Health Walker Exercise Machine

Health Walker Exercise Machine

by JaneMarie Torgerson
(Bismarck, ND)

Can anyone tell me how I can order one of these machines? I'm not having any luck finding one on the internet.

I had one of these for over 10 years and it finally wore out. I lost my paperwork on the machine when we moved so I do not have the name or number for the company to order another one.

Please help! Thanks for any leads you can provide.

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Parts NEW
by: AR

Hi there
I need to get the card inside the machanism box in order to follow my exercises.
Can you please tell me where can I buy of fix this problem?

aanrocha@telkomsa.net

parts NEW
by: Adalberto Rocha

I have a Health Walker for about 7 years.

However I have a problem with eletronic machanism
not reading - I found the card is broken. Can you please tell me where or who can I contact to get another one?

It helps a lot for us to see all details of our exercise. Thanks a lot

email : aanrocha@telkomsa.net

XS Logic System NEW
by: Anita

Hi I just got a xs logic System walker and I replaced the batteries and monitor comes up but what do I do with the white cord with the black tip (on Leg) I am sure it is suppose to plug in somewhere. Can't anyone enlighten me on where. Thanks email me at amolamphy@yahoo.com

Pedal for Health Walker Plus NEW
by: Anonymous

I too had a problem replacing the foot pedal that was lost in a move and now learning that the company is out of business! So, I made my own using the one foot pedal I had as a pattern. I would post the picture but it doesn't give me that option. Using the one foot pad I had, I got two pieces of wood cut to size (Home depot was a great help as I wouldn't have been able to do it on my own! (they actually cut it from their scrap wood) I then measured where each clamp should be placed (using the foot pedal I had as guide) and nailed four Sioux Chief 3/4 in. Half Talon Clamps to the bottom of each of the wood pieces measured to where they need to be to connect (two on the top, two on the bottom of each wood piece). They fit snug but clamped easily and stays put. The foot pedals I made are great! Seem to be better quality then the actual plastic/rubber ones that came with the Health Walker Plus.

foot pads NEW
by: Ellen

I too had a problem replacing the foot pad that was lost in a move and now learning that the company is out of business! So, I made my own using the one foot pad I had as a pattern. I would post the picture but it doesn't give me that option. Using the one foot pad I had, I got two pieces of wood cut to size (Home depot was a great help as I wouldn't have been able to do it on my own! (they actually cut it from their scrap wood) I then measured where each clamp should be placed (using the foot pad I had as guide) and nailed four Sioux Chief 3/4 in. Half Talon Clamps to the bottom of each of the wood pieces measured to where they need to be to connect (two on the top, two on the bottom of each wood piece). They fit snug but clamped easily and stays put. The foot pads I made are great! Seem to be better quality then the actual plastic/rubber ones that came with the Health Walker.

Health Walker Plus for sale as is Cape Town NEW
by: Niki

contact me: katnik1976@yahoo.com

Batteries for XS2000 Health Walker Plus
by: Melody

I have just purchased a used Health Walker Plus XS2000. It takes 2 small #357 batteries. They are like watch batteries, but a little bigger. I didn't have any trouble replacing them.
melw33@yahoo.com

replacement pedal
by: Anonymous

need a replacement pedal for my healthwalker t2500n right pedal needed 800#'s are no longer in service anyone know where to buy replacement petals.....

phone #
by: Anonymous

I found a number on our T2500 Model Health Walker (800-637-8334). I haven't tried it yet. The right foot pedal broke and I will try to call them Monday to see if I can get another one.

HEALTH WALKER PLUS T2200
by: Rhonda

Sale, brand new in original box, never open box still I tact
Email rhndwsh@aol.com

Health Walker Plus T2200
by: Rhonda

For sell still I. Original box, never opened
Interested party email me what you willing to pay for it

Contact. Rhndwsh@aol.com

Live in New York, NY

Health Walker plus T2200
by: Rhonds

I have one for sale. Still in original box, never open
Brand new.

