Evaporative Humidifier Stainless Steel 15 Gallon Review

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(More customer reviews)In my quest to replace the fake woodgrain 1970s-vintage Sears whole house humidifier that we've used for years, I first purchased an EssickAir (Bemis) TD6-710. The unit had all the looks, size, and features we wanted - a really slick machine. The only problem was that it was severely design-flawed.
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There is nothing on the market as sleek-looking as that unit. It's sad that it is so flawed. The hardware store was gracious to take it back used and unboxed, and they decided to return all 3 units they still had back to the manufacturer.

Wal-Mart had the Boston Innovative Products EH-01-342 for $109, so we picked one up. This unit doesn't have the electronic humidity meters, out-of-water indicator, or super-easy refill of the EssickAir, but it is solidly built and so far does not overflow the water basin like the EssickAir. There are 2 two-gallon containers in it for water. Each has a handle for ease of carrying. Getting them out involves removal of a pop-out screen in the back of the unit, so you don't have the convenience of frontfill. The 3-speed evaporator fan in typically noisy, even on the lowest setting. Cold air blows out the front of the unit, making placement of it in the room a concern of comfort. The unit is taller but narrower that those boxy larger units, making it a little less invasive. Time will tell how it fits into our home. I may update this in a few weeks with further experience.

2-1-07 Update
After using this machine for a little while, one thing I cannot understand. Why doesn't it have an out-of-water indicator? It seems crazy that you have to attune your ear to the mild grating noise that indicates a water refill is necessary. Why put the water pump through all that excessive wear? Another thing that can be annoying is the short cycle time. I don't know how the humidity sensor is set up, but the unit turns on for a few minutes, turns off for a few minutes, turns on for a few minutes... why not design a delay in the timing so that it wouldn't be so jarring with all this cycling? I'm thinking now that a 3-star rating is more appropriate, although it still beats most of the competition that I have tried.

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When you think of dryness, do you picture the arid, wind-whipped sands of the Sahara? Or the cracked, sun-baked earth of Death Valley? it might surprise you to know that there are places in this world that are twice as dry as those. One of the driest places on earth could be your home.The relative humidity of the Sahara Desert is 25%; Death Valley is 23%. In the winter months, the average heated home can have a relative humidity as low as 13% to 16%.This Boston Innovative Stainless Steel 15 Gallon Evaporative Humidifier generates moisture for added comfort, better health, preservation of home & home furnishings, and savings on your monthly energy bills. This unit features a highly efficient electrical rating of 0.48A, and runs on normal 120V, 60Hz AC (household current).

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Honeywell HCM6013 Cool Mist Air Humidifier Review

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(More customer reviews)We bought the Honeywell HCM-6013i cool mist humidifier to replace a GermGuardin humidifier that stopped working after 90 days of use. So far, this unit is performing quite well.

According to the specification in the owner's manual, this unit is capable of outputting 11 gallons per day (I'm assuming per 24 hours). Do not confuse this with the unit's water holding capacity. In two separate tanks, the humidifier holds about a total of 3.5 gallons of water. And you will not notice any humidifying mist as you might with other types of humidifier. This humidifier works by the same principle as a swamp cooler.

I usually have the fan speed on low and the humidity level set on auto at 35%. At these settings, I have to fill the water tanks every one and a half day or so. The HCM-6013i built-in hygrometer (humidity sensor) is no where near accurate. Although I have the unit set on 35%, actual humidity measured by a separate and more accurate hygrometer, measures 45%. I recommend buying a separate hygrometer so that you can find the right humidity level. If you're not as picky as I am, you can always go by feel and adjust the humidity control up or down until you find your comfort level, to where the unit turn on or off based on the setting.

This unit fits together from essentially four pieces; the base, the motor housing, and the two water tanks. The pieces do not exactly fit together that well. The design of this unit reminds me of something that was made from the former USSR. It's clunky...but it works. It has no problem keeping up the desired humidity level when the AC is on and the outside relative humidity is 10% - 15%. It draws water from one of the two tanks at a time. When either one of the water tank is drained the unit makes a buzzing noise from the empty lighter tank. It's a little annoying, but a little tab or jolt usually resolves this buzzing noise.

