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- GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 1
48 Connecting the Range to Gas 43-45 Dimensions and Clearances . . .41 Electrical Connections . . . . .46, 47 Leveling the Range 49 LP 50 Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions CGS980 Troubleshooting Tips 51-54 Accessories 57 Consumer Support Consumer Support . . .Back Cover Ownership - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 2
light any appliance. s Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building. s Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions. s If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department. - Installation and service must - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 3
with the Installation Instructions. Any adjustment and service should be performed only by qualified gas range installers or service technicians. s Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your range unless it is specifically recommended in this manual. All other service should be referred - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 4
or LP) that is to be used. Your range can be converted for use with either type of gas. See the Installation of the range section. s WARNING: These adjustments must be made by a qualified service technician in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and all codes and requirements of the - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 5
If you smell gas, turn off the gas to the range and call a qualified service technician. Never use range. s When disabling Gas/Control Lockout, make sure the surface controls are set to the OFF position. This will preclude gas flow when the range is turned on 5 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 6
. s Do not use oven cleaners. No commercial oven cleaner or oven liner of any kind should be used in or around any part of the oven. Residue from oven cleaners will damage the inside of the oven when the self-clean cycle is used. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 6 - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 7
except as described in this manual. Misuse could result in a fire hazard or damage to the range. s When using cooking is recommended for use in gas ovens. s Always remove any broiler pan from range as soon as you finish INSTRUCTIONS Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 7 - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 8
place your hand, a pot holder, cleaning cloths or other materials on them. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Push the control knob in and turn it to the LITE position. How to Light a Gas Surface Burner Make sure all the surface burners are placed in their respective - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 9
recommends. Stove Top Grills Do not use stove top grills on your sealed gas burners. If you use the stove top grill on the sealed gas burner Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support In Case of Power Failure In case of a power failure, you can light the gas surface burners on your range - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 10
on a preheated surface. Preheat griddle according to the guide below, then switch to the desired cook setting. LOW) 4 (MED) 10 min. 4 (MED) HI 5 (MED) 5 min. Sear on HI for 1 minute on each side HI 5 min. 4 (MED) none 5 Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 10 - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 11
manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.) GEAppliances.com Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support operations, and if the range is locked. If "F- oven and call for service. If your oven LIGHT Pad Touch to turn the oven light timer and Gas/Control Lockout. - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 12
the rear of the range. Do not block these gas is automatically stopped and will not resume when power is restored until the glow bar has reached operating temperature. Upper Oven Light Touch the OVEN LIGHT pad to turn the light on or off. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 13
, pies Casseroles C Roasting - Small cuts of meat A or B Roasting - Turkey and large cuts of meat R or A 4-Layer cakes B&D Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support When baking four cake layers at a time, use racks B and D. Place the lower pans at the back of the rack - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 14
your preference of doneness will affect broiling times. This guide is based on meats at refrigerator temperature. †The U.S. Department of Agriculture says "Rare Slash fat. 10 D 10 4-6 D 17 12-14 *See illustration for description of rack positions. Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 14 - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 15
Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Using the clock and timer. Not all features are on all models. To Set the Clock Make sure in the Special features of your oven control section under Tones at the End of a Timed Cycle. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 15 - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 16
Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Using the clock and timer. To Reset the Timer If the display is still showing the time reset. Enter the correct time of day by touching the appropriate number pads. Touch the START pad. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 16 - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 17
promotes the growth of harmful bacteria. Be sure that the oven light is off because heat from the bulb will speed harmful bacteria growth will continue cooking after the oven turns off. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support How to Set a Delayed Start and Automatic Stop - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 18
center of dishes such as meat loaf or casseroles. Insert the probe into the meatiest part of the inner thigh from below and parallel to the leg of a whole turkey. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips How to Set the Upper Oven For Cooking When Using the Probe Insert the - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 19
the difference between convection bake and roast and traditional bake and roast, here are some general guidelines. Convection Bake s Preheat the oven. See the Using the Oven- Preheating and s Place the rack in rack position (A). Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 19 - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 20
Using the convection oven. Installation Instructions When convection baking with only 1 rack, follow the rack positions recommended in the Using the Oven 6th (E) position. When baking cookies, place the racks in the 3rd (B), 4th (C) and 6th (E) positions. Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 21
Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GEAppliances.com How to Set the Upper Oven for Convection Roasting when Using the Probe For You can use the timer even though you cannot use timed oven operations while using the probe. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 21 - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 22
185°F Turkey Breast (4 to 6 lbs.) 16-19 325°F 170°F * Stuffed birds generally require 30-45 minutes additional roasting time. Shield legs and breast with foil to prevent Food Book. Your Kitchen Guide. USDA Rev. June 1985.) Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 22 - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 23
promotes the growth of harmful bacteria. Be sure that the oven light is off because heat from the bulb will speed harmful bacteria growth will continue cooking after the oven turns off. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support How to Set a Delayed Start and Automatic Stop - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 24
Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Special features of your upper oven control. Your new touch pad control has additional features The display shows BEEP. (This cancels the one beep every 6 seconds.) Touch the START pad. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 24 - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 25