Email rhndesh@aol.com

Replacement parts Health Walker
by: Vinita

HI There, is there maybe someone that can help me with a company name that will have replacement parts for the health walker. Someone sold me a health walker only to find that the mechanism to change the tension is broken. If anyone can help please email me at vinita.fourie@gmail.com

Thanks
Vinita

health walker
by: Zainab

Hi I am looking for two pedals for my health walker, i am from Cape Town South Africa, please email: zainab@gerdweideman.co.za

Healthwalker
by: Anonymous

Can anyone please mail me the manual for the healthwalker? Where can I get the thrust bearings? My email is taniasteen@gmail.com

Health Walker Plus
by: Erna

Hi Guys, Does anyone have an idea where I can find ball bearings for this Health Walker Plus in South Africa? Please mail me the info: ernam@webmail.co.za

Value of excercise
by: Annmarg44@Yahoo.com

Does anyone have information on the value of the health walker time intervals to use or results? Also appreciate the instructions for how to replace the batteries the computer section may have died or its the batteries.
Mine has been in the garage for about 10 years

Health Walker for sale
by: MRL

I have a Health Walker for sale in Ssn Diego, Ca. Local pickup only. If interested, contact me at mrl859@msn.com.

Health Walker for sale
by: Anonymous

I have a Health Walker for sale in San Diego, Ca. Local pick up only. Please contact me at mrl859@msn.com if interested.

NEED HEALTH WALKER OR LEFT PEDAL, AT LEAST
by: Bruce

dated 6-10-11

to Jody in Costa Mesa-
I have a healthwalker plus that is starting to fall apart. i live in the san fernando valley, and if you still have yours available for free or a small cost, please let me know. (i don't know from your post how long ago you left this message). thanks, bruce

Need Manaul for Health Walker XS2000
by: Jim

I have the Health Walker XS2000, Logic System. Air Walker, Exercise Machine. Does anyone have the manual or copy of the manual that you might email to me.

It is much appreciated. My email address is: choicedirect@comcast.net .

Thanks again,
Jim
Spokane, WA

please as enyone got the part on the handel ?
by: Lorraine

Hi i have got an health walker elight it was stuck in my garage for a few year.. i have had it about 8 years and decided to get it out and put it in my spare room..iim trying to lose waite can anyone give me any feed back about how effective they are for losing waite off tummy'legs and bottom's ? as although i have had mine a long time it's been stored in garage more then used.... also as anyone got the computer calorie counter bit for sale mine is perfect but this bit is missing off it thanks

Parts
by: Dries

Hi

Can anyone please help me, looking for the thrust bearings on the Health Walker. I am from South Africa

I have one
by: Jim

Hi everyone,

I stumbled on this site and am actually selling a Health Walker Elite. If interested email me at jim@papasloft.com with your offer.

Lauren in need of a health walker :)
by: Lauren

My email is : laurswea1118@yahoo.com
Please email me if you have a Health Walker Exercise machine for sale. I used to have one about 8 years ago and got rid of it cause we were moving. Now I wish I never got rid of it :(. Thanks so much !!

FREE Health Walker!
by: Jody

My room-mate left a used Health Walker on my patio when she moved out. The computer part doesn't work & she said it only needed a battery, but other than that, it works great! The price is FREE! I'm moving & it needs to go. Please contact me if interested - I live in Costa Mesa, CA. Thank you.

health walker parts available
by: Anonymous

Hi All. Just happened across this website. We supply pedals for this unit at www.infiniti.com.au

Had My Two Pedals Repaired
by: Anonymous

Like many of you who have posted on this site, the right pedal of my T2500 Health Walker started bending under pressure. Before it actually broke off, I decided to see if someone in a Welding Shop would be able to help me solve the problem. The person I spoke with suggested placing a quarter inch aluminum insert which could be cut out and screwed to the top of each pedal. After taking his advise it is able to hold my weight and seems to be working like new again. Hope this helps anyone else with the problem. If anyone would like to see a picture of it please leave a message on this site along with your e-mail address and I will forward it to you.
Have a good day!

