A large group of things belongs to the category of underwear. Among them there are simple models, elegant lace and corrective ones, which require a special approach when washing.
How to properly wash underwear by hand and in an automatic washing machine, whether it is necessary to iron, how to rid white fabric of grayness at home, is determined by the rules and recommendations of specialists.
Washing in an automatic washing machine
Machine washing is not acceptable for all laundry. The following products should not be sent to the machine:
- with a lot of decor;
- with glued decorative elements;
- old things;
- damaged products;
- expensive designer items;
- if the product label states that the manufacturer prohibits machine processing.
Preparation
If there are no prohibitions on processing in an automatic machine, you can prepare things for putting into the drum.
You need to start by inspecting all products .
If they have damage, torn areas or holes, they need to be repaired. Hooks and other fasteners must be fastened. To ensure that the laundry lasts longer and does not become deformed, it is better to put it in mesh bags designed for washing clothes. These bags should not be stuffed tightly.
At what temperature, mode?
Lingerie, even the simplest models, is a delicate item. This is exactly the kind of treatment he will need. The mode must be selected only “delicate”.
In this case, other settings must also be adjusted:
- spin – set to minimum;
- turn off drying;
- water temperature – up to +40ºС.
An extra rinse will help remove the detergent completely.
Choice of product
It is recommended to use gels for washing delicate items . They dissolve well in water, provide high-quality washing, and rinse well from fabrics.
Powders also wash products well, but may not completely dissolve and remain in the fibers when rinsing.
It is not advisable to use air conditioning . It can remain on the fabric, especially if there are padded cups and elastic bands.
What is possible and what is not?
Linen can be placed in one load with other linen of a similar color, as well as soft underwear, for example, T-shirts, T-shirts.
You cannot combine them in one load with jackets, jeans, trousers, etc. Rough materials, adjacent to delicate ones in the drum, can damage thin fabric and deform things.
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How to do this correctly in a washing machine and in what mode?
A washing machine is simply the salvation of the modern generation. Now it’s difficult to do without it. It makes work easier, saves time and helps you save energy for other important things. At what temperature should I wash panties and other underwear? Let's consider a number of useful recommendations:
- It is better to avoid this washing method if there is any decor on the linen, for example, lace trim or embroidery, and also if there is gel in the filler of “Push-up” bras.
- Natural fabrics, namely cotton, can be washed in a machine without any problems. Cotton products retain color and do not fade if washed at 60°C. White items can be safely washed at 90°C.
- Synthetics must not be washed at high temperatures – within 40 °C. Do not forget about spinning, it will negatively affect the quality of the item. In automatic machines, this sometimes requires connecting a special program.
- The temperature for silk bras should also not exceed 30 °C. Spinning can damage the product.
- Man-made fibers such as viscose, rayon and acetate are quite durable and can even be bleached.
- It is recommended to wash bras in special containers; if there are none, then all clasps must be fastened before washing.
- Bodices can be washed with light textiles such as T-shirts or pajamas.
- For difficult stains, before throwing the product into the machine, soak it for 15-20 minutes.
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Manual processing
Hand washing clothes is the best option. Despite the labor intensity, it allows you to wash carefully and thoroughly, keeping the entire process under control and paying attention to the necessary areas.
Procedure:
- Pour warm (not higher than +40ºС) water into a basin.
Dilute the detergent. If it is a powder, you should make sure that it is completely dissolved without lumps.- Place things in the water.
- Lather and rub the stained areas.
- Leave to lie in the basin for 15-20 minutes.
- Gently rub things without applying force.
- If the water is dirty after all the manipulations, you need to drain it and get new water, in which you can also dilute the gel or powder, and wash the laundry again.
- Rinse thoroughly.
A good rinse is very important; it must be done several times until the water is no longer soapy.
How to properly wash lace underwear?
- First of all, you should remember that under no circumstances should lace be washed in a washing machine, only by hand and only with the help of gentle detergents. But even when washing by hand, lace must be handled very carefully. Wash lace separately from other items. They cannot be rubbed vigorously, and even more so, a brush cannot be used for washing.
