Vision Fitness Bicycle ES600 User Manual

O w n e r’s  
G u i d e  
ES600  
INDOOR CYCLE  
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ongratulations on choosing a VISION FITNESS Bike. You’ve taken an  
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important step in developing and sustaining an exercise program! Your  
Bike is a tremendously effective tool for achieving your facilitys fitness  
goals. Regular use of your Bike can improve the quality of your members’  
lives in so many ways.  
Here are just a few of the health benefits of aerobic exercise:  
• Weight Loss  
• A Healthier Heart  
• Improved Muscle Tone  
• Increased Daily Energy Levels  
• Reduced Stress  
• Help in Countering Anxiety and Depression  
• An Improved Self Image  
The key to reaping these benefits is to develop the exercise habit. Your  
new Bike will be an important tool in helping your members achieve this  
exercise habit. This Owners Guide provides you with basic information  
on using this VISION FITNESS Bike. A more complete knowledge of your  
new Bike will assist you in helping your members achieve their goals.  
Some kinds of service to your Bike should only be performed by your  
VISION FITNESS retailer. Please contact your authorized VISION FITNESS  
retailer should service be required. If a question or problem arises which  
cannot be handled by your VISION FITNESS retailer, please contact us:  
VISION FITNESS  
500 South CP Avenue  
P.O. Box 280  
Lake Mills, WI 53551  
Ph: 1.800.335.4348  
Fax: 1.920.648.3373  
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Table of Contents  
M O D E L I N F O  
E S 6 0 0  
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2  
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . 4  
RESISTANCE & SEAT ADJUSTMENT . 10  
HANDLEBAR ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . 11  
PEDAL STRAP ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . 12  
DISMOUNTING THE UNIT . . . . . . . . 13  
MOVING AND LEVELING . . . . . . . . . 14  
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE . . . . . . 15  
A S S E M B L Y  
STEP 1: FRONT FOOT . . . . . . . . . . . 5  
STEP 2: REAR FOOT . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6  
STEP 3: PEDALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7  
STEP 4: HANDLEBARS . . . . . . . . . . . 8  
STEP 5: WATER BOTTLE CAGE . . . . . . 9  
G E N E R A L  
COMMERCIAL WARRANTY . . . . . . . . 16  
DEVELOPING A FITNESS PROGRAM . 18  
EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . 19  
TARGET HEART RATE . . . . . . . . . . . . 20  
RATE OF PERCEIVED EXERTION . . . . 21  
BALANCED FITNESS . . . . . . . . . . . . 22  
STRETCHING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23  
WEEKLY WORKOUT LOGS . . . . . . . . 26  
MONTHLY WORKOUT LOGS . . . . . . 28  
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HANDLEBAR  
SADDLE  
SEAT POST  
HANDLEBAR STEM  
FRICTION  
SYSTEM  
BELT GUARD  
FLYWHEEL  
FRAME  
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E S 6 0 0  
INDOOR CYCLE  
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FRAME – Zinc coated, heavy gauge steel  
BELT GUARD – Black Plastic  
HANDLEBAR STEM – Stainless steel stem with adjustment scale for height and  
fore/aft positioning  
HANDLEBAR – Ergonomic PVC coated design that includes aerobars and  
fore/aft adjustment  
SADDLE – The comfortable and generously padded Velo saddle features  
elastomer-mounted rails to absorb shock and an ozone relief area to  
eliminate pressure points.  
SEAT POST – Stainless steel stem with adjustment scale for height and  
fore/aft positioning  
BOTTOM BRACKET – ultra strong heat treated Cro-Moly design  
CRANKS – Hi-Carbon heat-treated steel  
PEDALS AND STRAPS – Alloy body and cage with toe clip & straps  
BOTTLE CAGES – Conveniently located on handlebar  
LOCKING SYSTEM – Easy/high performance “V” block tightening and  
locking system  
DRIVE BELT – Quality Hutchinson Poly-N Belt  
FLYWHEEL – 47.3 lbs. (21.5 kgs.) high tension, fixed wheel with ultra  
strong axle and SKF sealed roller bearings  
FRICTION SYSTEM – Dual function design for friction and emergency braking  
COLOR – Silver  
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NET WEIGHT – 124 lbs. (61.5 kgs.)  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS EXERCISE EQUIPMENT.  
Keep children off your Bike at all times.  
