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Operation and Safety Manual Original Instructions - Keep this manual with the machine at all times. Model(s) 15/20MVL 15/20MSP ANSI 3121230 June 29, 2018 - Rev L...
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WARNING Operating, servicing and maintaining this vehicle or equipment can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the engine except as necessary, service your vehicle or equipment in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing.
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The purpose of this manual is to provide owners, users, operators, lessors, and lessees with the precautions and operating procedures essential for the safe and proper machine operation for its intended purpose. Due to continuous product improvements, JLG Industries, Inc. reserves the right to make specification changes without prior notification. Contact JLG Industries, Inc. for updated information.
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INDICATES INFORMATION OR A COMPANY POLICY THAT RELATES AVOIDED, COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. THIS DECAL DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY TO THE SAFETY OF PERSONNEL OR PRO- WILL HAVE AN ORANGE BACKGROUND. TECTION OF PROPERTY. – JLG Lift – 3121230...
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Your Local JLG Office JLG INDUSTRIES, INC. MUST BE NOTIFIED IMMEDIATELY IN ALL (See addresses on inside of manual cover) INSTANCES WHERE JLG PRODUCTS HAVE BEEN INVOLVED IN AN ACCI- In USA: DENT INVOLVING BODILY INJURY OR DEATH OF PERSONNEL OR...
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Revised H - November 24, 2010 Revised I - February 24, 2012 Revised J - December 5, 2013 Revised K - December 20, 2013 Revised L - June 29, 2018 - Revised Covers, Prop 65 – JLG Lift – 3121230...
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3-6. Forklift Truck Lifting Pockets and 15MVL/MSP - Machine Maximum Machine Tie Down Loop Locations... . . 3-35 Wheel Loads (Lb.) and (PSI) - Per Wheel....5-4 3-7.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS LISTED IN THIS MAN- this manual. UAL COULD RESULT IN MACHINE DAMAGE, PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. • Use the machine in a manner which is within the scope of its intended application set by JLG. 3121230 – JLG Lift –...
MADE ONLY WITH PRIOR WRITTEN PERMISSION FROM THE MANUFACTURER • This machine can be operated in temperatures of 0° F to 104° F (-20° C to 40° C). Consult JLG for operation outside • Do not operate any machine on which the safety or instruc- this range.
Trip and Fall Hazard stock picking. • JLG Industries, Inc. recommends that the operator in the • Never operate a machine that is not working properly. If a platform wear approved fall protection attached to an malfunction occurs, shut down the machine.
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“three point contact” with the machine, using two hands and one foot or two feet and one hand at all times • Before operating the machine, make sure all railing and during entry and exit. gates are fastened in their proper position. – JLG Lift – 3121230...
These barriers shall not be part of (or attached to) the machine. The minimum approach distance shall be reduced to a distance within the designed working dimensions of the insulating barrier. This determination shall be made by 3121230 – JLG Lift –...
• The user should be familiar with the surface before driving. energized equipment Do not exceed the allowable sideslope and grade while driving. DO NOT MANEUVER MACHINE OR PERSONNEL INSIDE PROHIBITED ZONE (MAD). ASSUME ALL ELECTRICAL PARTS AND WIRING ARE ENERGIZED UNLESS KNOWN OTHERWISE. – JLG Lift – 3121230...
• During operation, keep all body parts inside platform rail- ing. • Always post a lookout when driving in areas where vision is obstructed. 3121230 – JLG Lift –...
Disconnect power to overhead cranes. • Refer to the Machine Operation section of this manual for • Warn personnel not to work, stand, or walk under a raised lifting information. platform. Position barricades on floor as necessary. – JLG Lift – 3121230...
5. Enough knowledge of the mechanical operation of the machine to recognize a malfunction. 6. The safest means to operate the machine where over- head obstructions, other moving equipment, and obstacles, depressions, holes, drop-offs are present. 3121230 – JLG Lift –...
SECTION 2 - PREPARATION AND INSPECTION PREPARATION, INSPECTION, AND MAINTENANCE The following table covers the periodic machine inspections and maintenance recommended by JLG Industries, Inc. Consult local regulations for further requirements for aerial work plat- forms. The frequency of inspections and maintenance must be...
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NOTE: Inspection forms are available from JLG. Use the Service and Maintenance Manual to perform inspections. NOTICE JLG INDUSTRIES, INC. RECOGNIZES A QUALIFIED JLG MECHANIC AS A PERSON WHO HAS SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED THE JLG SERVICE TRAINING SCHOOL FOR THE SPECIFIC JLG PRODUCT MODEL.
