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- Page 1 Instruction manual SMART PRO Climatic chambers with a cooling system based on Peltier effect models: KKP 240, KKP 750 Before using the equipment, please read carefully this instruction manual! Version 1.10 Issued 29.08.2023...
- Page 2 Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO Manufacturer's address: POL-EKO A.Polok-Kowalska sp.k. ul. Kokoszycka 172 C 44-300 Wodzisław Śląski Country of origin: Polska As a manufacturer, we inform you that we took the necessary measures to ensure that this unit fully meets your expecta- tions and is reliable for a long period of use.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO Contents: INTENDED USE AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR THE USER ............5 PACKAGE CONTENTS ..........................6 BEFORE THE FIRST USE ..........................6 3.1. Installation of a water tank in the KKP climatic chamber ................ 8 3.2. Installation of shelves .......................... - Page 4 Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO 6.13. Event log ............................. 49 6.14. Info .............................. 52 6.15. Users ............................53 6.15.1. Creating / editing a user ........................54 6.15.2. Account types and their limits ......................55 6.16. User settings panel ........................57 6.16.1.
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Page 5: Intended Use And Important Information For The User
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO 1. INTENDED USE AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR THE USER KKP climatic chambers are units that allow you to control temperature and humidity. Climatic chamber have both heating and cooling system based on Peltier modules and forced air convection. Climatic chambers have both heating and cooling systems and forced air convection. -
Page 6: Package Contents
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO 2. PACKAGE CONTENTS KKP SMART PRO climatic chambers are delivered with: Capacity Shelves [pcs.] Slides [pcs.] Rubber cap [pcs.] Key for door lock [pcs.] Ethernet cable [pcs.] Lab Desk program (in the internal memory of the equipment) 350 mm long rubber hose 1350 mm long rubber hose 1650 mm long rubber hose... - Page 7 Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO • the unit should be placed at least 100 mm away from the walls and a spacer bracket should be used: • the height of the room must be at least 300 mm greater than the height of the unit •...
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Page 8: Installation Of A Water Tank In The Kkp Climatic Chamber
Note: POL-EKO is NOT responsible for the quality of water used by the user. The use of water of a differ- ent quality than recommended may cause damage or failure of the unit, for which POL-EKO is not re- sponsible. -
Page 9: Installation Of Shelves
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO 3.1.1. Connecting the water tank to the unit To connect the water tank to the climatic chamber: • mount the water tank shelf • place the water tank on the shelf • connect the tank to the humidifier module by pressing the hose to the quick coupler (to disconnect the hose, release the quick coupler lock) •... -
Page 10: Internal Glass Door (Standard For Kkp)
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO To remove a shelf, perform the above steps in reverse order. To remove the mounting element of the shelf, lift it and move it towards the back wall of the chamber. 3.3. Internal glass door (standard for KKP) Internal glass door is a standard equipment in KKP climatic chambers. -
Page 11: Remarks On The Placement Of Samples
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO 3.5. Remarks on the placement of samples To provide proper air circulation and stable conditions in which the samples are stored in the chamber, it is necessary to keep the following rules: • the max height of the samples should not exceed 1/3 of the space between the shelves, •... -
Page 12: Description Of The Unit
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO 4. DESCRIPTION OF THE UNIT SMART PRO models are equipped with a PID microprocessor temperature controller and a 7 inch colour touch screen with a resolution of 800x480. 4.1. Design of KKP units Below there’s a picture of climatic chamber (exemplary photo) with a description of the important components of the unit. Front view (1) touch control panel (2) port USB... -
Page 13: Unit Equipment (Standard And Optional)
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO 5. UNIT EQUIPMENT (STANDARD AND OPTIONAL) 5.1. Door lock (standard for all units) Unit have a key lock. The lock is in the handle of unit. Two keys are supplied with the unit. Placed at the rear of the unit. 5.2. -
Page 14: Usb Port (Standard)
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO 5.4. USB port (standard) The USB port on the front panel is used only to transfer data from the unit internal memory to the flash drive. To do this insert the flash drive into the USB port on the front panel and then: •... -
Page 15: Unit Operation
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO Figure 8 Battery replacement message 6. UNIT OPERATION This symbol means that a given window can be moved in the direction shown in the picture. 6.1. External memory (USB flash drive) The external memory (USB flash drive) allows to copy: instruction manual, data record, event log and service log from the unit memory. -
Page 16: Using The Keypad
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO Figure 9 Downloading files 6.3. Using the keypad When operating the unit, sometimes it is necessary to enter alphanumeric characters (e.g. when logging into the system, entering the user name, etc.). In such cases, a keyboard appears on the display screen (Figure 10). -
Page 17: Main Screen
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO Figure 11 Login panel It is recommended during the first boot to set the password of the Admin account and write it down in a safe place to avoid tampering with the unit settings by unauthorized persons. The password should be remembered or noted down because it is not possible to delete the password of the admin account. -
Page 18: Information Panel
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO Figure 13 Main screen – activated program in KKP segment other temperature duration time parameters main program menu start/stop current temperature in the chamber current humidity in the chamber alarm bar side-scrolling information panel logged in user active current panel... - Page 19 Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO 6.5.1.1. Alarms panel On the first page of the information panel there’s alarms panel (Figure 15). Figure 15 Icon: Alarms panel alarms panel In the alarms panel there’s a list with active alarms or the alarms that have occurred but have not been confirmed. When the alarm is active, the alarm bar is red and the alarm event is displayed in the list with the status "active".
