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Question posted by jimlucas9034 on July 5th, 2013

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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on July 5th, 2013 10:56 AM

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Quick Specs - Page 2

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Use and Care Manual - Page 1

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Use and Care Manual - Page 2

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Use and Care Manual - Page 12

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Use and Care Manual - Page 13

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