Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® 1. Introduction Important! Safety and Use WARNING! Personnel operating and maintaining the device must be familiar with all aspects of its operation and be proficient in maintenance. Such personnel should review the information in "Safety and Handling Instructions"...
User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® Notes, cautions, warnings and tips! Throughout the manual notes, cautions, and warnings are indicated with various icons and written in bold like the example below: CAUTION! Never use hard tools or abrasive materials when cleaning any part of the device.
Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® General description The Dansensor® Lippke VC1400 is an integrated package test system which can determine leaks in blister packages, glass vials and other flexible, semi-rigid or rigid packages by means of vacuum. The test system can be setup as a combination of the VC1400 device itself and one or more of the available accessories - see "Accessories"...
User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® Overview 5.7" colour touch display For intuitive operation of the device by use of explanatory icons and easy understandable text messages and buttons. Device name plate Holds device information such as device model, voltage, manufacturing date and serial number.
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Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® “POWER SUPPLY” For connection of the power supply delivered with the device. LAN/Ethernet port For connection to local computer network for external data collection (LAN Data dump). The port has 2 built-in status indicator LED’s. ...
User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® Supplied Parts The following items are included with the device: Power supply cable (5 pcs.) For connecting the power supply to a main power outlet. Below is an overview of which cable is to be used in which countries/areas*: ...
Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® Accessories A variety of accessory kits are available for the Dansensor® Lippke VC1400 test system. "8. Consumables and accessories" on page 95 for details. In addition to the selection of measurement accessory kits specially designed for testing of the most commonly used package types, the accessory list also includes other accessories that can be used separately or together with one or more of the measurement accessory kits.
User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® Desiccator The desiccator is basically a vacuum chamber, which is filled with a liquid, either methylene blue dye for blister pack tests or water for bubble tests. During a test, the test items are kept submerged in the liquid....
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Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® How does it work? 1. Place the test item(s) into the liquid and then place the disc on top of them to submerge them fully into the liquid. On flat lid versions the disc is mounted underneath the lid ...
User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® Dansensor® Lippke PU1400 pump unit The Dansensor® Lippke PU1400 is a stand-alone pump unit that makes the VC1400 independent of compressed air or an external vacuum system and can therefore be placed anywhere in the production environment. The unit is designed so that the VC1400 can be placed on top of it....
Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® 3. Connect the control cable between the “I/O CONTROL” connectors on the pump unit and the VC1400. 4. Connect the power cable with the provided power supply between a suitable power outlet and the device’s “POWER SUPPLY” connector. CAUTION! Always use the power supply that comes with the device....
Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® 2. Tests Test types Blue Dye test The Blue Dye test is used mainly in the pharmaceutical industry to leak test tablet blister packages. The tablet blister packages are submerged into a colored liquid (in most cases methylene blue) in the desiccator, and then exposed to vacuum.
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User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® Blue Dye test settings A Blue Dye test is defined using the following parameters: Parameters marked with an asterisk (*) are the only parameters that can be changed, when test definition has already been used for testing and if the parameter Settings ->...
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Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® Custom Fields * Select if one or more of the 4 custom fields are required for the current workflow - see "Custom Fields" on page 62 for details. P/N 390262-B 02/2022...
User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® Bubble test In a Bubble test, the test package is submerged into a liquid (in most cases clear water) in the desiccator, and then exposed to vacuum. The package should be monitored permanently throughout the test, and air bubbles coming out of the package will reveal if there is a leak in the package, as well as where this leak is located.
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Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® Bubble test settings A Bubble test is defined using the following parameters: Parameters marked with an asterisk (*) are the only parameters that can be changed, when test definition has already been used for testing and if the parameter Settings ->...
Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® 3. Setting Up Compressed air connections (“Vacuum Ejector” models only) Compressed air supply requirements The compressed air supply must be dry, clean and free from oil - see specifications in "Compressed air supply" on page We recommend to use our optional pressure regulator/filter unit which ensures that the air quality fulfills the required specifications - see "Pressure Regulator with filters"...