I recommend buying a spare HC-14 replacement filter for this unit. I already notice that within a day if not hours of use the water-wicking filter mentioned was turning a little brown on the top. I don't know if the browning of the filter is due to using tap water for the humidifier or the air in my condo is that dirty. I hope it's the former rather than the latter.

The manual states that using tap water is OK because the water-wicking filter will absorb and retain the minerals in tap water, while the Protec water cleaning cartridge will help fight bacteria and other microbes in the water.

As mentioned above. This humidifier works about the same way as a swamp cooler. In a dry and warm environment, this humidifier does put out a noticeably cool breeze.

This product also boasts of having an "Air Washing Technology", and an independently controlled air ionizer. I can't comment too much about these features because I can't attest to how well they work. Again some swamp coolers can also claim of being able to wash the air as they cool...right? My gut feeling tells me that these features are a bit gimmicky. Does it really "clean" the air in my condo? Maybe. Does the air in my condo really need cleaning? Sometimes.

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Up to 30% quieter Exclusive Air Washing technology: Air filter system washes the air as it humidifies. Helps capture dust, dirt, and pollen. Protec Continuous Cleaning helps provide fresher, cleaner m

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Dr. Fresh Ultra Sonic Humidifier Winnie The Pooh Review

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(More customer reviews)I like that I can adjust the amount of humidity that comes out of the humidifier. The mist comes out of both Pooh's ears. It is easy to fill and the kids love it. Great buy. Oh yeah and it is very very quiet. I barely even know it is on. Would buy again.

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Create a healthy environment with Disney's Winnie the Pooh Humidifier with Night Light. It features with auto shut off when tank is empty and the water tank holds 1 gallon.

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Kaz ReliOn Cool Mist Humidifier Help reduce that dry feeling when you work. Keep that moisture in the air. Review

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(More customer reviews)I have owned this humidifier for a little less than a month and have yet to encounter any of the problems of my fellow reviewers.My unit does not leak unless I place it on an uneven surface (which I do not) and it is very quiet.I feel much more comfortable during the day and sleep very well at night.I am extremely satisfied with this unit.

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HOW DOES IT WORK? Dry air is pulled through the system and a quiet fan blows out invisible, moisture-balanced air. Unwanted minerals and bacteria from the water are trapped inside the filter. When the unit is running you will not see or feel a mist. You will know your humidifier is putting moisture into the air as you watch the water level in your tank decrease throughout the day.

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Safety 1st Ultrasonic 360 Degree Humidifier Review

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Crane Thomas the Train Cool Mist Humidifier Review

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(More customer reviews)I am getting ready to throw away my child's 2nd Thomas the Tank Humidifier in 4 months.There is a small piece of plastic in the tank that covers the night light on the base that has broken on both of the units.Without this little piece of plastic, the water will not stay in the tank and pours out EVERYWHERE! It is a very cute concept and very appealing to children, but it is just not sturdy enough.

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This adorable Crane Cool Mist Humidifier provides additional comfort to cold symptoms, dry itchy skin, and chapped lips. The whisper quiet humidifier won't disturb sleep and operates on a low power consumption providing min. of 11 hours of moisture from a removable 1 gal water tank. Includes an auto shut off safety feature when water tank is empty. Operates with cold tap water and produces cold mist instantaneously. The mist output can be regulated with the control button located at the front. Child-friendly humidifier with Whisper quiet cool mist operation and Auto-off function when water tank is empty. Supports easy breathing and refreshing relief from year round heating and cooling. Has Removable water tank for easy carrying and filling and includes Variable humidity output regulator, Low power consumption, Tank capacity: 1 gallon (3.78 liters). Up to 11 hours running time per tank filling with 2.2-gallon moisture output per day. A demineralization filter cartridge is available in case of hard tap water (not included).

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Honeywell Vicks V4202 1.2-Gallon Cool-Mist Humidifier Review

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(More customer reviews)Despite reading all the negative reviews about this product, I registered for it anyway and I am so happy that I did!This is one of the most used gifts that I received after having my son.I use it every night in the nursery.My son has eczema and his doctor recommended I use a cool mist humidifier in his room at night to keep the air moist.I keep a towel under it and have had no problem with dampness.My husband and I have decided to purchase this same humidifier for another room in our home.......

