Hamilton Beach PC03 User manual

Type: PC03
Pressure Cooker
Operation Manual – Original Instructions (2)
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons,
including the following:
1. Read all instructions.
2. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are closely
supervised and instructed concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
3. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or
near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.
4. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. Use pot
holders when removing hot containers.
5. To protect against a risk of electrical shock, do not immerse cord,
plug, or base in water or other liquid.
6. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow
to cool before putting on or taking off parts.
7. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged supply cord or
plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped
or damaged in any manner. Supply cord replacement and
repairs must be conducted by the manufacturer, its service
agent, or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Call the provided customer service number for information on
examination, repair, or adjustment.
8. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the
appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
9. Do not use outdoors.
10. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot
surfaces, including the stove.
11. Do not place removable pot or base on or near a hot gas or an
electric burner, or in a heated oven.
12. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance
containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
13. To disconnect, turn control to OFF ( ) then remove plug from
wall outlet. To unplug, grasp the plug and pull from the outlet.
Never pull from the power cord.
14. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
15. CAUTION: To prevent damage or shock hazard, do not cook
in base. Cook only in removable pot.
16. Vessel may remain hot until after unit is turned off. Read all
instructions.
17. WARNING! Spilled food can cause serious burns. Keep
appliance and cord away from children. Never drape cord over
edge of counter, never use outlet below counter, and never use
with an extension cord.
18. Intended for countertop use only.
19. This appliance cooks under pressure. Improper use may result
in scalding injury. Make certain unit is properly closed before
operating. See “Using Pressure Cook Modes.”
20. When in pressure cook mode, do not fill the unit over 2/3 full.
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When cooking foods that expand during cooking such as rice
or dried vegetables, do not fill the unit over 1/2 full. Overfilling
may cause a risk of clogging the vent pipe and developing excess
pressure. See “Pressure Cooking Modes Chart.”
21. Be aware that certain foods, such as applesauce, cranberries,
pearl barley, oatmeal or other cereals, split peas, noodles,
macaroni, rhubarb, or spaghetti can foam, froth, and sputter, and
clog the pressure release device (steam vent). These foods should
not be cooked in pressure cook mode.
22. Always check the pressure release devices for clogging before
use.
23. Do not open the pressure cooker until all internal pressure has
been released. If the lid is difficult to turn, this indicates that the
cooker is still pressurized – do not force it open. Any pressure in
the cooker can be hazardous. See “Using Pressure Cook Modes.”
24. Do not use this pressure cooker for pressure frying with oil.
25. The plug is provided with a fuse approved by ASTA to
B.S. 1362. If you need a replacement fuse carrier, it must
be replaced with the same colour-coded carrier with the same
markings. Fuse covers and carriers can be obtained from
approved service agents.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Other Consumer Safety Information
This appliance is intended for household use.
wWARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard: This appliance is provided with
a grounded plug to reduce the risk of electric shock. The plug fits only
one way into a grounded outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
plug by modifying the plug in any way or by using an adapter. If the plug
does not fit into the outlet, have an electrician replace the outlet.
A short power-supply cord is used to reduce the risk resulting from it
being grabbed by children, becoming entangled in, or tripping over a
longer cord.
To avoid an electrical circuit overload, do not use another high-wattage
appliance on the same circuit with this appliance.
Recycling the Product at the End of Its Service Life
The wheeled bin symbol marked on this appliance signifies that it must be taken over by a selective
collection system conforming to the WEEE Directive so that it can be either recycled or dismantled in
order to reduce any impact to the environment. The user is responsible for returning the product to
the appropriate collection facility, as specified by your local code. For additional information regarding
applicable local laws, please contact the municipal facility and/or local distributor.

