OPERATOR AND PARTS MANUAL
Grass Catcher
966004101
Please read the operator’s manual
carefully and make sure you
understand the instructions before
using the machine.
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SAFETY RULES
SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS
DANGER !
THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS.
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY
OR DEATH.
GENERAL OPERATION
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Keep machine free of grass, leaves or other debris
buildup which can touch hot exhaust/engine parts
and burn. Do not allow the mower deck to plow
leaves or other debris which can cause buildup
to occur. Clean any oil or fuel spillage before
operating or storing the machine. Allow machine to
cool before storage.
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Read, understand and follow all instructions in the
manual and on the machine before starting.
Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar
with the instructions, to operate the machine.
Clear the area of objects such as rocks, stones,
toys, wire etc., which could be picked up and
thrown by the blades.
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Be sure the area is clear of all people and pets
before mowing. Stop the machine if anyone enters
the area.
SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and
tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or
death. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot
back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not
mow it.
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Never carry passengers or children even with
blades off.
Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely
necessary. Always look down and behind before
and while backing.
DO
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Mow up and down slopes (10° Max.), not across.
Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.
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Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do
not direct it towards anyone. Do not operate the
mower without either the entire grass catcher or
the guard in place.
Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain
could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide
obstacles.
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Slow down before turning.
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Use slow speed. Choose a low speed so that you
will not have to stop while on the slope.
Never leave the machine unattended when the
engine is running. Always turn off the blades, set
the parking brake, stop the engine and remove the
key before leaving the machine.
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Use extra care with grass catchers or other
attachments. These can change the stability of the
machine.
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Turn off blades when not mowing.
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Keep all movement on the slopes slow and
gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed
or direction.
Stop engine before removing grass catcher or
unclogging chute.
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Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose
traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly
straight down the slope.
Do not operate the machine while under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
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Watch out for traffic when operating near or
crossing roadways.
Use extra care when loading and unloading the
machine onto a trailer or truck.
Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and
above, are involved in a large percentage of riding
mower-related injuries. These operators should
evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower
safely enough to protect themselves and others
from serious injury.
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DO NOT operate mower with grass catcher,
unless the front weights are installed.
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SAFETY RULES
SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS
SERVICE
DO NOT
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Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then,
•
The operation of any mower can result in foreign
turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.
objects thrown into the eyes, which can result
in severe eye damage. Always wear safety
glasses or eye shields while operating your
mower or performing any adjustments or repairs.
We recommend a wide vision safety mask over
spectacles or standard safety glasses.
•
Do not mow near drop-off, ditches, or
embankments. The mower could suddenly turn
over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch,
or if an edge caves in.
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Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could
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Use extra care in handling gasoline and other
fuels. They are flammable and vapors are
explosive.
cause sliding.
Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your
foot on the ground.
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Use only an approved container.
CHILDREN
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Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the
engine running.
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to
the presence of children. Children are often attracted
to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume
that children will remain where you last saw them.
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Allow engine to cool before refueling.
Do not smoke.
Never refuel the machine indoors.
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NEVER allow children to operate the machine.
Never store the machine or fuel container
inside where there is an open flame, such as a
water heater.
Keep children out of the mowing area and under
the watchful care of another responsible adult.
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Be alert and turn off the machine if children enter
the area.
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Never run a machine inside a closed area.
Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment
bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition.
Before and when backing, look behind and down
for small children.
•
Never tamper with safety devices. Check there
proper operation regularly.
Never carry children. They may fall off and be
seriously injured or interfere with safe machine
operation.
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Use extra care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure
vision.
CAUTION
In order to prevent accidental starting
when setting up, transporting,
adjusting or making repairs, always
disconnect spark plug wire and place
wire where it cannot contact spark
plug.
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SAFETY RULES
SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS
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Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other
debris buildup. Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow
machine to cool before storing.
WARNING!
Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals know to the
State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects or other reproductive
harm. Wash hands after handling.
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Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an
object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.
Never make adjustments or repairs with the
engine running.
Grass catcher components are subject to wear,
damage, and deterioration, which could expose
moving parts or allow objects to be thrown.
Frequently check components and replace
with manufacturer’s recommended parts, when
necessary.
WARNING!
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Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the
blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution
when servicing them.
DO NOT tow any trailers, etc. with this
mower. They may jackknife or over
turn causing damage to the mower
and possibly serious injury to the
operator.
Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and
service as shown in the Operator’s Manual.
