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Owner's
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WARNING
This User's Manual contains safety information and
instructions for your camper.
You must read this manual before loading or towing
your camper.
You must follow all safety precautions and
instructions.
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  • Page 1 Lance Truck Camper Owner’s Manual WARNING This User’s Manual contains safety information and instructions for your camper. You must read this manual before loading or towing your camper. You must follow all safety precautions and instructions.
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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS CARBON MONOXIDE GAS ........32 EFFECTS OF PROLONGED OCCUPANCY ..33 LIMITED WARRANTY ..........7 VENTILATION AND MOISTURE CONTROL .... 33 COVERAGE PROVIDED ..........7 DRIPPING CEILING VENTS ........34 OWNER’S OBLIGATION ..........7 INTERIOR ODOR ............34 EXCLUSIONS ..............
  • Page 4 FUSES ............... 52 WATER FILTER ............71 INTERIOR LIGHTING ..........52 SHOWER ..............71 SOLAR PANEL PRE-WIRE ........52 EXTERIOR WASH STATION ........71 SOLAR PANEL ............52 DOCKING LIGHTS ............ 53 WASTE SYSTEM ............. 73 PARK/SAT DISH INLETS ........... 54 INSULATED AND HEATED WASTE HOLDING ROOF MOUNTED HDTV ANTENNA ......
  • Page 5 DRAINS ..............83 SHOWER CARE ............83 SINK CARE ..............83 MAINTENANCE CHART 1 ......... 85 MAINTENANCE CHART 2 ......... 86 WINTERIzATION ............. 87 OPERATING IN FREEzING CONDITIONS ....87 STORAGE ..............87 SHORT-TERM STORAGE .......... 87 LONG-TERM STORAGE ........... 87 STORAGE BELOW FREEzING .........
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  • Page 7: Limited Warranty

    (LANCE CAMPERS) SOLD IN THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA Lance warrants to the original end user purchaser (“Owner”) of this truck camper (“Camper”) to be free of defects in materials and workmanship and for structural integrity, under normal use, with reasonable care and maintenance, for one (1) year from the date of purchase (the “Warranty Period”), subject to the exclusions given below.

  • Page 8: Identification Information

    IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION For identification purposes it is recommended that you write the camper serial number inside your camper. Pick a spot behind a drawer or inside a cabinet. Protect yourself from possible theft and be able to identify your property. You should keep a copy of this information at home.

  • Page 9: A Few Important Words On Safety

    Fire or explosion may be the result. Lance Camper Manufacturing is required to furnish the following consumer information as provided by the National Fire Protection Association and the American The following label has been placed near the front on National Standards Institute.
  • Page 10 A warning label has been located near the propane The following label has been placed in the vehicle near container. This label reads: the range area: WARNING DANGER DO NOT FILL PROPANE CONTAINERS) TO MORE IF YOU SMELL PROPANE: THAN 80 PERCENT OF CAPACITY. FAILURE TO 1.

  • Page 11: Welcome

    Your selection of a Lance was a wise investment. Lance Camper is confident that it will give you years of Lance dealer. Lance Camper Manufacturing Corporation reserves the right, however, to discontinue camping pleasure.

  • Page 12: Customer Relations Information

    43120 Venture Street www.lancecamper.com, under the dealer locator Lancaster, California 93535-4510 USA heading, or by contacting the Lance Customer Service 661 949-3322 Department at 661 949-3322, who can direct you to a dealer in your area.

  • Page 13: Information About This Manual

    This Owner’s Manual is of a general nature only and does not cover every aspect of all models manufactured by the Lance Camper Mfg. Corp. Each owner should read this manual thoroughly and heed the warnings given herein, as well as those warnings given in the component instruction manuals contained in the Owner’s Information Package.