If optional equipment is installed on this machine refer to Sec- 4. Daily Walk-Around Inspection – (See Section 2.4) tion 3 for specific Pre-Start Inspection and Operation instruc- tions. 5. Battery – Charge as required. – JLG Lift – 3121230...
1. Drive and Caster Wheels - Check for any debris stuck power cables (on side of mast); power cables properly to or around wheels. tensioned and seated in sheaves; cable sheaves rotat- ing freely. 3121230 – JLG Lift –...
• Tilt Warning Limit - With the platform completely erly. lowered, drive the machine onto a surface with a tilt of more than 1.5° in any direction (do not exceed rated gradeability). The machine will indicate a tilt 3121230 – JLG Lift –...
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1.5 to 2 ft. (.5m) drive speed is d. Ensure all machine functions are disabled when the cut to 1/4 of platform lowered drive speed. Emergency Stop Button is activated (pressed in). – JLG Lift – 3121230...
SECTION 3. MACHINE CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND OPERATION GENERAL MACHINE DESCRIPTION The JLG MVL/MSP Model Lifts are electric self-propelled machines with an aerial work platform mounted to an elevating THE MANUFACTURER HAS NO DIRECT CONTROL OVER MACHINE APPLICA- aluminum mast mechanism. The personnel lift’s intended pur- TION AND OPERATION.
TURERS’ SPECIFIC PRECAUTIONS SUCH AS RECOMMENDED RATES OF CHARGE in the RESET position. AND REMOVING OR NOT REMOVING CELL CAPS WHILE CHARGING. • If equipped, the On/Off Key Switch on the Platform Console must be set to the ON position. – JLG Lift – 3121230...
(a) To maximize battery life, it is recommended that the factory supplied batteries be charged continuously for a minimum of 4 hours or until 8 bars are lit on the ground station LCD Display before operating the machine. When drained to Warning Level 2 or 3, batteries must be charged until 8 bars are lit on the ground station LCD display to clear the fault code. 3121230 – JLG Lift –...
3-wire 12 input voltage (the higher, the better), and ambient AWG cord. temperatures (the lower, the better). If the input AC voltage is low (below 104VAC), then the charging – JLG Lift – 3121230...
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[2 FLASH] Battery Voltage Low: auto-recover. Indi- cates either a battery pack failure, battery pack is not connected to charger, or battery volts per cell is less than 0.5 VDC. Check the battery pack and battery pack connections. 3121230 – JLG Lift –...
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Fault 6 is again dis- played after interrupting AC power for at least 10 sec- onds, the charger must be brought to a qualified service depot. – JLG Lift – 3121230...
To Engage manually DISENGAGED (electrically) using the the Brake Emergency Stop Release Button. If the machine’s batteries are completely depleted of elec- trical charge the brakes cannot be released manually. 3121230 – JLG Lift –...
Manual Descent Control Valve PUSH IN - PUSH-IN TO TO ELEVATE Platform LOWER Platform RELEASE - TO STOP ELEVATING Platform Down PUSH IN - TO LOWER Platform RELEASE TO - STOP Platform RELEASE - Descent TO STOP LOWERING 3121230 – JLG Lift –...
3. Hour Meter Display 4. Fault Code Indicator 5. Fault Text Message Display (a) Note: (a) When an Fault Code is indicated the LCD screen will alternate between the text and symbol display modes. 3-10 – JLG Lift – 3121230...
TO BE RECYCLED TO RESET THE GROUND CONTROL STATION. LIFT DOWN Disabled Both LIFT UP and LIFT DOWN Disabled Drive Speed Cut-Back - Turtle) Mode Engaged (When Platform is Elevated) Battery Charger (AC) Plugged In 3121230 – JLG Lift – 3-11...
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(Platform Elevated) Pot Hole Protection Bar 00000.0 DRIVE and Lift UP Disabled Right PHP Bar UP Lower the Platform and Check the (Platform Elevated) Right Pot Hole Protection Bar 00000.0 DRIVE and Lift UP Disabled 3-12 – JLG Lift – 3121230...
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Operating Pump Motor Over Current Platform Load Over Capacity (LIFT UP Disabled) 00000.0 Both PHP Bars UP Check for Object Blocking Both the DRIVE and Lift UP Disabled Left and Right PHP Bars 00000.0 3121230 – JLG Lift – 3-13...