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UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS
CONTAINER CONTENTS
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Remove all parts and packing materials from
carton.
2 - Soft bag containers
1 - Upper Chute
1 - Bag of Hardware
1 - Lower Chute
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Check carton contents against list. Be sure all
parts are there.
1 - Cover Assembly
1 - Mounting Hardware
TOOLS REQUIRED
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½" Wrench (2)
7/16" Wrench (2)
Drill
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9/16" Wrench (2)
Ft/Lbs Torque Wrench
¼" and 5/16" Drill Bits
9/16" Socket and Ratchet
Standard Screwdriver
PARTS IDENTIFICATION
UPPER CHUTE
COVER ASSEMBLY
LOWER CHUTE
BAG CONTAINERS
NOTE: When right hand (RH) and left hand (LH. are mentioned in this manual, it means when you are
seated on the mower in the operator’s position.
CAUTION
BEFORE ASSEMBLING GRASS CATCHER TO MOWER:
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Set parking brake.
Place motion control levers in “NEUTRAL” position.
Turn ignition key “OFF” and remove key.
Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.
Disconnect spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact
with plug.
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ASSEMBLY
INSTALL PLATE AND HANGER
MOUNTING COVER ASSEMBLY
1
2TO SUPPORT ASSEMBLY
For ease of assembly, you may wish assistance from
another person for mounting the cover assembly to
mower.
1. Using hardware provided in kit, attach support
mount to unit.
2. Attach hanger bracket to support mount. Do not
fully tighten nuts at this time.
1. Position cover assembly on the ground behind the
mower.
2. Lift and rotate cover to align the frame bracket with
the hanger and slide the cover down until secure.
Cover Assembly
Support Mount
Hanger Bracket
3. Secure rear end of support straps to outside of
hanger assembly. Set reinforcement plates to the
outside of the tank brackets and fasten front end
of support strap to tank bracket and reinforcment
plate with round head bolt. Secure front end
of reinforcement plate to tank bracket with hex
bolt. Fully secure all mounting hardware. See
illustration.
Frame
Bracket
Hanger
INSTALLING SPACER PLUG
NOTE: Depending on model, rear guard hole may
need to be drilled out to 5/16" if kit hardware is too
large.
3
Remove plastic end cap from the center bag
support arm. Fully insert spacer plugs into the
ends of the support tube. It may be necessary
to tap the spacer into place with a hammer or
mallet. Replace the plastic end cap back over
the spacer. The additional extension will hold the
hood more securely when latched.
Hex Bolt Placement
Round Head
Bolt Placement
Reinforcement Plate
Insert spacer and
Remove center
replace cap
end cap
Support Straps
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ASSEMBLY
CONTAINER INSTALLATION
LOWER CHUTE INSTALLATION
4
5
1. Install containers on support frame, overlapping
containers at center tube.
1. Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position.
2. Fit lower chute as shown and hook rear latch to
mower deck.
Note: One container should always overlap the
other container at the center tube.
3. Align the bracket slot on lower chute with the
deflector bracket tab on the mower deck. Slide
chute down over tab.
2. Close cover and lock latch handle over support
tubes.
Latch Handle
4. With the lower chute in proper position, hold the
chute securely while hooking the front latch to the
mower deck.
NOTE: While hooking the latches, the deflector
shield may try to push the chute away from the
mower deck opening. It is important to hold the
chute in position while hooking the latches to
the mower deck.
Deflector
Shield
Deflector
Bracket Tab
Support Frame
WARNING!
DO NOT operate mower unless
container is properly installed.
Container is subject to wear and
deterioration, check containers
frequently, replace when cracked or
damaged. Use only a recommended
replacement container.
Front Latch
Rear Latch
Attach Rear Latch here
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ASSEMBLY
UPPER CHUTE INSTALLATION
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1. With ¼" drill bit, add a new hole 4¾" inches from
the top of the chute, down along the side seam.
3. Slide upper chute onto lower chute, lining up
notches and channels.
2. Attach bungee latch assembly from kit.
4. Stretch bungee latch up onto acorn nut on upper
chute to secure.
New Bungee
Latch Hole
Before continuing to Step 7, locate the seal
fastening kit (packed separately) and install the
top cover grommet.
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ASSEMBLY
CHUTE / HOOD INSTALLATION
LEVELING MOWER DECK
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1. Push upper chute through the gasketed opening in
the cover assembly.
Be sure deck is properly leveled for best mower
performance. See your mower operator’s manual for
instructions.