  • Page 14: Dealer Responsibility

    If • Owner’s Information Package you are not sure, call your Lance dealer for help! Also, • Owner’s Information Package • Two sets of keys for entry door, exterior access alterations or modifications to your camper may void • Two sets of keys for entry door, exterior access doors...
  • Page 15 However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Lance Camper Manufacturing Corporation. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety...
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  • Page 17: Camper And Truck

    Selecting the right combination requires understanding that weight from the GVWR. to weigh the truck full of fuel and with the number of a few guidelines. Your Lance dealer can be a valuable MATCHING CAMPER AND TRUCK passengers you will normally be carrying and subtract...

  • Page 18: Tires

    RV’s become overloaded when people put too many When loading the camper, store heavy gear first, things into them. There is no easy way to determine keeping it on or close to the camper floor. Place heavy the weight you’ve loaded, so there’s a temptation to things far enough forward to keep the loaded keep loading until every available space if filled.

  • Page 19: Electrical Connection To Truck

    Lance Dealer to your truck wiring system. With the refrigerator. wiring and connectors hooked-up, your truck will supply 12-volt DC power to charge your camper To protect your truck’s 12-volt system from overload, a...

  • Page 20: Truck/Camper Load Worksheet

    TRUCK/CAMPER LOAD WORKSHEET The truck must be weighed with occupants and full of fuel. Drive onto the scales and get the weight of the total truck. Next pull forward until the front axle is off the scale and get the weight on the rear axle. Subtract the weight on the rear axle from the total truck weight to get the weight on the front axle.
  • Page 21 TRUCK/CAMPER LOAD WORKSHEET TRUCK WEIGHT: INDIVIDUAL AXLE AND GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHTS STEP 1A = GVW STEP 1B = GAW STEP 1C GAW = (1A – 1B) SCALE WEIGHT LBS. LBS. LBS. GVWR GAWR REAR GAWR FRONT FROM FEDERAL CERT. LABEL LBS.
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  • Page 23: Support Equipment

    Rear turnbuckles should quality tiedowns and turnbuckles. The front NEVER be used on the front of the camper. The rear turnbuckles must be spring or shock loaded. Lance turnbuckles are the pair with the shorter (8") barrels. recommends Happijac tiedowns and turnbuckles.

  • Page 24: Cabover Truck Struts

    EXCLUSIVE LANCE CABOVER TRUCK STRUTS (Shock Absorbers) To dampen the vertical movements of the camper cabover, it is advisable to install the optional Lance Cabover Struts. The length of the vertical movement built into the strut will allow them to remain connected to the truck and camper under all but the most rough travel conditions.

  • Page 25: Loading And Unloading

    12-volt electrical MANUAL BALL SCREW JACKS connector extension (available from your Lance Dealer) To extend or retract a jack, push handle onto alignment can be used to connect the camper to the tube and depress the release bar with plastic push truck to power the jacks.
  • Page 26 When controlling accessories, only one accessory Before operating the remote control electric camper can be powered at a time. Multiple accessory button jacks, be sure to read and understand the operat- presses are ignored. ing instructions that were provided with your camper pertaining to their safe operation.
  • Page 27 Use the individual jack buttons to adjust an individual If the jacks still fail to operate, consult your Lance jack. Press and hold the extend or retract buttons for service center for more information and help.

  • Page 28: Loading/Removing Camper

    1. process until the camper will clear the truck body bed by approximately 4". 2. Slowly back truck under camper making sure to clear wheel wells and any structure or plumbing located below the living area. This may take more than one try.

  • Page 29: Leveling/Stabilizing Camper

    Your camper is designed to be used while standing on the jacks in a lowered position without damage to the clear camper. When lowering camper, do not allow camper bumper or generator exhaust pipes to touch the ground. Damage may occur. Allow two inches of clearance to the ground.
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  • Page 31: On The Road

    Fire Extinguisher characteristics when it is carrying the camper. The First aid items following rules will help you develop needed skills for Food safe truck camper driving. Holding tank chemical Kitchenware Travel slowly with your new truck/camper Personal items combination, until you have learned the handling and Road flares stopping characteristics of the combination.

