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Type 310A-32A Pilot Operated Regulator
Type 310A-32A Pilot Operated Regulator
Type 310A-32A Pilot Operated Regulator
Introduction
Scope
This manual provides installation, maintenance, and parts
ordering information for the Type 310A-32A regulator.
Information on equipment used with this regulator, or about
the Type 310A regulator with two Type 32A pilots for
working monitor applications, is found in separate
manuals.
Description
The Type 310A-32A pilot-operated, pressure-reducing
regulator (figure 1) includes a single Type 32A pilot
mounted on the main valve for pressure-reducing or W6278
wide-open monitoring applications.
Figure 1. Type 310A Regulator with Type 32A Pilot
Specifications
on the appropriate nameplate, or where
Specifications for a Type 310A-32A regulator are listed in conditions exceed any ratings of the adjacent
table 1. Some specifications for a specific regulator are piping or piping connections. To avoid such
stamped on a nameplate attached to the pilot spring case injury or damage, provide pressure-relieving or
(key 1, figures 6 or 7) pressure-limiting devices (as required by Title
49, Part 192, of the U.S. Code of Federal
Regulations, by the National Fuel Gas Code
Title 54 of the National Fire Codes of the
National Fire Protection Association, or by
other applicable codes) to prevent service
Installation and Startup conditions from exceeding those limits. Also,
check that the installation is in compliance with
all applications codes and regulations.
WARNING
Additionally, physical damage to the regulator
Personal injury or equipment damage, due could break the pilot off the main valve, causing
to bursting of pressure-containing parts personal injury and property damage due to
may result if this regulator is overpressured bursting of pressure-containing parts. To avoid
or is installed where service conditions such injury and damage, install the regulator in
could exceed the limits given in table 1 and a safe location.
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Table 1. Specifications
Maximum Inlet Pressures and Temperatures(1) To Avoid Internal Part Damage: 600 psig (41.4 bar).
As listed below up to maximum material temperature Exceeding this pressure may result in gas venting
capabilities from pilot spring case
Emergency (Casing): 1480 psig (102.0 bar) or maxi-
Screwed End Connections: Consistent with Class
mum inlet pressure, whichever is lower. Exceeding
600 pressure temperature ratings per ANSI
this pressure may result in rupture of metal pressure-
B16.34-1988
retaining parts
Flanged End Connections: Consistent with applica-
ble ClassJ 300 or,J 600 pressure-temperature rating Material Temperature Capabilities(1)
per ANSI B16.34-1988
Nitrile Parts with Standard Wiper Ring: -20 to
150°F (-29 to 66°C)
Maximum Allowable Pilot Supply Pressure(1)
Fluoroelastomer Parts with Standard Wiper Ring:
Same as inlet pressure 0 to 200°F (-18 to 93°C)
Minimum Allowable Difference Between Pilot Supply Fluoroelastomer Parts with Standard Wiper Ring
and Control Pressure Removed(3): 0 to 300°F (-18 to 149°C)
1. The pressure/temperature limits in this manual and any applicable codes must not be 3. Polyurethane wiper ring limits fluoroelastomer parts to 200°°F (93°°C) maximum temper-
exceeded. ature. To obtain maximum temperature of 300°°F (149°°C), wiper ring must be removed.
2. Pilot control spring part numbers are given in the parts list.
Single Pilot Regulator 2. Install the regulator so that the flow arrow cast on the
main valve matches the flow direction of process fluid
through the regulator.
Installation 3. Apply pipe compound to the male pipeline threads be-
fore installing a regulator with screwed end connections.
A Type 310A-32A regulator bleeds no gas to atmosphere Use gaskets between pipeline and regulator flanges when
during normal operation, thus making the regulator installing a regulator with flanged end connections.
suitable for installation in pits and other enclosed locations
without elaborate venting systems. This regulator also can
be installed in pits subject to flooding by installing a special WARNING
antiflood breather vent or by venting the pilot spring case
above the expected flood level so that the pilot setting can
A regulator may vent some gas to the
be referenced to atmospheric pressure. atmosphere. In hazardous or flammable
gas service, vented gas may accumulate,
causing personal injury, death, or property
1. Use qualified personnel when installing, maintaining, damage due to bursting of pressure-retain-
or operating this regulator. Inspect the regulator and the ing parts. Vent a regulator in hazardous gas
pipeline to be certain both are free of foreign material. service to a remote, safe location away from
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air intakes or any hazardous location. The 9. Consult the appropriate instruction manual for instal-
vent line or stack opening must be lation of an optional pneumatic or electric remote control-
protected against condensation or clog- drive unit. For optional remote pneumatic loading of a Type
ging. 32A pilot, make the spring case piping connections just as
they would be made for remote venting.