ANN
by: Wendie

Ann, If you don't sell it on Craigslist, I am in need of the computer on the handle bar. Mine pooped out!!! Please let me know. 909-946-5247

Bought used health walker 03/18/2011
by: Bonnie

Thanks to all who replied to my e-mail. I located and bought a used health walker. I also located a new air walker that is very similar to the health walker. It is called a Air Walker Trainer by Sunny Health and Finess at csnstores.com and FitnessLyceum.com

Need Left Foot Paddle
by: Anonymous

I am in search of a left foot paddle. I found an article which stated the company filed Chapter 7. Both number listed will direct you to a sex line. I tried to glue it with a glue for plastic it did not when I put my weight on it. I read somewhere the paddle was rubber maybe i will try some type of rubber glue. I will keep you all posted and keep me posted if you find anything. green-betty@sbcglobal.net

New or Used Health Walker for sale
by: Bonnie

Does anyone still have a health walker exercise machine for sale? If so, please send me an e-mail at bcherub@cableone.net with your asking price and contact information.

electronic unit
by: Patti

I am in Cape Town South Africa, looking where i can purchase the elctronic unit at the top of my health walker i still have the unit, but the wires broke off, i am also looking for a manual patti@bigbox.co.za

foot pedals
by: butch

need both foot pedals lleoce@hvc.rr.com

Battery type?
by: TES

Can anyone tell me what type of battery the display on the Health Walker XS2000 uses?

Health Walker Machine
by: Lisa/ Rochester NY

i just bought mine used actually from an ad- and the people live - right down the street from me, now if this is correct - this machine works out your bottom half mostly, good for legs, thighs and butt. I hope it helps, i was recently injured back in September 2010- and just able now to walk without limping - so hopefully do you think if i do this daily- about 15 minutes - which is about 1500 strides - i will shape up and drop weight?? thanks for reading.

Battery Type
by: Anonymous

Can you tell me what type of battery the Health Walker XS2000 Logic System takes to run the display?

Thank You!

For Sale- in Ohio
by: Anonymous

2/15/2011. I am in Ohio and have a good condition, all pedals attached and working Health Walker Plus for sale. If interested please contact me at brooklyngee05@gmail.com

Still Looking for a Health Walker
by: JaneMarie Torgerson

I started this posting and just wanted anyone in the Bismarck ND area, or in the nearby area, to contact me if you have one of these machines for sale. Please email me at jmtorgerson@live.com. I would be willing to travel to pick up one of these machines as lone as it is in good condition. I have tried to contact the manufacturer of this machine but the phone number listed is for a sleazy phone sex company.

Mr
by: Logan

Can anyone assist me with contact details of people that deal with health walker parts in South Africa.

Also if any of you have the manual,can this be emailed to me at loganpillay@durban.gov.za

Health Walker Address
by: Anonymous

I've had my Health Walker since 1997, and I still use it every day. The address on the manual is as follows:

CSA, Inc., 14 Norfolk Avenue
South Easton MA 02375

Good luck

Health Walker for sale
by: Doreen

I have a hardly used Health Walker exercise machine. I want to sell it and get an elliptical trainer machine instead. I live in Southern Ontario, Canada.
E-mail me at hildor4@gmail.com

T200
by: Van

Can anyone help me PLEASE!!
I have a T2200 and am looking for a knob to hold the foot petal on. The 800 # on the machine is disconnected and I can't find anything on the internet. Does anyone have a site or # where I can call? Please contact me @ vandella27@yahoo.com
THANK YOU!!!!!

Helath Walker T2200
by: Anonymous

I see all the questions that I need answers to, but NO answers. I need to order a knob to hold the foot petal on. The 800 # on the machine is disconnected. Can anyone help me find out where to order parts or a phone # that works. Please e-mail me @ vandella27@yohoo.com
THANK YOU!!!

Health Walker
by: Anonymous

I have one that has only been used a few times.If interested please call me at 413-949-0743

Health Walker for sale
by: Anonymous

I have one for sale in Southern California, Please email me at mrl859@msn.com, if interested.

T2200
by: Feizan

Hi,
I am looking for T2200 part.
Can you please email me with more details about the part with the cost and shipping to Toronto, Canada.
Thanks
Feizan

Health Walker
by: Anonymous

I have a Health Walker Style T2200, hardly used, with owner's manual.
I am in Queensland Australia and would like to sell it.
Contact details:syllybb123@gmail.com

batteries
by: Anonymous

I just want to say thank you i received info on battery type from a reader of your comments collume. I thank you very much.

Health Walker T2000
by: Theresa

I have a copy of the manual on my computer if anyone needs one.

