Electrical Block Instruments - Overview

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What type of instrument is represented by the handle type in tokenless instruments?

  • Neale’s Token Instrument (Old type)
  • Tablet Instrument
  • Neale’s Token Instrument (New type)
  • Daido & Kyosan (correct)

Which position of the Operating Handle indicates that no Token has been extracted?

  • Token Extraction
  • Sending position TGT
  • Line Closed (correct)
  • Receiving position TCF

Which component of Neale's Token Instrument (Old type) is responsible for indicating current flow?

  • Operating Handle
  • Token Delivery Aperture
  • Lock on Drawer
  • Current Indicator (Galvanometer) (correct)

What does the Receiving position (TCF) of the Operating Handle indicate?

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What function does the Mechanical Key Lock serve in Neale's Token Instrument?

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Which statement about the Operating Handle is correct?

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Which of the following is NOT a type of Electrical Block Instrument mentioned?

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What is the first action taken by the Station Master with the old type of instrument when signaling a train?

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When using Neale's Token Instrument (New Type), which action is performed last in the signaling process?

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What is required before any operation on Token or Block Instruments in Neale's new signaling method?

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What distinguishes Neale’s tablet instrument from Neale’s token instrument?

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In the signaling process between Block stations, what must be done to acknowledge the 'Train out of Section' signal?

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What is the primary function of the Bell Plunger?

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What does the Galvanometer indicate?

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What feature allows the Station Master to ensure that only the correct Token is inserted into the Drawer?

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How does the Mechanical Key Lock work in relation to the Token Instrument?

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What is the purpose of the Token Delivery Aperture?

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What action is taken by the operator upon the arrival of the train?

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What indicates that there is at least one Token in the instrument?

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What characteristic do the Tokens used in the instrument have?

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What does the Glass Window provide for the Station Master?

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Which position can the Operating Handle NOT be moved to when there is no Token in the instrument?

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What does the shutter of the instrument display if it is empty?

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Which component is primarily used for locking the Drawer?

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What is a feature of the Tokens used in the instrument?

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Which option correctly describes the design change in Neale's Token Instrument?

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What action should be taken after sending the 'Train out of Section' signal to X?

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What shape of holes are used for the Tokens in the Neale's Token Instrument?

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What must the operator do after turning the Operating Handle to the 'Line Closed' position?

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What immediate signal follows the acknowledgment of the 'Train entering Section' signal?

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What is the first action taken by Station X in the procedure for signalling the train to Station Y?

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What does Station X do after sending the 'Attention' signal to Station Y?

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What must Station Y do when it receives the 'Is Line Clear' signal from Station X?

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What does the 'Attention' signal indicate when sent from Station X to Station Y?

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What happens after Station Y acknowledges the 'Is Line Clear' signal?

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When does Station X turn its operating handle to 'Receiving' position?

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What is the last action taken by Station Y in the sequence?

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Why must the names of the working stations be exchanged over the telephone?

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During which step does Station X release the Token from its instrument?

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What is the function of the Bell Plunger during the signaling process?

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What is the last action performed by Station Y after sending the acknowledgment of the 'Train out of Section' signal?

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Which of the following correctly describes the initial communication step between Block stations before signaling a train?

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What distinguishes the method of signaling in Neale's Token Instrument (New Type) from the Old Type during the 'Train out of Section' procedure?

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In the signaling process, what must Station Y do as part of acknowledging the 'Train out of Section' signal after it has been received?

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What is a notable difference between Neale’s tablet instrument and Neale’s token instrument?

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Which component of Neale's Token Instrument (Old type) serves to inform the operator about the availability of tokens?

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What is the function of the Operating Handle's 'Sending position (TGT)' in the signaling process?

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Why is the Operating Handle of Neale's Token Instrument not operable without permission?

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Which feature of the Neale's Token Instrument primarily prevents the instrument from being misused?

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What must occur after the Operating Handle is turned to 'Line Closed' position in Neale's Token Instrument?

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What does the term 'Block Section' refer to in the context of the instrument's operation?

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Which of the following describes the significance of the Current Indicator in Neale's Token Instrument?

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What is the primary use of the Bell Plunger within the Block Instrument system?

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What component in the Block Instrument displays the passage of an electrical current?

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Which feature of the Token Instrument ensures that only the correct Token can be utilized?

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In a Token Instrument, what occurs when the Mechanical Key Lock has been engaged?

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What does the distinctive pattern of grooves on Tokens provide in the signaling system?

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What does the Glass Window in the Token Instrument allow the Station Master to observe?

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How does the Token Delivery Aperture function in the Token Instrument?

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Which action is tied to the operation of the corresponding Block Instrument at the other end of the section?