- If your lace needs a light wash, then it is best to prepare a warm soapy solution of baby soap; you can also use shampoo for delicate washing. The main thing is to check that everything has dissolved and there are no soapy marks on your laundry that arise from not very thorough rinsing, and grains of powder that have not dissolved.
- If you are washing a lace bra with removable push-up cups, be sure to remove them and wash them separately. They also need to be dried separately.
- Rinse lace underwear thoroughly.
- There is no need to put a lot of detergent in the hope that it will be more effective - on the contrary, excess detergent will reduce the effectiveness of washing and will also settle on the laundry.
- It is best to dry already washed lace underwear in a straightened form, on a terry towel. As a last resort, you can use drying, but you definitely shouldn’t dry the lace in direct sunlight, the fabric can easily fade in this case.
- After washing and drying, it is very important to store lace underwear properly. For this you need a dark, cool closet. The laundry should not be exposed to direct sunlight. Special organizers for storing underwear and, especially, bras are ideal. They help keep things in shape.
Taking into account the material
Linen is made from various materials, each of which has its own qualities. The approach to processing will depend on these features.
Cotton
Cotton fabric is often used for sewing linen. Usually, the material chosen for underwear is thin, pleasant to the body and soft.
Very high temperatures are not suitable for washing such clothes , as this may cause the product to:
- sit down;
- fade.
Even for simple models, the sewing of which did not use lace, the water heating temperature cannot be higher than +60°C, but it is better to set it to +40°C. Bleach should only be used when necessary.
When rinsing things, the water should also not be hot . Even for laconic models without embroidery and additional decor, intense exposure is best avoided.
Silk
If the linen is made of natural silk, it should be washed by hand. Usually this restriction is indicated on the label of the item.
In cases where the manufacturer allows machine processing, water heating should be no more than +30°C, and spinning should be turned off . For silk items, it is better to choose products that are recommended for delicate fabrics.
After washing, such things are not twisted. Drying - at room temperature, avoiding overdrying, to make it easier to iron the item.
Synthetics, viscose
Viscose, like most types of fabrics for sewing underwear, requires gentle treatment and low water heating rates.
It is advisable to choose a washing powder from those intended for delicate materials . It is advisable to wash thin synthetics by hand in non-hot water.
How to properly wash bed linen in a washing machine
Manufacturers of the intimate part of women's wardrobe recommend washing clothes exclusively by hand, but if there is absolutely no time for washing, then you can use an automatic washing machine, you just need to know the features of the procedure:
- Sorting laundry by color and material is a mandatory procedure that will protect items from staining and deformation.
- For hygienic reasons, panties and bras should be washed separately from other underwear.
- To thoroughly remove stains and rinse things, you should choose soft detergents recommended for use in a washing machine.
- Washing powders and other laundry detergents containing bleaching particles may only be used for washing white laundry.
- It is necessary to follow the dosage instructions for the detergent, since the chemical compounds contained in large quantities can ruin any item.
Washing mode
When washing clothes in an automatic machine, you should select the delicate or hand wash mode at a low water temperature - from 30 to 40 degrees. It is best to use special laundry bags so that metal fasteners and decorative elements do not damage other products. There are special devices for washing bras, which are a round container with holes. When using it, the straps of the product will not stretch, the bones will not damage the fabric, and the product will not lose its shape when wrung out.
It is recommended to treat heavily soiled areas with special compounds to gently remove stains and only then place them in the drum of the washing machine.
If you don't have time to hand wash your underwear, you can put them in the washing machine.
Products made from cotton and other dense fabrics will withstand this treatment without any problems. Silk and lace panties can be washed in a machine only in a protective cover, or by hand.
You need to choose a program depending on the type of fabric.
Basic recommendations:
Durable cotton items are washed intensively. The water temperature can be increased to 90 degrees if you need to disinfect the fabric or remove serious dirt from it. Spin is allowed.- Lace and silk underwear are washed at low temperatures. It should not exceed 30 degrees. You can set the “silk” or “delicate wash” program. The spin is turned off or the speed is reduced to a minimum.
- For synthetic and combined fabrics, the program is set manually. Parameters to be set: water temperature up to 60 degrees, spin speed up to 800 rpm.
- For heavily soiled items, select the “wash with soak” program.
