Fixing prints

I normallly use fresh chemistry for each printing session. However, during the last one, I re-used a rapid fixer with hardener that I'd fixed only 3-4 prints with the day before. After "fixing" and running the new 3-4 prints through the customary 3 minutes in hypo-clearing solution, I tested the fixer condition and the hypo-checker turned very milky, indicating exhaustion. The evidence is that the prints were underfixed. The prints are hypo-cleared and thoroughly washed and I don't want to destroy them if they can be successfully rescued. What happens if the prints get re-fixed? Can it/should it be done and is there any advantage to this? If so, what would be the re-fixing/washing procedure? Help, anyone? Thanks. David

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