4. A Type 32A pilot has a 1/4-inch NPT vent connection
in the spring case. To remotely vent gas from the spring Prestartup Considerations
case, remove the screened vent, and connect 1/4-inch pip- Each regulator is factory-set for the output pressure
ing or tubing to the spring case connection. The piping or specified on the order. If no setting was specified, outlet
tubing should vent the gas to a safe location, have as few pressure was factory-set at the mid-range of the pilot
bends as possible, and have a screened vent on its ex- control spring. Before beginning the startup procedures in
haust end. Install the regulator and any remote vent piping this section, make sure the following conditions are in
or tubing so that the vent is protected from condensation, effect:
freezing, or any substance that could clog it.
D Block valves isolate the regulator
5. Connect a 1/4-inch NPT pilot supply to the upstream D Vent valves are closed
piping.
D Hand valves are closed
6. Connect a downstream control line to a straight run of D A bypass, if any, is in operation
pipe 4 to 8 pipe diameters from the regulator outlet as
shown in figure 2. If such a distance is not practical, con- In all cases, check the control spring setting to make sure
nect the control line away from elbows, swages, nipples, or it is correct for the application.
any area where abnormal flow velocities occur.
CAUTION
7. Install a hand valve in the control line.
Note
Pilot supply pressure must be at least 15 psi
(1.0 bar) greater than control pressure to
operate the regulator at rated travel.
4, figure 5), and turn the adjusting screw (key 3, figure 5). Figure 3. Typical Wide-Open Monitor Installations
Then tighten the locknut to maintain the adjustment
position. 2. Connect the contol line of a wide-open monitoring reg-
ulator (figure 3) to downstream piping near the working reg-
ulator control line connection. During normal operation the
Startup wide-open monitoring regulator stands wide open with the
pressure reduction being taken across the working regula-
1. Open the upstream isolating valve. Open hand valve
tor. Only in case of working regulator failure does the wide-
A in the external pilot supply line before opening the down-
open monitoring regulator take control at its slightly higher
stream isolating valve (see figure 2).
setting.
2. Open the downstream isolating valve for minimum
flow. Prestartup Considerations
3. Slowly open hand valve B in the downstream control Each regulator is factory-set for the outlet pressure
line, while at the same time adjusting the pilot setting, if specified on the order. If no setting was specified, outlet
necessary. pressure was factory-set at the mid-range of the pilot
control spring. Before beginning the startup procedures in
this section, make sure the following conditions are in
4. Completely open the downstream isolating valve.
effect:
5. Slowly close the bypass valve, if any. D Block valves isolate the regulator
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Type 310A -32A
Although remote loading or control constructions may 4. If the downstream control line taps into the pipe-
require separate adjustments on associated equipment, line above the downstream isolating valve, open vent
the only adjustment normally necessary on a Type valve C between the regulator and the downstream isolat-
310A-32A regulator is the pressure setting of the pilot ing valve. Permit all pressure to bleed out of the regulator.
control spring. Turning the adjusting screw counterclock-
wise decreases the spring compression and pressure If the downstream control line taps into the pipeline be-
setting. Turning the adjusting screw counterclockwise low the downstream isolating valve, close hand valve B.
decreases the spring compression position. Then open vent valve C and vent valve D, permitting all
pressure to bleed out of the regulator.
Pilot Adjustment 5. Open vent valve E to release any inlet pressure that
may be trapped in the regulator.
To adjust a standard Type 32A pilot, loosen the locknut (key
4, figure 5), and turn the adjusting screw (key 3, figure 5).
Then tighten the locknut to maintain the adjustment
position.