Washing in hot water and spinning at high speed may cause the fabric to shrink. Therefore, it is better to stick to averages.
Underwear should be washed with delicate detergents. It is better to use a gel or liquid concentrate.
It is not recommended to use powders containing aggressive components. They can cause skin irritation and cause rashes and itching.
There are specialized products on sale that are suitable for caring for underwear:
Dr. Beckmann for underwear. Price – 289 rubles. This powder contains oxygen bleach.- KMSR Liquid detergent for washing underwear with silver. The gel from the Korean manufacturer is suitable for both machine and hand washing. Its main advantage is its antibacterial effect. The cost of the composition is 770 rubles.
- Heitmann for women's underwear. The cost of the powder is 330 rubles per 200 g.
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If panties are washed at low temperatures with classic powder, you need to turn on the extra rinse function.
If there is time for washing, then panties are processed separately from other things. They do this for hygienic reasons. Rules to follow:
- wash children's underwear separately from adults;
- do not load things of different colors into the machine;
- You can wash bras, panties, tights, socks and undershirts together (read about washing socks and panties together here).
Things need to be sorted not only by color, but also by type of fabric. Cotton panties can withstand high water temperatures, which are destructive for delicate lace underwear.
Regular and proper washing of bed linen is the key to hygiene and sound sleep. Arm yourself with a few tips to ensure your bedding set endures the most delicate conditions.
- Wash colored clothes separately from other items, otherwise they will fade.
- Washing baby bedding should also be done separately from everything else, otherwise the baby may experience skin irritation.
- Do not overload the drum: this may not only damage the washing machine, but also damage things. This is especially true for products made from thin natural fabrics.
- Before loading into the drum, turn the bed linen inside out.
- To ensure that your laundry is stain-free and looks fresh, leave some free space in the washing machine drum.
- Calico, linen, percale, ranfors, satin and poplin can be washed in any mode, but it is better to choose a “delicate wash”.
- Fabrics made of bamboo, colored chintz, cambric, polyester should be washed only on the “delicate wash” mode.
- Cotton – “clap” mode.
- Linen - “linen” mode.
- Silk - “silk” mode. But some types of silk require dry cleaning, so before putting your bed linen in the drum, carefully study the instructions on the label.
Removing stains
Stains on underwear are not a rare occurrence. They spoil the entire appearance and look untidy. In addition, they are difficult to wash. To cope with the task, you need to know how to solve the issue in each specific case.
Urine
Fresh urine stains can be washed off well even with ordinary laundry soap. Even more effective is Antipyatin or “Eared Nanny” soap.
For this:
- Linen is soaked in warm water.
- Soap up stains.
- Leave to lie in the water. If the fabric allows, then for the whole night.
- Wash in warm water.
- Rinse.
For white linen, it is possible to use soap with a bleaching effect.
Another way is to use citric acid . Take 1 tsp. and dissolve in 200 ml of water. This solution is applied to the area of contamination and left for 30-60 minutes. After this, rinse and wash.
Blood
A fresh blood stain should be washed off with water immediately. Only cold water is used for this.
You can use hydrogen peroxide for stains. But it should be borne in mind that this substance can discolor fabrics, so exposure should not be prolonged.
If blood stains have dried, it will be more difficult to remove them . First, the laundry is soaked in cold water. After this, wash the items with laundry soap and leave them to sit for several hours. For old stains, it is recommended to use Antipyatin soap.
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Feces
remove traces of feces on things if you soak them in warm water:
- The item is rinsed in warm water.
- Problem areas are soaped.
- Set aside the soaked items for at least half an hour.
- Extend.
- Rinse.
Coffee
For those who do not refuse “coffee in bed,” this advice may be relevant on how to remove stains from the noble drink on linen.
For this you will need:
- water (50 ml.);
- ammonia (1 tsp);
- glycerin (1 tbsp.).
Stain removal procedure:
- Combine all ingredients in the prepared container.
- Mix well.
- Using a cotton swab, apply the resulting product to the stain.
- Hold for 5-10 minutes.
- Rinse the laundry.
- Wash as usual.