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What is indicated by the distinct engraved numbers on each Token?

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What action is taken immediately after a train signals its arrival at a station using Neale's Token Instrument?

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What does the presence of a green disc with a white cross on the shutter indicate?

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How does the Operating Handle of the Neale's Token Instrument indicate the direction of the Tokens?

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What happens when the Operating Handle is turned to the 'Coming From' position?

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What is the primary function of the drum at the top of Neale's Token Instrument?

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What differentiates the Tokens in the Neale's Token Instrument from those of the old type?

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What does the red disc with the word 'Empty' signify on the shutter of the instrument?

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What procedure does an operator follow after sending a 'Train out of Section' signal?

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Which part of Neale's Token Instrument provides visibility of the remaining Tokens?

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What must occur before the Token is placed in the drum of the Neale's Token Instrument?

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Which step comes immediately after Station Y acknowledges the 'Attention' signal from Station X?

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What action does Station X need to perform to confirm the train's line status before proceeding?

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During the signaling process, what is the purpose of pressing the Bell Plunger for a count of five?

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What sequence of actions does Station X complete before it releases the Token?

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After receiving the 'Is Line Clear' acknowledgment from Station Y, what action does Station X take?

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What is the first communication that occurs between the two stations before any operations are made?

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What does Station X do on the final beat of the 'Is Line Clear' signal before turning the Operating Handle?

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What must Station Y do after receiving the Private Numbers from Station X?

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When does Station Y turn its Operating Handle to 'Receiving'?

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What action does Station X take after sending the Token and 'Attention' signal upon the train's departure?

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Flashcards

Neale's Token Instrument (Old type)

A type of electrical block instrument used in single-line railway operation, featuring an operating handle, bell plunger, block bell, current indicator, and token delivery aperture.

Operating Handle Positions

The operating handle on Neale's Token Instrument (Old type) has three positions: 'Line Closed', 'Receiving position (TCF)', and 'Sending position (TGT)', each indicating different status of block section.

Line Closed (Operating Handle)

The normal position of the operating handle indicating that no token has been extracted, and the block section is clear.

Receiving position (TCF)

Operating handle position that indicates line clearance for an approaching train, and a token has been extracted from adjacent section.

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Sending position (TGT)

Operating handle position that indicates the approval to release a train and a token has been extracted from the instrument.

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Electrical Control (Operating Handle)

The operating handle can only be turned with the permission of the station master, who has electrical control over the instrument.

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Tokenless Instrument

A type of electrical block instrument that operates without physical tokens, a category which is detailed in Chapter VIII of BWM.

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Bell Plunger

A part of the operating handle that, when pressed, rings a bell at the other end of the block section.

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Block Bells

Bells used to convey the coded signals for trains.

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Galvanometer

A device that shows electrical current flow and block instrument operation.

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Drawer

A part of the instrument used to insert tokens.

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Token Delivery Aperture

The opening to take out tokens from an instrument.

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Mechanical Key Lock

Attached to the token instrument; interlocks the instrument and signal; controls points.

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Token

Ball-shaped objects with grooves for identifying block sections and containing station codes.

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Glass Window

Allows the station master to check if tokens are missing.

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Lock on Drawer

Locks the drawer to prevent unauthorized access.

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Signal 'Train Out of Section'

A signal sent from one station to another using the Neale's Token Instrument (New Type) to inform the receiving station that a train has left the block section.

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Operating Handle Procedure (New vs. Old)

In the new type Neale's Token Instrument, the sending station restores their operating handle to normal after the receiving station does, unlike the old type where the sending station restores their handle first.

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Bell Plunger (Signal Duration)

The bell plunger is pressed during the 'Train out of Section' signal for a count of five on the last stroke, ensuring both stations are synchronized.

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Tablet Instrument vs. Token Instrument

Both the Neale's Tablet Instrument and Token Instrument are electrical block instruments used in single-line railway operation, but the Tablet Instrument uses a flat tablet token instead of a ball token.

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Neale's Token Instrument

An old type of electrical block instrument used to signal trains between block stations and manage token exchange, ensuring only one train occupies a block section at a time.

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Block Station

A station responsible for controlling the movement of trains within a specific block section by using Neale's Token Instrument.

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Operating Handle (Neale's)

A lever on Neale's Token Instrument with three positions: Line Closed, Receiving, and Sending, controlling the state of the block section and token exchange.

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Private Number (Neale's)

A unique code used for identifying trains and communicating their movement between block stations using Neale's Token Instrument.

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Is Line Clear Signal?

A signal sent using Neale's Token Instrument to inquire if the next block section is clear for an approaching train.