in the recipe. s Some package instructions for frozen casseroles, main dishes or baked goods have been developed using commercial convection ovens. For best results in this oven, preheat the oven and use the temperature, for regular baking, on the package. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 25 - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 26
opened and goes off when the door is closed. The bulb may be removed. See the Oven Light Replacement section. When the display shows ⊃ the oven is set in Sabbath. When the display is still set in Sabbath. Remove the cooked food. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 26 - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 27
Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GEAppliances.com How to Exit the Sabbath Feature Touch the CLEAR/OFF pad. If the oven is cooking, turn off and stay off even when the power returns. The oven control must be reset. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 27 - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 28
Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Adjust the upper oven thermostat-Do it yourself! You may find that your new oven cooks old favorite recipes, use margarine, butter or stick spreads containing at least 70% vegetable oil. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 28 - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 29
oven drawer to preheat. s The ON signal light is located on the upper right side of the 30 minutes Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Adjust the oven thermostat vary.) K RETE Pull the OVEN CONTROL knob off the range and look at the back side. To make an adjustment, - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 30
range. Move birds to another well ventilated room. NOTE: Use caution when opening the upper oven after the self-clean cycle has ended. The oven may still be hot. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting /OFF pad. When the LOCKED DOOR light goes off indicating the oven has cooled - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 31
oven door. s To stop a clean cycle, touch the CLEAR/OFF pad. When the LOCKED DOOR light goes off indicating the oven has cooled below the locking temperature, you may open the door. Touch of the oven racks with the paper towel. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 31 - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 32
Instructions Safety Instructions Care and cleaning of the range. Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the range. WARNING: If your range is removed for cleaning, servicing electrode. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 32 - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 33
the matching size caps onto the burner bases or heads. Medium cap Small cap Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support The oval burner head/cap assembly is removable. Simply lift it off the range for cleaning. Use a sewing needle or twist-tie to unclog the small hole in the - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 34
Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips the self-clean cycle of your range. Remove any burnt-on food Support Bumpers If one or more of the circular silicone grate support bumpers in the cooktop are missing or damaged, replacement parts can be obtained by calling 1.800.GE - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 35
section in this manual. Clean up splatters with a damp cloth. You may also use a glass cleaner. Remove heavier soil with warm soapy water. Do not use abrasives of any kind. Unlock the touch pads after cleaning. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Surface burner knob - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 36
). Wipe the surface in the direction of the grain (following the steel lines). Rinse and wring out a soft cloth or paper towel and dry the range. Apply a degreaser that does not contain sodium hydroxide or Stainless Steel Cleaner (follow instructions). Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 36 - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 37
soap and water, an abrasive cleaner or soap-filled scouring pad. Rinse well to remove any soap before selfcleaning. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Oven Racks and Drawer Racks The gray porcelain-coated racks may be cleaned in the oven during the self-clean cycle - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 38
Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Care and cleaning of the range. Wire cover holder. Oven Light Replacement CAUTION: Before replacing your oven light bulb, disconnect the electrical power to the range at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel. Be sure to let the light - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 39
- Keep this Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions for future reference. • Note - This appliance must be properly grounded. • Servicer - The electrical diagram is in an envelope attached to the back of the range. • Skill level - Installation of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 40
use of old flexible connectors can cause gas leaks and personal injury. Always use NEW flexible connectors when installing a gas appliance. IMPORTANT - Remove all packing material and literature from oven before connecting gas and electrical supply to range. CAUTION - Do not attempt to operate the - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 41
Installation Instructions DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES Provide adequate clearances between the range and adjacent combustible surfaces. These dimensions must be met for safe use of your range. The location of the electrical outlet and pipe opening (see Gas Pipe and Electric Outlet Locations) may be - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 42
or higher than the floor covering. This will allow the range to be moved for cleaning or servicing. Also, make sure your floor covering will withstand 180°F. (See the Installation Safety Instructions section.) Make sure the wall coverings around your range can withstand the heat generated (up to 200 - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 43
manifold must remain in the supply line regardless of whether natural or LP gas is being used. A flexible metal appliance connector used to connect the range to the gas supply line should have an I.D. of 1/2" and be 5 feet in length for ease of installation. In Canada, flexible connectors must be - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 44
Installation Instructions GAS PIPE AND ELECTRICAL OUTLET LOCATIONS Recommended area for 120V outlet on rear wall and area for through-the-wall connection of pipe stub and shut-off valve. Recommended area for through-the-floor connection of pipe stub and shut-off valve. 44 - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 45
Instructions FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR HOOKUP Pressure regulator Adapter Installer: Inform the consumer of the location of the gas shut-off valve. 1/2" or 3/4" Gas pipe Gas Flow into Range Flex connector (6 ft. max.) Adapter Gas shut-off valve RIGID PIPE HOOKUP OPTIONS 45° Elbow Gas Flow into Range - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 46
appliance extension gas range receptacles. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI's) are devices that sense leakage of current in a circuit and automatically switch off power when a threshold leakage level is detected. These devices must be manually reset by the consumer. The National Electrical - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 47
Installation Instructions 3 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS (CONT.) B. Usage Situations where Appliance Power Cord will be Make sure the slot in the burner head is positioned over the electrode. Front of range Slot Electrode C Caps Place the matching size caps onto the burner bases or heads. Medium - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 48