- Page 20 Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO 6.5.1.2. Status panel The status of the unit is displayed descriptively on the third page of the information panel (Figure 17). Figure 17 Status - description program name the name of running program user name of the user to whom the program is assigned priority of time or parameters current segment...
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Page 21: The Meaning Of Icons And Symbols
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO 6.5.2. The meaning of icons and symbols The icon allows you to go to the main screen. Automatic return to the home screen. Factory setting: disabled. The icon allows you to go to the main menu. Automatic logout. - Page 22 Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO The arrow icon allows navigation between: segments, program parameters and summary. Starting the selected program. In the list of programs - the program is running. Stopping the program. Adding a new program to the program list. The limit is 40 programs. Editing the selected program from the list.
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Page 23: Upper Expandable And Configurable Menu
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO 6.5.3. Upper expandable and configurable menu In the upper part of the main screen there’s a bar menu with parameter icons (unmounting USB flash drive, temperature, humidity, time, mute function and fan speed). These parameters can be quickly changed (Quick Change). After swiping your finger down (Figure 19) you will see icons for all parameters which can be quickly changed (Quick... -
Page 24: Quick Note - User's Message
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO Figure 20 Upper expandable menu when the program is stopped Positions available on the upper bar can be personalized. Just drag the selected icon to a new location (Figure 21). Figure 21 Changing icon’s position Quick Note –... -
Page 25: Alarm Bar
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO keypad, enter the message and confirm it with the button . Once entered, a message cannot be changed. Entered notes can be seen in the event log, they are symbolized by the icon . More information Section 6.13. - Page 26 Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO In order to go to Quick Program, first you have to log in (if none of the users is logged in, the icon of Quick Program will be inactive - grayed out). Then click the icon in the main screen.
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Page 27: Programs
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO Figure 25 Quick program on programs list In Quick Program editing mode, you can change: • settings of the data recording interval, • settings of the protection class. Temperature protection The highest protection class available for the unit is set. The protection values depend on the set temperature: •... -
Page 28: Creating / Editing A Program
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO Figure 26 List of programs Information on the number of created programs / the maximum number of programs that the user can create is at the top of the screen (programs: 1/10). 6.7.1. Creating / editing a program Press the button and a panel with program parameters will appear (Figure... -
Page 29: Segments Edition
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO Cancels adding or editing of the program. Going to the edition of program segments. With more parameters, the window can be scrolled up and down. 6.7.2. Segments edition For each program, you can set maximum 100-segment time-temperature-humidity profiles that allow you to gradually increase or decrease the incubation temperature of the samples. - Page 30 Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO Ramp time - setting a short time will not accelerate reaching the ramp, but the ramp will be reached in the shortest possible time depending on the set temperature, ambient conditions and the possibilities of the cooling or heating system in the unit.
