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HBZ7380

2010 Horizon Hobby, Inc.4105 Fieldstone RoadChampaign, IL 61822

Horizon Hobby UK

Units 1-4 Ployters RdStaple TyeHarlow, Essex

CM18 7NSUnited Kingdom

Horizon Hobby Deutschland GmbHHamburger Strasse 10

25335 ElmshornGermany

US patent 7,515,070PRC patent number ZL 2005 1 0028326.6

Other patents pending

HobbyZone products are distributed exclusively by Horizon Hobby, Inc.

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Table of ContentsCharging the Aircra t Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Installing Aircrat Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Transmitter Identiicati on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Binding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Landing Gear Attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Attaching the Wing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1Attaching the Tail. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Tail Control Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Making Adjustments to the Control Suraces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17Choose a Large, Open Grassy Field . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 8Choose a Calm Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 8Anti-Crash Technology ( ACT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 9Using E leva to r (Pi tch Cont rol ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 1Hand Launch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Runway Takeo ( ROG) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Flying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Throttle Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 6Landing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Aerobatic Flight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28X-Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29ACT and X-Port Transmitter Funct ions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30Optional Floats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31R e p a i r i n g M i n o r D a m a g e . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 2Warnings and Sa ety Check li st . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 3Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Optional P arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 5Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Compliance Inormation or the European Union . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39


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Step1

The charger included with yourSuper Cub LP BNF uses uniquecircuitry that ensures an accuratecharge every time and protectsyour Li-Po battery rom the dangerso overcharging. This chargercontinually monitors the battery andautomatically stops charging whenthe battery is ully charged.

DC Li-Po Balancing ChargerFeatures Charges 3-cell lithium polymer

battery packs at 1.3-amps

LED charge status indicator

12V accessory outlet input cordYou must charge theincluded Li-Po battery pack witha Li-Po specic charger only (suchas the included charger). Neverleave the battery and chargerunattended during the chargeprocess. Failure to ollow the

instructions properly could resultin a re. When charging, makecertain the battery is on a heat-resistant surace.

1. The 12V DC 3S Li-Po balancingcharger provides a chargecurrent o approximately1.3-amps. The typical chargetime or the included 11.1V1300mAh Li-Po is approximately1 hour.

2. Locate the saety charge leadon the battery pack. Connectthe battery pack to the charger.Charge through the balance leadon the battery pack. The blue

EC3 connector will remaindisconnected when using theincluded charger.

3. Connect the charger to either a12V power outlet in a vehicle orthe AC adapter included withyour Super Cub LP. Please notethat some 12V outlets requireyour vehicle to be running or theoutlet to be operational.It is recommended to consultyour vehicle owners manual iyou are unsure. The LED willcontinually blink while the batterycharges. It is not recommendedto charge batteries while thevehicle is in motion.

4. Charging is nished when theLED indicator glows steadily.

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Note: The DX5e is used as a reference throughoutthis manual.S

tep3 Transmitter Identification

Mode 1Rudder/ElevatorFunctions

Rudder Trim

Elevator Trim

Aileron/ThrottleFunctions

Aileron Trim

Throttle Trim

Mode 2Rudder/ThrottleFunctions

Rudder Trim

Throttle Trim

Aileron/ElevatorFunctions

Aileron TrimElevator Trim

Note: You will need to reverse the aileron channel forthe rudder to travel in the correct direction.


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Step4

DX6i continued:D. Pull and hold the Trainer

Switch on the transmitter whileturning the transmitter on.Release the trainer switch oncethe word BIND fashes on theLCD screen on the ront o thetransmitter.

E. The LED on the receiver will goto a slower fashing red and thesystem will connect ater severalseconds.

F. Remove the bind plug and store

in a sae place.G. Unplug the fight battery, then

plug it back in. The LED on thereceiver will be solid red.

H. Ater you have completed thebinding process, unplug thefight battery, and turn othe transmitter. You are nowready to begin the assembly othe aircrat.

DX7(se) or X9303:A. To bind your Super Cub LP BNF

to the DX7(se) or X9309, conrmthe bind plug is installed in theBatt/Bind port on the receiver.