Installation Instructions 6 CHECK IGNITION OF SURFACE BURNERS Operation of all cooktop and oven burners should be checked after the range and gas supply lines have been carefully checked for leaks. Electric Ignition Models Select a top burner knob and simultaneously push in and turn to LITE - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 49
Installation Instructions 8 ADJUST BROIL AND OVEN BURNER AIR ADJUSTMENT SHUTTERS IF bottom. Flames should have approximately 1 blue cones and, if range is supplied with natural gas, should burn with no yellow tipping. (With most LP gas, small yellow tips at the end of outer cones are normal - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 50
is unobstructed. CONVERTING TO LP GAS (or converting back to natural gas from LP) This range leaves the factory set for use with natural gas. If you want to convert to LP gas, the conversion must be performed by a qualified LP gas installer. The conversion instructions and LP orifices can be found - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 51
Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Before you call for service... Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. GEAppliances.com Problem Top burners do not light or do not burn evenly. (The front right - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 52
Instructions Safety Instructions Before you call for service... Troubleshooting Tips Problem Possible Causes Gas/Control Lockout or Control Lockout feature is activated What To Do • If LOC appears in the display, the range control is locked. Turn this feature off to use the range. See the Gas - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 53
in the probe. LOC appears in the display The Gas/Control Lockout feature • Be sure the surface burner controls are turned OFF. is activated. Turn this feature off to use the range. See the Gas/Control Lockout section. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 53 - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 54
Instructions Safety Instructions Before you call for service... Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Problem the way in. smoothly or drags See the Care and cleaning of the range section. Drawer is over-loaded or load • Reduce weight. Redistribute drawer Support Troubleshooting Tips - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 55
Please place in envelope and mail to: Veuillez mettre dans une enveloppe et envoyez à : OWNERSHIP REGISTRATION P.O. BOX 1780 MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO L4Y 4G1 (FOR CANADIAN CONSUMERS ONLY) 55 - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 56
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Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support GE cooking product. Small Large* XL** U.S. Part # Canada Part # Dimensions WB48X10055 222D2097G001 8-3/4" W x 1-1/4" H x 13-1/2" D WB48X10056 222D2097G002 12-3/4" W x 1-1/4" H x 16-1/2" D WB48X10057 N/A 17" W x 1-1/4" H x 19-1/4" D Price - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 58
Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support GE Gas Range Warranty. (For customers in the United States) All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers or an authorized Customer Care® technician. To schedule service, visit us on-line at GEAppliances.com, or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 59
Instructions Operating Instructions GE Gas Range Warranty. (For customers in Canada) All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centres or an authorized Customer Care® technician. To schedule service Burlington, Ontario Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 59 - GE CGS980S | Owners Manual - Page 60
Consumer Support. GE Appliances Website In the U.S.: GEAppliances.com Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GE Appliances Website any day of the year! For greater convenience and faster service, you can now download Owner's Manuals, order parts or even schedule service
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Safety Instructions
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2–7
Operating Instructions
Aluminum Foil
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13
Clock and Timer
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15, 16
Gas/Control Lockout
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25
Lower Oven Drawer
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29
Oven
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11–31
Baking and Roasting
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13
Broiling, Broiling Guide
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14
Convection
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19-23
Oven Control
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11
Power Outage
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12
Preheating
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13
Probe
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18
Racks
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12
Sabbath Feature
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26, 27
Self-Cleaning
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30, 31
Special Features
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24, 25
Thermostat
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28, 29
Timed Baking
and Roasting
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17
Timed Convection Baking
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23
Surface Cooking
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8–10
Griddle
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10
Care and Cleaning
Burner Assembly
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32, 33
Burner Grates
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34
Control Panel and Knobs
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35
Cooktop
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35
Door Removal
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37
Drawer
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38
Griddle
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34
Oven Bottom
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37
Oven Light Replacement
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38
Oven Vents
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35
Racks
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37
Self-Cleaning
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30, 31
Stainless Steel Surfaces
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36
Installation
Instructions
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39–50
Air Adjustment
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49
Anti-Tip Device
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42, 50
Assemble Surface Burners
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47
Checking Burner
Ignition
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48
Connecting the Range
to Gas
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43–45
Dimensions and Clearances . . .41
Electrical Connections
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46, 47
Leveling the Range
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49
LP
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50
Troubleshooting
Tips
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51–54
Accessories
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57
Consumer Support
Consumer Support
. . .Back Cover
Ownership Registration
for Customers in
Canada only
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55, 56
Warranty for Customers
in Canada
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59
Warranty for Customers
in the U.S.A
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58
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Write the model and serial
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You can find them on a label
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