User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® Connecting hoses and cables NOTE! The device and the various accessories must be placed on an even and steady surface with sufficient working area for the type of packages to be tested. CAUTION! Make sure to place the device so that it is possible to easily switch off the power to the unit, either by means of the ON/OFF switch or by disconnecting the power supply from the device....
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Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® 4. Connect the compressed air supply hose to the “AIR PRESSURE” inlet connector - see "Compressed air supply" on page 92 for details. NOTE! Make sure that the hose between the device and the pressure regulator is max.
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User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® Items 8 to 10 only apply to “External Vacuum” models: 8. The noise filter is already fitted. Check that it is sufficiently tightened. 9. Connect the Ø6/4 mm vacuum hose from the external vacuum system or from the “VACUUM OUT”...
Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® 4. Operating Basics CAUTION! If the device has been stored in a cold location and then moved to a warmer location then at least one hour of acclimatization is required before switching on the unit. If operated in a cold and high humidity environment it is advisable to let the device heat up for 30 minutes after is has been switched on.
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User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® 4. If, however, login is required the Access menu appears. 5. Select User Login... ...and then either select a user from the User Login list or enter a valid User ID whatever is required. If login with PIN-code is required (see 87), enter the for the selected...
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Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® 9. The device will start a warm-up cycle... ... and when finished the display changes to show the test screen. 10. Now the device is ready to start a test. P/N 390262-B 02/2022...
User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® Touch screen Except for the ON/OFF button on the back of the device, all the buttons you use are virtual ones on the touch screen. CAUTION! The touch screen should only be finger touch operated. Pencils or metal tools can damage the touch sensitive film....
Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® The Test screen Test Definitions icon Pressing this icon will take you to the Test Definitions menu for quick selection of a test definition. "Selecting a Test definition" on page 42 for details. ...
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User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® User icon This icon shows the access level of the current user: Standard Test Operator Operator Supervisor Administrator Service "Access" on page 64 for details about users and access levels. Pressing this icon will log out the current user and take you to the Access screen from where you can select another user or login as Administrator.
Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® Menu navigation The graphic interface offers various elements for navigating through the menu structure: Sub-menu Open the associated sub-menu. Open Test Definition Select and open a test definition record. Return icon Return to the previous menu level.
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User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® Parameters Setting up of test definitions and various device settings involves the following parameter types: Alphanumeric E.g. PIN-codes, Test Definition- and user names. Tap item to open an alphanumeric keyboard to edit/enter text. "Typing"...
Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® Typing An on-screen keyboard appears automatically anytime you need to type. An alphanumeric keyboard appears when you must enter text, such as test definition- or user names while a numeric keyboard appears when typing numerical values only, such as PIN-codes. In the alphanumeric keyboard you can switch between upper- and lowercase characters, special characters, numbers or symbols, by tapping the appropriate keyboard selection key to the left of the...
It is possible to connect an external keyboard, which makes it easier to enter text. USB keyboards with cable or wireless transmitter can be used. MOCON Europe A/S does not offer keyboards. Bar-code scanner If a bar-code scanner is connected to the device, it can be used to scan bar-codes for test definition and user creation....
However, this requires the use of a USB hub, which is available with different numbers of USB connections. MOCON Europe A/S does not offer USB hubs. NOTE! Some USB devices (f.ex. bar-code scanners) have a larger power...
User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® Pop-up messages Three types of messages may occur: Info Warning Error Generally the Info and Warning messages are self explanatory and relates to user interface interaction. They must be acknowledged by tapping or by tapping to decide how to proceed.
Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® Get started When you start the device for the first time and before you start making measurements, it is recommended that you perform some basic device settings. NOTE! To be able to change device settings you must change the device to “Administrator”...
User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® Testing Selecting a Test definition 1. In the test screen..tap the icon in the top left corner. This will bring up the Test Definition Type screen. This screen can also be reached by tapping the icon in the bottom right corner to go to the Main Menu, and then selecting...