B. Plug the battery into the ESCo the airplane. The LED on thereceiver will begin fashing.

C. Move the sticks and switches onthe transmitter to the desiredailsae positions (low throttleand neutral control positions).

D. Press the bind button on the

back o the transmitter whileturning the transmitter on. Thebind button on the back o thetransmitter will fash. Release thebutton ater 23 seconds.

E. The LED on the receiver will goto a slower fashing red and thesystem will connect ater severalseconds.

F. Remove the bind plug and storein a sae place.

G. Unplug the fight battery, thenplug it back in. The LED on thereceiver will be solid red.

H. Ater you have completed thebinding process, unplug thefight battery, and turn o thetransmitter. You are now readyto begin the assembly o theaircrat.

Binding (continued)


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Step5

1. Locate the included wire landing gear.

2. Slide the landing gear into the allotted slot on thebottom o the uselage.

3. Make sure the gear is securely in the slot by gentlypulling on it ater it is attached.

4. Attach the white plastic scale covers with theincluded our (4) screws as shown. They are locatedin the small bag labeled A.

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Step7

1. Locate the rudder and horizontal stabilizer assembliesand careully remove them rom the box.

2. Install the rudder assembly into the horizontalstabilizer, as shown.

3. Install the complete tail assembly into the uselage,as shown.

4. Secure this assembly to the uselage, rom thebottom, with the included screws. The two screwsneeded or this step are in the small bag labeled Cand are the two longest included.

5. Clip the tail wheel wire into the plastic wheel housingby pulling down slightly on the tail wheel, atthe same time you are pushing up on the plasticmolding until the two parts snap together. Makesure to support the tail when doing this so that nodamage is done to the at uselage area.

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Step8

Note: You will need to reverse the aileron channel forthe rudder to travel in the correct direction.Refer to your specific transmitter manual forinformation on reversing.

1. Make certain the throttle stick is in the o position.Turn on the transmitter.

2. Install the fight battery in the uselage and plug thebattery lead into the lead inside the airplane.

3. Move the stick on the transmitter (rudder control) sideto side, observing the vertical control surace movingper your input, as shown.

Right

Mode 1Mode 2

Left

Mode 2 Mode 1

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Step8

6. I your airplane is not responding, DO NOT FLY IT!Please reer to the Troubleshooting section at theback o this manual or more inormation. I you stillneed assistance, call the Horizon Support Team at877-504-0233, Horizon Hobby UK at +44 (0) 1279641 097 or Horizon Technischer Service, Germany at+49 4121 46199 66.

7. When satised your airplane is set up properly, youcan unplug the fight battery and then turn o thetransmitter. This should be done every time you havenished fying.

Note: It is very important to make sure the controlsurfaces (rudder and elevator) are at neutral, or 0degrees. Ideally, they will be at neutral when thelevers are centered. The next step explains how tomake adjustments to the control surface.

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We know you want to fy your Super Cub LP as soon asyou have it. However, fying in too much wind can placeyour aircrat in jeopardy. On your rst fights, make surethat the winds are no more than 57 mph (811km/h).

Choose a Calm Day

Appendix

In order to have the most success, and to protectproperty and your Super Cub LP, it is very important toselect a place to fy that is very open.

The site should:

Have a minimum of 300 feet (90 meters) of clear spacein ALL directions.

Be clear of pedestrians.

Be free of trees, buildings, cars, power lines, oranything that could entangle your airplane or interere

with your sightline.

Remember, your Super Cub LP can reach speeds of upto 30 mph (48km/h), so it can cover ground quickly.

Plan on ying in an area that gives you more spacethan you think you need, especially with rst fights.

600feet

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ACT Flying Tips

Never y at too low of an altitudeand expect ACT to save you roma crash. You must maintain analtitude o at least 200 eet (61meters) or the sotware to be ableto help prevent crashes.

Even when ying with ACT on, i you eel your aircrat is in

jeopardy, reduce the throttleimmediately and release thestick. You can then add a smallamount o up elevator (pull backslightly on the stick), as well, toaid the recovery.