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Attention Signal

A short signal sent using Neale's Token Instrument to gain attention of the operator at the next block station.

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Operating Handle Positions (New Instrument)

The operating handle on the new Neale's Token Instrument has two positions: 'Coming From' and 'Going To'. 'Coming From' indicates the line is clear for an approaching train. 'Going To' indicates the line is clear for a train departing.

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Token Insertion (New Instrument)

Tokens are inserted into a drum at the top of the instrument. The drum revolves, allowing the token to drop into the token chamber.

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Token Shape (New Instrument)

Tokens have different shapes instead of grooves. This identifies the block section they belong to.

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Shutter Indications (New Instrument)

The shutter on the new instrument displays a green disc with a white cross when there's at least one token. A red disc with 'Empty' indicates no tokens.

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Token Chamber View

The new instrument has four small circular glass windows to visually check if running short of tokens.

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Operating Handle (Coming From Position)

When there is no token in the instrument, the operating handle can only be moved to the 'Coming From' position.

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Operating Handle (Going To Position)

The operating handle can be moved to the 'Going To' position only when a token is present.

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Token Chamber

This is the internal space within the instrument where the token is placed and secured.

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Token Instrument Types

Neale's Token Instrument (Old/New), Tablet Instrument, Tokenless Instrument (Handle/Push Button types)

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Neale's Token Instrument (Old)

An electrical block instrument using a token to control train movements, features a handle, bell plunger, block bell, current indicator, and token delivery aperture.

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Neale's Token Instrument (New Type) Signal

A method of signaling trains from one block station to another using Neale's Token Instrument (New Type) to ensure only one train occupies a block section at a time. It involves a series of signals, handle positions, and bell plunger actions.

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Train Out of Section Signal

A signal sent using Neale's Token Instrument (New Type) to inform the receiving station that a train has left the block section. The sending station keeps the bell plunger pressed in for a count of five on the last stroke.

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Neale's Tablet Instrument

An electrical block instrument similar to the Neale's Token Instrument (New Type) but uses a flat tablet as a token instead of a ball. It functions similarly in signaling trains between block stations.

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Train Entering Section Signal

This signal notifies the station operator that a train has entered the block section.

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What are the three positions of the operating handle on the Neale's Token Instrument (Old type)?

The operating handle has three positions: 'Line Closed', 'Receiving position (TCF)', and 'Sending position (TGT)'. Each position indicates the status of the block section and the availability of tokens.

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What is the 'Attention' signal and how is it used?

The 'Attention' signal is a short signal used to gain the attention of the operator at the next block station. It's sent using the Neale's Token Instrument.

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'Private Number'

A unique code used to identify trains and communicate their movement between block stations.

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What are the two operating handle positions on the new Neale's Token Instrument?

The new instrument has two positions: 'Coming From' (indicating the line is clear for an approaching train) and 'Going To' (indicating the line is clear for a train departing).

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Study Notes

Electrical Block Instruments

  • Types of instruments used on Eastern Railway for single-line working include: Neale's Token (old/converted), Neale's Token (new), Tablet, and Tokenless (handle type, push button type).
  • Tokenless instruments are detailed in Chapter VIII of BWM.

Description of Instruments

  • Detailed descriptions and operating instructions are provided for each instrument type.
  • Diagrams accompany the text to aid in understanding.
  • Key elements of the instruments are identified, including those for conveying information on the train's status, like 'Line Closed', "Train Going To," and "Train Coming From."

Neale's Token Instrument (Old Type)

  • Includes an operating handle.
  • Features a bell plunger, block bell, current indicator (galvanometer), drawer, drawer lock, token delivery aperture, mechanical lock, and a glass window.

Neale's Token Instrument (Operating Handle)

  • The pointer indicates: Line Closed, Receiving, and Sending positions.
  • Receiving position: Token extracted from the other end of the block section, clear for trains to approach.
  • Sending Position: The line clear has been received, and Token already extracted.

Neale's Token Instrument (New Type)

  • Has an operating handle, token, drum, small circular windows, green disc, and red disc for indicating token presence.
  • Difference from old type: Station Master giving "Line Clear" for trains to approach has the operating handle back to normal.

Neale's Tablet Instrument

  • Uses tablets inserted into a flat metal disc instead of a ball token.
  • Tablets are numbered and have code initials of stations.
  • Tablets are issued from a drawer.
  • Includes a small rectangular shutter to show the presence of tablets.

Maintenance Procedures

  • Maintenance of the instruments is done in the "Line Closed" position.
  • Station Master and signal department staff must sign a register during maintenance.
  • "Line clear" signaling is suspended during maintenance.
  • Normal operations resume after all procedures are complete and the instrument is in perfect working order.

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