You can email me at toneill@qualityts.com

Need Manual:
by: Anonymous

Anyone have a manual for CSA Health Walker? I have the T2500 but any manual for the CSA Health Walkers would be better than none! If anyone has a manual, can you please email me at:

bdrick@gmail.com

Thanks for any help anyone can provide!
Richard

12-4-10
by: Anonymous

Has anyone figured out how to fix the pedals? Obviously we cannot buy them,, but maybe they can be fixed?? Thanks!

Healthwalker footpeddles
by: Sal

Thanks for your help.

I need one or two footpeddles for the Healthwalker exercise machine.

I appreciate any help in locating a parts source.

Contact me at salazzina@aol.com

Thanks again for your help.

Sal

batteries
by: Anonymous

I purchased a used Health Walker Model T2000 it was missing batteries. Can any one tell me the correct battery part no. this machine has places for two batteries. Phone no. on mach. 1-800-637-8334 is not a valid no. Please reply to Pappy_ed @ comcast.net THANK YOU.

Health Walker For Sale
by: Karen

Hi KSR, Please write private.account@sbcglobal.net if you are interested in my Health Rider. You will see my note several messages down.

HealthWalker for sale-SE Wis?
by: KSR

I am have been trying to locate a seller for any of the HealthWalker Plus exercise glider machines. Are they no longer manufactured? Does anyone have one for sale? Interested!

Health Walker
by: Anonymous

I have a Health Walker that is hardly used. . . has digital time, calorie burn info etc.sell for $75.00 Cost over $225.

health walker T2000 battery
by: Anonymous

please e-mail me on what kind of battey I need.Thank you.saternis@netzero.net

need a battery for my health walker T2000
by: Anonymous

Can anyone tell me which batteries are used on this machine, I lost the ones that died, and didn't write down the number on them.

email me at tholmes5@shaw.ca

HELP
by: Craig

Message dd 10/22/10. I've had my Health Walker Plus T2200 for 10 years, the left peddle just broke. Phone #'s on sticker are out of service. Wish someone knew where to buy parts. Let me know at milnershousehold@netzero.com.

Foot pedals
by: Blondie

If anyone figures a clever way to repair the foot pedals themselves please re-post and keep me updated... I am still trying and will keep you posted with my progress.. If any.. Wis me luck..

Have HealthWalker for Sale
by: Karen

10/16/2010. I promised to free up space and my Health Walker is now available. Will take paypal and can ship, or you can pick up in SF Bay area. If interested, please email private.account@sbcglobal.net for details.

need a left pedal
by: tb

someone can sell me a left pedal for my machine it is a walker T2500 ,or u have any ideea where i can find one ,please
my email is tibiprodan@yahoo.com
thank u

Need a left pedal
by: Denise

I need to replace the left pedal of my health walker. If you can help please contact me at dd.design@axxess.co.za

i like the heath walker
by: jerry

me and my wife love it . but I need some part for mt 2000 alt . navydad32@hotmail.com

Health Walker Plus
by: Maria

HiI just obtained a Health Walker Plus machine. Please can you advise where I can get a manual or directions on how to do the exercises? I live in South Africa and would be most grateful. You can email me on simoes.joe@gmail.com

For sale
by: Anonymous

I have a Healthwalker T2200 for sale. Excellent condition! mrl859@msn.com

I need a manual
by: Anonymous

I also need a manual for the Health Walker. Any work outs would be great also. Email stellaflo@hotmail.com

Health Walker Plus Manual
by: Duppie

I am looking for a Health Walker Plus manual. My e-mail = duppied@xsinet.co.za. Thank you

Calorie Counter
by: Anonymous

I have the Health Walker Plus and my calorie/timer stopped working and I cant find anyone who knows where I can replace it or buy a new one. Help!!! I love this machine!
walnutsue@yahoo.com
The numbers on the right leg are no longer connected to the Health Walker Plus :(

Need a peddle
by: Cynthia and Bruce

Need the right peddle, does anyone know where to get it.

health walker
by: Anonymous

i have a healthe walker and are wanting to sell......sjvoges@gmail.com

I am based in cape town

Healthwalker
by: Anonymous

I have one to sell, actually. :-)

CSA Health Walker T2500
by: Anonymous

I'm looking to buy the foot pedals for the Health Walker. I've had for 13 years and the left pedal just loosened up and does not snap. I tried to tape it but that does not work. Anyone getting rid of their walker please let me know if you can't sell it if I can just buy the pedals.