2. Rotate chute so the chute opening is downwards
toward the container bags.
Rotate upper chute to point
downwards towards bags
Hood Inlet
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OPERATION
IMPROVED BAGGING TIPS
Follow the mower operation instructions in the mower
operator’s manual.
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If the grass catcher fails to pick up cut grass
or leaves, it is an indication that clogging has
occurred in the system or that the grass catcher
containers are full.
When using the grass catcher on a lawn where grass
and leaf bagging equipment has not been used, thatch
and debris that has accumulated for long periods
of time will be picked up. The amount collected
and the total time of operation may be greater than
experienced with regular use of the grass catcher.
a. Disengage blades, place motion control levers
in neutral position.
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Unlatch and raise cover.
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Always run throttle at full speed when bagging.
Slide out containers and dispose of
clippings.
Select a speed low enough to give good mower
cutting performance, good quality cut and good
bagging performance.
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Replace containers, close cover, and
latch.
NOTE: It may be necessary to overlap width of
cut to suit your conditions.
b. Unlatch chutes and check for clogging.
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Remove all debris in chute.
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If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice.
The first time relatively high, the second time to
desired height.
Reassemble and latch chutes.
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Use left hand side of mower for trimming.
Plastic trash bags (3.0 mil, 30 gallon) can be
inserted inside grass catcher containers for ease
of debris disposal. To remove the plastic trash
bags when full:
CAUTION
• DO NOT operate mower with grass catcher
partially installed.
• Disengage blades and stop engine before
leaving mower seat to empty containers,
unclogging chutes, etc.
a. Disengage blades, shift into neutral, engage
the parking brake and stop the engine.
b. Unlatch and raise cover.
c. Remove one container at a time by grasping
container handles and pulling toward the rear,
off of the tube rails.
• Close cover before starting.
• Disengage mower blades when crossing
driveways or gravel surfaces and other
areas where thrown objects could be a
hazard.
d. With the container resting on the ground, close
and secure the top of the plastic lawn bag.
e. Tip the container on its side and slide the filled
• DO NOT attempt to vacuum up cans or
bag from the container.
other potentially hazardous projectiles.
f. Install a new plastic lawn bag with the edges
of the bag draped over upper lip of the
container.
g. Repeat for other container.
h. Reinstall containers making sure right
container overlaps left container at center
supports.
i. Close cover and secure latches over center
support tubes.
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Avoid cutting wet grass or mowing in the morning
while the dew is still heavy. Grass clippings
collected under these conditions tend to be sticky
and adhere to the walls of the flow path causing
clogging.
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
STORAGE
Always observe safety rules when performing any
maintenance.
When grass catcher is to be stored for a period of
time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grass, leaves,
etc. Store in a clean, dry place.
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Before each use check for loose fasteners.
Clean unit thoroughly after each use.
BLADE CARE
For best results mower blades must be kept sharp.
Replace bent or damaged blades.
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See BLADE CARE instructions in your mower
operator’s manual.
CAUTION
CAUTION
BEFORE PERFORMING MAINTENANCE,
SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:
Do not leave grass in bagger containers.
Empty containers after each use and
before storing. Failure to do so may result
in spontaneous combustion which could
develop into a fire.
• Set parking brake.
• Place motion control levers in “NEUTRAL”
position.
• Place clutch control in “DISENGAGED”
position.
• Turn ignition key to “OFF” position.
• Make sure blades and all moving parts
CAUTION
have completely stopped.
Grass catcher components are subject to
wear, damage and deterioration, which could
expose moving parts or allow objects to be
thrown. Frequently check components and
replace with manufacturer’s recommended
parts when necessary.
• Disconnect spark plug wire(s) from spark
plug(s) and place wire where it cannot
come in contact with plug.
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PARTS
2
1
20
5
5
3
4
20
20
18
19
16
14
15
6
8
7
12
13
11
10
17
9
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PARTS
ITEM
PART NO.
QTY.
DESCRIPTION
ITEM PART NO.
QTY.