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Parts and Features
Lid
Lid Handle
Base
Handles
Control Panel/Display Power Cord Port
(see Back View)
Roasting Rack
Before first use: Wash Cooking Pot, Lid, Roasting Rack, Rice
Measuring Cup, Rice Paddle, and Removable Condensation
Collector in hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry.
Rice Measuring Cup Gasket (two included)
Rice Paddle
Back View
Steam Release
Button
Steam Release Valve
Removable
Condensation
Collector
Removable
Power Cord Power Cord Port
Cooking Pot
Model: 34502-SAU
Type: PC03
Ratings:
220-240 V~ 50-60 Hz 900-1100 W

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Steam Release
Valve
Control Panel/Display
Inside of Lid
Top of Lid
Parts and Features (cont.)
Steam Release
Button
Float Valve
Steam Release
Valve OPEN and
CLOSED Icons
Pressure Relief
Safety Valve
Float
Valve
Removable Gasket
Removable Steam Release Valve
Cover and Stem (stem not shown)
Programmed
Cook Modes
High Slow Cook
Medium Slow
Cook
Low Slow Cook
Pressure
Select
Slow
Cook
Select
DELAY Time
Indicator
HIGH Pressure
LOW Pressure
COOKING TIME
Indicator

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Meet Your Pressure Cooker
Cooking with pressure differs greatly from normal cooking methods. A pressure cooker is essentially a cooking pot with a sealed, lockable lid
and a valve to control pressure. Once the pot is sealed, steam is captured and pressure builds up, raising cooking temperature and dramatically
reducing cooking time. The pressure also forces liquid into food so it stays juicy and tender while deep, rich flavors develop quickly, and the
high temperature allows food to brown and caramelize, despite the moist environment.
Pressure Levels
When choosing pressure levels, remember that pressure is measured in psi (pounds per square inch).
(HIGH Pressure) – 8 to 12 psi. High pressure is recommended for almost all foods. The higher the pressure, the faster food cooks.
(LOW Pressure) – 4 to 7 psi. Used for delicate foods. Lower pressure cooks food slower when compared to high pressure.
Releasing Steam
When the cooking cycle is complete, steam must be released before the Lid can be opened. There are two
ways to release steam:
Natural release – After cooking time ends, Cooker will switch to (Warm mode). Allow Cooker to cool
down naturally until Float Valve drops down and Lid unlocks. This may take 10 to 30 minutes or more
depending on amount of food. During natural release, food is still warm and may to continue to cook for the
amount of time it takes to release steam.
Quick release – When cooking cycle is complete, press Steam Release Button to allow steam to escape
(Figure 1). The Steam Release Valve directs steam away from the Steam Release Button. Choose quick release
when you want to stop the cooking immediately when cycle ends.
Take a Test Run
1. Follow assembly instructions (see “How to Assemble”), but pour in
3 cups (711 ml) of water instead of food.
2. Plug into outlet.
3. Select
(HIGH Pressure) setting by pressing ( PRESSURE
SELECT)
button.
4. Adjust time to 2 minutes by pressing + or – buttons; Cooker will
automatically start within 10 seconds.
5. Display will show “On” until pressure is reached. Lid will lock and
cooking time will start to count down. When cooking cycle is complete,
Cooker will beep 5 times and switch to
(Warm mode) .
6. Either allow pressure to naturally release, or press Steam Release Button
to quick release. Steam Release Valve will direct steam away from the
Steam Release Button.
7. When all pressure is released, Lid will automatically unlock. Rotate Lid
counterclockwise to unlock. Remove Lid carefully, allowing excess
moisture on Lid to drain back into Cooking Pot.
8. Press (STOP/CANCEL) to stop Cooker. Unplug.
Figure 1
wWARNING Burn Hazard. Steam is hot. Avoid
contact with steam. Use care when pressing steam
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How to Assemble
2. On underside of Lid, screw Steam
Release Valve Cover onto Steam
Release Valve Stem. Ensure that
Steam Release Valve, Float Valve,
and Pressure Relief Safety Valve
are clean and free of debris.
3. Install Condensation Collector at
back of Cooker by aligning top of
Collector with guides on Cooker
and snap into place. Plug Power
Cord into Power Cord Port on
back of Base.
4. Dry the outside of the Cooking
Pot and place into the base. Add
food to the Cooking Pot.
1. Ensure Gasket is properly
inserted into Lid. Align Gasket
behind metal ring and push
Gasket firmly into place.
wCAUTION
Electric Shock Hazard.
Cook only in removable cooking pot.
NOTICE: When placing the cooking pot inside
the appliance, ensure that the cooking pan is
in direct contact with the heating plate. Rotate
it slightly left and right until it seats properly, or
it will cause damage to the heating elements
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How to Assemble (cont.)
5. On top of Lid, place Steam
Release Valve on Valve Stem.
Leave in OPEN position.
6. Place Lid on Cooker by
matching arrow icon on Lid with
unlock icon on Base. Rotate Lid
clockwise to lock. Arrow icon
and lock icon should align.
7. Turn Steam Release Valve to
CLOSED position.