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1.2 Gal Cool-Mist Humidifier Keep proper humidity levels in the nursery with the Vicks CoolMist Humidifier. It uses an air-cleaning filter that removes dust and pollen from the air. An exclusive water fill channel easily allows refilling without removing the cover.

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Sunpentown Orca Ultrasonic Humidifier Review

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(More customer reviews)Very nice product...perfect for my office that has no outside air circulation or humidity control.Was missing a small part but the company promptly sent it out at no charge.Thank you!

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One-part humidifier, one-part room decoration, one-part friend�.Sunpentown's black and white Orca ultrasonic humidifier makes a sweet, multifunctional addition to a child's room. Simply turn the little marine mammal on with the easy-use adjustable dial on the side, and he sends 8 to 10 hours of finely atomized humidity out through his blowhole. Because he's ultrasonic he's extremely quiet, and he puts safety first with an automatic shut-off and overflow protection (Hey, this might be the perfect pet!). The dolphin's clear top makes gauging water fill easy into the 1.4-liter tank, and the sturdy handle and non-slip feet let him leap to service wherever duty calls. Designed for rooms up to 450 square feet; one-year warranty.

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Hunter 33201 2-Gallon CareFree Humidifier Plus with PermaWick Review

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(More customer reviews)I have read the other reviews and I can understand your disappointments but I have NEVER bought a table top humidifier of ANY brand that stood the test of time over prolonged use.I bought mine from Walmart recently and seems okay so far and a little noisy on the low speed more than I had hoped but all I care it keeps my family and all my pets healthier during the cold winter months.I have 90 days to return it to Walmart with my box and receipt should I not be happy with it or becomes defective within that 90 days from date of purchase.Also, the Hunter manufacturer gives you a five year warranty to return it to them (at your mailing cost) and they would send you back another unit at no cost to you.They just don't make things to last today like they used to. Just make sure whomever you buy this unit from you save your receipt and original box with bar code on it if possible for full refund, exchange or to mail back to the manufacturer.

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Breathe easier and sleep more comfortably with this cool-mist humidifier. Designed for large rooms up to 1175 square feet, the unit provides a NiteGlow night light and an output capacity of 2 gallons every 24 hours. Its airtight, watertight, Tote Away tank offers a built-in handle for convenient transport and a large refill port to simplify filling. Three whisper-quiet fan speeds make it easy to adjust the humidity output rate, while the adjustable humidistat works to maintain the desired humidity level. The low-maintenance humidifier also comes with a permanent PermaWick filter, and its antimicrobial properties, which are incorporated into the plastic parts and the wick, inhibit the growth of mold, fungi, and bacteria. Even more, its regulated water-release system eliminates stagnant water while preventing mineral build-up on the wick or filter, which can impede performance in ordinary evaporative humidifiers. The unit requires routine cleaning and maintenance depending on use and individual conditions, and its base and tank clean up easily by hand or in the dishwasher. Ideal for a child's room, living room, or home office, the 74-watt cool-mist humidifier measures approximately 13-1/2 by 11 by 11-1/2 inches and carries a five-year limited warranty.

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The Holmes Group HM1746UC Humidifier Table Review

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(More customer reviews)This machine works Great and is very easy to refill.The unit is well-designed.There is a hold tab on the top of the water tank, so it is easy to insert into base.It has a handle on the bottom of the water tank, so it is easy to carry and refill the tank.Overall, a good little unit for the price.

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3 gallon cool mist humidifier, humidifies up to 700 sq. ft. 1 gallon capacity runs up to 16 hours. Adjustable humidistat. Removable tank for easy filling. 2 comfort control speeds. Filter check monitors filter wear. Microban antimicrobial product protecti

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The Holmes Group HM1760UC Tabletop Humidifier for Small Rooms Review

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(More customer reviews)Cool mist humidifier is a good size, but the noise is too much. The switch is very loose, and the humidifier is too loud to leave on at night.Don't count on this. I had to return it to Target the next day.

