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  • Avg. price: ~£95
  • Steam pressure: 3 bar
  • Heat-up time: 30 seconds
  • Power rating: 1,300 W
  • Water tank capacity: 200 ml
  • Weight: 1 kg

Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up review. Compare 61 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Steam Cleaners category and whether it is worth buying.

6.9

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of products in the Steam Cleaners category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference for identifying the best products in the Steam Cleaners category.

Score components:

80.0%

7.0

Technical Score

20.0%

6.3

User score

Good
7.0

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of technical performance for products in the Steam Cleaners category across these key areas: Performance, Tank, Versatility, Accessories, Design, Safety.

When it matters: When you want to compare products in the Steam Cleaners category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.

Score components:

28.0%

5.6

Performance

24.0%

6.4

Tank

21.0%

9.2

Versatility

10.0%

4.8

Accessories

9.0%

8.4

Design

8.0%

9.1

Safety

Very good
6.3

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Steam Cleaners category.

When it matters: When you want to know how products in the Steam Cleaners category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.

Score components:

70.0%

7.6

User reviews

30.0%

3.3

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
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3.8
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3.7
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(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

Good
  • 7.5
    Hard-floor cleaning

    Score components:

    30.0%

    4.0

    Rotating / motorized pads

    25.0%

    10

    Swivel / flexible floor head

    20.0%

    9.9

    Heat-up time

    15.0%

    10

    Weight

    10.0%

    3.7

    Power rating

  • 6.1
    Upholstery cleaning

    Score components:

    30.0%

    4.0

    Upholstery / fabric tool

    25.0%

    4.0

    Extension hose

    20.0%

    9.9

    Heat-up time

    15.0%

    10

    Weight

    10.0%

    4.2

    Accessory count

  • 7.0
    Grout cleaning

    Score components:

    30.0%

    4.0

    Jet nozzle

    25.0%

    10

    Detail brushes included

    20.0%

    4.0

    Extension hose

    15.0%

    9.9

    Heat-up time

    10.0%

    10

    Weight

  • 6.7
    Car-interior cleaning

    Score components:

    25.0%

    4.0

    Extension hose

    20.0%

    4.0

    Jet nozzle

    15.0%

    10

    Detail brushes included

    15.0%

    9.9

    Heat-up time

    15.0%

    10

    Weight

    10.0%

    4.2

    Accessory count

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Verdict

The Kärcher SC 1 Multi & Up is a compact 4-in-1 steam mop featuring a 1300W motor, a 200ml water tank, and a 5-metre power cable, delivering a performance of approximately 30 m² per tank filling. Its primary advantages include an exceptionally quick 30-second heat-up time, chemical-free deep cleaning, highly versatile portable use across multiple household surfaces, and a robust accessory kit. However, its main drawbacks are a relatively small water capacity that requires frequent refills during extended tasks and a lack of variable steam control.

Technical Specifications of steam cleaner Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of technical performance for products in the Steam Cleaners category across these key areas: Performance, Tank, Versatility, Accessories, Design, Safety.

When it matters: When you want to compare products in the Steam Cleaners category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.

Score components:

28.0%

5.6

Performance

24.0%

6.4

Tank

21.0%

9.2

Versatility

10.0%

4.8

Accessories

9.0%

8.4

Design

8.0%

9.1

Safety

7.0
Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a technical score of 6.99 points, which is lower than 79% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Steam Cleaners category.

When it matters: When you want to know how products in the Steam Cleaners category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.

Score components:

70.0%

7.6

User reviews

30.0%

3.3

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
3.8
(101)
amazon
3.7
(12)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

6.3
Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a user score of 6.31 points, which is lower than 93% of products in this category.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Steam Cleaners category.
When it matters: When you prefer products in the Steam Cleaners category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
3.3
Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a popularity of 3.3 points, which is lower than 74.8% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Steam Cleaners category with their prices.

When it matters: When you are comparing products in the Steam Cleaners category and want a good balance between quality and price.

Score components:

60.0%

6.9

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

7.8
Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.8 points, which is lower than 78.3% of products in this category.
Steam pressure
What it is: Measures the steam pressure of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by steam pressure.

Importance: HIGH

3 bar
Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a steam pressure of 3 bar, which is lower than that of 76.5% of steam cleaners and matches that of 14.8% of steam cleaners.
Steam temperature
What it is: Measures the steam temperature of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by steam temperature.