  • Page 32: Riding In Camper While Traveling

    increases, driving stability, stopping ability, and ability CAMPGROUND REGULATIONS to make emergency maneuvers are greatly reduced. You should always check the campground regulations on arrival. This will avoid any unnecessary conflict with Reduce speed before starting down hills - even the campground management and/or other short ones - and avoid heavy braking on downgrades.

  • Page 33: Effects Of Prolonged Occupancy

    ventilation may increase furnace-heating load during EFFECTS OF PROLONGED cold weather, it will greatly reduce water condensation. OCCUPANCY Even when it is raining or snowing, ventilation air from outside will be far drier than interior air and will Your camper was designed primarily for recreational effectively reduce condensation inside the camper.

  • Page 34: Dripping Ceiling Vents

    Follow the preceding steps to control moisture condensation. Insulated hatch and vent covers are available. Consult your Lance Dealer. INTERIOR ODOR New units may have a strong odor and even cause eye and lung irritation when closed up in hot weather.

  • Page 35: Fire And Safety

    FIRE AND SAFETY The hazard and possibility of fire exists in all areas of life, and the recreational lifestyle is no exception. Your camper is a complex device made up of many materials - some of them flammable. But like most hazards, the possibility of fire can be virtually eliminated by recognizing the danger and practicing common sense safety and maintenance habits.

  • Page 36: Carbon Monoxide And Propane Leak Detector

    not light see the section, “Trouble-Shooting Guide” in COMBINATION CARBON MONOXIDE AND the User’s Manual for this alarm provided in the PROPANE LEAK DETECTOR Owner’s Information Package. A permanently installed detector is located near the floor in the forward portion of the main camper floor This alarm will operate normally down to 7-volt DC.
  • Page 37 If the alarm sounds a second time after the propane is turned back on, leave the propane off and have a Lance Service Center make the necessary repairs to the source of the propane leak. Be aware of the difference between a propane leak versus propane escaping from an unlit, open burner.
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  • Page 39: Equipment

    ROOF All Lance models have a fully decked and laminated roof that may be walked on from front to rear and are The Propane Tank Compartment Door provides rated at 2,000 lbs.

  • Page 40: Vents

    FANTASTIC ROOF VENT FANTASTIC ROOF VENT The Exterior Service Center is accessed by lifting up on The Exterior Service Center is accessed by lifting up on the driver side skirt door. This door has a gas assisted the driver side skirt door. This door has a gas assisted two position strut which opens to 90 degrees.

  • Page 41: Heki Midi Skylight

    CABOVER VENT HEKI MIDI CABOVER VENT HEKI MIDI HEKI MIDI SKYLIGHT The cabover vent is operated from inside and has a This skylight is dual pane and opens to three positions. built-in screen. It can be cranked open to allow for It has a sliding screen and insulated shade.

  • Page 42: Roof Rack System

    Accessories for the crossbars are available from windows by rotating the locking lever and sliding the your Lance dealer or a local sporting goods retailer. your Lance dealer or a local sporting goods. window. Open torque windows by turning the crank located at the bottom of the window frame, clockwise to open, counterclockwise to close.

  • Page 43: Saf-T-Vue® Window

    AWNINGS The emergency exit window is located in the cabover or dinette area of the camper and is identified by the red handle(s) and EXIT label. Read and understand these instructions before you need to use them. The emergency exit window provides an escape route in case the camper must be evacuated under emergency conditions and the path An operating and maintenance guide for your...

  • Page 44: Camper Bumper/Step

    The backup camera is located in the center of the rear mating harness and monitor are available from your Lance Dealer. Be sure to switch off power when not using so you do wall, directly below the center running lights. It is Lance Dealer.

  • Page 45: Toilet

    insure proper operation when the door is closed. BATHROOM The bathroom walls are sealed and waterproof; so do not worry if water splashes on it. Some models are equipped with a power roof vent in the bathroom. DINETTE CONVERSION (BENCH SEATING) TOILET To convert the dinette area into a sleeping area: The toilet is designed to flush with a minimal amount of...