When the Bike is in use, young children and pets should be kept at least  
10 feet away.  
Use this Bike only for its intended use as described in the manual.  
Keep your hands away from all moving parts. Never turn the pedal crank  
arms by hand.  
Do not remove your feet from the pedals while they are in motion.  
After exercising, push down on the tension knob or turn the tension knob  
in a clockwise direction to slow the flywheel down and decrease the  
potential for injury.  
Do not dismount the Bike until both the pedals and flywheel have come  
to a complete stop.  
Do not attempt to use this Bike at high speeds or in standing positions until  
you have practiced and are comfortable at lower speeds.  
Rotate the tension knob clock wise to add resistance to the flywheel prior  
to standing on the pedals.  
Never drop or insert any object into any opening on this Bike.  
Do not use without proper footwear.  
To assure that the safety level of this Bike is maintained, examine components  
for wear and tear on a regular basis. Components that are worn excessively  
or inoperable should be replaced immediately or the Bike should be put out  
of use until it is repaired.  
CAUTION! If you experience chest pains, nausea, dizziness or shortness of  
breath, stop exercising immediately and consult your physician before  
continuing.  
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ASSEMBLY  
Tools needed: 4mm Allen Wrench, 5mm Allen Wrench, and 15mm Pedal  
Wrench.  
STEP  
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FRONT FOOT  
• Remove bolts, washers, and nuts from the frame  
bracket for the front foot.  
• Remove the plastic spacers from the bracket of the front foot.  
• Attach the front foot using the bolts, washers, and nuts  
removed earlier. The wheels should face forward.  
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STEP  
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REAR FOOT  
• Remove bolts, washers, and nuts from the frame  
bracket for the rear foot.  
• Remove the plastic spacers from the bracket of the rear  
foot.  
• Attach the rear foot using the bolts, washers, and nuts  
removed earlier.  
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STEP  
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PEDALS  
• Attach the pedals to the crank arms. Each pedal is  
marked with the letter L (left) or R (right) to denote the side  
of the spinning bike they are on. Be careful to align the  
threads correctly to avoid damage. A little grease on the  
threads should help the pedals to screw in easily and  
correctly. Tighten with a 15mm wrench. The threads on  
both pedals should tighten towards the front of the bike.  
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STEP  
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HANDLEBARS  
• Place the handlebar on the handlebar stem. Position  
handlebar bracket beneath the handlebar stem and  
insert the socket head cap screw so that it inserts into the  
bottom of the handlebar. Tighten with the 5mm allen  
wrench.  
• Insert the quick release lever through the bottom bracket  
and into the handlebar. Turn counter-clockwise to tighten.  
To adjust the position of the handlebar, loosen quick  
release lever and slide to the desired location. If the  
handlebar does not slide easily, loosen the socket head  
cap screw slightly until the handlebar slides easily.  
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STEP  
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WATER BOTTLE CAGE  
• Attach water bottle cage to the handlebars using the  
provided screws. Tighten with a 4mm allen wrench.  
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RESISTANCE ADJUSTMENT  
The ergonomic resistance control  
knob located just below the  
handlebars on the bike frame  
easily controls pedaling resistance.  
Turning the knob in a clockwise  
direction increases pedal resistance.  
Turning the knob in a counter  
clockwise direction decreases pedal  
resistance.  
SEAT ADJUSTMENT  
To ensure maximum comfort,  
exercise efficiency, and injury  
prevention make sure the seat is  
adjusted to the proper position.  
• Adjust the seat height so that you  
have a very slight bend in the knee  
at the bottom of the pedal stroke.  
• When the proper seat height has  
been achieved, adjust the seat  
forward or back so that the feet are  
at the 3 o’clock and 9 o’clock  
positions and the forward knee is  
directly over the pedal axle.  
• When a comfortable seat  
position is found, make note of the  
seat height and fore/aft position  
for future use.  
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HANDLEBAR ADJUSTMENT  
The handlebar position is based on  
comfort and may be adjusted to  
more accurately simulate the upper  
body position on a road bike.  
Typically the handlebar position is  
positioned slightly higher then the  
seat position for beginning cyclists.  
More advanced cyclists may prefer  
a lower handlebar position.  
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PEDAL STRAP ADJUSTMENT  
Place the ball of each foot in the  
toe clip so the shoe fits snugly into  
the clip of the cage. Rotate one of  
the pedals to within arms reach.  