Importance: HIGH

100 °C
Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a steam temperature of 100 °C, which is lower than that of 59.7% of steam cleaners and matches that of 25.8% of steam cleaners.
Steam flow rate
What it is: Measures the steam flow rate of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by steam flow rate.

Importance: HIGH

33 g/min
Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a steam flow rate of 33 g/min, which is lower than that of 71.6% of steam cleaners and matches that of 4.5% of steam cleaners.
Heat-up time
What it is: Measures the heat-up time of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by heat-up time.

Importance: MEDIUM

30 seconds
Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a heat-up time of 30 seconds, which is shorter than that of 57.1% of steam cleaners and matches that of 22.6% of steam cleaners.
Continuous steam time
What it is: Measures the continuous steam time of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by continuous steam time.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Cordless
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has cordless.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by cordless.

Importance: LOW

no
Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up is corded only. Cordless operation is found in 4.2% of steam cleaners.
Action radius
What it is: Measures the action radius of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by action radius.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Stainless steel boiler
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has stainless steel boiler.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by stainless steel boiler.

Importance: LOW

no
Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up does not have a stainless steel boiler. It is available on 34.2% of steam cleaners.
Power rating
What it is: Measures the power rating of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by power rating.

Importance: LOW

1,300 W
Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a power rating of 1300 W, which is lower than that of 72% of steam cleaners and matches that of 9.1% of steam cleaners.
Water tank capacity
What it is: Measures the water tank capacity of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by water tank capacity.

Importance: HIGH

200 ml
Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a water tank capacity of 200 ml, which is smaller than that of 93% of steam cleaners and matches that of 5.2% of steam cleaners.
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Suitable for allergy sufferers
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has suitable for allergy sufferers.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by suitable for allergy sufferers.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Product type
What it is: Describes the product type of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by product type.

Importance: LOW

2-in-1 steam mop and handheld cleaner
Convertible handheld design
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has convertible handheld design.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by convertible handheld design.

Importance: LOW

yes
Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a convertible handheld design. This feature is present in 17.6% of steam cleaners.
Steam vacuum function
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has steam vacuum function.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by steam vacuum function.

Importance: LOW

no
Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up does not have a steam vacuum function. It is available on 12.3% of steam cleaners.
Floor nozzle type
What it is: Describes the floor nozzle type of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by floor nozzle type.

Importance: LOW

Rectangular floor head
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Accessory count
What it is: Measures the accessory count of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by accessory count.

Importance: MEDIUM

7
Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up includes 7 accessories, which is fewer than the number included with 69.2% of steam cleaners and the same as the number included with 2.8% of steam cleaners.
Mop pads included
What it is: Measures the mop pads included of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by mop pads included.

Importance: LOW

1
Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up includes 1 mop pads, which is more than the number included with 19.2% of steam cleaners and the same as the number included with 37.2% of steam cleaners.
Carpet glider included
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has carpet glider included.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by carpet glider included.

Importance: LOW

no
Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up does not have a carpet glider. It is available on 29.8% of steam cleaners.
Extension tubes / wands
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has extension tubes / wands.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by extension tubes / wands.

Importance: LOW

yes
Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has extension tubes or wands. This feature is present in 43.7% of steam cleaners.
Extension hose
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has extension hose.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by extension hose.

Importance: LOW

no
Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up does not have an extension hose. It is available on 18.8% of steam cleaners.
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Wheels
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has wheels.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by wheels.

Importance: LOW

no
Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up does not have wheels. It is available on 55.6% of steam cleaners.
Volume
What it is: Measures the volume of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by volume.

Importance: LOW

46.392 L
Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has an external volume of 46.392 L.
Weight
What it is: Measures the weight of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by weight.

Importance: MEDIUM

1 kg
Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up weighs 1 kg, which is lighter than 90.7% of steam cleaners and the same weight as 9.3% of steam cleaners.
Width
What it is: Measures the width of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by width.

Importance: LOW

113 mm
Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a width of 113 mm, which is narrower than that of 95.7% of steam cleaners and matches that of 1.7% of steam cleaners.
Height
What it is: Measures the height of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by height.

