rider the battery leads are properly con- seat.
If an LED light does not come on, Fuel injection system fuse: check the fuses and then have a 10.0 A Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. If the Backup fuse: license plate light does not come on, 7.5 A check and replace the bulb. (See page Accessory fuse: 10.0 A...
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU49722 EAU67131 Replacing a license plate light Supporting the motorcycle bulb 1. Remove the license plate light unit bolts. 1. License plate light bulb 4. Insert a new bulb into the socket. 1. Maintenance stand (example) 5.
The following troubleshooting charts represent quick and easy procedures for checking these vital systems your- self. However, should your motorcycle require any repair, take it to a Yamaha dealer, whose skilled technicians have the necessary tools, experience, and know-how to service the motorcycle properly.
Remove the spark plug and check the electrodes. The engine does not start. Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. Check the compression. 4. Compression The engine does not start. There is compression.
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Start the engine. If the engine overheats again, have a The coolant level Yamaha dealer check and repair the cooling system. is OK. If coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended cool- ant as soon as possible.
Be performance and extend the useful life sure to wash the underside and sure to consult a Yamaha dealer for of many components. Washing, clean- chassis parts after riding in such advice on what products to use be- ing, and polishing will also give you a areas.
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Motorcycle care and storage detergent applications such as 4. Pre-soak stubborn stains like in- been exposed to salt. Warm wa- those available in coin-operated sects or bird droppings with a wet ter will increase salt’s corrosive car washers. towel for a few minutes. properties.
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Motorcycle care and storage If necessary, clean the brake 3. Use a chrome polish to shine 8. When finished cleaning, start the chrome, aluminum, and stainless engine and let it idle for several discs and pads with brake steel parts. Often the thermally in- minutes to help dry any remaining cleaner or acetone.
Motorcycle care and storage 1. Make all necessary repairs and b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine EAU83472 Storage perform any outstanding mainte- oil into the spark plug bore. Always store the vehicle in a cool, dry nance. c. Install the spark plug cap onto place.
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Motorcycle care and storage wheels a little once a month in or- der to prevent the tires from be- coming degraded in one spot. 9. Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag to prevent moisture from entering it. 10. Remove the battery and fully charge it, or attach a maintenance charger to keep the battery opti- mally charged.
These identification numbers are needed when registering the vehicle with the authorities in your area and when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer. 1 1 1 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 1. Vehicle identification number 1. Engine serial number...
(See page 4-18.) Record the information on this label in the space provided. This infor- 1 1 1 mation will be needed when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer. 1. Diagnostic connector The diagnostic connector is located as shown. 10-2...
(3) other data showing the status of the vehicle such as diagnostic trouble code (DTC). The collected data will be uploaded to server at Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. by attaching a special Yamaha diagnostic tool to the vehicle, only when maintenance checks or service procedures are performed.
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