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The fault conditions shown above are fault conditions which the Operator may be able to resolve. Should a fault occur and be displayed on the LCD screen which cannot be corrected at the Oper- ator’s level, the problem must be referred to a qualified JLG mechanic. A complete table of Fault Codes is listed in the TroubleShooting Section of the Service and Maintenance Manual.
(key) OFF position, or activating the Emergency Stop Button on or the emergency stop/power down button on either the the platform control console. platform controller or the ground control station. 3-16 – JLG Lift – 3121230...
POWER ON TURN CLOCKWISE and RELEASE to RESET Emergency Stop Figure 3-3. Platform Control Display Panel. 1. Battery Charge/Flash Code 3. Lift Mode Indicator LEDS 4. Drive Speed Setting 2. Drive Mode Indicator Indicator 3121230 – JLG Lift – 3-17...
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Station. Fault codes are also accompanied by a beeping alert from the platform control console. NOTE: LED Flash (Fault) Code indications that can be corrected by the operator are shown on Table 3-2 on page 3-12, this section of the manual. 3-18 – JLG Lift – 3121230...
DESCRIPTION WHEN DRIVING WITH THE PLATFORM LOWERED (STOWED). the desired direction of travel. Drive power is WHEN THE PLATFORM IS ELEVATED DRIVE ONLY ON A SMOOTH, FIRM, AND applied proportionally the LEVEL SURFACE. further the joystick is moved off center. 3-20 – JLG Lift – 3121230...
SECTION 3 - MACHINE CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND OPERATION SMOOTH, FIRM AND LEVEL SIDESLOPE DO NOT DRIVE MACHINE ON A GRADE OR SIDESLOPE EXCEEDING THOSE SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5 - MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS Figure 3-4. Machine Operating Specifications 3121230 – JLG Lift – 3-21...
2. Platform LIFT DOWN Direc- tion 3. Platform LIFT UP Direction Within 5 seconds of activa- tion - ENGAGE and HOLD the JOYSTICK ENABLE LEVER then move the joystick in the direction of LIFT (3) OR LOWER (2). 3-22 – JLG Lift – 3121230...
(FEWER LEDs Lit up on the Drive Speed Indica- tor.) Each PRESS on this side of the switch will INCREASE maximum drive speed. (MORE LEDs Lit up on the Drive Speed Indicator.) 3121230 – JLG Lift – 3-23...
OFF position (centered). form as well as the various components of the platform. NOTE: If required, charge batteries in preparation for next work day. 3-24 – JLG Lift – 3121230...
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1. Sliding Side Entry Gate 3. Lanyard Attach Point - 1. Front Gull-Wing Entry Gate 3. Lanyard Attach Point - 2. Platform Control Console (Left side on mast) 2. Entry Gate Latch (Left side on mast) 3121230 – JLG Lift – 3-25...
Releasing the handles will latch the 1. Swing Side Entry Gates 3. Platform Control Console gates when closed. 2. Lanyard Attach Point - (on side of 4. Material Tray mast or lug at right rear upper rail) 3-26 – JLG Lift – 3121230...
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4. Platform Control Console 2. Entry Gate Latch 5. Platform Control Console 2. Lanyard Attach Point (on mast) 5. Sliding Extendible Section 3. Lanyard Attach Point (on mast) 6. Sliding Extendible Section 3. Extension Slide/Lock Handle 3121230 – JLG Lift – 3-27...
THE OPERATOR MUST WEAR A FULL BODY HARNESS EQUIPPED WITH A LAN- YARD SHORT ENOUGH TO PREVENT A FALL FROM THE PLATFORM. THE LAN- YARD MUST BE ATTACHED TO THE AUTHORIZED LANYARD POINT. ALSO, JLG RECOMMENDS THAT CE SPECIFICATION MACHINES EQUIPPED WITH THE STOCKPICKER PLATFORM ARE ONLY TO BE USED FOR STOCKPICKING APPLI- CATIONS.
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2. Open Rail Configuration work area. (See Caution on previous page about fall protection requirements). 3. Platform Control Console attached to fixed side-rail in the rear of the platform. 3121230 – JLG Lift – 3-29...
SECTION 3 - MACHINE CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND OPERATION FALL PROTECTION - LANYARD ATTACHMENT JLG INDUSTRIES, INC. RECOMMENDS THE OPERATOR IN THE PLATFORM WEAR A FULL BODY HARNESS WITH A LANYARD ATTACHED TO AN AUTHO- RIZED LANYARD ANCHORAGE POINT. The lanyard attach point for MVL/MSP machines depends on the type of platform attached to the machine.