Importance: LOW

1,190 mm
Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a height of 1190 mm, which is taller than that of 89.4% of steam cleaners and matches that of 1.6% of steam cleaners.
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Child safety lock
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has child safety lock.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by child safety lock.

Importance: LOW

yes
Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a child safety lock. This feature is present in 60.5% of steam cleaners.
Safety valve / safety cap
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has safety valve / safety cap.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by safety valve / safety cap.

Importance: LOW

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Auto shut-off
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has auto shut-off.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by auto shut-off.

Importance: LOW

yes
Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has automatic shut-off. This feature is present in 17.7% of steam cleaners.
Trigger lock / continuous steam lock
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has trigger lock / continuous steam lock.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by trigger lock / continuous steam lock.

Importance: LOW

no
Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up does not have a trigger lock for continuous steam. It is available on 30.1% of steam cleaners.
Descaling system
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has descaling system.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by descaling system.

Importance: LOW

yes
Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a descaling system. This feature is present in 23.2% of steam cleaners.
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Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up vs the average steam cleaner

  • 3 kg lighter
    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up weighs less than the average steam cleaner (1 kg vs 4 kg).
    What it is: Measures the weight of the steam cleaner.
    When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by weight.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up weighs less than the average steam cleaner (1 kg vs 4 kg).1 kg vs 4 kg
  • Includes automatic shut-off
    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has automatic shut-off, while the average steam cleaner does not.
    What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has auto shut-off.
    When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by auto shut-off.

    Importance: LOW

    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has automatic shut-off, while the average steam cleaner does not.
  • Convertible handheld design
    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a convertible handheld design, while the average steam cleaner does not.
    What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has convertible handheld design.
    When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by convertible handheld design.

    Importance: LOW

    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a convertible handheld design, while the average steam cleaner does not.
  • Includes a descaling system
    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a descaling system, while the average steam cleaner does not.
    What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has descaling system.
    When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by descaling system.

    Importance: LOW

    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a descaling system, while the average steam cleaner does not.
  • Includes a descaling reminder
    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a descaling reminder, while the average steam cleaner does not.
    What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has descaling reminder.
    When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by descaling reminder.

    Importance: LOW

    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a descaling reminder, while the average steam cleaner does not.
  • 6 newer release date
    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up was released more recently than the average steam cleaner.
    What it is: Shows when the steam cleaner model was released.
    When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by release date.

    Importance: LOW

    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up was released more recently than the average steam cleaner.2024 vs 2018
  • 181 mm narrower
    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up is narrower than the average steam cleaner (113 mm vs 294 mm).
    What it is: Measures the width of the steam cleaner.
    When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by width.

    Importance: LOW

    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up is narrower than the average steam cleaner (113 mm vs 294 mm).113 mm vs 294 mm
  • Includes extension tubes / wands
    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has extension tubes or wands, while the average steam cleaner does not.
    What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has extension tubes / wands.
    When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by extension tubes / wands.

    Importance: LOW

    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has extension tubes or wands, while the average steam cleaner does not.
  • 90 seconds shorter heat-up time
    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a shorter heat-up time than the average steam cleaner (30 seconds vs 120 seconds).
  • Convertible handheld design
    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a convertible handheld design, while the average steam cleaner does not.
  • Includes extension tubes / wands
    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has extension tubes or wands, while the average steam cleaner does not.
  • 3 kg lighter
    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up weighs less than the average steam cleaner (1 kg vs 4 kg).
  • 6 newer release date
    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up was released more recently than the average steam cleaner.
  • 181 mm narrower
    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up is narrower than the average steam cleaner (113 mm vs 294 mm).
  • Includes automatic shut-off
    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has automatic shut-off, while the average steam cleaner does not.
  • Includes a descaling system
    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a descaling system, while the average steam cleaner does not.
  • Includes a descaling reminder
    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a descaling reminder, while the average steam cleaner does not.
  • 20 °C lower steam temperature
    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a lower steam temperature than the average steam cleaner (100 °C vs 120 °C).
  • 0.5 bar lower steam pressure
    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a lower steam pressure than the average steam cleaner (3 bar vs 3.5 bar).
  • 8 g/min lower steam flow rate
    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a lower steam flow rate than the average steam cleaner (33 g/min vs 41 g/min).
  • 600 ml smaller water tank capacity
    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a smaller water tank capacity than the average steam cleaner (200 ml vs 800 ml).
  • 200 W lower power rating
    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a lower power rating than the average steam cleaner (1300 W vs 1500 W).
  • No upholstery / fabric tool
    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up does not have an upholstery or fabric tool, while the average steam cleaner does.
  • No jet nozzle
    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up does not have a jet nozzle, while the average steam cleaner does.
  • 3 fewer accessories
    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up includes fewer accessories than the average steam cleaner (7 vs 10).
  • No wheels
    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up does not have wheels, while the average steam cleaner does.
  • 860 mm taller
    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up is taller than the average steam cleaner (1190 mm vs 330 mm).
  • 24.5 mm deeper
    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up is deeper than the average steam cleaner (345 mm vs 320.5 mm).
  • 600 ml smaller water tank capacity
    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a smaller water tank capacity than the average steam cleaner (200 ml vs 800 ml).
    What it is: Measures the water tank capacity of the steam cleaner.
    When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by water tank capacity.