Selecting a Cleaning Product
A quality detergent largely determines the result. Simple soap may not cope with stains, and cheap powder will eat deep into the fibers and cause skin irritation. For any type of washing, it is better to choose liquid gel. In the manual method, the required amount of product is simply dissolved in water.
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For machine washing, it is poured into a container and placed directly into the drum. The same method is used to wash things with capsules. New models of machines allow you to pour gels into the powder compartment (usually you need to install a removable partition for this - otherwise the product will leak out before the wash starts).
If powder is used, then it must be thoroughly stirred in a basin until completely dissolved. After washing, the laundry is thoroughly rinsed.
Miss Clean magazine warns that simple methods won't work for every stain. Some stains require soaking. For example, it is better to wash blood in cold water with laundry soap; in hot water, the stain will set on the fabric, and the use of bleach will be required. Complex stains include traces of coffee, fruit and berry juices, and wine. They are soaked in stain remover.
Color: return and save!
If worn for a long time or improperly washed, the linen may lose its original color. To prevent this, you must:
Sort all items by color before washing.- Use a suitable detergent suitable for white, black or colored items.
- Hang things out of the sun to dry.
- During the drying process, avoid contact of clothes of different colors, since even damp clothes can stain each other if they are pressed together on the line.
- Do not dry things on heating appliances - streaks and stains may appear.
- Remove stains as soon as they appear, without allowing them to become old.
But even if all the rules and conditions are observed, dark underwear may lose its brightness over time, and white underwear may turn gray and yellow. If bright linen has lost its richness of colors over time, it is no longer possible to return them.
How to wash white laundry from grayness at home? One of the simple recipes for making things snowy white is to use baking soda and salt.
When processing manually you must:
- pour 5 liters into a basin. water;
- dilute the detergent;
- add 2 tbsp. l. salt;
- add 3 tbsp. l. soda;
- soak white linen for 20 minutes;
- wash;
- rinse.
Another way to return the snow-white shade:
- Pour 3 liters. water in the basin.
- Add 6 tbsp. l. hydrogen peroxide.
- Soak the laundry for 20 minutes.
- Rinse.
Rules for washing lace
Taking into account all the features of such a fabric as lace, we were able to identify a number of rules that must be followed when washing products made from it.
Compliance with them will prevent fabric damage, loss of shape and color. Here are the main ones: 1. In order for lace items to be washed better, before washing they should be left for a while in warm water with the addition of washing soda (at the rate of 1 tablespoon of soda per bucket of water). Soaking should last 2-3 hours. During this time, you should change the water in which the item is soaked several times.
2. Then the lace products are washed in a soapy solution. However, it is strictly forbidden to rub them to avoid damage to the fabric and loss of shape. You can only slightly crush the thing in your hands.
3. After the product is washed, it should be rinsed thoroughly. Lace fabric requires at least 2-3 rinses in warm water and then in cold water.
4. To prevent lace products from losing their snow-white color, they are treated with a special solution of hydrogen peroxide and water before starching. To do this, 10 liters of water are heated to a temperature of 60º, after which 1 glass of hydrogen peroxide is added to it. But you should be careful with this method of bleaching, since a little overdosing with peroxide can ruin the product.
5. If you are the owner of thin lace underwear or lace with antique embroidery, you should approach the process of washing them with the utmost seriousness. Such items are often washed in special containers or pillowcases. This safety measure will keep your products safe and sound.
6. Napkins and tablecloths made of lace are best sewn with large stitches to white fabric and then washed. This will prevent the product from losing its shape.
7. Removing stains from lace fabric is a painstaking and complex process. But oddly enough, in this situation you shouldn’t immediately run for expensive chemical detergents. Regular laundry soap works best here. Stains from such fabrics are usually removed by drying. You just need to rub the stain with a little soap and then rinse with warm water.
8. Of all the variety of lace fabrics, only those made of cotton can be boiled.
Why do we need a bag?
Bags for washing underwear are practical and useful devices.
Their use will allow:
- Preserve the underwear itself without damage or stretching.
- Avoid accidental loss of small parts (beads, hooks, etc.) that are a functional or decorative part of women's underwear.
- Prevent damage to the washing machine from laundry items.
The bags are different:
- design;
- material;
- size of cells;
- presence/absence of stiffeners;
- closing system.