Principle of Operation
Startup The regulator inlet pressure enters the pilot through the
This procedure is to be repeated in turn for each regulator external pilot supply line and is utilized as the supply
in the installation. pressure for the pilot. The setting of the pilot control spring
determines the reduced outlet (downstream) pressure.
1. Slowly open the hand valve in the pilot supply line.
In operation, assume the outlet pressure is less than the setting
2. Very slowly open the upstream block valve, and par- of the pilot control spring. Pilot control spring force then
tially open the downstream block valve for minimum flow. overcomes the force resulting from outlet pressure acting on the
bottom diaphragm. The spring pushes the diaphragm plate and
3. Slowly open the hand valve in the control line while, at yoke assembly away from the relay seat, opening it and
the same time, adjusting the pilot setting if necessary. The supplying additional loading pressure to the main valve
monitoring regulator should be set to take approximately diaphragm. When this additional loading pressure exceeds the
40 percent of the total pressure drop across both regulators force resulting from outlet pressure acting on the main valve
and the working regulator should be set to take approxi- diaphragm plus the force of the main valve spring, the
mately 60 percent of the total pressure drop. diaphragm is pushed away from the stationary valve plug. The
throttling sleeve opens wider, and the required gas is supplied
4. Completely open the downstream block valve. to the downstream system.
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7. Check the O-rings (keys 13, 30, and 34), and replace
if worn or damaged. Use a wire with a hooked end to re-
move the piston guide bushing O-ring (key 34).
This section provides instructions for pilot and main valve 10. Unscrew the cap screws (key 6), and remove the
maintenance. spring case (key 1).
11. Remove the spring case, control spring (key 37), and
WARNING spring seats (key 5). The diaphragm spacer (key 11), yoke
(key 16), relay seat assembly (key 12), adaptor (key 17),
and valve disk assembly (key 18) can be removed as one
unit.
To avoid personal injury or property
damage from sudden release of pressure,
isolate the regulator from the pressure 12. Slide out the relay seat assembly (key 12), and in-
system, and release all pressure from the spect the O-rings (key 14). Discard the O-rings if worn or
pilot and main valve before performing damaged. Also, inspect the seating surface for nicks and
maintenance operations. scratches, and replace if necessary.
13. Push the yoke (key 16) and attached parts (keys 9,
8, 15, 10, 18, 17, 19, 20, 35, and 21) through the diaphragm
Pilot spacer (key 11).
This procedure describes how the pilot can be completely 14. Unscrew the adaptor (key 17) from the yoke. Un-
disassembled and assembled. When inspection or repairs screw the bleed valve (key 20). Remove the bleed valve
are required, disassemble only those parts necessary to seat (key 19), the spring (key 35), and the valve disk (key
accomplish the job; then start the assembly at the 18). Check that the holes drilled in the side of the bleed
appropriate step. valve seat and the adaptor are both clean and unplugged.
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15. Unscrew the cap nut and nut (key 10 and 21), remove 1. Place the O-ring (key 34) in the piston guide (key 23).
the diaphragm plates (key 8) and washers (key 15), and in-
spect the diaphragms (key 9).
2. Install the O-rings (keys 25, and 26) on the piston
guide.
Note
3. Install the O-ring (key 30) on the piston (key 29).
The edges of the diaphragms can be ex-
pected to curl up. They will flatten out within
a few minutes depending on the tempera- 4. Place the spring (key 36) in the piston guide (key 23).
ture. Warming them will help, but do not ex- Install the piston, and secure with the retaining ring (key
ceed 150°F (66°C). 27).
8. Install the spring (key 35) and valve disk assembly 19. Install the pilot onto the main valve using the pipe nip-
(key 18) onto the bleed valve (key 20). ple (key 71, not shown).
20. Connect the loading tubing (key 22, not shown) from
CAUTION the male elbow (key 23, not shown) on the case body (key
2, figure 6) to the connector (key 38, not shown) on the side
of the pilot. Refer to figure 1 for the assembled location of
Be sure the bleed valve seat is centered in the tubing, elbow, and connector. Refer to the Main Valve
the yoke while installing the adaptor. parts list for the tubing and elbow numbers, and refer to
Type 32A Pilot parts list for the connector part number.