    Importance: HIGH

    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a smaller water tank capacity than the average steam cleaner (200 ml vs 800 ml).200 ml vs 800 ml
  • No upholstery / fabric tool
    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up does not have an upholstery or fabric tool, while the average steam cleaner does.
    What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has upholstery / fabric tool.
    When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by upholstery / fabric tool.

    Importance: LOW

    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up does not have an upholstery or fabric tool, while the average steam cleaner does.
  • 20 °C lower steam temperature
    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a lower steam temperature than the average steam cleaner (100 °C vs 120 °C).
    What it is: Measures the steam temperature of the steam cleaner.
    When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by steam temperature.

    Importance: HIGH

    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a lower steam temperature than the average steam cleaner (100 °C vs 120 °C).100 °C vs 120 °C
  • 0.5 bar lower steam pressure
    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a lower steam pressure than the average steam cleaner (3 bar vs 3.5 bar).
    What it is: Measures the steam pressure of the steam cleaner.
    When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by steam pressure.

    Importance: HIGH

    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a lower steam pressure than the average steam cleaner (3 bar vs 3.5 bar).3 bar vs 3.5 bar
  • No wheels
    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up does not have wheels, while the average steam cleaner does.
    What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has wheels.
    When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by wheels.

    Importance: LOW

    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up does not have wheels, while the average steam cleaner does.
  • 8 g/min lower steam flow rate
    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a lower steam flow rate than the average steam cleaner (33 g/min vs 41 g/min).
    What it is: Measures the steam flow rate of the steam cleaner.
    When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by steam flow rate.

    Importance: HIGH

    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up has a lower steam flow rate than the average steam cleaner (33 g/min vs 41 g/min).33 g/min vs 41 g/min
  • No jet nozzle
    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up does not have a jet nozzle, while the average steam cleaner does.
    What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has jet nozzle.
    When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by jet nozzle.

    Importance: LOW

    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up does not have a jet nozzle, while the average steam cleaner does.
  • 3 fewer accessories
    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up includes fewer accessories than the average steam cleaner (7 vs 10).
    What it is: Measures the accessory count of the steam cleaner.
    When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by accessory count.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up includes fewer accessories than the average steam cleaner (7 vs 10).7 vs 10

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Third-party reviews

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up?

  • Heats up quickly, becoming ready for use in about 30 seconds
  • Extremely versatile 4-in-1 design easily converts between a handheld unit and an upright steam mop
  • Cleans effectively using only water, eliminating the need for harsh chemicals
  • Compact, lightweight build makes it easy to handle and store in tight spaces
  • Removable water tank can be refilled at any time without needing a cooldown period
  • Features an integrated, automatic descaling cartridge to prolong device lifespan
  • Equipped with a long 5-meter power cable that provides a good range of motion

What customers dislike about Karcher SC 1 Multi & Up?

  • Very small water tank capacity (200ml) results in a short continuous runtime of roughly 7 minutes
  • Requires frequent refilling stops during larger deep-cleaning tasks
  • Struggles to effectively lift deep-set or heavily baked-on stains without manual scrubbing
  • Can feel heavy or fatiguing to hold during prolonged overhead or handheld usage
  • Descaling cartridges have a short lifespan and require ongoing replacement costs
  • Some users report that the instruction manual is unclear and difficult to follow

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