Because the sensors are used toactivate the protective sotware,there may be times when they canbe ooled. This may be especiallytrue when fying in very brightsunshine and/or when the sun isclose to the horizon.

With ACT on, never y over water,light colored sand, ice, snow oranything else that can refect lightand ool the sensors.

Never y in too tight of an area.Anti-Crash Technology will notprevent you rom crashing intotrees, buildings or other obstacles.

Make several successful ights(including several sot landings)prior to attempting to fy with

ACT o.

Never let the aircraft y too fardownwind rom you, which cancause the aircrat to fy away.

It is always a good idea to havean experienced pilot who hasmastered control with at least a3-channel radio system to helpyou on your rst fights.

Anti-Crash Technology (ACT) (continued)

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On rst fights, it is a good idea to have a second person,ideally an adult, help you launch the plane. This will al-low you to ocus entirely on the transmitter input.

1. Make sure the battery is ully charged.

2. Power on the transmitter.

3. Install and plug in the fight battery.

4. I you are hand launching the aircrat yoursel, placethe plane in your right hand and the transmitter inyour let hand.

5. Use caution and advance the throttle to FULL.

6. Take a ew steps orward, and launch the airplaneDIRECTLY and rmly into the wind, while keeping theairplane and its wings level with the ground.

7. Allow the plane to climb steadily at ull throttle, intothe wind, until you have achieved an altitude o 100to 150 t (30 to 46m). You will not need to use eleva-tor in order or your airplane to climb. A ew clicksdown on the elevator trim should allow a steadyclimb.

Hand Launch

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1. Ater you have launched your Super Cub LP, it willbegin climbing at ull throttle. With the throttleadvanced all the way orward, your Super Cub LPshould not need any elevator input to climb steadily.

2. Make adjustments on the throttle slider and controlstick that are necessary to keep your aircratheading directly into the wind. Do not attempt aturn until you have reached a minimum of 50100feet (15.2530.5 meters) of altitude, about as tallas a four-story building.

3. Control range is 2500 eet (762 meters), so i you fybeyond that, you will lose control o your airplane. Atthat distance, however, you would likely lose sight oyour airplane beore youd lose control.

4. Dont let your airplane get too ar downwind romyou. Always fy with the airplane UPWIND rom you.Failure to do this could result in a fy-away!Remember, the wind is stronger as your plane fieshigher in the air. Its ok to fy higher, just be cautiousand watch how your plane reacts to the wind. Most othe time, you can fy at higher altitudes athal-thrott le. This is great or smooth, easyfying when youre rst learning to fy, and conservesbattery power.

5. When you have reached higher altitudes and want

to practice using the elevator, begin with small andsmooth inputs to the transmitter. Very little input isneeded to get the plane to turn, climb or descend.

6. Avoid long vertical dives, with the motor on or o, asit can cause a lot o stress on the aircrat.

Flying

Appendix


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1. When launching, the throttle should be all theway on.

2. Once you have achieved the altitude where youwant to fy, you can reduce throttle to about 50% orcruising. This also allows or longer fights.

3. I you want to reduce altitude, reduce throttle to lessthan 50%.

4. To increase altitude again, increase throttle to morethan 50%.

Note: If youre flying with the motor off, or at a slowspeed, allow the Super Cub LP a bit more areafor turns.

Throttle Adjustment

Appendix

Full Throttle Full Throttle

50% Throttle

Reduced Throttle


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It is recommended in the instructions that the Super CubLP controls be set or soter responses and at the outerholes o the control suraces. However, once you getused to the fight characteristics and want toperorm more aerobatic maneuvers (with ACT o), youcan change the amount o throw that is permitted bymoving the clevises to the inner holes o the controlhorns. Ater making any adjustments, always turn on thetransmitter, center the transmitter trim levers and makesure the control suraces are even. Make the properadjustments to make the suraces even, i they are not(see Step 7).

Note: By making these changes, the controls will bemuch more responsive. However, this makes theairplane much less forgiving and it will be easier

to stall. Remember, crash damage is not coveredunder the warranty.