  • Page 46: Folding Divider Door

    FOLD-DOWN TENT FOLDING DIVIDER DOOR The divider allows you to separate the cabover area from the main camper. It glides on nylon rollers. It is held closed by a catch. When the divider is open for traveling, be sure to attach the hold back latch to keep it from sliding back and forth.
  • Page 47 Note: Although the Fold-Down Tent can be set up as a single individual operation, the assistance of a second individual will aid with the setup of the tent and will assist with ensuring all tent and bedding material is properly tucked in and clear of door assembly when returning the tent door to the stored position.
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  • Page 49: Electrical Systems

    BATTERY TERMINOLOGY BATTERY TERMINOLOGY ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS Deep Cycle Batteries Deep Cycle Batteries The electrical system consists of a primary 12-volt DC The electrical system consists of a primary 12-volt DC BATTERY TERMINOLOGY ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS The term “deep cycle” refers to a battery that has the The term “deep cycle”...

  • Page 50: Battery Storage Precautions

    Batteries will discharge on their short circuit or overload condition is indicated. Have the own. Recharging will also help prevent problems with system checked by your Lance Dealer. system checked by qualified personnel. battery sulfation which leads to premature battery failure.

  • Page 51: Battery Disconnect Switch

    The fuse box is located in the forward driver side front WATER PUMP CONTROL SWITCH Have the system checked by your Lance dealer. Have the system checked by your Lance dealer. corner of the main floor. Circuit titles and fuse sizes are This rocker switch controls the demand water pump.

  • Page 52: Camper Fuse Panel

    To reset the breaker, disconnect and then reconnect the power connector to the truck. If the breaker continues to trip, a short circuit or overload condition is indicated. Have the system checked by your Lance dealer. titles and fuse sizes are marked inside the removable SOLAR PANEL PRE-WIRE CAMPER FUSE PANEL 12-volt Interior Circuits access door.

  • Page 53: Docking Lights

    either a TV antenna or combo TV/satellite dish can be entry door under the entry grab handle. By touching installed. The combo antenna requires two separate the pad, the entry door light will illuminate for cables. The cables terminate in the roof at the TV approximately 30 seconds to aid in unlocking the door antenna location.

  • Page 54: Park/Sat Dish Inlets

    NOTE: The 12-volt outlet is intended for a TV only and 8. Follow instructions for TV or converter box to scan All Lance campers are pre-wired for a future stereo rated for 7.5 amps. DO NOT USE FOR HIGHER for available channels.

  • Page 55: 120-Volt Ac System

    installed the wiring is connected to an A/B switch cord”. The cord and plug are molded together to form maintained. is connected to shore power, the relay switches to located adjacent to the stereo. This allows speaker a weatherproof assembly. Do not cut or alter the cord shoreline power.

  • Page 56: Power Distribution Center

    Lance Dealer. installed fuses. Battery charging is automatic when NOTE: The GFCI device does not prevent electrical A Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protects the plugged into 120-volt AC power.

  • Page 57: Power Generator

    To start the generator: Press the START/STOP switch Do not use this compartment for the operation of a to the start position and hold until the unit starts. Make portable generator. sure that all electrical equipment is turned off prior to Generator ready condition includes: the vented starting and that the propane valve is opened on the compartment door (see caution note), 12-volt pre-wired...

  • Page 58: Generator Maintenance And Service

    Note also that air density decreases as altitude and Generator Owner’s Manual supplied with the camper. Follow these guidelines and/or refer to your Lance Dealer ambient air temperature increase, causing the Follow these guidelines and /or refer to your dealer for for assistance.

  • Page 59: Propane Gas System

    Go to a Lance Dealer for any propane system 11. Go to a Lance dealer for any propane system 11. Go to a Lance dealer for any propane system repairs.

