INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FREESTANDING FRAME & STAIR KIT INSTRUCTIONS DECK & STAIR KIT INSTALLATION: FREE-STANDING EVOLUTION FRAMING 1
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction General Guidelines...............................................................3 Required Tools/Components...............................................4 Installation Installation Overview............................................................6 Project Planning...................................................................8 Post To Pier Brackets..........................................................13 Posts........................................................
INTRODUCTION READ INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION General Guidelines It is the responsibility of the installer to meet all code and safety requirements, and to obtain all required building permits. The Deck Kit installer should determine and implement appropriate installation techniques for each installation situation. Fortress Building Products nor its distributors shall NOT be held liable for improper or unsafe installations.
Required Tools & Material (Not Provided By Fortress) Goggles Safety Gloves Ear Protector Close-Toed Shoes Concrete Drill Bit: 3/8” [10mm] Wrench: 9/16” [14mm] Locking Pliers Tape Measurer Speed Square Touch-Up Paint Bit Extender Hex Head Nut Driver Bits: 9/16”, 5/16” [14mm, 8mm] Ratchet Wrench & Socket: 9/16” [14mm] Post Hole Digger Pencil Concrete Level Tool Metal Cutting Circular Saw Saw Horses Concrete Anchor (x6): 3/8” x 3” [10mm x 76mm] Clamps Drill Ground Stakes Step Bit: 3/4” [1
Evolution Self-drilling Screw Beam Cap 3/4” [19mm] #12 Single Beam To Post Bracket F-50 Bracket Post to Pier Bracket F-10 Bracket Components: Stair Kit (Provided By Fortress) Joist 2” x 6” x 12’ [51mm x 152mm x 3658mm] Adjustable Stair Tray Evolution Self-drilling Screw Strap 3/4” [19mm] #12 Stair Anchor Bracket Note: • 8” [203mm] Joist Cap F-50 Bracket Stair Strap Adjustable Stair Bracket Components ARE NOT show to scale.
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW Evolution Free-standing Framing Without Stair Kit 1 2 3 Evolution Free-standing Framing With Stair Kit 4 5 Connections: 1. Joists to Beam & Straps 4. Post To Beam 6 6 2. Joists to U-Rim 5. Post to Footing 3. Lateral Blocking to Beam 6.
Evolution Free-standing Framing Installation Process (Overview) 1. Mount Posts onto Footing 2. Install Single Beams & Beam Caps 3. Install Frame Joists & Post Blocking 4. Install Lateral Bracing 5. Install U-Rim Joists & Evolution Strap 6. Install Stair Kit (Optional) Note: Construction methodologies are always improving. Please visit FortressBP.com for the most up-to-date Installation Instructions.
PROJECT PLANNING Step 1: Sketch Layout of Framing Project 1. Sketch the top and side faces of the house/building profile. 2. Identify the desired location of your framing project. Reference Fig. 1 below for overall dimensions. 3. Sketch desired positioning of your free-standing frame. 4. If installing stairs, determine then sketch desired stair frame position. Reference Stair Kit installation instructions on pages 44 - 63 to determine stair landing positioning. 5.
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Step 2: Create a Perimeter For The Post Footprint 1. Using Stakes and Guide String, create a perimeter around the post footprint. As shown in Fig. 2. Recommended Post footprint is 10’ x 10’ [3048mm x 3048mm]. Tip: • Be sure corners are set at 90o angles. • Be sure post footprint is positioned to account for frame footprint and 1/2” [13mm] deck overhang. Fig.
Note: • Call 811 before you dig the footing holes to locate and identify any buried utilities. • When positioning footings, be sure to account for post to Beam overhang (24” [610mm] maximum) and Joist to Beam overhang (18” [457mm] maximum). Fig. 3 HOUSE/BUILDING 3’ [914mm] Starting point 90o 4’ [1219mm] 5’ [1524mm] Top View Fig. 4 (NOT TO SCALE) HOUSE/BUILDING Mark center of desired footing location Top View Fig.
Fig. 6 Consult local code requirements Consult local code requirements Level with the ground or higher 3” [72mm] Concrete Gravel Side View Fig.