Aerobatic Flight

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DX5eACT: Ch5 Switch - position 1 ACT active, position 0 ACT o

X-Port: Trainer Switch - pull switch (when not using a trainer chord) to activate X-Port

DX6iACT: Gear Switch - position 0 ACT active, position 1 ACT o

X-Port: Flap Switch - position 0 o, position 1 activate X-Port

Note: The default settings on a DX6i has the FLAPS values set at zero. In the FLAPS menu, set the travel to 100% upin NORM and 100% down in LAND to allow the X-port to function.

DX7 (included DX7se)ACT: Gear Switch - position 1 ACT active, Position 0 ACT o


X9303ACT: Gear Switch - switch orward ACT active, switch back ACT o


Note: Make sure all ATVs are set at 100% travel. Refer to your specific transmitter manual for ATV adjustment. With ablank model selected ATVs should have a default setting of 100%.

ACT and X-Port Transmitter Functions

Appendix


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I you happen to crash, and part o the tail or wingbreaks, it can be repaired by using packing tape to coverthe missing pieces. Also, any type o CA will help repairthe oam uselage and wing. However, i damage issevere, or i the wing and/or tail are bent, replace thedamaged parts prior to fying again. There is a completelist o replacement parts in the back o this manual.

Replace wing immediately

Repairing Minor Damage

Appendix


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HBZ1002 9 x 6 PropellerHBZ1003 DC LiPo Balancing ChargerHBZ1004 1.5A AC Power SupplyHBZ7104 Prop ShatHBZ7106 Landing Gear with TiresHBZ7107 SpinnerHBZ7112 Battery Door with LatchHBZ7114 Firewall with ScrewsHBZ7117 Tail WheelHBZ7120 Standard Wing with StrutsHBZ7121 Control Horns (4)HBZ7122 Wing Struts with ScrewsHBZ7124 2 Wing Hold-Down RodsHBZ7125 Tail with Accessories

HBZ7126 CowlHBZ7127 White Rubber BandsHBZ7128 Pushrods and Clevis SetHBZ7129 Gearbox with Firewall

HBZ7134 Motor with PinionHBZ7135 Metal Pinion (2)HBZ7185 Bare Fuselage (no receiver)HBZ7310 Decal Sheet: Super Cub LPHBZ7357 DSM2 Receiver/ESC unitPKZ1033 1300mAh 11.1V Li-Po Battery with

EC3 ConnectorPKZ1060 Mini Servo (3 wire)PKZ1131 Servo Gear SetPKZ1132 Servo Arm AssortmentPKZ1536 Motor Screws (2): M 2.5 x 6SPM6802 Male Universal Bind Plug

HBZ4020 Sonic Combat ModuleHBZ6023 Aerial Drop ModuleHBZ7390 Super Cub LP FloatsPKZ1005 10 x 8 High Power Propeller

(or use with optional foats)EFLAEC312 EC3 Charge Lead with 12

Wire & Jacks,16AWGSPMR5500 DX5e 5-Channel Full Range Transmitter Only

(Mode 2)SPMR6600 DX6i 6-Channel Full Range Transmitter Only

(Mode 2)

SPMR55001 DX5e 5-Channel Full Range Transmitter Only(Mode 1)

SPMR66001 DX6i 6-Channel Full Range Transmitter Only(Mode 1)

SPMR7700 DX7 7-Channel Air Transmitter Only (Mode 2)SPMR77001 DX7 7-Channel Air Transmitter Only (Mode 1)RTM25R5500 Phoenix R/C Pro Flight Simulator 2.5

with DX5eRTM2500 Phoenix R/C Pro Flight Simulator 2.5

Replacement Parts

Optional Parts

Appendix

Replacement parts are available at your local hobby shop or www.horizonhobby.com.


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Warranty PeriodExclusive Warranty- Horizon Hobby,Inc., (Horizon) warranties that theProducts purchased (the Product)will be ree rom deects inmaterials and workmanship at thedate o purchase by the Purchaser.