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Page 31: Summary Of Segments
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO 6.7.3. Summary of segments In the segments summary (Figure 35) all segments can be seen along with introduced parameters: • number of segments, • temperature, duration time, target time of reaching temperature of a given segment, Figure 35 The summary of the segment Confirms and saves the changes Cancels the entered changes in the segments and goes to program parameters... -
Page 32: Temperature Protection
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO 6.7.5. Temperature protection The temperature protection value for protection class 3.3 is: bottom protection temperature: maximum +20°C upper protection temperature: minimum + 30°C 6.7.6. Priority Can be set in terms of: Parameters: In the program without ramp – the unit starts the countdown of the segment time when the set temperature and humidity is reached. -
Page 33: Starting The Program
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO 6.8. Starting the program The created program can be started in two ways: 6.8.1. The first way • and press the icon „programs” Go to the main menu (Figure 37). • Then select the program you want to activate and press „start” button (Figure 38). -
Page 34: The Second Way
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO Figure 39 List of programs with the selected status 6.8.2. The second way • In the main screen press the icon in the upper right corner (Figure 40) • In the upper left corner press „PROGRAM” •... -
Page 35: Quick Change Of Parameters
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO Figure 41 Selection and launch of the program A delayed start of backdated program is possible (up to 7 days back). This is possible for the programs with time priority. Program segments that would last from the back date to the current date will be skipped. If the program is running, the symbol appears next to the program name on the list 6.9. -
Page 36: Quick Change Of Set Humidity
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO Figure 42 Quick change of set temperature Figure 43 Quick change of set temperature 6.9.2. Quick change of set humidity In order to quickly change the set humidity of a running program, press the icon in the main screen (Figure 44). -
Page 37: Quick Change Of Set Time
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO Figure 44 Figure 45 Quick change of set humidity 6.9.3. Quick change of set time In order to quickly change the duration time of a running program, press the icon in the main screen (Figure 46). Select the number of days, hours and minutes by scrolling the list up or down (Figure 47). -
Page 38: Schedules
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO Figure 46 Quick change of set time Figure 47 Quick change of set time 6.10. Schedules The option allows creating a list of programs to be implemented in a given time. You can create several independent schedules. -
Page 39: Creating / Editing A Schedule
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO Figure 50 List of schedules Start the schedule Stop the schedule Add the schedule Edit the schedule Delete the schedule 6.10.1. Creating / editing a schedule To create / edit a schedule, press the button . - Page 40 Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO Add a new program to the queue (program must be previously created) Edit and make changes to the selected position Delete the selected position from the list Save the schedule Cancel instroduced changes After pressing (Figure 51) a window appears allowing you to select the program and the date and time of its start and end...
- Page 41 Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO Figure 54 Information about the program Press the 'start date' field and then set the date and time of program start. Press the 'stop date' field and then set the date and time of the program end. You can assign up to 10 programs to one schedule.
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Page 42: Starting A Schedule
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO When creating a schedule, consider the following restrictions: • the start time of the first program on the list cannot be earlier than the current date and time, • the start time of the next program on the list cannot be earlier than the end time of the previous program, •... - Page 43 Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO Figure 56 List of schedules Start the schedule 6.10.2.2. The second way • In the main screen press the icon (Figure 57), then press the SCHEDULE inscription. The schedule selec- tion window will be displayed (Figure 58).
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Page 44: Statistics
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO Figure 58 Selection of the schedule 6.11. Statistics Go to the main menu and press the icon . This panel (Figure 59) displays statistics of the currently running program or program that has ended Statistics are calculated separately for each segment and separately for each cycle. Data logging for calculation starts after 30 seconds from reaching the set temperature in the segment. -
Page 45: Data Record
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO Figure 59 Statistics 6.12. Data record Go to the main menu and press the icon . Data record window (Figure 60) contains the following information: • time and date of sample registration [date], • temperature value measured with the main sensor in the chamber [temp.], •... -
Page 46: Graph
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO Press to continue downloading data Recording data onto the USB flash drive. .csv files are available - separated by semicolon when opening e.g. with a spreadsheet, .plkx - opening with the Lab Desk application Before removing the USB flash drive from the USB port, it must be unmounted, see Section 5.4. - Page 47 Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO Returns to data register Figure 63 Humidity graph Returns to displaying the entire chart (undo all magnifications) / returns to the list of charts. Returns to data register Figure 64 Temperature and humidity graph Returns to displaying the entire chart (undo all magnifications) / returns to the list of charts. Returns to data register The opening time of the chart depends on the number of saved data samples.