INSTALLATION: POST TO PIER BRACKETS Post To Pier Bracket Concrete Footing Step 1: Mount Post to Pier Brackets onto Concrete Footings 1. Reposition Stakes and Guide String (page 10, step 3). 2. Position Post to Pier Brackets along internal corners of Guide Strings. As shown in Fig. 8. 3. Pre-drill concrete footing, then mount Post to Pier Brackets onto surface using 3/8” x 3” [10mm x 76mm] Concrete Anchors. As shown in Fig. 9 & 10.
INSTALLATION: POSTS Single Beam to Post Bracket Evolution Post Post to Pier Bracket Concrete Footing Step 1: Mount Posts into Post to Pier Brackets 1. It is critical for post heights to be relatively even/coplanar once installed. This will help ensure the frame assembly is level once installed. Adjust posts as needed. 2. Cut posts to desired height. Reference cutting and painting instructions on pages 65 - 67. Only one post is provided with each deck & stair kit.
Fig. 11 Fig. 12 Indented Bracket Fig. 13 Post Post To Pier Bracket Fig. 14 Indented Brackets facing inside of framing Fig.
INSTALLATION: SINGLE BEAMS Singe Beam Singe Beam Step 1: Mount Single Beams onto Single Beam to Post Brackets 1. Position Beams into desired position in Single Beam to Post Brackets. As shown in Fig. 16. 2. All Beams contain holes to allow for water drainage. Be sure drainage holes on Beam face down once installed. As shown in Fig. 17. Adjust if needed. 3. Confirm ends of both the Beams are in Line. As shown in Fig. 18. Adjust if needed. 4. Determine Beam overhang.
Fig. 16 Singe Beam to Post Bracket Fig. 17 Drainage holes facing down Fig. 18 Beam Ends of Beams in line Beam Fig.
Fig. 20 Beam Measurement 1 Measurement 2 Beam Top View Fig. 21 Fig. 22 Side (Profile) View Step 2: Install Beam Cap 1. Position the Beam Caps onto the ends of Beams. As shown in Fig. 23. 2. Using Evolution Self-drilling Screws, fasten Beam Caps onto Beams. As shown in Fig. 24. Fig. 23 18 Fig.
INSTALLATION: FRAME JOISTS End Joists End Joists Infill Joists Step 1: Mount End Joists 1. Position End Joists flush with ends of Beams. As shown in Fig. 25 & 26. 2. All Joists contain holes to allow for water drainage. Be sure drainage holes on joist face down once installed. As shown in Fig. 17 on page 17. Adjust if needed. 3. Beam to End Joist overhang should be equal on both ends of joists. As shown in Fig. 27. 4. Measure opposite corners of End Joists to confirm Joists are square.
Fig. 25 End Joist Fig. 26 End Joist Side View Fig. 27 Top View End Joist End Joist Determined overhang Beam Beam Beam & End Joist Flush Fig. 28 End Joist End Joist Measurement 1 Measurement 2 Top View Fig.
Step 2: Mount Infill Joists 1. Starting from one end, measure and mark 13-1/16” [332mm] from the inside face of an End Joist onto the top face of each Beam. Measurement is critical for a successful installation. 2. Position the back face of an F-10 Bracket onto each Beam marking facing towards the inside face of the End joist. As shown in Fig. 30. 3. Using Evolution self-drilling screws, fasten the F-10 Brackets onto each Beam. As shown in Fig. 31. 4.
Fig. 30 End Joist 13-1/16” [332mm] Back face of F-10 Bracket flush with marking & facing inside face of End Joist Beam Top View Fig. 31 Beam End Joist Fig. 32 Infill Joist Fasten F-10 Bracket onto Infill Joist Overhang of Joists in line End Joist Fig.
Fig. 34 Front View Bracket Lip Fig. 35 p t Li e k c Bra fac e sid in ing n i fac Lip t cke Bra e tsid u go n i fac Lip t cke Bra ide s g in Fig.
INSTALLATION: LATERAL BRACING JOISTS Lateral Bracing Support Joists Lateral Bracing Joists Lateral Bracing Support Joists Step 1: Cut Joists to length 1. Measure opening between inside faces of Beams. As shown in Fig. 37. 2. Cut two Lateral Bracing Joists to measured length. As shown in Fig. 38. 3. Cut four 30” [762mm] Lateral Bracing Support Joists with 45o miter cuts. As shown in Fig. 38. Note: • Reference cutting & painting instructions on pages 65 - 67. Fig.