DESCRIPTION
1.. 539 111139 ....1 ....COVER ASSM, COMPLETE
INCLUDES ITEMS 2-4
11.. 532 179746....1 ....BAGGER, FRAME
12.. 532 128600....1 ....PIN, HINGE
2.. 532 127533....1 ....SCREEN, COVER
3.. 532 155042....1 ....STRIP, REINFORCEMENT
4.. 532 130895....1 ....LATCH HANDLE, COVER
5.. 539 976952....4 ....SCREW #10-24 x 5/8
6.. 532 132796....1 ....SPRING, COVER, LH
7.. 532 132983....1 ....SPRING, COVER RH
8.. 532 133235....1 ....SPACER, COVER
9.. 532 085902....1 ....SPRING, RETAINER
10.. 532 174083....3 ....CAP, TUBING END
13.. 532 400226....2 ....CONTAINER, SOFT BAG
14.. 539 105408....8 ....WASHER #10 FLAT
15.. 539 976977....4 ....NUT #10-24 HEX NYLOC
16.. 539 106312....4 ....HMS #10-24 x ¾
17.. 522 801301....1 ....SPACER, PLUG
18.. 532 127534....1 ....GASKET
19.. 539 108081....4 ....SCREW #10-24 x ½
20.. 539 108086....9 ....NUT #10-24 ACORN
NOTE: ALL FASTENERS ARE GRADE 5 UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED.
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PARTS
1
20
4
3
11
15
10
16
21 24
23
17
18
13
19
2
5
8
12
9
14
22
7
8
9
6
5
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PARTS
ITEM
PART NO.
QTY.
DESCRIPTION
ITEM PART NO.
QTY.
DESCRIPTION
1.. 525 497001....1 ....CHUTE, UPPER
13.. 539 990316....4 ....RHSNB 5/16-18 x ¾
14.. 539 112899..12 ....NUT 5/16-18 HEX FLG NYLOC
15.. 523 112802....2 ....PLATE
2.. 532 405455....1 ....CHUTE, LOWER
3.. 539 108082....1 ....INDICATOR, BAG DUMP
4.. 522 854702....1 ....BRACKET, HANGER
5.. 539 108089....3 ....NUT #10-24 WELD PLATED
6.. 539 108194....2 ....LATCH ASSM, CHUTE
7.. 539 976952....3 ....SCREW #10-24 x 5/8
8.. 539 108084....4 ....WASHER 3/16 x ¾ 16 GA
9.. 539 109552....3 ....WASHER 3/16 LOCK
10.. 522854402.....1 ....STRAP, SUPPORT, RT
11.. 522 854502....1 ....STRAP, SUPPORT, LT
12.. 522 854602....1 ....BRACKET, COLLECTION
16.. 539 976938....2 ....HCS 5/16-18 x 2¼
17.. 539 100472....2 ....RHSNB 5/16-18 x 1¼
18.. 539 990209....4 ....HCS 5/16-18 x 1
19.. 539 990188....6 ....WASHER 5/16 SAE FLAT
20.. 539 108081....1 ....SCREW, #10-14 x ½
21.. 539 108088....1 ....LATCH, HOOD
22.. 539 108083....1 ....SCREW #10-24 x 11/8
23.. 539 108085....1 ....SPACER, SPLIT
24.. 539 108086....1 ....NUT #10-24 ACORN
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TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
HEX HEAD CAP SCREWS
The torque values shown should be used as a general guideline when specific torque values are not given.
U.S. Standard Hardware
Grade
SAE Grade 5
SAE Grade 8
Flangelock Screw
w/Flangelock Nut
ft./lbs
Nm
ft./lbs
12
Nm
13
ft./lbs
18
Nm
ft./lbs
¼
5/16
3/8
9
18
24
28
38
24
40
33
54
31
42
46
62
7/16
50
68
75
108
156
224
305
502
801
1912
½
75
102
150
203
339
513
1060
115
165
225
370
591
1410
9/16
5/8
110
150
250
378
782
¾
7/8
11/8
** Grade 5 - Minimum commercial quality (lower quality not recommended)
Metric Standard Hardware
Grade
ft./lbs
Grade 8.8
Nm
Grade 10.9
Grade 12.9
ft./lbs
2
Nm
2.2
ft./lbs
3
Nm
2.7
5.2
8.2
15
ft./lbs
3.6
7
M4
M5
1.5
3
4
4.5
6
M6
5.2
7
7.5
10
11
M7
8.2
11
12
16
20
M8
13.5
24
18
18.8
35.2
62.2
100
147
202
275
390
498
474
25
21.8
43.5
75
29
M10
M12
M14
M16
M18
M20
M22
M24
M27
32
47
58
43.5
70.5
108
142
195
276
353
530
58
83
100
159
235
323
440
628
794
1205
94
133
196
269
366
520
664
996
119
176
242
330
471
596
904
144
190
260
368
470
707
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