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Page 48: Data Storage Directly On A Usb Flash Drive
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO Figure 65 Enlarging a part of the chart 6.12.2. Data storage directly on a USB flash drive The saved data (temperature and / or humidity, date and time) can be saved directly on a connected USB flash drive. To do this, enable the option of saving data, see point 6.16 Figure... -
Page 49: Event Log
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO 6.13. Event log Data available for the following users (see Section 6.15 Users): • Super Admin who can overview, download to USB flash drive and delete all data, • Admin who can overview, download to USB flash drive all data, •... - Page 50 Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO The events in the event log are sorted chronologically. However, it may happen that the event "Program restarted" will not be displayed according to the chronology but the date and time of the event will be correct. This is not an error. Before removing the USB flash drive from the USB port, it must be unmounted, see Section 5.4.
- Page 51 Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO Deleted Measurement user measurements have been deleted Deleted All Mesurement all measurements have been deleted User added new user has been added User updated user has been changed User deleted user has been deleted Program saved new program has been saved Program deleted program has been deleted...
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Page 52: Info
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO 6.14. Info Go to the main menu and press the icon . The panel contains the following information: • name of unit, • temperature range of the unit, • humidity range of the unit, • serial number of the unit, •... -
Page 53: Users
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO Figure 70 Saving configuration file 6.15. Users Go to the main menu and press the icon . In this panel (Figure 71) you can add a new user, edit an existing one or delete it. Figure 71 Users list Adding a new user Editing selected user... -
Page 54: Creating / Editing A User
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO At the top of the screen (Figure 71) you can see information about: • users: number of created users / total number of users to create (users 2/5), • available programs: the number of free programs to be assigned to users. 6.15.1. -
Page 55: Account Types And Their Limits
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO 6.15.2. Account types and their limits Three different types of users (accounts) are available: Super Admin, Admin, User. Each user has their rights and limitations described below in the table Table 1. Right and limitations of the users. Super Admin Admin User... - Page 56 Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO Super Admin account The Super Admin account has no limits. Has access to the program management menu and to the settings menu, go to table Figure 73 Menu available for Super Admin Information about the currently displayed window indicates Admin account Has access to programs menu and has rights and limitations in accordance with...
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Page 57: User Settings Panel
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO User account: • has access to programs menu , where User can start programs previously assigned to him, check their statistics (statistics, data register), check events history of the equipment (event log) and the information about the system (info), •... -
Page 58: Unlocking The Touch Screen
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO Figure 76 User settings panel Confirms changes Cancels the entered changes 6.16.1. Unlocking the touch screen When the automatic touch screen lock is enabled (Section 6.16), slide the blue circle into the white circle to unlock the screen. -
Page 59: Time
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO 6.17. Time Go to the main menu and press the icon . In this panel you can change the date and system time and time zone. The time and time zone must be set correctly during the first start-up. Change of the date / system time If the date / system time is changed to the later date / time comparing with the data and events which are stored in the memory, they will remain in the register. -
Page 60: Alarms
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO Figure 79 Date / time change Confirms changes and restarts the unit Cancels the entered changes Change of time zone The change of time zone will not affect the date / time in data and events previously saved. To change time zone, you have to press the buton in the window (Figure 78). -
Page 61: Stm Function
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO The lower and upper alarm can only be activated after reaching the set temperature. • delay temperature and humidity alarm: the alarm will be activated with a delay (1 min, 2 min, 5 min, 10 min, 15 min) after exceeding the permitted value. •... - Page 62 Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO • blue color - option enabled (temperature monitoring), the program is running, • red color - option enabled, warning about problems with reaching / maintaining the temperature. Figure 82 Option enabled (temperature monitoring), the program is running Figure 83 Option enabled, warning about problems with reaching / maintaining the temperature Possible causes: damaged heater,...
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Page 63: Mute Option
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO 6.18.2. Mute option The icon in the main screen in the upper menu allows temporary switching off of the alarms sound (open door alarm, exceeding temperature range), e.g. to avoid door alarm during planned loading of the samples into the chamber. To set the mute time, press the icon and choose: 5, 10 or 15 minutes (Figure... - Page 64 Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO Figure 85. LAN settings Confirms changes Cancels the entered changes WiFi settings: • – press to refresh network list, • SSID – press to select network from the drop-down list, • PSK – network password, •...