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2 gallon cool mist humidifier humidifies up to 600 sq. ft. 1 gallon capacity. Runs up to 20 hours on 1 filling. 2 comfort control speeds. Filter check monitors filter wear. Microban antimicrobial product protection. White with blue reservoir. Uses 1 model

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Vicks 1.2-gal. Cool Mist Humidifier - V-3500-2 Review

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(More customer reviews)Nice humidifier, UNTIL you need to keep your baby asleep while the thing makes this absolutely ridiculous glugging noise throughout the night (even on the low setting!!) -- woke our baby up, woke us up, 7AM I'm putting this thing back into its box (which was already in the recycle bin) and back to the store.Bought one of the Crane humidifiers (the frog) and it works beautifully and most importantly - SILENTLY.

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INDICATIONS: Features of Vicks 1.2 Gallon Vicks Cool Mist Humidifier Featuring Vicks Vapor Therapy with integrated Scent pad heater. Quiet 3 speed control. Removable easy-clean tank.3 year warranty.Protec compatible.Uses Kaz WF2 Filter (included).Uses VSP-19 Vicks Scent Pads - one sample included. 20% quieter operation.

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Vicks V5100N 1.7 Gallon Ultrasonic Humidifier Review

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(More customer reviews)We've been very happy with this humidifier.The cool mist is very fine, so it feels more "misty" and less "damp" or "rainy" than some other humidifiers we've tried.The controls over how much or little mist it produces are effective, and it's very quiet.Although this product is a little more expensive than some other types of humidifiers, it's worth it.I know several people whose babies have been burned by warm mist humdifiers, and they also tend to breed bacteria, neither of which is a concern with this product.Also although we originally bought a cheaper humidifier, it turned out not to be as inexpensive as we first thought because we kept having to replace the wick and it quickly broke.This humidifier doesn't have "hidden costs" and is sturdy and well made.
Also if you take off the lid and watch what it does to produce the mist, it's really cool (not a reason to buy the product in itself, but interesting ....)

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Honeywell #HCM-6009 9GAL Console Humidifier Review

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(More customer reviews)This is the best humedifier I ever had.You may set the desired humidity.Runs for a long time, easy to refill, I use regular tap water, there is no white dust, and the floor does not get wet.

In short, solid five star rating.

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9 Gallon, Console Humidifier, Ultra Quiet, Air Washing Technology, Manual Controls, Adjustable Humidistat, Space Saving Design, Quick Fill System, Auto Shut Off, 5 Year Limited Warranty, Replacement Filter: HC 14.

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Sunpentown? SU - 2081 Digital Ultrasonic Humidifier w/ Sensor Review

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(More customer reviews)My wife and I moved to Illinois from South Florida in June.Since November I had really noticed how much drier it is in Illinois, especially at night with the heat on full blast.We purchased this humidifier and have been running it for about a week.It has been awesome.If you can deal with having to refill every night before bed, then you'll enjoy this piece of electronics. All dryness that I had to deal with at night before we got this is gone.It's pretty sweet.A night light that changes from green to blue is nice and relaxing.Not overwhelming unless you are a pitch black sleeper.It offers a bunch of settings, has an ionizer and allows you to adjust the humidity.I researched this pretty hard and it seemed like this would be the best bang for the buck and so far it is.For 43 bucks and free shipping you can't beat it.I'll do a follow-up in a few months, but so far so good. It's got my blessing.

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Breathe easier and sleep more comfortably with this whisper-quiet ultrasonic humidifier. Designed for rooms up to 400 square feet, it offers a 2-4/9-liter water tank and a water-output capacity of 7-1/2 liters every 24 hours. The unit features a digital control panel and LCD display, which allow for setting exact humidity and mist levels. The humidifier turns on and off automatically to maintain the desired humidity level, and its hygrostat and temperature sensor displays the room's current humidity and ambient temperature. The humidifier also comes equipped with a built-in ionizer, 10 mist output levels, and a 360-degree adjustable mist nozzle. Its built-in color-changing nightlight makes it a perfect choice for a child's room. The ETL-approved 32-watt humidifier measures 10-3/4 by 5-3/4 by 11 inches with an 8-1/2-by-4-inch footprint.

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Honeywell HUT-102M Quietcare Ultrasonic Mini Tower Humidifier Review

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(More customer reviews)First of all, this humidifier is quiet.I keep it next to my bed and the very faint noise doesn't bother me at all.I use only distilled water in it.That's a little expensive, but I can get one-gallon jugs at Wal-Mart for sixty four cents, so it's better than having white dust all over the room.This model has a "white dust" filter, but most such filters are iffy at best.