Pull on the strap of the clip to  
tighten the clip snugly around your  
shoe and tuck in excess strap.  
Repeat for the other foot. Make  
sure toes are pointing straight  
ahead to ensure maximum pedal  
efficiency.  
To remove your foot from the toe  
clip, push on the plastic tab to  
loosen the strap.  
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DISMOUNTING THE UNIT  
The ES600 uses a fixed flywheel that builds  
WARNING!  
momentum and will keep the pedals turning even after the user stops  
pedaling or if the users feet slip off. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE YOUR FEET FROM THE  
PEDALS OR DISMOUNT THE MACHINE UNTIL BOTH THE PEDALS AND THE FLYWHEEL HAVE COMPLETELY  
STOPPED.  
Use one of the following methods  
to stop the pedals:  
• Reduce your pedal speed until  
you come to a complete stop.  
• Push down on the brake knob to  
come to a complete stop.  
• Increase the resistance by turning  
the resistance knob in a clockwise  
position until you come to a  
complete stop.  
Failure to follow these instructions  
may lead to loss of control and the  
potential for serious injury.  
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MOVING THE ES600  
Make sure the quick release levers for the handlebar are tight. Stand in  
front of the bike, grasping the end of the handlebars. Place one foot on  
the bikes front support foot to stabilize the bike and begin tilting the bike  
toward you. The transport wheels should now be in contact with the  
ground and can easily roll in any direction. Be careful when moving the  
bike to prevent a sudden impact that could harm the bike or its  
surroundings.  
LEVELING THE ES600  
The ES600 should operate on a  
level surface with no lateral  
movement. There are height  
adjuster caps located on the  
bottom side of the front foot and  
rear foot. Turn these caps  
clockwise or counter-clockwise  
until the bike is stable.  
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PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE TIPS  
• Locate Bike in a cool, dry place.  
DAILY  
• Before each session, check the pedals to make sure they are tight.  
• Use a cotton cloth with water and a mild, non-abrasive, cleaning  
product to clean the Bike of sweat and moisture following use. Do not use  
ammonia or acid-based cleaners.  
PERIODICALLY  
• Check to make sure the crank arms are tight to the bottom bracket. Use  
a 15mm socket wrench to tighten.  
• Inspect all parts, nuts, bolts, or screws for adjustments, replacements or  
maintenance.  
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COMMERCIAL WARRANTY  
COMMERCIAL USES DEFINED VISION FITNESS warrants the ES600 Indoor  
Cycle for use in commercial facilities. Examples of commercial facilities include but  
are not limited to: Hotels; Resorts; Police and Fire Stations; Apartment Complexes;  
Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine Clinics; Hospitals; Elementary, Middle, and  
High Schools; YMCAs; Private Health Clubs; Colleges and Universities.  
FRAME - 15 YEARS VISION FITNESS warrants the Frame against defects in  
workmanship and materials for a period of 15 years from the date of original  
purchase, so long as the device remains in the possession of the original owner.  
PARTS - THREE YEARS VISION FITNESS warrants Parts against defects in  
workmanship and materials for a period of three years from date of original  
purchase, so long as the device remains in the possession of the original owner.  
LABOR - ONE YEAR For a period of one year from the date of purchase,  
VISION FITNESS, through its local service providers, will provide the necessary  
Labor for repair and replacement of Frames and Parts under this warranty, so long  
as the device remains in the possession of the original owner.  
WEAR ITEMS - 90 DAYS VISION FITNESS warrants Wear Items, such as pedals,  
seat, friction resistance system, etc., against defects in workmanship and materials  
for a period of 90 days from date of original purchase, so long as the device  
remains in possession of the original owner.  
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COMMERCIAL WARRANTY (continued)  
EXCLUSIVE REMEDY  
The exclusive remedy for any of the above warranties shall be repair or  
replacement of defective Parts or the supply of Labor to cure any defect, provided  
that the Labor be limited to one year.  
EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS  
This warranty applies only to the original owner and is not transferable. This  
warranty is expressly limited to the repair or replacement of a defective Frame,  
Electronic component, or defective Part and is the sole remedy of the warranty. The  
warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, improper assembly or  
maintenance, or installation of parts or accessories not originally intended or  
compatible with the product as sold. This warranty does not apply to damage or  
failure due to accident, abuse, corrosion, discoloration of paint or plastic or  
neglect. VISION FITNESS shall not be responsible for incidental or consequential  
damages. Parts and Electronic components reconditioned to As New Condition  
by VISION FITNESS or its vendors may sometimes be supplied as warranty  
replacement parts and constitute fulfillment of warranty terms. Any warranty  
replacement parts shall be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty  
term.  
VISION FITNESS expressly disclaims all other warranties, express or implied,  
including but not limited to all warranties of fitness for a particular purpose or of  
merchantability. This warranty gives you specific rights, and your rights may vary  
from state to state.  
WARRANTY REGISTRATION  
Your warranty card must be completed and sent to VISION FITNESS before a  
warranty claim can be processed. We suggest that commercial facilities register  
survey. Your care in completing the survey will be of value to us in  
serving you in the future. You may also register by filling out and mailing in the  
enclosed warranty card. Comments and suggestions are always welcome. We  
are certain you will enjoy your new Fitness Bike. Thank you for selecting a  
VISION FITNESS product.  
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DEVELOPING A FITNESS PROGRAM  
By purchasing this piece of VISION FITNESS exercise equipment, you  
have made a commitment to exercise and now have the convenience of  
exercising in your own home. Your new equipment offers the flexibility to  
exercise at whatever time suits you best. It will be easier to maintain a  
consistent exercise program that will help you achieve your fitness goals.  
ACHIEVING YOUR FITNESS GOALS  
An important step in developing a long-term fitness program is to  
determine your goals. Is your primary goal to lose weight? Improve muscle  
tone? Relieve stress? Prepare for the spring racing schedule? Knowing  
what your goals are will help you develop a more successful exercise  
program. If possible, try to define your personal goals in precise,  
measurable terms over specific periods of time. Examples of these goals  
might include:  
• Decrease your waistline by two inches over the next two months.  
• Run the local 5K race this summer.  
• Get 30 minutes of cardiovascular exercise at least five days per week.  
• Improve your race time by two minutes over the next year.  
• Move from walking a mile to jogging a mile within the next three months.  
The more specific the goal, the easier it will be to track your progress. If  
your goals are long-term, divide them into monthly and weekly segments.  
Long-term goals can lose some of the motivational benefits. Short-term  
goals are easier to achieve and will allow you to see the progress you are  
making. Every time you reach a goal, it is important to set a new goal.  
This will lead to a healthier lifestyle and will provide the motivation that  
you will need to move forward.  
TRACK YOUR PROGRESS  
Now that you have set your exercise goals, it is time to write them down  
and make an exercise schedule that will help you achieve them. By  
keeping a fitness diary, you will stay motivated and know where you are  
in terms of reaching your goals. As time goes on, you will be able to look  
back with pride to see how far you’ve come. For your convenience, we  
have included exercise log sheets at the end of this manual.  
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EXERCISE GUIDELINES  
EXERCISE DURATION  
A common question asked is, “how much exercise do I need?” We  
recommend following the guidelines set up by the American College of  
Sports Medicine (ACSM) for healthy aerobic activity.  
• Exercise three to five days per week.  
• Warm up for five to 10 minutes before aerobic activity.  
• Maintain your exercise activity for 30 to 45 minutes.  
• Gradually decrease the intensity of your workout, then stretch to  
cool down during the last five to 10 minutes.  
If weight loss is a major goal, participate in your aerobic activity at least  
30 minutes for five days each week.  
EXERCISE INTENSITY  
The next question asked is, “how hard do I need to work out?” To reap  
the most cardiovascular benefits from your workout, it is necessary to  
exercise within a recommended intensity range. We recommend using  
one of two methods to measure exercise intensity. These two methods are  
performed by monitoring your exercise heart rate or by using the Rate of  
Perceived Exertion (RPE).  
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TARGET HEART RATE  
Target Heart Rate is a percentage of your maximum heart rate. Target  
Heart Rate will vary for each individual depending on age, current  
level of conditioning, and personal fitness goals. Exercise heart rate  
should range from 55% to 85% of your maximum heart rate. As a  
point of reference, we use the predicted maximum heart rate formula  
of (220 minus age) to determine your heart rate training zone. Please  
use the following chart to determine your predicted Target Heart Rate.  
EXAMPLE:  
If you are a 30-year-old, your predicted maximum heart rate is 190 based  
on the (220 minus age) formula.  