3. Attach platform control console to platform rail. Quick-Change Platform Mounting ENSURE ALL PINS AND FASTENERS ARE INSTALLED AND SECURE PRIOR TO 1. Upper Platform Mount 3. Lower Platform Mount OPERATION. 2. Upper Mount Attach Pins 4. Lower Mount Pins 3121230 – JLG Lift – 3-31...
FROM THE HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR. The machine may be winched onto a tilted roll-back truck bed (see important note following) which has been rolled back to ground level. Disengage the brakes and always winch (pull) 3-32 – JLG Lift – 3121230...
2. The chain should be securely tightened with a force of approximately 100 lb. applied two feet from the pivot handle. Figure 3-5. Crane Hook Accessory 1. Crane Hook Attachment 2. Back of Mast 3121230 – JLG Lift – 3-33...
NOTE: Fork-lift trucks must be capable of handling the gross weight of the machine, see Section 5, GENERAL SPECIFI- CATIONS AND OPERATOR MAINTENANCE of this manual for machine specifications. 3-34 – JLG Lift – 3121230...
2. Ground Control Station 2. ACCEPT (Amber LED) 5. OFF Switch Note: (a) Machines with bolt on (fixed) covers, the PSL 3. PROGRAM (Red LED) 6. ON Switch Switch is mounted on outside of right cover. 3-36 – JLG Lift – 3121230...
1. At the Ground Control Station set the main power selector switch to the OFF position. 2. Press the OFF button on the PSL keypad. No LEDs on the PSL box will be lit. 3121230 – JLG Lift – 3-37...
Should the OSS falsely detect an obstruction, the system can be overridden by pressing and holding the horn button while operating the platform lowering controls. ALWAYS CHECK THE AREA UNDER THE PLATFORM IS CLEAR OF OBSTRUC- TIONS BEFORE LOWERING THE PLATFORM. 3-38 – JLG Lift – 3121230...
(a) The LED Indicator will flash when an object is detected at each sensor. Remove object and allow the LED to stop flashing before testing next sensor. Figure 3-10. OSS - Pre-Start Inspection of Operation. 3-40 – JLG Lift – 3121230...
The following is a description for use of the Rug Carrier acces- sory in hanging rugs on horizontal pivoting arm display racks. NOTE: The Rug Carrier accessory is available only on the JLG MSP 1. Select the intended location in the display for mount- model and is not authorized for use with any other JLG lift.
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Lock into Position Positioning Carpet Roll On Rug Carrier 1. Center Carpet on Arms 3. Platform Front 2. Rest on Arms Here (a) Note: (a) Maximum Capacity of Arms - 150 lb. (68kg) 3-42 – JLG Lift – 3121230...
1. Roll Rug onto Rug Carrier while Elevating Platform 9. Remove the rug from the Rug Carrier Accessory. If 2. Rug Carrier in Carry Position required, use an assistant to unload the rug from the Rug Carrier Accessory Arms. 3121230 – JLG Lift – 3-43...
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WHEN DRIVING WITH A RUG WITHIN THE RUG CARRIER ACCESSORY, THE RUG MUST BE PROPERLY SECURED TO PREVENT INADVERTENT MOTION OR MOVEMENT OF THE RUG AND MUST NOT EXCEED THE RATED CAPACITY OF THE RUG CARRIER ACCESSORY. 3-44 – JLG Lift – 3121230...
NOTE: The stock-picker hanger accessory is available only on the THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF PERSONNEL, MATERIALS, EQUIPMENT PLUS ANY JLG MSP model and is not authorized for use with any LOAD ON THE HANGER ARM ACCESSORY MUST NOT EXCEED THE MAXIMUM other JLG lift.
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2. Lock Pin (Stowed Position) 1. Mounting Bracket 4. Lock Pin (Carry Position) 2. Hanger Arm (Carry Position) 5. Hanger Arm Strap 3. Capacity Decal (a) Notes: (a) Maximum load capacity of hanger is 100 lb. (45kg). 3-46 – JLG Lift – 3121230...
This section explains the steps to be taken in case of an emer- JLG Industries, Inc. must be notified immediately of any incident gency situation during operation. involving a JLG product. Even if no injury or property damage is evident, the factory should be contacted by telephone and pro- EMERGENCY OPERATION vided with all necessary details.
The maintenance portion of this section is intended as infor- mation to assist the machine operator to perform daily main- tenance tasks only, and does not replace the more thorough Preventive Maintenance and Inspection Schedule included in the Service and Maintenance Manual. 3121230 – JLG Lift –...