Thanks

Health Walker
by: Frankie Lee

I have a CSA Health Walker T2500 and the pedal just caved in last night. I've taped it but would like to get a new one. If I am on the machine, it is the left pedal. I've tried to call but it is some hot line and I cannot find them on line. Can anyone help me?

Thanks

urgent
by: filiz

I need the left foot pedal for my health walker anyone knows how to get the spare parts please e-mail me at ycelik@e-kolay.net

Thank You!
by: charmaue

Thank you, Joan. I now have the pedals I so desperately wanted (needed)!

Installation of Battery/Batteries
by: Anonymous

I just purchased a Health Walker Plus Model T2000
Code ATT at a garage sale. They told me it needed at new battery and gave me the brand and size to buy which I did. They also told me how to open the electronics area, but I have no clue how to install the battery or where. Please email me a copy of the instructions for replacing a battery at kidpatrol2002@yahoo.com.

Many thanks from Nebraska

I need a tension knob from the foot glider
by: Nancy

Anyone know where I can find a tension knob for the foot glider arm and also the bearing and washer to go with it.

Health Walker T2000 Foot Pedals
by: Cindy

4-22-10 Since there are no dates in the strings, I didn't know if anyone still had these pedals. If so, please contact me at Cmulroy@embarqmail.com I would like to purchase one set of (2) pedals. The 800 # is no longer in service.

Thank you!

T2000N
by: Anonymous

I have two peddles and the manual for the T2000N for anyone willing to pay for the shipping. My email address is joan1010@sbcglobal.net.

Broken Peddle T2000
by: Carol

The left side peddle broke on my T2000. The phone numbers are useless. There has to be someone that knows where to get the parts for this. Maybe they are interchangeable with other machines. I don't know. It is very frustrating.

manual
by: char

I need the manual for Pulse Strider 2800 made my GE.

Can anyone email the manual or tell me where to download it.

Thanks in advance for your help.

poppy374@windstream.net

servicenumbers
by: Daan

Hi there,
I have the Healthwalker plus, model T2200, code APC. On the right leg is a informationsticker with 3 phonenumbers:
US 1-800-637-8334
Canada 1-800-268-0587
UK 0645-43833

Succes all,

regards,

Daan van Os-Holland

Health Walker for sale?
by: Anonymous

I just wrote a request for anyone with a Health Walker they want to sell to get in touch with me, but forgot to leave my email address. Here it is: joan1010@sbcglobal.net.

Want to buy the Health Walker
by: Anonymous

If you have a health walker you want to sell, please contact me. Or if you know where I can buy a new one, please let me know. The only place I can locate them for sale is Australia unfortunately they don't deliver to the US.

foot pedal
by: Anonymous

i am also looking for a left foot pedal.. does anyone know where to get one

manual
by: Tim

Can you email me the manual as well? Thank you much... tphughes@hotmail.com

I need a manual
by: Stella

I purchased a health walker and I need a manual. Do you know of any workout video's for this machine? Any help well be wonderful.

INFORMATION LABEL
by: Anonymous

I HAVE AN INFORMATION NUMBER DOWN AT THE BOTTOM OF MY WALKER 1 880 637 8334 also for Canada.
I"m trying to find the part that tells you how many strides you have went. it bit the dust had no trouble with the peddal breaking.

Need Manual Health Walker Plus T2200
by: Ruella

Could you email me a manual PLEASE!My email is ruellahurlbut@tampabay.rr.com

Need Manual Health Walker Plus T2200
by: Ruella

Could you email me a manual PLEASE!

HealthWalker Manual
by: Charmaue

Pete, would you email me a copy of the manual, too? charmaue@insightbb.com Thanks bunches!

manual
by: Sally

Pete,
Could you please send a copy of the manual as an attachment to my e-mail address (SAMASON919@HOTMAIL.COM), too? Thanks.

Electronics on Health Walker
by: Joan

I figured out how the electronics meter comes off. Maybe for us who still have unbroken foot pedals, we should reinforce them before they break. I plan to.

Electronics on Health Walker
by: Joan

Can anyone please tell me how to remove the electronics part at the top of the handle? I need to replace the batteries. Thankx

LEFT FOOT STAND FOR MAX4
by: itpoku

I have a Healthwalker Plus Max4 which I love but the foot stand on the left side broke in halve.
Where can I find a replacement part. I have been thinking to have a carpenter just carve something out to replace the two foot stands or whatever they call those. H E L P !!!!!!!!!!!