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Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® 5. Once you have found the required test definition, tap it to select it and return to the test screen. Select test definition using a bar-code scanner 1. The device must be ready and show the test screen. 2.
User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® Performing a workflow/test 1. Prepare the test item using the appropriate test setup. 2. Connect printer if required. 3. Select appropriate test definition - see "Selecting a Test definition" on page 4. When the device is ready, the display will show one of the screens below. 5.
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Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® 9. If another custom field is required, this could, for example, be selection between 2 predefined options, e.g. packaging machines. Make your selection and press 10. When display changes to... ... press the button to start the test. 11.
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User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® 12. When the test is completed, the result of the test must be determined. For Blue Dye tests, it must be examined whether the coloured liquid has penetrated into any defective blisters of the test subject. The result of a Bubble test is basically determined by seeing if bubbles came out of the package or not....
Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® Error messages NOTE! The error message list below is not complete but describes the possible errors that the daily user has an opportunity to respond to and correct. Other error messages may occur, but these will most often require a greater technical insight into the device or that you contact your assigned service provider (see "Service"...
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User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® Message Problem Solution 3113 Overshoot more than XXX The pressure in the Ensure that the package is package became higher restrained, if needed. that the set point. Do not touch the package when the Lippke is inflating the package....
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Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® Message Problem Solution 3308 Failed to communicate No LAN connection when If you do not want to use with data logging server the device tried to send Network Logging: data. Disable Network Logging. If you want to use Network logging:...
Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® 5. Cleaning and Maintenance General NOTE! Performing cleaning and maintenance regularly reduces the chances of equipment failure. CAUTION! Personnel performing any maintenance or cleaning must familiarize themselves with the "Safety and Handling Instructions" on page 97 before attempting any of these procedures.
User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® Pressure regulator with filters (“Vacuum Ejector” models only) The filters in the optional pressure regulator unit should be replaced at regular intervals or if they are soiled. 1. Unscrew the filter bowl 2. Replace filter: ...
Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® Hoses All hoses should be disconnected regularly and blown through using compressed air. NOTE! When using compressed air for cleaning, make sure that air is clean, dry and oil free. P/N 390262-B 02/2022...
Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® 6. Menus and Settings Main menu Tapping the icon in the lower right corner of the test screen takes you to the Main Menu. Please note that the access level of the current user determines which features and menus are available - see "Access levels"...
User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® Workflow A workflow is set up as a combination of a test definition, the actual testing and a number of predefined custom fields. During the workflow the custom fields allow the user to enter optional texts or numbers and/or to select from a list of predefined text strings....
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Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® Edit Edit an existing test definition. Test definition settings are described in "New" on page Most of the test definition parameters can only be edited if no tests have been performed using the test definition or if the parameter Settings ->...
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User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® Select (as active) This function allows you to select the test definition, you wish to use to perform a test. 1. Selecting Select (as active) brings up the Test Definition Type screen. 2. Select the appropriate type of test ex. Blue Dye. 3.
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Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® Creates a new test definition with default settings. TIP! If a new test definition will be very similar to an existing test definition, you might want to use the “Copy” function. An explanation of the parameters for the test definition types can be found here: Blue Dye - see "Blue Dye test settings"...
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User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® Find and Filter Find and Filter functions can be helpful if you have a large number of test definitions thus making scrolling through the list quite time consuming. The functions can be used separately, or combined as described below: 1.
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Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® 5. Now tap the icon to bring up the Filter screen. 6. If required select the Standard Test filtering parameter. Make required setting, then press the key. 7. Now you can see the selected Standard Test filter setting. Press the key to return to the list of test definitions that meet the search- and filter criteria.
User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® Custom Fields Use the custom fields to add various information about a specific measurement during a measurement workflow. The data entries are saved together with the measurement result. 4 custom fields are available, each of which can be individually defined with a name and an input type.