Fig. 38 Measured length Lateral Bracing Joist (x2) 30” [762mm] 45o 45o Lateral Bracing Support Joist (x4) Side View Step 2: Mount Lateral Bracing Joists 1. Position F-50 Brackets onto Beams with outside face of brackets and post in line. As shown in Fig. 39. 2. Using Evolution Self-drilling Screws, fasten the F-50 Brackets onto Beams. As shown in Fig. 40. 3. Position cut Joists between opposite F-50 Brackets. 4.
Step 3: Mount Lateral Bracing Support Joists 1. Position F-50 Brackets and cut Lateral Bracing Support Joists between post and mounted Lateral Bracing Joists. 2. Push brackets and Joists as high and tight as possible. 3. Mark F-50 Bracket locations onto mounted Lateral Bracing Joists and Posts. As shown in Fig. 42. 4. Remove Lateral Bracing Support Joists. 5. Position F-50 Brackets between previous markings, be sure outer faces of brackets are flush with Lateral Bracing Joist and post faces. 6.
INSTALLATION: POST BLOCKING Back Corner Blocking Back Corner Blocking Side Blocking Side Blocking Front Corner Blocking Front Corner Blocking Front Blocking Step 1: Mount Corner Post Blocking 1. Cut two Joists to 12-1/2” [318mm] lengths. As shown in Fig. 45. 2. Using Evolution Self-drilling Screws, fasten one F-50 Bracket onto each cut Joist. As shown in Fig. 46 & 47. 3. For Al13 Railing installation, measure and mark 2-3/8” [60mm] from ends of the End joist and first Infill Joist.
8. Using Evolution Self-drilling Screws, fasten the second F-50 Bracket onto the Infill & cut Joists. As shown in Fig. 50. Be sure the top faces of all joists are flush and the bracket is plumb/perpendicular to joists. 9. For Al13 Railing installation, position the second cut Joist flush with the inside face of the mounted first cut Joist. Be sure the F-50 Bracket is facing away from the first cut Joist.
Fig. 47 Fig. 48 Side View Infill Joist End Joist Outside faces of F-50 & Joist flush Top View Measure & mark 2 - 3/8” [60mm] (Al13 Railing) or 2-15/16” [75mm] (Fe26 Railing) Fig. 49 Top faces flush Fig. 50 Top faces flush marking marking Fig. 51 Top faces flush Fig.
Step 2: Mount Front Post Blocking 1. Reference step 1 of project planning instructions (pages 8 & 9) for determined front face Post location(s). 2. Determine Joists front face blocking will be positioned in between. 3. For Al13 Railing installation: measure and mark 2-3/8” [60mm] from ends of the End joist and first Infill Joist. As shown in Fig. 53. 4. For Fe26 Railing installation: measure and mark 2-15/16” [75mm] from ends of the End joist and first Infill Joist. As shown in Fig. 53. 5.
15. Using Evolution self-drilling screws, fasten the two cut Joists together through the drill holes. As shown in Fig. 60 & 61. Use a bit extender when fastening the two cut Joists together. Be sure screws are positioned to avoid through bolts of railing posts. Note: • IF installing stair frame, two post blocking assemblies 48” [1219mm] apart on center will be required. As shown in Fig. 62.
Fig. 57 Measured Length F-50 Brackets Top View Fig. 58 Fig. 59 Top faces flush Top faces flush Fig. 60 Fig. 61 Section View Fig.
Step 3: Mount Side Post Blocking 1. Cut two Joists to 13” [330mm] lengths. As shown in Fig. 63. 2. Cut two Joists to 12-1/8” [308mm] lengths. As shown in Fig. 64. 3. For Al13 Railing installation, Position and offset an F-50 Bracket 7/16” [11mm] from the end of each 13” [330mm] cut Joist. As shown in Fig. 65. 4. For Fe26 Railing installation, Position and offset an F-50 Bracket 7/8” [22mm] from the end of each 13” [330mm] cut Joist. As shown in Fig. 65. 5.