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Using Pressure Cook Modes
The Cooker has 10 modes that use pressure and 3 modes that do not use pressure. Refer to the two Cooking Modes Charts (Pressure and
Non-Pressure) for descriptions, recommendations, default cook times, and pressure levels for each mode.
1. Once Cooker is assembled (see “How to Assemble”), add food to
Cooking Pot.
• In order to create steam to build pressure, pressure cooking
requires liquid in the Cooking Pot. Use a minimum of 1 cup
(237 ml) water or other liquid.
• Do not fill Cooking Pot more than 2/3 full. For foods that expand
such as rice and beans, do not fill more than 1/2 full.
2. See Modes in the “Pressure Cooking Modes Chart.” Press a mode
to select. Once selected, default pressure level and default cooking
time will be displayed.
3. Adjust Pressure level and Cooking Time:
• Pressure level can be changed for any pressure cook mode.
Press
( PRESSURE SELECT) button repeatedly to toggle
between (HIGH Pressure) and (LOW Pressure).
• Adjust cooking time by using the + and – buttons.
• Steam Release Valve should be in CLOSED position (Figure 1).
4. For Manual mode, press
( PRESSURE SELECT) button. Press
again to change from (LOW Pressure) to (HIGH Pressure).
Default cooking time of 35 minutes will be displayed. Adjust
cooking time by using the + and – buttons.
5. Cooker will start cooking within 10 seconds. Display will show “ON”
until pressure is reached, then cooking time will begin to count
down. When cooking cycle is complete, Cooker automatically
switches to (Warm mode).
6. Release steam by natural or quick release method. See “Releasing
Steam” instructions in “Meet Your Pressure Cooker.”
7. Press
(STOP/CANCEL) at any time to stop cooking. Display
shows “OFF.” Always release steam before opening Lid.
8. Unplug.
NOTE: When all pressure is released, Lid will automatically unlock.
Rotate Lid counterclockwise to unlock. Remove Lid carefully,
allowing excess moisture on Lid to drain back into Cooking Pot.
wWARNING Burn Hazard. Steam is hot. Avoid
contact with steam. Use care when pressing Steam
Release Button.
Figure 1

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Pressure Cooking Tips
• Cooking times for pressure cooker recipes can be up to 70% faster
than traditional methods. To adapt recipes, start by reducing time
by half.
• The amount of liquid needed is much less than traditional cooking
methods. To adapt favorite recipes to a pressure cooker, reduce
liquid by about half.
• Liquid is required to create steam and build pressure in the Cooker.
Always add a minimum of 1 cup (237 ml) water or other liquid.
• Fill Cooking Pot no more than 2/3 full. For foods that expand such
as rice or beans, fill 1/2 full.
• Remember that the countdown for cooking time will not start until
pressure has built in the Cooker and Lid is locked. Average time is
10 to 15 minutes but can be much longer.
• When cooking rice, use a 1:1 ratio for rice to water. Rinse rice
before cooking.
• Add 1 tablespoon (15 ml) oil to rice or beans to reduce foaming
and splattering.
• Beans do not require soaking, but soaking beans for at least 3 hours
will yield softer, more consistent results.
• Steam foods by adding at least 1 cup (237 ml) water to bottom of
Cooking Pot. Place food on Roasting Rack in Cooking Pot. Press
(STEAM/VEGETABLES) mode button and follow desired recipe.
Frozen vegetables can be steamed from frozen state: add 1 to 2
minutes to the time indicated on package directions.
• Frozen meat and poultry can be cooked from frozen state. A
general guideline is to add 50 % more cooking time than recipe
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Pressure Cooking Modes Chart
DEFAULT
SETTINGS Pressure
Valve
PositionMode Pressure Level Cook Time Cook Time Range Description and Recommendations
PRESSURE
SELECT:
Use Manual mode to customize pressure level and time. Great for using
with combination food recipes.
LOW Low 35 min 1 min – 4 hours CLOSED
HIGH High 35 min 1 min – 4 hours CLOSED
MEAT/STEW High 35 min 15 min – 4 hours CLOSED Make tender, juicy meats and stews. Add longer cooking times for “fall
off the bone” tenderness.
POULTRY High 25 min 5 min – 4 hours CLOSED Whether roasting a whole chicken or quickly cooking chicken pieces,
this mode cooks it perfectly.
RICE Low 4 min 1 min – 30 min CLOSED Suitable for cooking all types of rice. Best to use natural release. Fill
Cooking Pot no more than 1/2 full to allow for rice expansion.
STEAM/
VEGETABLES Low 10 min 1 min – 4 hours CLOSED Steam vegetables, seafood or reheat food on the Roasting Rack. Use
quick release to prevent overcooking. Place at least 1 cup (237 ml) water
in Cooking Pot, filling to just under the Roasting Rack. Add food to rack,
making sure that water does not touch food.
BEANS High 30 min 1 min – 4 hours CLOSED Soaked or unsoaked dry beans can be done in less than an hour on this
mode. Be sure to cover the beans by at least 1/2-inch of water. Fill no
more than 1/2 full to allow for bean expansion.
WHOLE GRAINS High 40 min 1 min – 4 hours CLOSED Farro, quinoa, wild rice — any grain is suitable for this mode. Fill no
more than 1/2 full to allow for grain expansion.
CASSEROLE High 5 min 1 min – 30 min CLOSED Use for casseroles or one-pot meals. Fill no more than 1/2 full to allow
for food expansion.
EGG High 5 min 1 min – 30 min CLOSED Cook eggs in the shell to your desired doneness on the Roasting Rack.
Eggs are steamed so they peel easily.
SOUP High 30 min 1 min – 4 hours CLOSED Make soups and broths with delicious depth of flavor.