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Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® When type is set to Presets you have the possibility to define up to 4 different text fields. When prompted during the measuring workflow, you must select either of the preset text fields from the list. Use Previous Value If enabled, the previous entered value will already be filled in, when the appropriate entry keyboard appears....
User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® Access From the Access menu the various users and their access levels are created and managed. This is also where the default Administrator can log in and change and reset PIN-codes. "Access levels" on page 65 for details about the various access levels and the associated rights.
Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® Access levels The various access levels and the associated rights are described below: NOTE! A higher level of access always has all rights from lower access levels. Standard Test Basic user. Operator Can only perform tests on workflows/test definitions marked as ...
User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® User Administration From here the user database is maintained. You can edit the settings for an existing user, create new users or delete users. Edit Edit an existing user. User settings are described in "New"...
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Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® Creates a new, blank user. The total number of users that can be created is 100. The following parameters can be set for a user: User Name A unique user name (up to 25 characters). User ID Unique user identification code (up to 25 characters).
User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® Change PIN-code NOTE! Only available when logged in using a PIN-code. Use this function to change the PIN-code required for logging in. To change the PIN-code do the following: 1. From the Access menu select Change PIN-code....
Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® Reset User PIN-code (Administrator only) Use this function to reset a PIN-code to the default ("000000" for an Administrator, and "123456" for all other users). NOTE! The reset functionality cannot be used to reset the PIN-code for the default Administrator.
User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® Data From the Data menu you can read out and manage measurement data for selected test definitions and error and event log data. The device can store log data for more than 1,000,000 tests. Data menu holds the following items: Parameters marked with an asterisk (*) are only available when logged in as “Administrator”.
Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® Test Log From the Test Log screen you can read out and manage the test log data for selected test definitions. Test Log menu holds the following items: Active test definition The test definition currently selected for data management. The field also shows the current number of data logs for the test definition....
User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® Collected data Selecting Collected data from the Test Log menu will display a list of the logged measurement data for the selected test definition. The list shows the following information about each log: Number of log entries for the selected test definition ...
Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® Export Selecting Export from the Data menu will display a screen showing the available export functions. NOTE! The export functions require that you insert a USB-stick in the device’s USB- port (labelled Export Test Log Exports all test data logs (as text file).
User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® Service Service menu holds the following items: Service Point Info Displays the company information for your appointed service provider. (Can be changed by a Service Technician). Information Opens the Information screen. "Information" on page 75 for details.
Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® Information Information screen holds general information about the device. Serial no. Shows the device’s serial number. Firmware Version Shows the firmware version currently installed on the device. Number of tests Shows the total number of tests performed. Next calibration Shows the number of days left until the device should be calibrated.
User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® Diagnostics Diagnostics screen holds various internal device parameters. The parameters can only be read and not changed. Vacuum Inlet vacuum (U1) Currently measured inlet pressure. Desiccator vacuum (U3) Currently measured vacuum in the desiccator. Pressure sensor block...
Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® Test & Adjustments Test & Adjustments functions can be used to perform various tests. Vacuum Test Opens the Vacuum Test screen. "Vacuum Test" on page 78 for details. System Test Opens the System Test screen. "System Test"...
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User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® Vacuum Test The Vacuum Test function is primarily to be used for checking the tightness of the assembled system. 1. Make sure that the vacuum/air pressure hose is properly connected between the device and the air pressure or vacuum source and that the sense hose , and the vacuum ...
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Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® 6. The Vacuum Test screen shows the currently set test vacuum. To set another test pressure, press Test vacuum... ...then enter the required test vacuum (ex. 600 mbar) and press 7. Press the button to start the test. 8.
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User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® System Test The System Test function can be used to test the main functions of the device. NOTE! The function should typically be used to check the current values for a fully installed test system, ready to perform tests. 1.