9. Place the above assembly in the yoke (key 16), and
screw on the adaptor (key 17).
Main Valve
CAUTION This procedure describes how to completely disassemble
and assemble a main valve. When inspection or repairs
are required, disassemble only those parts necessary to
Each diaphragm (key 9) has one side coated accomplish the job; then start the assembly at the
with rubber. Install the diaphragms so that appropriate step.
the rubber sides face each other. If the dia-
phragms are installed any other way, the pi- Key numbers refer to figures 6 and 7.
lot will not work properly.
10. Place the diaphragm (key 9), diaphragm plate (key Disassembly
8), and sealing washer (key 15) on the yoke, and secure 1. Disconnect the loading tubing (key 22, not shown)
with the nut (key 10). from the connection in the base body (key 2). Disconnect
the downstream pressure control line from the connection
11. Place the other diaphragm, diaphragm plate, and in the case body (key 1) and the external supply line from
sealing washer on the adaptor, and secure with the cap nut the pilot.
(key 21).
2. Remove the main valve from the pipeline.
12. Insert this entire assembly through the diaphragm
spacer (key 11) until the outer edges of both diaphragms 3. Remove the cap screws (key 14), and separate the
are in place on the spacer. case body (key 1) from the base body (key 2).
13. Fit the O-rings (key 14) on the relay seat assembly
(key 12). Note
14. Rotate the yoke to receive the relay seat assembly. If a body gasket (key 29) is not present, one
must be installed when a new diaphragm is
15. Fit this entire assembly to the pilot body (key 22). installed. Also, if there is a damaged soft
seat inside the sleeve (key 3), order a new
sleeve (key 3), washer or O-ring (key 11),
disk retainer (key 12), disk (key 27), and disk
CAUTION holder (key 28) to replace an old throttle
sleeve.
To avoid crushing the diaphragm, do not ex-
ceed the torque specified in step 16. 4. Slide the sleeve and diaphragm assembly out of the
case body.
16. Insert the cap screws (key 6) in the spring case (key
1) and pilot body, and tighten the cap screws to 10 to 20 5. Inspect the seating area of the sleeve for nicks and
foot-pounds (14 to 27 newton meters). erosion damage. Inspect the diaphragm (key 6) for leaks
or other damage.
17. Install the spring seats (key 5) and the control spring
(key 37). 6. Remove the cap screw (key 10), disk retainer (key 12),
disk holder (key 28), and O-ring or washer (key 11). Ex-
18. Install the cover gasket (key 7), spring case cap (key amine the disk and O-ring or washer for evidence of dam-
2), adjusting screw (key 3), and lock nut (key 4). age or wear.
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Table 2. Maximum Key 14 Cap Screw Torque Values (key 4), and install the screws (key 13), tightening them
MAXIMUM TORQUE VALUE down evenly. Be sure the inner bead of the diaphragm
BODY SIZE, INCH does not partially slip out from between the plates.
Ft-lb NSm
1 55 75
2 105 142 6. Fold the diaphragm down around the lower diaphragm
3 125 170 plate.
4, 4 x 6 500 678
7. Fit the disk (key 27) into the disk holder (key 28).
Install the disk retainer (key 12) on top of the disk, being
Note sure the leading edge of the disk is properly positioned
around the outside of the retainer and is not pinched under
If the regulator has restricted capacity trim,
the retainer. Place the O-ring or washer (key 11) on the
the percentage of full capacity will be
subassembly, and install in the base body (key 2). Secure
stamped on the outside of the disk retainer.
with the cap screw (key 10).
If this is done, the change should be noted
on the nameplate to avoid confusion.
8. Coat the gasket surface of the base body (key 2) with
gasket sealer, place the body gasket (key 29) on the base
7. If either the sleeve or diaphragm must be replaced, re-
body, and coat the gasket. Then fit the diaphragm bead
move the screws (key 13) and diaphragm plate (key 4). Re-
over the machined nose of the base body.
move the split ring (key 7), and slide the lower diaphragm
plate (key 5) off the sleeve. This also exposes the O-ring
(key 9) in the lower diaphragm plate for inspection. 9. Place the spring (key 8) in the lower diaphragm plate.