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Page 65: E-Mail Reports
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO 6.20. E-mail reports Go to the main menu and press the icon . In this window you can set the parameters needed to activate e- mail notifications. In the panel there are three windows: Selection of event types for which notifications should be sent (Figure 87). - Page 66 Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO Sender and recipients (Figure 88) • Sender – sender’s e-mail address • Recipients – recipients e-mail addresses, maximum 3 Figure 88 E-mail: Sender – Recipients Confirms changes Cancels the entered changes Configuration of the sender's e-mail account (Figure 89) In this window, enter your e-mail account details: •...
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Page 67: Temperature - Additional Temperature Sensor Pt 100 (Option)
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO Connection test Confirms changes Cancels introduced changes Before testing the connection, make sure that the unit is connected to the network and has a properly configured network connection, see Section 6.19. Temperature – additional temperature sensor Pt 100 (option) 6.21. -
Page 68: Corrections
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO Confirms changes Cancels the entered changes 6.22. Corrections Go to the main menu and press the icon . In this window (Figure 91) you can correct: • temperature value indicated on the display by adding the correction value. The set correction value applies to the whole temperature range of the unit. -
Page 69: Interface
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO 7. INTERFACE 7.1. MODBUS TCP The unit allows status monitoring using the MODBUS TCP communication interface. Connection parameters: • IP address: same as unit’s (set in the panel Section 6.19) • port: 502 register INPUT REGISTERS function READ_INPUT_REGISTERS (0x04) Modbus Offset... -
Page 70: Connecting The Unit To A Computer
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO Temp. [°C] Temperature protection class 1 (TB) adjusted by manufacturer on Action of protection approx.75°C Action of overtemperature 50°C class 2 (TWB) or class protection class 3.1 or 3.3 3.1 or 3.3 (TWW) (TWW) Overtemperature protection class 3.1 or 3.3 (TWW) - programmable Working 37°C... -
Page 71: Cleaning The Housing, Condensate Tray And Pump
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO 11.1. Cleaning the housing, condensate tray and pump The housing of the unit should be cleaned at least once a week, depending on the working conditions. The housing and door should be cleaned with caution using a soft cloth dampened with water. Only mild cleaning products should be used to clean the unit. -
Page 72: Cleaning The Touch Screen
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO 11.3. Cleaning the touch screen The touch screen is exposed to dirt, so it must be cleaned regularly. To clean the touch screen, use a clean and dry microfiber cloth. It is a very delicate material and collects dirt well. Before using the cloth, make sure that on the surface there are no crumbs or particles. -
Page 73: Advice On How To Safely Store The Unit
• get full contact details of technical service • access to POL-EKO online catalogue, and information about accessories and related products • receive additional product information and special offers To receive information or technical assistance, contact the Service Department or visit the website:... -
Page 74: Possible Defects
POL-EKO sp.k. warrants that this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years from date of the invoice. If a defect is present, POL-EKO sp.k. will, at its option and cost, repair, replace, or refund the purchase price of this product to the customer, provided it is returned during the warranty period. -
Page 75: Rating Plate
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO 15. RATING PLATE The rating plate is located on the left side wall in the upper left corner. Below there is an example of a rating plate: Manufacturer’s data Type of unit Serial number (the two marked digits indicate the year of manufacture of the unit) Temperature protection class according to DIN 12880 Degree of protection against electric shock (class I: protection against indirect contact) and IP enclosure protection rating... -
Page 76: Technical Data
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO 16. TECHNICAL DATA Technical data are given with a tolerance of ± 5%, the working capacity of the chamber is always smaller. All the below technical data refers to standard units (without optional accessories). KKP 240 SMART PRO KKP 750 SMART PRO air convection forced... - Page 77 24 months manufacturer POL-EKO sp.k. all the above technical data refer to standard units (without optional accessories) * - variation (K) calculated for chamber as: K= +/- (T average max. - T average min.) / 2 ** - other power supplies on request 1 - width doesn’t include shelve for water tank - 140mm...
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Page 78: Declaration Of Conformity
Instruction manual KKP SMART PRO 17. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY... - Page 79 ❑ warranty and post-warranty service ❑ consultancy in the selection, maintenance and operation of laboratory equipment POL-EKO LAB is Accredited by the Polish Centre for Accreditation (a member of ILAC) and provides accredited calibration of: ❑ thermostatic and climatic chambers (incubators, drying ovens, thermostatic cabinets, climatic chambers, freezers) ❑...
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