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Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® On a countdown from 20 sec, this value is calculated and shows how the system is leaking. Too high leakage could indicate a defective or misplaced O-ring. Exhaust time: At vacuum release this value shows the time to reach atmospheric pressure again. Too long time could indicate a blocked exhaust line.
User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® Settings Selecting Settings from the Main Menu will display a menu with available set-up parameters. The menu holds the following items: Export Opens the Export screen "Export" on page 83 for details. Import Opens the Import screen...
Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® Export Selecting Export from the Settings menu will display a screen showing the various export functions. NOTE! The export functions require that you insert a USB-stick in the device’s USB- port (labelled NOTE! We recommend to use the various export functions to make backups regularly so that files can be restored in case of a PCB breakdown....
User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® Import Selecting Import from the Settings menu will display a screen showing the various import functions. NOTE! The import functions require that you insert a USB-stick with the required files in the device’s USB-port (labelled )....
Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® Network Network screen holds the parameters for the Ethernet/LAN connection. DHCP It is possible to choose between a fixed (static) IP-address or a DHCP (dynamic) IP- address, where the device’s network settings are assigned from a DHCP server on the network.
User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® Network Logging Network Logging screen holds the parameters for the network logging function. If enabled, the function sends a data string through a LAN connection for each measurement. NOTE! Always consult your network administrator before making network settings, as incorrect settings can result in reduced or no network activity....
Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® Login Setting up of the login function. User Login You can choose between 3 types of user login: Not required At start-up the device initializes and when finished it changes to show the test screen, ready for measuring....
User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® Device Device screen holds some basic device setup parameters. Language When selecting a language all text throughout the menus will be displayed in this language Use State Mark Select whether or not the State function should be used for test definitions/workflows.
Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® Date/Time Date/Time screen holds the time and date setup parameters. Time Setting of current time (hh:mm) Time format Setting of time format (12h or 24h) Date Setting of current date (using Date format) Date format Setting of date format (DD/MM/YYYY or MM/DD/YYYY) Time, Date and Date format are related to the real time clock setting in the device....
Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® 7. Technical Information Technical specifications Mechanical specifications Dimensions 185 x 284 x 236.5 mm (7.3 x 11.2 x 9.3”) (H x W x D) Weight Unpacked: 4.3 kg (9.5 lbs) Crated: 6.6 kg (14.6 lbs) IP Class IP 20 Electrical specifications...
User Guide Dansensor Lippke VC1400 ® Compressed air supply (“Vacuum Ejector” models only) Hose dimensions Ø6/4 mm Air supply pressure 4.5 - 6.0 bar Air consumption Max. 60 l/min. Air quality Dry, clean and free from oil Compliant with DIN ISO 8573-1:2010 [4:4:3] Ensure that the used hose type is appropriate for the required pressure...
Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® Pressure sensors NOTE! The pressure sensors are temperature controlled to 45°C and up to 10 minutes of heating time after power on is required before measurements can be performed. Range 0 - 1000 mbar Resolution Displayed resolution: 1 mbar...
O-Ring, NBR 70 13x2mm (5 Pcs.) Ser. Cpl ........P/N 390296 Printer All measurement data can be printed continuously on a connected USB-printer. MOCON Europe A/S does not offer printers, but we have tested the following printers and can therefore recommend these: Epson TM-T20II Series Epson TM-U220B Series...
Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® Appendix Safety and Handling Instructions WARNING! Personnel operating and maintaining the device must be familiar with all aspects of its operation and be proficient in maintenance. Such personnel should review the following precautions to promote safety awareness....
If device is damaged, malfunctions, or comes in contact with liquid, contact your authorized MOCON Dansensor service provider. Cables If using other third-party cables and power plugs, make sure that they are compatible with ...
Dansensor Lippke VC1400 User Guide ® Operating/storing temperatures The device is designed to be operated and stored in the temperatures ranges as specified in "Basic specifications" on page 92. The device can be damaged if stored or operated outside of these temperature ranges. Avoid exposing the device to dramatic changes in temperature or humidity.
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