4 sale
by: Anonymous

we are moving and selling all our exercise equipment one item is the health walker i will either sell the whole unit or parts off the unit if interested. excellent condition

phone (585-872-6594)

book
by: Janis

pete, how do i get a copy of the book on the walker t2200?

needing foot pedals
by: Norman in Texas

Does anybody out there know anything about the Health Walker? Everybody is asking the same questions and there are no answers. Do they still make this machine, where can you get parts, etc? This is an excellent machine but the foot pedals have always been a problem in that they break in the middle which renders this machine worthless. Can anybody help?

I need A help to fix my best exercise machine
by: soso

I’ve got the old style of CSA HEALTH WALKER MODEL T2200 over 10 years and I lost one of the foot pedals the left one, where may I purchase one in Kuwait?

Electronis of Health Walker
by: Health walker

Anyone have one of these machines they can't use I would buy the electronis off of you. Mine works fine but the electronis doesn't work because the probe down on the leg that picks up on the movement has broke so all I have is the monitor that can't read anything cause the sensor is broken. Please help me out e-mail is denniskristy@live.com

GOLDIN
by: Ann

Does any one have a Health Walker Exercise Machine T000N, this is a great machine, anyone willing to sell their's.
You can email me at ann.barski@sbcglobal.net

thank you.

foot pedals
by: Norman

I need both foot pedals for a health walker I bought at Service Merchandise which no longer carry this product. It is a trademarked "Health Walker" and shows an Australian phone number when doing web search.

Paperwork for Health Walker
by: Pete

Clara,
I have the booklet that came with my machine.
email your details and I will copy it or scan it and fax to you.
pete

Pedals for Health Walker
by: Pete

Ann,
I would be interested in the pedals if you don't sell your machine on craigslist.
warecrest@msn.com

Pamphet
by: Clara

Ann,

Do you happen to have the pamphet for your machine? I would be willing to pay to have it copied and forwarded to me.

Thanks,

Clara

Health Walker Plus
by: Anonymous

I recently purchased a Model T2000 at a yard sale. I would like to locate an instruction book.

health walker
by: ann

i have a health walker i just listed for sale on craigs list. if it doesn't sell - i would be willing to sell the pedals and other parts seperately. let me know of anyone who may be interested in the pedals. i never had a problem with it. everything works fine.

foot pedal
by: thierry

I need a left foot pedal, (broked in the middle). where may I purchase one in south africa

Healthwalker T2500
by: Pete

What is the deal with the pedals on these things!. My wife bought one and the left pedal broke soon after. The comapny appears to be out of business, and now I have this expensiceve piece of equipment I can't use. It is almost brand new!
Any Ideas

I need a foot pedal, too!
by: Charmaue

If anyone know where to find a foot pedal, please post here! I love this machine, but the movers lost one of the pedals when we moved.

Health Walker Plus pedal broke
by: Anonymous

I also have the health walker plus and the left pedal broke in the middle. I tried calling the phone number on the sticker but it reverted me to a different number which ended up being some sex chat line. If anyone knows of anywhere where I can buy another pedal I would greatly appreciate !!

Health walker peddle
by: Marie

I just bought one a few months ago at a Goodwill. It was in excellent shape ( looked new ). I used it for a month and one of the foot peddles gave in and bent to the ground. This is the second one I have purchased at Goodwill. The first one I gave to my mother and it's not as new but the peddles work great. If you find any good news/information about the health walker, please let me know as I would like to purchase another peddle. I'm going to make an attempt to fix mine by using a flame lighter and melt some of the plastic to restore it back into shape. Wish me luck! hmmmmmmm maybe I can go into business and restore health walker peddles. Marie in WI

Need to buy a foot support - Model T2000
by: Anonymous

I lost/damage one foot support of my Health Walker Plus Model T2000.

I've been looking for CSA Inc. which is the sticker of the Machine - no luck so far. Pl's help locate a source for this part (either LH or RH & price) thanks a lot.

Health Walker Phone Number
by: Jeff Grace

My folks have one and I see an 800 number but no company name: 1-800-637-8334. They bought it at Sears...

rjgrace_at_mac_dot_com

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