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ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Maintenance, Service & Parts List Manual Document: 25099 Version: 032813 Southwestern Industries, Inc. 2615 Homestead Place Rancho Dominguez, CA 90220-5610 USA T | 310.608.4422 F | 310. 764.2668 Service Department: 800.367.3165 e-mail: sales@southwesternindustries.com...
System Will Not Boot Up Procedures for Replacements & 3.3.8 System Reboots by Itself Maintenance 3.3.9 System Shuts Off Replacements 5.1.1 Motor Replacement 5.1.2 Servo Driver Replacement XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
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Fig. 13 Flash Disk Replacement Fig. 14 Spindle Drive Belt/Motor Mounting Fig. 15 1630 X-Axis Drive Train Fig. 16 Angular Control Bearings Fig. 17 1630 Z-Axis Drive Train XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
1.0 Safety Specifications The safe operation of the PROTURN SLX 1630 depends on its proper use and the precautions taken by each operator. Read and study the PROTURN SLX 1630 CNC Safety, Programming, Operating, and Care Manual. Be certain that every operator understands the operation and safety...
WARNING! Use only chucks which are rated to the maximum RPM of the lathe. 1. Do not operate this machine before the PROTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Programming, Operating and Care Manual have been studied and understood. 2. Read and study this PROTURN SLX 1630 Safety, Installation, Maintenance, Service &...
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25. Prevent fires. Keep flammable materials and fluids away from the machine and hot, flying chips. 26. Do not rotate the spindle by hand unless the Red Emergency Stop button is pressed. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
Read and understand this entire installation section before beginning the installation procedure. 2.1 Floor Plan, Layout & Space Requirements Figure 1 (May not represent actual machine) SLX 1630 Floor Plan, Layout & Space Requirements XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
______SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Install, Maint, Service & Parts List Manual (P/N 25099) In case of shortages, contact the representative from whom you purchased the machine. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
Perform Service Code 100 in both directions for the X and Z-axis to verify that the feed rate shown on the display is at least 4572 mm/min (180 ipm) for Z and 3048 mm/min (120 ipm) for XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
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Check to make sure the chuck is rated for the maximum rpm’s of the machine. If it is not, do not run the machine above the chuck’s maximum rated rpm. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
Indexer Option – 8 tool 20 mm Indexer Option – 4 tool 20 mm Gang Tooling Noise Emissions (workstation) max RPM running 69dB (A) with no material XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
To lift the machine, remove the chip pan. Place the forks of the forklift at least 813 mm apart as shown in the figure 3. Be certain to lift the lathe toward the headstock. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
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For the location of the bolt holes, size and recommended mounting (see Figures 1 & 2). XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
Positions B & C). To take a reading off the level transversely, place it on top of 19 mm parallels at each end of the bedways (Figure 4, Positions A & D). XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
DANGER! The 415 VAC, 3-phase electricity should be wired only by a qualified electrician. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
Make the 6 cable connections to the left side of the pendant and cover these cables with the cable cover provided with the machine. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
CAUTION! Make sure the main 415-volt power switch is disconnected on the back of the electrical cabinet before plugging in the cables. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
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Figure 6 Cable Connections XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
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Figure 7 Pendant Cable Connections Left Side XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
For the 1630, oil will only be visible on the headstock site glass when the spindle is running. If oil is not flowing to the site glass when the spindle is on, stop running XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
To activate the lube pump use Service Code 300. CAUTION! Failure to properly lubricate the lathe will result in the premature failure of ball screws and sliding surfaces. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
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The settings for the lube pump can be viewed by doing the following: press Service Codes, press “A” (software), press Code 313. This screen lists the values programmed for the cycle time and discharge time. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
The home positions or tools are not set See the Controls Programming, Operations and Care correctly manual. Bad Motor Encoder See Motor Diagnostics Section 4.4. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
While under motor power, the motion is not smooth. The motion appears to be "rough" or jerky”. Do the following Service Codes and procedures: XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
Do the following Service Code and procedures: Code 12 Sets a feed forward power constant to drive axis motors. Code 128 Backlash compensation on single feedback machines. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
Re-seat cable connectors by pulling out and pushing back Computer Module to the Distribution Board and from the Distribution Board to the Keyboard Computer/Pendant failed See Computer/Pendant Section 4.3. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