29.25 in.- W x 52 in.- L (74cm) x (132cm) Maximum Wind Speed: 28 mph (12.5 m/s) - ANSI/CSA 0 mph (0kph) - CE/AUSTRALIA Maximum Horizontal Manual Side Force: 45 Pound Force (200 Newtons) (Platform fully extended with Maximum load) – JLG Lift – 3121230...
SECTION 5 - GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS AND OPERATOR MAINTENANCE Machine Wheel Loads and PSI - Per Wheel Table 5-1. 15MVL/MSP - Machine Maximum Wheel Loads (Lb.) and (PSI) - Per Wheel. 15MVL 15MSP Platform Type Average Maximum Average Maximum (Loaded to Max.
22.5 sec. (in seconds) (w/max. rated load) Lift Down: 15 - 21 sec. 21 - 26 sec. 15 - 21 sec. 21 - 26 sec. NOTE: (1) Standard unless equipped with optional 14 ft. Limiter circuit. 3121230 – JLG Lift –...
66 lb. (30 kg) - 6 Volt - 4 Battery System Serial Number Locations For machine identification, a serial number plate is affixed to the machine. The plate is located on the back of the mast, just above the mast support bracket. – JLG Lift – 3121230...
WHEEL LUG NUTS MUST BE INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED AT THE PROPER TORQUE TO PREVENT LOOSE WHEELS, BROKEN LUG NUTS, AND POSSIBLE SEPARATION OF WHEEL FROM THE AXLE. BE SURE TO USE ONLY THE LUG NUTS MATCHED TO THE CONE ANGLE OF THE WHEEL. 3121230 – JLG Lift –...
4. Wheel lug nuts should be torqued after the first 50 hours of operation and after each wheel removal. Check torque every 3 months or 150 hours of opera- tion. Figure 5-1. Wheel Lug Nut Tightening Sequence 5-10 – JLG Lift – 3121230...
+20°F (–7°C) JLG recommends using Mobil DTE 13 hydraulic oil. Aside from JLG recommendations, it is not advisable to mix oils of different brands or types, as they may not contain the same required additives or be of comparable viscosities. If use of hydraulic oil other than Mobilfluid 424 is desired, contact JLG Industries for proper recommendations.
(c)Prior to checking hydraulic oil level, operate machine through one complete cycle of lift function (full up and down). Failure to do so will result in incorrect oil level reading on the hydraulic reservoir. 3121230 – JLG Lift – 5-13...
• Set Language - Selects the language that text on the LCD screen will be displayed. • Set Sleep Time - Allows setting the length of time the machine will remain powered up without control input before powering itself down. 5-14 – JLG Lift – 3121230...
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LCD to continuously display the Obstruction Sensing System (OSS) Diagnostics until turned back off (NO)..the machine will function normally, but only the OSS Diagnostics screen will display until this setting is re-set to the off (NO) position. 3121230 – JLG Lift – 5-15...
NO (a) YES/NO Enable Detection of Beacon Open Circuit NO (a) YES/NO Forward Alarm Disable YES/NO OSS Diagnostics YES/NO Notes: (a) MSP Models this feature is standard equipment and preset to YES at factory. 5-16 – JLG Lift – 3121230...
Ground Control or Platform Control Mode. 3. Release the Brake Release Button (1) after machine is pow- ered up. The LCD display should now display five zeros, one with a box around. Continue to next step Entering Password. 3121230 – JLG Lift – 5-17...
3. Platform DOWN button (3) decreases the numerical digit. then move on to Selecting Programmable Item to adjust. 4. Change all five digits (4) to match password level, then press the Brake Release button (1) again. 5-18 – JLG Lift – 3121230...
Brake Release button (2) to enter that settings’ and return you to the Programmable Settings Menu. adjustment mode. TO EXIT Programming Mode after adjusting programmable settings, power machine down with either the Main Power Selector Switch or Emergency Stop Button. 3121230 – JLG Lift – 5-19...
The Platform Control LEDs will indicate this warning with 8 and the Ground Control Station is programmed to reset the flashing LEDs and an intermittent beep. Brush Wear - Warning Timer per the Service and Maintenance Manual. 5-20 – JLG Lift – 3121230...
The vibration total value to which the hand-arm system is subjected does not exceed 2,5 m/s2. The highest root mean square value of weighted acceleration to which the whole body is subjected does not exceed 0,5 m/s2. 3121230 – JLG Lift – 5-21...
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SECTION 5 - GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS AND OPERATOR MAINTENANCE NOTES: 5-22 – JLG Lift – 3121230...
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