  • Page 60: Filling Propane Tank

    FILLING PROPANE TANK USING PROPANE SYSTEM FILLING PROPANE TANK It is normal to have a slight gas odor when initially USING PROPANE SYSTEM All new propane tanks must be purged of air and All new propane tanks must be purged of air and It is normal to have a slight gas odor when initially All new propane tanks must be purged of air and moisture before filling for the first time.

  • Page 61: Propane At Low Temperatures

    There are propane valve to a low-pressure valve. Lance Camper a number of things you can do to prevent this freeze offers low-pressure propane BBQ’s, which are available...

  • Page 62: Propane Gas Fuel System

    Propane gas lines will be full of air and must • Do not touch electrical switches be purged of air, before the appliances will stay lit. Have the Propane gas lines purged by your Lance • Extinguish flames and pilot lights Dealer, or a Propane gas dealer.
  • Page 63 Propane gas is prohibited on some roadways, bridg- es and tunnels. Check a map and with Department of Transportation (or with the AAA) for travel routes that do not have such restrictions. Propane Gas System Troubleshooting • Having liquid “gas” at your appliance is an indi- cation that the Propane gas tank is overfilled, or that the temperature is too cold.
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  • Page 65: Appliances

    Pre-cool food and drinks before putting them into the appliance. If you have a problem, see your local Lance appliance. If you have a problem, see your local Lance camper refrigerator.

  • Page 66: Convection Or Microwave Oven

    Pull the handle of the relief valve straight out and let water flow until it stops. 6. Turn on the water supply. asphyxiation. It is especially important that cooking 7. Close the faucet when water flows continuously Release the relief valve handle and let the valve snap appliances not be used for comfort heating as the 6.

  • Page 67: Roof Mounted Air Conditioner

    Lance recommends that burn off residue. you consult your Lance dealer for specific models of power saver, easy start units. Lance recommends that Portable propane appliances are not safe for heating you have your dealer install the air conditioner unit on inside the camper.
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  • Page 69: Fresh Water System

    approximately 4 amps. A fuse in the power center FRESH WATER SYSTEM protects the water pump circuit. Your Camper is outfitted with a system designed to provide fresh (potable) water service from an onboard When traveling, always turn OFF the water pump. water tank or a city water connection with a fresh water This will reduce the possibility of water flowing during tank fill located on the roadside of the camper.

  • Page 70: City Water Connection

    7. Replace cap and lock the access door. CITY WATER CONNECTION SANITIZING FRESH WATER SYSTEM Sanitize the fresh water system and piping at initial use, at least once a year and whenever the camper sits for a prolonged period. This will help keep the The city water inlet connection is located under the tank and lines fresh and will discourage the growth of roadside overhang.

  • Page 71: Water Filter

    WARNING when in the “hold” position must have a built-in leak • Inspect the filter after the first 90 days of use, clean rate of not less than 1 gallon per 30 minutes of time. POTABLE WATER ONLY. SANITIZE, FLUSH AND For severe weather camping, by-pa it if necessary, and inspect annually thereafter.
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  • Page 73: Waste System

    WASTE SYSTEM DUMPING THE HOLDING TANKS The holding tanks terminate in a valve arrangement The waste holding system in your camper is made up The waste holding system in your camper is made up of that permits each tank to be dumped separately or of sinks, shower, toilet plumbing drain and vent lines, sinks, shower, toilet plumbing drain and vent lines, “gray together.

  • Page 74: Holding Tank Care/Maintenance

    5. Allow enough time for the tank to drain completely. If the drain system does get clogged: Rinse and flush the tank and drain hose through Use a hand-operated probe to loosen the toilet with a bucket of water or a hose. stubborn accumulations.

  • Page 75: Slide-Out Room System (Rack And Pinion)

    If very loud If very loud noises occur, contact your Lance Dealer. to the motor and will automatically shut off the motor noises occur, contact your Lance Dealer.

  • Page 76: Manual Override Operation

    This will alert you that there is something wrong. Review the steps for proper operation and try moving the room again. If the breaker continues to trip, contact your Lance Dealer. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE MANUAL OVERRIDE OPERATION Disconnect all power sources before performing any service work on the system.