Computer/Pendant has failed See Computer/Pendant diagnostics Section 4.3. 3.3.7 System Will Not Boot-Up The system does not boot-up when the switch is turned on. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
0 on the DRO, zero the display and repeat the procedure. If the measurement does not repeat, you have a repeatability problem that must be resolved. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
Code 100 Axis open loop test. Used to check the maximum feedrate of an axis and if the encoders are counting. Code 132 Electronic handwheel test. Code 131 Manual Encoder Test. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
Check the alignment, condition, and tension of the Drive Belt. Cut more than the machine is capable Check speeds, feeds and depth of cut XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
Oil leaking from the rear bearing Make sure the spindle shaft cover is mounted assembly. correctly, if so remove the cover and check the o-ring. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
Disassemble and remove excess grease. Vernier Dial is binding or rubbing on Remove dial and machine off a couple of thousandths screw support. or shim. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
The machining set-up itself is always something that can greatly influence the performance of the lathe. The following are some things to keep in mind. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
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Depth of cut Design or type of insert Sharpness of the insert Workpiece material Type of finish or accuracy required XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
CAUTION! Unlike a leadscrew, do not unscrew the ball screw from its nut. This will destroy the ball screw! XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
Will not allow user to save or pull up programs from a floppy disk. Can the floppy drive format a disk? See Section 4.3. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
Visually check the cable for any problems. If the encoder has failed the motor must be replaced. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
2. Physically swap the servo module from the axis that is not working to one that is. WARNING! Do not work with the Servo Driver unless the power is disconnected from the machine. There is possibility of death by electrocution! XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
3. Place a lead of the meter on each end of the fuse. A good fuse reads 0 (zero) or close to it. A bad fuse reads Open or Infinity or OL (overload). XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
The power module also has a ground bar where all the panels are grounded and a dual channel relay (safety relay) that is controlled by the E- stop and E-stop reset button on the pendant. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
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Figure 10 Electrical Box Parts XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
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3. LED labeled REMOTE E-STOP – this LED should be on whenever the remote e-stop or pendant e-stop is in the out position. 4. LED labeled OIL PRESSURE – not used. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
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4 positions or decrement the tool by 2 or 4 positions. May not apply to the 4- tool indexer. 8. LED labeled CHUCK GUARD – not used 9. LED labeled FWD-REVERSE – not used LED 10 is not used. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
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Figure 11 Spindle Control Module LED’s XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
4. One-by-one, take out each connector and then plug them back in. Do the same at the computer/display. 5. Make sure the screws are tightened on each of the connectors. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
If the computer or hard drive fails, then you will not have the XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
Code 12. When the heavy workpiece is removed, Code 12 should be run again. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
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6. Afterward the screen will display values next to the DRO position axes. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
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This service code reverses the direction of the X hand wheel. 4.8.2.8 Code 310: Reverse Z Hand Wheel Direction This service code reverses the direction of the Z hand wheel. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
This code when turned on captures the commands that were sent to the servo system. It includes items such as positioning commands, errors, stop and go XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
To input a new Following Error use the following procedure: Follow the instructions on the screen and input the Following Error value (from .003 to .3 mm) and press INC SET. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
9-pin E/Stop cables. The cables are to stay with the computer module. 8. Now slide the module about ½ way out of the LCD/enclosure. 9. Remove the ground wire from the LCD/enclosure side. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
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13. Make sure that all connectors are properly seated before fastening the unit back in place. Note: if the flash drive is functional, you may want to remove the flash disk and install it in the new flash drive. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
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Figure 12 (Figure shown with inner sheet metal removed) Computer Module & LCD/Enclosure Replacement XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
See your programming manual for instruction on how to do this. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