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Follow directions for assembling Pressure Cooker in “How to Assemble.” Press mode button to select. A default time will display. To adjust
cooking time, press + or – buttons.
• (Brown/Sauté mode) can be used to brown foods or
sauté vegetables before pressure cooking, slow cooking, or as
a function on its own. Lid should be off while using this mode.
Brown/Sauté time will start to count down when cooker has
reached browning temperature.
• (Slow Cook Mode) can be used in (LOW), (MEDIUM),
or (HIGH) heat. To select heat setting, press (Slow Cook
Mode) button multiple times to toggle through settings. Steam
Release Valve should be in OPEN position (Figure 1). Slow Cook
will automatically start to count down cooking time within 10
seconds. When cooking cycle is complete, cooker will switch to
(Warm mode) and timer will begin counting up for up to 24
hours.
• (Warm mode) can be used as a mode for keeping cooked
foods at serving temperature. Food must be hot enough to
prevent bacterial growth before using Warm setting. The Warm
setting should only be used after a recipe has been thoroughly
cooked. Do not reheat food on Warm setting. If food has been
cooked and then refrigerated, reheat it on Slow Cook LOW,
MEDIUM, or HIGH and then switch to WARM.
• (Delay Time) should only be used with non-perishable foods.
Do not use for recipes containing meat, fish, poultry, eggs or
milk. Follow USDA food safety guidelines and visit foodsafety.
gov for more information. To set a delay start time, select
cooking mode and adjust pressure level and cooking time if
necessary. Then, press (Delay/Cooking Time) button and
adjust to desired delay start time by pressing + or – button.
Countdown for delay time will start within 10 seconds. Selected
mode will begin when delay countdown is complete.
• (Stop/Cancel) cancels all functions, clears time and returns
display to “OFF.” Use at any time to stop cooking modes.
• Sound Off/On when Cooker is in standby mode, press and hold
the “-” button to turn sound off. Press and hold the “+” button to
turn sound on.
Using Non-Pressure Cook Modes
Figure 1