  • Page 77: Slide-Out Room System (In Wall)

    If very loud noises Operation of the slide room is by the electric jack occur, contact your Lance Dealer. When the slide-out remote. Activate the control system by pressing the room is extended outside of the camper, elements WAKE button on the activation switch near the entry.

  • Page 78: Electrical System Maintenance

    Before troubleshooting the system or contacting an authorized Lance Service Center, make sure the bat- tery is fully charged and there are no obstructions to room movement. ELECTRICAL TROUBLESHOOTING...

  • Page 79: General Maintenance

    does not harm the finish. Remember to re-wax these GENERAL MAINTENANCE areas, even if the rest of the camper does not need does not harm the finish. Remember to re-wax these does not harm the finish. Remember to re-wax these GENERAL MAINTENANCE GENERAL MAINTENANCE This section explains why it is important to keep your...

  • Page 80: Damage Checks

    Use a wooden or plastic scraper that will not the roof. Use a wooden or plastic scraper that will not vent. Acrylic Cleaning Kits are available from your Lance the roof. Use a wooden or plastic scraper that will not...

  • Page 81: Jack Brackets

    Refer to the bulb replacement chart for the Avoid washing windows in direct sunlight. lubrication. At least once each camping season fully using a recommended sealant. Your Lance Dealer can CAMPER JACKS CAMPER JACKS bulbs, take care that the sealant around the light with silicone spray lubricant.

  • Page 82: Use And Care Of The Tent

    seal the specific area only. Follow the instructions on the Make sure the connector-plug prongs and receptacles side of the area only. Use a syringe for accuracy. Allow are clean. Lightly coat all electrical terminal seam-sealer tube. Seam seal the inner, coated, shiny are clean.

  • Page 83: Upholstery And Drapes

    New campers may have a strong odor and even cause waxing. Vacuum the carpeting frequently to remove waxing. Vacuum the carpeting frequently to remove eye irritation when closed up in hot weather. This is dirt. Ground-in dirt will make the carpet wear our dirt.
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  • Page 85: Maintenance Chart 1

    MAINTENANCE CHART 1 Before Use Start of At Setup Service to be performed Each Trip or Weekly Monthly For details, see respective section. Inspect wiring, connector plug & receptacles Check exterior lighting Inspect and tighten mounting bolts on each jack corner bracket. Trim excess putty Check that camper anchors are secure Check that cabover stabilizers are secure and lubricate Inspect propane system compartment for leaks and kinked lines...

  • Page 86: Maintenance Chart 2

    MAINTENANCE CHART 2 Annualy or Service to be performed Every 6 After Long For details, see respective section. Months Storage Inspect camper jacks and lubricate per manufacturer’s recommendations Inspect roof sealants (required maintenance) Inspect compartment and access doors, moldings and window sealants (required maintenance) Inspect all hot, cold and drain plumbing Sanitize fresh water tank Complete propane pressure check &...

  • Page 87: Winterization

    3. Before disconnecting the battery cables, check the camper yourself. Many owners prefer to have a Lance charge in the battery. Recharge as necessary. Dealer Service Center perform this service.

  • Page 88: Winterizing Method

    5. After the system is completely drained, close all freeze damage or other serious deterioration may have faucets and turn off the low point drain valves. occurred, please consult your Lance Dealer 6. Turn the winterize valve to “Winterize” position. Service Center for advise. 7. Turn ON the water pump switch.

  • Page 89: 12-Volt System

    3. Inspect and operate all 12-volt lights and your camper should now be ready for a new traveling accessories. season. If you choose, your Lance Dealer can double check your preparation and correct any defects or make Fresh Water System any necessary adjustments.
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  • Page 112: Suppliers Service Phone And Internet Listing

    541.389.4668 www.swanindustries.com This phone listing is provided to assist you in case of emergencies, if you are stranded somewhere not close to a Lance Service Center or qualified repair facility. Due to continual product development, some suppliers, phone numbers and web sites may change from those shown.

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