Now for the problems.Filling is a pain.If it's not completely empty, water remains in the base, which tends to drip and spill when you lift the tank off for re-filling.So I carry the whole unit to the sink just to make sure I don't get water all over my carpet.(Water can spill if you don't keep the unit level.)Further, the refill opening is on the bottom, so you have to turn the tank upside down to fill it.The tank top is slanted, so you can't set it down.You have to hold the tank with one hand, and fill with the other.It's a very clumsy process.

The last thing I have to say is the blue light is incredibly annoying.It lights up your whole bedroom and can't be turned off.I wrap a towel around it.What were they thinking?Sure, it looks cool, until you try to go to sleep.

Overall,though, it works nicely and has been quiet, which is exactly why I bought it and am keeping it.If you are elderly or arthritic, the girations you need to go through to fill it may cause you to look elsewhere.

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Offering a space-saving tower design, the Honeywell HUT-102M Quietcare humidifier features quiet ultrasonic technology that silently provides visible cool moisture. It's ideal for rooms up to 350 square feet. A humidifier is helpful in introducing moisture to your home in order to help you avoid dry skin, chapped lips, dry nasal passages and static electricity as well as keep your wood floors and furnishings in good shape.
Water is atomized by ultrasonic sound waves and propelled in the air by the HUT-102M's small fan, and these silent ultrasonic pulses produce a visible mist. And with Honeywell's ultrasonic Quietcare technology, this humidifier is 95 percent quieter than other humidifiers. Other features include auto shut-off when tank is out of water, variable moisture settings, easy grab handle for convenient carrying, removable water tank, and an illuminated tank window that allows visibility to water level and doubles as a nightlight.
It has a 1.2-gallon-output-per-day and it can run for up to 12 hours per filling. The unit comes with 1 demineralization cartridge, which is designed to last for between 1 to 2 months of normal use (depending on the mineral content of the water used); the replacement cartridge is model DC-102. It measures 10 by 7 by 15 inches and weighs 8 pounds. It's backed by a 5-year limited warranty.

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Holmes Cool Mist Humidifier Review

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(More customer reviews)I've had a number of humidifiers and this one fairs favorably to most.First, it uses a cool air wick rather than a sonicator (which puts the water contaminants on your furniture and in your lungs) or a heater (which is inefficient, gets horrible mineral buildup which is very difficult to clean, and can cause fire hazards).It has a huge tank.And it has a thermostat so you can just turn it on and forget about it, aside from refilling it every day or two.It will get the humidity where you want it - not too dry, not too humid.For these reasons, I recommend this unit.

The downsides: It is not as nice as the model it replaced (which I also have) which looks almost exactly the same.The controls and display are a little less obvious - they added more functionality with too few buttons.That is easily dealt with by deciding how you want to use it and then always putting it in that mode.I like to set the fan to low or medium (so it is nice and quiet and you hardly hear it) and then set the humidity to 30, 35, or 40.As others here have mentioned, the hygrometer is a bit flaky.At times it is stable.At times it jumps around a bit.This can lead the system to turn on and off in response to changes in the measured humidity.It still gets the humidity to roughly what you set it to (as I've verified with a separate hygrometer).And if you don't have the fan set too high, you don't really notice that it turns on and off a bit more than it needs to.Mine has not turned on and off in short succession that frequently, although sometimes it does.It doesn't appear to impact its efficacy or accuracy, although if the fan is high and the room is quiet, it might really bug some people on the occassions it cuts on and off.Some people here report more aggressive cycling than I've observed.Sunbeam really should fix this and ponder a user interface tweak. The improvement over the previous model is that it continuously reports the hygrometer reading, which is really nice.

I'm giving this 4 stars because I still greatly prefer this over all the other humidifiers I've ever owned (and about the same as the model this one obsoleted).

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Features:Perfect for large rooms.Runs up to 48 hours per filling.Accuset digital humidistat.Filtered with arm & hammer baking soda.Filtercheck filter monitor.Run time: up to 48 hours.Settings: 3.

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