Limited Warranty

Horizon reserves the right tochange or modify this warrantywithout notice and disclaimsall other warranties, expressor implied.

(a) This warranty is limited to theoriginal Purchaser (Purchaser) andis not transerable. REPAIR OR RE-PLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDERTHIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVEREMEDY OF THE PURCHASER.This warranty covers only thoseProducts purchased rom anauthorized Horizon dealer. Thirdparty transactions are not coveredby this warranty. Proo o purchase isrequired or warranty claims. Further,Horizon reserves the right to changeor modiy this warranty withoutnotice and disclaims all otherwarranties, express or implied.

(b) Limitations- HORIZON MAKESNO WARRANTY ORREPRESENTATION, EXPRESS ORIMPLIED, ABOUTNON-INFRINGEMENT,MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESSFOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OFTHE PRODUCT. THE PURCHASERACKNOWLEDGES THAT THEYALONE HAVE DETERMINED THATTHE PRODUCT WILL SUITABLYMEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THEPURCHASERS INTENDED USE.

(c) Purchaser Remedy- Horizons soleobligation hereunder shall be that

Horizon will, at its option, (i) repair or(ii) replace, any Product determinedby Horizon to be deective. In theevent o a deect, these are thePurchasers exclusive remedies.Horizon reserves the right to inspectany and all equipment involved in awarranty claim. Repair orreplacement decisions are at the solediscretion o Horizon. This warrantydoes not cover cosmetic damage ordamage due to acts o God,accident, misuse, abuse, negligence,commercial use, or modication o orto any part o the Product. Thiswarranty does not cover damagedue to improper installation,

operation, maintenance, orattempted repair by anyone otherthan Horizon. Return o any goodsby Purchaser must be approved inwriting by Horizon beore shipment.

Damage LimitsHORIZON SHALL NOT BE LIABLEFOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT ORCONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSSOF PROFITS OR PRODUCTION ORCOMMERCIAL LOSS IN ANY WAYCONNECTED WITH THE PRODUCT,WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASEDIN CONTRACT, WARRANTY,NEGLIGENCE, OR STRICT LIABILITY.

Further, in no event shall the liabilityo Horizon exceed the individualprice o the Product on which liabilityis asserted. As Horizon has nocontrol over use, setup, nalassembly, modication or misuse, noliability shall be assumed noraccepted or any resulting damageor injury. By the act o use, setupor assembly, the user accepts allresulting liability.

I you as the Purchaser or user arenot prepared to accept the liabilityassociated with the use o thisProduct, you are advised to returnthis Product immediately in new

Warranty

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payment. Horizon accepts moneyorders and cashiers checks, as well as

Visa, MasterCard, American Express,and Discover cards. I you chooseto pay by credit card, pleaseinclude your credit card number andexpiration date. Any repair letunpaid or unclaimed ater 90 dayswill be considered abandoned andwill be disposed o accordingly.Please note: non-warranty repair isonly available on electronics andmodel engines.

United StatesElectronics and engines requiringinspection or repair should beshipped to the ollowing address:

Horizon Service Center4105 Fieldstone Road

Champaign, Illinois 61822USA

All other Products requiringwarranty inspection or repair shouldbe shipped to the ollowing address:

Horizon Product Support4105 Fieldstone Road

Champaign, Illinois 61822USA

Please call 877-504-0233 or e-mailus [email protected] any questions or concernsregarding this product or warranty.

United KingdomElectronics and engines requiringinspection or repair should beshipped to the ollowing address:

Horizon Hobby UKUnits 1-4 Ployters Rd

Staple TyeHarlow, Essex

CM18 7NSUnited Kingdom

Please call +44 (0) 1279 641 097 ore-mail us [email protected] with anyquestions or concerns regarding thisproduct or warranty.

GermanyElectronics and engines requiringinspection or repair should beshipped to the ollowing address:

Horizon Technischer ServiceHamburger Strasse 10

25335 ElmshornGermany

Please call +49 4121 46199 66 ore-mail us [email protected] with anyquestions or concerns regarding thisproduct or warranty.

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