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Figure 13 (Figure shown with inner sheet metal removed) Flash Disk Replacement XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
Belt tension should be checked frequently during the first days of operation, and periodically thereafter. Keep the pulleys and belt clean and free of any foreign material to ensure long life and maximum traction. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
5. Unbolt the ballscrew nut from the yoke. 6. The X ball screw is removed through the exposed hole when the cross slide is removed. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
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Figure 15 SLX 1630 X-Axis Drive Train XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
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FC25 Socket Head Cap Screw M8x30L Socket Head Cap Screw M6x30L 23337-72 Wiper - Bedway (Right, Rear) Rubber 24-0337 Crossed Recessed Head Screw M6x16L XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
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1/4" Washer -Spring 1/4" 77USDA-0304 Base - Motor - Z Axis FC30 16775-1 Motor - Z Axis Servo 25-0223 Cover Plate (Front) SS41 I01153.xls XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
68 N-m. of torque, properly seating the bearings. 4. Completely thread in the locking screw to prevent the lock nut from unthreading. Figure 16 Angular Contact Bearings XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
16. Using a torque wrench, measure the torque to move the z-axis at each end, and in the middle of the axis travel. The torque reading should be a maximum of 1.1 - 1.7 N-m. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
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Figure 17 SLX 1630 Z-Axis Drive Train XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
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FC25 Socket Head Cap Screw M8x30L Socket Head Cap Screw M6x30L 23337-72 Wiper - Bedway (Right, Rear) Rubber 24-0337 Crossed Recessed Head Screw M6x16L XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
To adjust the headstock alignment, loosen the four socket head cap screws that attach the headstock housing to the bed. Using the adjusting screw located at the XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
Measure the rolling torque and repeat until 1.1 – 1.7 N-m. of rolling torque is achieved. Tighten the three setscrews to retain the adjustment. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
It does not matter which wires are connected to the hot and neutral wires. All grounds from each cable are connected to either of the screws labeled ground. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
5. Tighten gib screw and move cross slide back and forth. It should feel somewhat tight, but not to the point where it is hard to move. Figure 20 X Axis Gib Adjustment XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
5. Place the .002 mm indicator in the spindle and set up the metric standard on the cross slide. Make sure the standard is parallel to the cross slide by using a XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
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Set a .002-millimeter dial indicator in the spindle, and touch off on a block or the vise along the direction (X or Z) you wish to check, or set the backlash constant. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
A drain plug is found on the machine to drain the headstock. Oil can be added to the reservoir by a plug in the top of the headstock cover or by removing the cover and XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
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Thereafter, the oil should be flushed and drained every 1500-2000 hours of operation. Figure 23 SLX 1630 Lubrication XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
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Do not mix detergent type automotive oil, or multi-purpose oils with the regular grade of S.A.E. No. 30 lubricating oil. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
Failure to do this will cause the indexer to hit the sliding door when the cross slide is all the way toward the operator. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
Since the indexer takes the shortest path between tool changes, it can only move 45, 90, 135 in the positive direction, and 45, 90, 135 in the negative direction. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
Dorian for repair. Please refer to the Dorian manual that was shipped with the indexer. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
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Figure 25 Indexer Mounting XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
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Figure 26 Indexer Cable Routing XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
For example, the operator chose Tool 2 and the indexer went to Tool Station 3. To fix this problem, re-initialize the system by choosing Service Code 147. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
1 to 4, you will see the select 1 light come on briefly. +4 tools (select 1, 2, and 3) – tool stays where it is -1 tool (select2 and 3) XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
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Do not adjust any of these settings. This may cause the indexer to not run correctly or not run at all and will void the warranty of the hardware. XYZ Machine Tools ProTURN SLX 1630 ProtoTRAK SLX CNC Safety, Installation, Service & Parts List Manual...
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Southwestern Industries, Inc TRAK Warranty Policy Warranty TRAK products are warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in work-manship and materials for the following periods: Product Warranty Period Materials Factory Labor 1 Year 1 Year TRAK/ProtoTRAK Any EXCHANGE Unit 90 Days 90 Days The warranty period starts on the date of the invoice to the original purchaser from...
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