Note: • IF installing stair frame, two post blocking assemblies 43” [1092mm] apart on center will be required. As shown in Fig. 73. Be sure to take into account stair railing post locations when positioning side blocking. • Reference cutting & painting instructions on pages 65 - 67. Fig. 63 Fig. 65 Fig. 64 Side View Side View Cut joist Cut joist 13” [330mm] 12 - 1/8” [308mm] (x2) (x2) Fig.
Fig. 69 Top faces flush Fig. 70 Top faces flush 12-1/8” [308mm] cut Joists Fig. 71 Infill Joist End Joist Measure & mark 64” [1626mm] Top View Fig. 72 Marking Marking End Joist Infill Joist Fig.
INSTALLATION: PICTURE FRAME BLOCKING Picture Frame Blocking Picture Frame Blocking Step 1: Mount Picture Frame Blocking 1. Measure each opening between corner post blocking and side post blocking. As shown in Fig. 74. 2. Cut four Joists to measured lengths minus 1/2” [13mm] to account for screw heads. As shown in Fig. 75. 3. Using Evolution Self-drilling Screws, Mount two F-50 Brackets onto opposite ends of each cut Joist.
Fig. 74 Side blocking Measure opening Corner blocking Top View Fig. 75 Side View Cut joist Measured length minus 1/2” [13mm] (x4) Fig. 76 Side View F-50 Brackets Overhang F-50 Brackets 1/4” [6mm] from edge of cut Joist (x4) Fig.
Fig. 78 Infill Joist End Joist Marking 3” [76mm] Top View Fig. 79 Marking Top faces flush Marking Topside of Frame Fig. 80 Marking 3” [76mm] Marking Top View Fig.
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INSTALLATION: RIM JOIST U-Rim Joist U-Rim Joist Step 1: Mount U-Rim Joists 1. Mount Blank U-Rim Joist onto ends of mounted Joists. As shown inf Fig. 83. 2. Using Evolution Self-drilling Screws, fasten on top and bottom faces of the Blank U-Rim Joist. As shown in Fig. 84. Be sure end of U-Rim Joist is flush with outside face of End joist. 3. Measure opening between end of mounted U-Rim Joist and outside face of opposite End Joist. As shown in Fig. 85. 4.
Fig. 83 Fig. 84 Fig. 85 Mounted U-Rim Joist Measure opening length Fig.
INSTALLATION: EVOLUTION STRAP Evolution Straps Step 1: Mount Evolution Straps onto Infill Joists 1. Place three Evolution Straps onto the underside of the Infill Joists. As shown in Fig. 87 & 89. Fasten straps to joists using Evolution Self-drilling Screws. As shown in Fig. 89. Note: • The Evolution Strap is 4’ [1219mm] long. Fig.
Fig. 88 Fig.
INSTALLATION: STAIR KIT (OPTIONAL) Adjustable Stair Frame Step 1: Calculate Required Stair Measurements 1. Reference link below for the Fortress Stair Calculator. https://fortressbp.com/framing/stair-calculator 2. Determine Configuration: On the Fortress Stair Calculator page, begin by selecting the desired configuration. The deck and stair kit framing is designed to use the “Drop to Grade” configuration. As shown in Fig. 90. 3.
7. Determine Tread Thickness: For Apex or Infinity decking boards, your Tread/board thickness should be 1” [25mm]. 8. Input determined tread thickness (1” [25mm] into the stair calculator “Rise and Tread: Tread Thickness” section. As shown in Fig. 95. 9. Determine Tray & Stringer: In the “Tray and Stringer: Tray” section, select “No Tray”. In the “Tray and Stringer: Stringer” section, select “Evolution 2” x 6” Joist as Stringer”. As shown in Fig. 96. 10.
Fig. 91 Side View Rise (height) plus 1” [25mm] to account for deck board thickness Fig. 92 [Example for Reference] Fig. 93 1/8” [3mm] gapping 5-1/2” [140mm] deck board width 5-1/2” [140mm] deck board width Side View Tread Depth = 5-1/2” + 5-1/2” + 1/8” Tread Thickness = Deck Board Thickness 1” [25mm] deck board thickness Fig.
Fig. 95 [Example for Reference] Fig. 96 [Example for Reference] Fig. 97 [Example for Reference] Fig. 98 Side View Minimum of 10” [254mm] spacing Fig.