10. Fasten the two body halves together with the cap
Assembly screws (key 14), and tighten hand tight. Lubricating the
threads will make proper tightening easier.
Before assembly, be sure all parts are clean. During
assembly, lubricate all O-rings and both diaphragm beads
with a high quality lubricant. Be certain the TFE backup
rings (key 26) are properly installed in the O-ring grooves
CAUTION
in the base body (key 2) and the case body (key 1).
Overtightening the cap screws in step 12
1. Inspect the O-rings (keys 9), and TFE backup rings can damage the diaphragm. Do not exceed
(key 26) in the base body (key 2). If damaged, replace with the torque value listed in table 2 when tight-
new parts. ening the cap screws.
2. Inspect the O-ring (key 9), backup rings (key 26), and 11. Alternately tighten the cap screws on opposite sides
wiper ring (key 19) in the case body. Replace with new of the unit to evenly compress the gasket. Follow this se-
parts if wear or damage is noted. quence several times until the cap screws will not turn at
the maximum torque given in table 2. If this procedure is
3. Inspect the O-ring (key 9) in the lower diaphragm plate properly followed, the gap between the two body halves
(key 5). If damaged, install a new O-ring. will be uniform all the way around.
4. Place the split ring (key 7) on the sleeve (key 3), and 12. Connect the external supply line to the pilot.
insert the sleeve in the lower diaphragm plate.
13. Refer to either the Single-Pilot Regulator or the
Wide-Open Monitor Installation and Startup section to re-
CAUTION turn the Type 310A-32A regulator to service.
Pilot
35 Spring, stainless steel 1R7446 37022
Key Description Part Number 36 Spring, stainless steel 1U5506 37022
37 Control Spring, zink plated steel
1 Spring Case, steel 2R7422 22012
10 to 20 psig (0.7 to 1.4 bar) range, cadmium 1D8096 27022
2 Spring Case Cap, steel 11A8122 X012
10 to 100 psig (0.7 to 6.9 bar) range, yellow 1E3925 27022
3 Adjusting Screw, zinc plated steel 1D9954 48702
100 to 250 psig (6.9 to 17.2 bar) range, blue 1D3872 27022
4 Locknut, zinc plated steel 1H4833 24122
250 to 600 psig (17.2 to 41.4 bar) range, red 1D4651 27142
38 Connector, plated steel (not shown) 15A6002 X462
5 Spring Seat, steel (2 req’d) 1R7425 24092
6 Cap Screw, zinc plated steel (4 req’d) 1B1393 24152
39 Y602-1 Vent Assembly, for pilot mtd on main valve (not
7 Gasket, composition 1R7426 04022
req’d when pilot is pressure loaded) 17A6570 X012
8 Diaphragm Plate, zinc plated steel (2 req’d) 1R7427 24152
71 Pipe Nipple, 1/2-inch NPT (not shown) 1B8286 26012
9* Diaphragm (2 req’d)
Nitrile/Dacron (standard) 1R7428 06992 Repair Kits for Type 310A Main Valve
Fluoroelastomer 1U4483 02462
10 Cap Nut, stainless steel 1D6515 38992
11 Diaphragm Spacer, steel 2R7429 24092 Note
12 Relay Seat Assembly, 416 stainless steel 1R7430 000A2
Except where indicated, sizes shown are
valve body sizes.
13*(1) O-ring
Nitrile (standard) 1D6875 06992
Kits include keys 6, 9, 11, 19, 26, 27 and 29.