For washing bras, models that hold their shape (have stiffening ribs) and are compact in size are better suited - this will prevent the underwear from dangling and stretching in the drum.
The mesh bag should be:
- quality;
- neatly made;
- have a convenient size;
- have a zipper lock.
If the machine is supposed to wash several items of laundry at once, then there should also be several bags. You can purchase such devices on the Internet, as well as in stores that specialize in selling household goods and household chemicals.
It is advisable to choose a small mesh size . This makes it more reliable.
Processing in a washing machine
If you don't have time to hand wash your underwear, you can put them in the washing machine.
Products made from cotton and other dense fabrics will withstand this treatment without any problems. Silk and lace panties can be washed in a machine only in a protective cover, or by hand.
In what mode, at what temperature?
You need to choose a program depending on the type of fabric.
Basic recommendations:
- Durable cotton items are washed intensively. The water temperature can be increased to 90 degrees if you need to disinfect the fabric or remove serious dirt from it. Spin is allowed.
- Lace and silk underwear are washed at low temperatures. It should not exceed 30 degrees. You can set the “silk” or “delicate wash” program. The spin is turned off or the speed is reduced to a minimum.
- For synthetic and combined fabrics, the program is set manually. Parameters to be set: water temperature up to 60 degrees, spin speed up to 800 rpm.
- For heavily soiled items, select the “wash with soak” program.
Washing in hot water and spinning at high speed may cause the fabric to shrink. Therefore, it is better to stick to averages.
Selecting a detergent
Underwear should be washed with delicate detergents. It is better to use gel or liquid concentrate .
It is not recommended to use powders containing aggressive components. They can cause skin irritation and cause rashes and itching.
There are specialized products on sale that are suitable for caring for underwear:
- Dr. Beckmann for underwear . Price – 289 rubles. This powder contains oxygen bleach.
- KMSR Liquid detergent for washing underwear with silver . The gel from the Korean manufacturer is suitable for both machine and hand washing. Its main advantage is its antibacterial effect. The cost of the composition is 770 rubles.
- Heitmann for women's underwear . The cost of the powder is 330 rubles per 200 g.
These formulations are sold in hardware stores and online. You can also use any regular liquid detergent you have in the house. The main thing is that it does not contain alkalis and chlorine.
If panties are washed at low temperatures with classic powder, you need to turn on the extra rinse function.
What is possible and what is not?
If there is time for washing, then panties are processed separately from other things. They do this for hygienic reasons. Rules to follow:
- wash children's underwear separately from adults;
- do not load things of different colors into the machine;
- You can wash bras, panties, tights, socks and undershirts together (read about washing socks and panties together here).
Things need to be sorted not only by color, but also by type of fabric. Cotton panties can withstand high water temperatures, which are destructive for delicate lace underwear.
How to properly wash a bra?
Some of the most difficult to care for are products with compacted cups, as well as those with a complex cut and shape. First of all, such things include a bra.
If not properly cared for, it can easily be damaged. The issue is resolved by careful hand washing.
For some things, machine processing is also possible, but taking into account all the requirements:
- the presence of a special bag for washing clothes;
- setting a delicate mode;
- temperature control, etc.
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What mode should I use to wash in an automatic machine?
The easiest way to wash clothes is in a machine, but you should be as careful as possible. This is especially true for bras: their hooks can cling to fabric and other products. To prevent this from happening, the hooks should be fastened. Even better is to purchase a special laundry bag. Your laundry will be safe in it. The mesh of the bag will allow water and powder to pass through, the item stretches well, so there is nothing to worry about.
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Another problem is panties getting tangled around other things. This happens when spinning at high speeds. If your machine has a spin speed control function, use it.
It is best to wash clothes on a delicate cycle depending on the type of fabric. Durable white cotton socks can handle temperatures up to 90 degrees. Bleach is used, but only for strong materials. For example, such a product can corrode synthetic panties.
How to dry?
It is advisable to dry any laundry in natural conditions. And away from heating devices. Hang it straightened, avoiding contact with other things. How you hang your laundry depends on the type of laundry.
The bras are thrown over the rope in the middle. And they try not to use clothespins. The panties are secured with clothespins on a rope at the top edge.