Fig. 100 [Example for Reference] Step 2: Mount Stair Blocking (Front Post mounting) • This step is for front post blocking installation. For side post blocking instructions, reference step 3 on pages 51. 1. Measure opening between Infill Joists. As shown in Fig. 101. 2. Cut two Joists to measured lengths. As shown in Fig. 102. 3. Using Evolution Self-Drilling Screws, Mount two F-50 Brackets onto opposite ends of the cut Joist cuts.
Fig. 101 Measure openings Fig. 102 Side View Cut joist Measured Length (x2) Fig. 103 Fig. 104 Side View Outside faces of F-50 & Joist flush Fig.
Fig. 106 Fig. 107 Mounted Front Post Blocking Side View Cut joist 48” [1219mm] (x1) Fig. 108 8” [203mm] Stair Tray Strap 48” [1219mm] cut Joist Fig.
Step 3: Mount Stair Blocking (Side Post Mounting) 1. Cut one Joist to 48” [1219mm] length. As shown in Fig. 110. 2. Position cut Joist flush with bottom face of the End Joist and centered between the two Side Post Blocking. 3. Using Evolution Self-Drilling Screws and two 8” [203mm] Straps, fasten the cut Joist onto the End Joist. Be sure straps are positioned 3” [76mm] from each edge of the cut Joist. As shown in Fig. 111. 4.
Fig. 112 8” [203mm] Stair Tray Strap 48” [1219mm] cut Joist Step 4: Cut Stair Stringers (Joists) to Length 1. Reference X1, X2 and X3 measurements in stair calculator. As shown in Fig. 113 & 114. 2. Cut Joist to X3 length. 3. Using a straight edge, measure and mark X1 distance onto the cut Joist. 4. Cut Joist at X1 cut mark. 5. Using a straight edge, measure and mark X2 distance onto the cut Joist. 6. DO NOT cut the X2 mark line during this step. X2 will be cut during a later step.
Fig. 114 Side View X1 Cut mark Cut joist/Stringer X2 Reference mark line X3 (x2) Step 5: Determine Pin Hole Locations for Stair Brackets 1. Reference Pin Hole Locations in stair calculator. As shown in Fig. 115. 2. Insert two pins into a bracket at the defined hole locations. As shown in Fig. 116 & 117. Note: • Fig. 115 is taken from Stair Calculator results. • The pins will hold the bracket at the correct angle until it is fastened securely to the stringer.
Fig. 117 2L Bracket Pin Bracket Pin 5R [Example for Reference] Step 6: Mount Adjustable Stair Brackets onto Stair Stringers 1. Insert bracket pins into the first bracket. Reference step 5 on pages 53 & 54 for pin hole locations. 2. Reference bracket spacing measurement in stair calculator. As shown in Fig. 118. 3. Position bracket onto stringer along cut end 4. Measure bracket spacing from cut end of joist to back end of bracket. As shown in Fig. 119 & 120. 5.
16. Using a straight edge, extend X2 cut mark (Fig. 114) onto face of final bracket. As shown in Fig. 126. 17. Clamp final bracket onto stringer then fasten single face of bracket using Using Evolution Self-Drilling Screw. As shown in Fig. 127. Be sure screws are above cut line and fasten into both bracket and stringer. Screws in final bracket DO NOT insert into pre-drilled holes, new hole will need to be created. 18. Cut Final bracket and stringer along X2 cut mark. As shown in Fig.
Fig. 122 Fig. 121 Side View Bracket spacing Fig. 124 Fig. 123 Measure from back edge of bracket DO NOT measure from back face of bracket Side View Fig. 125 Side View Fig. 126 Side View Bracket spacing X2 Cut mark X2 Cut mark Scrap piece of Joist Fig.
Fig. 128 Fig. 129 Side View Step 7: Mount Stair Straps 1. Reference Step Rise measurement in stair calculator. As shown in Fig. 130. 2. Position each Stair Strap in line with an edge of the cut Joist. As shown in Fig. 131. 3. Position each Stair Strap with spacing from top face of framing set at Step Rise measurement. As shown in Fig. 132. 4. Confirm straps are level before fastening. Adjust if needed. 5. Using Evolution Self-Drilling Screws, fasten Stair Straps onto framing.