220 30=190  
Based on the chart above, your heart rate training zone is 104 to 161,  
which is 55%–85% of 190.  
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RATE OF PERCEIVED EXERTION  
Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) is one of the easiest ways to monitor  
exercise intensity. By becoming familiar with the RPE scale, you can  
continually assess your level of intensity and insure a level of exertion that  
is comfortable. An increase in exercise intensity is directly related to  
elevation in exercise heart rate. Consequently, RPE can be used alone or  
together with heart rate when monitoring exercise intensity.  
RPE SCALE  
0
.5  
1
Nothing at all  
Very, very weak  
Very weak  
Weak  
2
3
Moderate  
4
5
Somewhat strong  
Strong  
6
7
Very strong  
8
9
10  
Very, very, strong  
Maximal  
The recommended RPE range during exercise for most people is between  
3 (moderate) and 5 (strong). The RPE should be independent of your pace.  
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BALANCED FITNESS  
While cardiovascular exercise has been the primary method of fitness for  
many programs over the years, it should not be the only method. Strength  
Training and Flexibility Training have become more popular as exercise  
has developed. Incorporating Strength and Flexibility Training into your  
current exercise program will give you the balance you need to improve  
your athletic performance, reduce susceptibility to injury, increase  
metabolic rate, increase bone density, and reach your goals faster.  
STRENGTH TRAINING  
Strength Training was once known as an activity performed by young  
males only. That has changed with the advances in scientific research on  
Strength Training over the last 20 years or so. Research has proven that,  
after age 30, we begin to lose muscle mass if we do not incorporate  
Strength Training into our exercise program. With this decrease in muscle  
mass, our ability to burn calories decreases, our physical ability to do  
work decreases and our susceptibility to injuries increases. The good news  
is that, with a proper Strength Training program, we can maintain or even  
build muscle as we age. A proper Strength Training program will work the  
muscle groups of the upper and lower body. There are now many options  
available for Strength Training including: yoga, Pilates, selectorized  
machines, free weights, stability balls or medicine balls, exercise tubing  
and body weight exercises, just to name a few.  
Recommendations for a minimum Strength Training program include:  
FREQUENCY: Two to three days per week  
VOLUME: One to three sets consisting of eight to 12 repetitions  
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STRETCHING  
Flexibility Training is not associated with fitness as often as cardiovascular  
exercise or Strength Training, even though it is just as important. A good  
stretching program will help to maintain flexibility of the hips and lower  
back. A flexible person will be less likely to injure themselves in common  
activities, such as reaching, twisting and turning, or in uncommon activities  
such as the annual softball tournament.  
Before stretching, take a few minutes to warm up the muscles because  
stretching a cold muscle can cause injury. Start your stretch slowly,  
exhaling as you gently stretch the muscle. Try to hold each stretch 15 to  
30 seconds. Don’t bounce when you stretch. Holding a stretch offers less  
chance of injury. Don’t strain or push a muscle too far. If it hurts, ease up.  
Here are a few stretches you can incorporate into your exercise program:  
SEATED TOE TOUCH  
Sit on the floor with your legs  
together and straight out in front of  
you. Do not lock your knees.  
Extend your fingers toward your  
toes, exhaling as you go. Hold for  
15 to 30 seconds. Return to the  
start position, and repeat as  
necessary.  
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STANDING QUADRICEPS STRETCH  
Using a wall to provide balance,  
grasp your left ankle with your left  
hand and hold to stretch. Your  
knee should be pointing toward  
the floor. Hold the stretch for 15 to  
30 seconds. Repeat with your  
right leg, and continue to alternate  
as necessary.  
STANDING CALF STRETCH  
Standing about three to four feet  
from the wall, take one step  
forward with your right foot. Place  
your hands on the wall in front of  
you. Bend your right leg slowly,  
using your movement to control the  
amount of stretch in the left calf.  
Your left heel should remain on the  
ground. Slowly bring yourself  
back to the starting position and  
switch legs. Repeat as necessary.  
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i t a l l  
s t a r t s  
w i t h a  
v i s i o n  
500 South CP Avenue  
P.O. Box 280  
Lake Mills, WI 53551  
toll free 800.335.4348  
fax 920.648.3373  
phone 920.648.4090  
©2005 Vision Fitness. All Rights Reserved.  
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