It is recommended to dry silk linen in a horizontal position. Knitted too. Automatic drying is not used for underwear.
Consider the type of fabric
It is advisable to clean silk sets by hand. The procedure should be carried out in warm water; if the temperature is too low or high, the fabric will certainly wrinkle. Silk bodices and panties should not be strongly squeezed or twisted; the underwear may lose shape and tear. Pre-soaked silk items should be rubbed in the dirty area with gentle movements, rinsed several times, lightly squeezed and dried.
Cotton sets withstand automatic washing well, as they are not prone to deformation and fading. It is worth remembering at what temperature to wash cotton. It is better to read this information on the product tag. Typically, white panties can be cleaned in water heated up to 90°C; with colored panties you should be careful and do not wash them at temperatures higher than 60°C.
Synthetics do not like hot water, chlorine-containing cleaning compounds and strong mechanical stress. For synthetic sets, hand washing is the best solution, but cleaning in a washing machine on a delicate cycle or the “Synthetic” program is also acceptable. It is not advisable to wring out laundry.
Do I need to iron?
Most women's underwear models do not require ironing. The ban on ironing is often indicated by the manufacturer himself .
Silk, synthetics, lace are very sensitive to heat. Such materials can be easily damaged, especially if they come into direct contact with the soleplate of the iron. In addition, you should not iron your shapewear.
Most cotton and linen items can be ironed on the front side at a low temperature . Places with embroidery - from the inside out. But it should be borne in mind that such treatment reduces the service life of the laundry and can lead to discoloration of the fabrics.
Synthetic items should be ironed through an additional cloth that is slightly moistened. The heating of the iron should not be too strong - up to 120°C.
How to wash panties in a washing machine
Using a washing machine saves time and effort, allowing you to achieve results.
The procedure is performed in the standard manner:
- After sorting, the laundry is loaded into the drum.
- The product is poured or poured into the main tray. For liquid, the calculation is 1 measuring cap (100 ml) per session, for bulk - 1 tablespoon per 1 kg of things or using a measuring spatula in divisions. If a capsule is used, 1 piece is immersed in the drum. for one session.
- The mode is set.
- Washing is in progress.
- Things are hung out to dry.
You cannot place fabric items with different properties into the machine at the same time.
Which mode is better to wash?
The mode for processing panties is “delicate”. It meets the following parameters:
- spin at minimum speed or without spin;
- low temperature up to 40 °C, except for cotton linen;
- turn on the super rinse function;
- the use of liquid powders or capsules is preferable; they are better washed out of the fabric.
If you place your panties in a special laundry bag, they will last longer.
How to choose a detergent
You can wash with regular powder, but it is better to choose according to the following parameters:
- Liquid products or capsules. They are easier to wash out of the fabric and do not linger in it. Popular and affordable ones include Kao Attack Bio EX, Burti Color, Frosch;
- The composition does not contain aggressive components that cause irritation and allergies: phosphates, parabens, silicones.
- Hypoallergenic - usually indicated on the packaging.
When using powders, it is better to rinse the laundry additionally after washing.
Aggressive substances cause irritation on the body, to avoid which it is better to choose products for washing children's clothes: Eared Nannies, Tobbi Kids, Meine Liebe, Garden Kids. If skin sensitivity is not increased, use regular powders with rinsing Tide, Persil, Ariel.
What can you wash panties with?
The problem arises when loading things into the car. It is important to follow several recommendations:
- children are treated separately from adults;
- divide by color, fabric;
- Do not put panties together with jeans, trousers, or outerwear.
Panties can be washed together with T-shirts, bras, and tights. Housewives often load them along with bed linen. The approach is justified for cotton items and individual bedding sets.
Recommendations
The following tips will help you cope with washing clothes without problems
- New items should always be washed before wearing for the first time.
- It is better to wash worn linen immediately without accumulating them. This makes it easier to wash off.
- If possible, it is better to wash your underwear by hand rather than in a machine. This will extend the life of things.
- The frequency of washing clothes is determined by the intensity of wear and type. For a bra, it is advisable to wash it after two wearings, for panties, socks, tights - daily, for nightgowns - 2 times a week, for T-shirts - every other day.
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