Fig. 131 Cut Joist Strap in line with edge of cut Joist Fig. 132 7-1/32” [179mm] (Step Rise from Stair Calculator) Front View [Example for Reference] Fig. 133 58 Step 8: Mount Stair Stringers onto Stair Straps 1. Reference Step Rise measurement in stair calculator. As shown in Fig. 134. 2. Position X1 cut mark end (Fig. 114) of Stair Stringer assemblies into Stair Straps and spacing from top face of framing set at Step Rise measurement. As shown in Fig. 135 & 136. 3.
5. Using a Rubber Mallet, fold tails of Stair Straps onto bottom face of Stair Stringer assemblies. As shown in Fig. 138. 6. Using Evolution Self-Drilling Screws, fasten tail of Stair Straps on to bottom face of Stair Stringer assemblies. As shown in Fig. 139. A screw can be added at bend point to help mount Stair Straps flush onto stringers. Note: • Fig. 134 is taken from Stair Calculator results. Fig. 134 [Example for Reference] Fig. 135 Fig.
Fig. 137 Fig. 138 Fig. 139 Step 8: Mount Stair Anchor Bracket onto Stair Stringers 1. Position a Stair Anchor Bracket on bottom of each Stair Stringer assembly. As shown in Fig.140. 2. Using Evolution Self-Drilling Screws, fasten brackets onto each stringer assembly. As shown in Fig. 141. 3. Be sure flaps on anchor brackets face in. As shown in Fig. 142. Adjust if needed. Tip: • DO NOT fasten anchor brackets onto foundation in this step. Fig. 140 60 Fig.
Fig. 142 Anchor Bracket flaps facing in Step 9: Mount Adjustable Stair Trays & Stair Anchor Brackets 1. Using a Rubber Mallet and a block of wood, hammer the bottom lip of the Adjustable Stair Tray until fully extended. As shown in Fig. 143. Be sure the two ends of the stair tray DO NOT become disengage once extended. 2. Position the Adjustable Stair Tray onto second step of mounted Stair Stringers. As shown in Fig. 144. 3.
Tip: • Be sure the top and bottom lips of the Adjustable Stair Tray are fastened onto to each stair stringer contact point. Use 4 screws per Adjustable Stair Tray. Fig. 143 Be sure top edge of Adjustable Stair Tray is stationary Hammer on both ends so that stair tray extends evenly Fig. 144 Fig.
Fig. 146 Bottom Stair Bracket Fig. 147 Bottom lip of Adjustable Stair Tray flush with back face of bottom Stair Bracket Bottom Stair Bracket Fig. 148 Fig.
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CUTTING & PAINTING Step 1: Mark Cut Points 1. Position the material to be cut on a flat surface, preferably Saw Horses. 2. Using a pencil, mark desired cut length onto material. 3. Using a speed square, straighten cut point markings on top and side faces. As shown in Fig. 151. Tip: • Before making cuts, confirm cut length is correct. Fig. 151 Step 2: Cut Material To Length 1. Cut the material using a metal cutting circular saw or grinder with a cutoff disc. As shown in Fig. 152.
Fig. 152 Step 3: Clean Cut Areas 1. Use a file to smooth cut edges. As shown in Fig. 153. 2. Remove any metal shavings and dust with a brush or rag. 3. Make sure surfaces to be painted are clean. DO NOT cut product over concrete. Be sure to remove any metal shavings to avoid stains. Tip: • DO NOT allow metal shavings and/or chips to get dropped or blown into a pool, hot tub, or any other body of water. • Be sure to remove metal shavings and/or chips from inside the cut material.
Tip: • Apply 2 coats of spray paint in non-salt water environments and 3 coats in salt-water environments. Fig.
CARE & MAINTENANCE Care And Maintenance Of Fortress Building Products Powder-Coated Products And Surfaces: • • • • • Immediately after installation of your Fortress Building Products, clean powder-coated products and surfaces with a solution of warm water and non-abrasive, pH neutral detergent solution. Surfaces should be thoroughly rinsed after cleaning to remove all residues. All surfaces should be cleaned using a soft cloth or sponge.
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