Fluoroelastomer 1N4304 06382
14*(1) O-ring (2 req’d) With nitrile O-rings
Nitrile (standard) 1E2163 06992 1-inch R310X000012
Fluoroelastomer 1L9493 06382 2-inch R310X000032
15 Washer, cd pl steel w/bonded synthetic rubber 3-inch R310X000052
(2 req’d) 1J1869 99012 4 & 4 x 6-inch R310X000072
16 Yoke, 416 stainless steel 1R7433 35132 With fluoroelastomer O-rings
1-inch R310X000022
2-inch R310X000042
17 Adaptor, 416 stainless steel 1R7434 35132 3-inch R310X000062
18* Valve disk Assembly, 416 stainless steel/nitrile 4 & 4 x 6-inch R310X000082
(standard)(1) 10A4912 X032
416 stainless steel/fluoroelastomer(1) 10A4912 X012
416 stainless steel/fluoroelastomer w/TFE disk 12A3962 X012
19 Bleed Valve Seat, 316 stainless steel 1R7438 35162 Main Valve
20 Bleed Valve, heat-treated stainless steel 1D9867 35132 1 Case Body, WCB steel w/o inspection tapping
Screwed
1-inch 34B3869 X012
21 Nut, zinc plated steel 1A3093 24122 Class 300RF
22 Pilot Body, steel 34B3863 X012 1-inch 44B3870 X012
23 Piston Guide, 416 stainless steel 34B3880 X012 2-inch 44B3872 X012
25*(1) O-Ring 3-inch 44B3874 X012
Nitrile (standard) 1U3790 06992 4 & 4 x 6-inch 44B3876 X012
Fluoroelastomer 1V1015 06382 Class 600RF
1-inch 44B3871 X012
2-inch 44B3873 X012
26*(1) O-Ring 3-inch 44B3875 X012
Nitrile (standard) 1F4636 06992 4-inch 44B3877 X012
Fluoroelastomer 1N5714 06382 2 Base Body, WCB steel w/o inspection tapping
27 Retaining Ring, plated steel 1R7442 28982 Screwed
28*(1) Piston Seat Assembly, 416 stainless steel/nylon 14B3881 X012 1-inch 34B4103 X012
34B4129-B
11
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34B4130-A
12
*Recommended spare part.
Type 310A -32A
34B4131-A
12 Disk Retainer, stainless steel (Continued) 21 Screw, steel, plated (2 req’d) 1C9419 28982
30% capacity 10A8202 X012 22 Tubing, steel (not shown)
50% capacity 10A8203 X012 1-inch 1R7480 26062
100% capacity 10A8204 X012 2-inch 1R7419 26062
2-inch 3-inch 1R7505 26062
30% capacity 20A8205 X012 4 & 4 x 6-inch 1R7524 26062
50% capacity 20A8206 X012 23 Elbow, plated steel (not shown) 15A6002 X472
70% capacity 20A8207 X012 24 Pipe Plug, steel (not shown) 1A3692 24092
100% capacity 20A8208 X012
3-inch 25 Pipe Plug, steel (2 req’d) (for steel bodies with
30% capacity 20A8209 X012 inspection tapping only) (not shown)
50% capacity 20A8210 X012 2-inch 1A7715 28992
70% capacity 20A8211 X012 3, 4, & 4 x 6-inch 1A7947 28992
100% capacity 10A8212 X012 26* Backup Ring, TFE (4 req’d)
4 & 4 x 6-inch 1-inch 1V4356 06242
30% capacity 20A8213 X012 2-inch 1V4357 06242
50% capacity 20A8214 X012 3-inch 1V4358 06242
70% capacity 20A8215 X012 4 & 4 x 6-inch 1V4359 06242
100% capacity 10A8216 X012 27* Disk, TFE
13 Screw, plated steel (8 req’d) 1-inch 1V4356 06242
1 & 2-inch 1A3321 28982 2-inch 1V4357 06242
3-inch 1A8517 28982 3-inch 1V4358 06242
4 & 4 x 6-inch 1E3044 28982 4 & 4 x 6-inch 1V4359 06242
14 Cap Screw (8 req’d) zinc plated steel 28* Disk Holder, stainless steel
1-in. (for steel bodies w/o inspection tapping only) 1A5607 24052 1 inch 10A8228 X012
3-inch 1L4696 32982 2-inch 10A8229 X012
4 & 4 x 6-inch 1R7521 32982 3-inch 10A8234 X012
Plated steel 4 & 4 x 6-inch 10A 8235 X012
1-inch (for steel bodies w/o inspection 29* Body Gasket, nitrile
tapping only) 1N2579 32982 1-inch 11A6853 X012
2-inch 1A7711 32982 2-inch 11A6854 X012
3-inch 11A6855 X012
4 & 4 x 6-inch 11A6856 X012
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