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Slow Cooking Tips
• The Cooking Pot should be at least 1/2 full for best results. If only
half-filled, check for doneness 1 to 2 hours earlier than recipe
time.
• Stirring is not necessary when slow cooking. Removing Lid
results in major heat loss and the cooking time may need to be
extended. However, if cooking on HIGH, you may want to stir
occasionally.
• If cooking soups or stews, leave a 2-inch (5 cm) space between
the top of the Cooking Pot and the food so that the recipe can
come to a simmer.
• Many recipes call for cooking all day. If your morning schedule
doesn’t allow time to prepare a recipe, do it the night before.
Place all ingredients in Cooking Pot, cover with Lid, and
refrigerate overnight. In the morning, simply place Cooking Pot
in Cooker and start cooking.
• Do not use frozen meat or poultry in Slow Cook Mode. Thaw any
meat or poultry before cooking.
• Some foods are not suited for extended cooking in a slow
cooker: pasta, seafood, milk, cream or sour cream should be
added 2 hours before serving. Evaporated milk or condensed
soups are perfect for slow cooking.
• The higher the fat content of meat, the less liquid is needed. If
cooking meat with a high fat content, place thick onion slices
underneath so meat will not sit on (and cook in) fat.
• Slow cookers allow for very little evaporation. If making your
favorite soup, stew, or sauce, reduce liquid called for in original
recipe. If too thick, liquid can be added later.
• If cooking a vegetable-type casserole, there will need to be liquid
in the recipe to prevent scorching on the sides of Cooking Pot.
• If cooking a recipe with root vegetables, place root vegetables in
the bottom of the Cooking Pot.

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Non-Pressure Cooking Modes Chart
DEFAULT
SETTINGS
Pressure
Valve
Position Mode Pressure Level Cook Time Cook Time Range Description and Recommendations
BROWN/SAUTÉ N/A 30 min
1 min – 30 min N/A Use for browning meats or poultry, or sautéing vegetables. Also use to
preheat Cooker to speed up pressure building. Cooker heats to 345°F
(174°C) before countdown begins.
Lid should be off while using this mode. Cook time will begin countdown
when Cooker has reached browning temperature.
SLOW COOK : A true slow cook function that uses lower temperatures and longer
cooking times to achieve tender, flavorful meals.
To select heat setting, press (Slow Cook Mode) button multiple
times to toggle through settings. Cook time begins countdown within 10
seconds. Once cycle is complete, Cooker will switch to WARM for up to
24 hours.
LOW N/A
8 hours 30 min – 20 hours OPEN
MEDIUM N/A
6 hours 30 min – 20 hours OPEN
HIGH N/A
4 hours 30 min – 20 hours OPEN
WARM
N/A 4 hours 10 min – 24 hours OPEN Warm setting should not be used to cook food, but used to keep already-
cooked food warm. Each program mode automatically switches to
WARM when cycle is complete.

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Care and Cleaning
wWARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard. Disconnect power before
cleaning. Do not immerse cord, plug, or base in any liquid.
1. Unplug unit. Allow to cool.
Remove Gasket from Lid by
pulling out from under metal ring.
NOTE: Gasket, Roasting Rack,
Rice Measuring Cup, Rice Paddle,
and Condensation Collector are
dishwasher-safe. DO NOT use
the “SANI” setting when washing
in the dishwasher. “SANI” cycle
temperatures could damage your
product.
2. Wipe Base with a soft, damp
cloth or sponge. To remove
stubborn spots, use a mild,
nonabrasive cleanser.
3. Pull up Steam Release Valve to
remove from Lid. Flip Lid over
and unscrew Steam Release
Valve Cover from underside of
Lid.
4. Hold Lid at an angle, and use
a small, soft brush to clear the
Float Valve, Steam Release
Valve Stem, and Pressure Relief
Safety Valve of any debris. Rinse
these areas with warm water.
5. Wash Cooking Pot, Steam
Release Valve, Steam Release
Valve Cover, and Lid with warm,
soapy water. Rinse and dry.
Ensure that Steam Release Valve,
Steam Release Valve Stem, Float
Valve, and Pressure Relief Safety
Valve are clean and free of
debris. Center of Steam Release
Valve Cover must be clear of
food and debris before cooking.
6. Replace Gasket and screw Steam
Release Valve Cover back onto
Steam Release Valve Stem to
underside of Lid. Flip Lid over
and replace Steam Release Valve
to topside of Lid (refer to “How
to Assemble” if needed).
NOTE: Use care when inserting
Gasket. Stretching Gasket will allow
steam to escape from between
Base and Lid.

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Troubleshooting
Display shows Error Codes 1-6.
• Unit is malfunctioning; call Customer Service or visit
www.hamiltonbeach.global
Cooker will not turn on.
• Make sure outlet is functioning properly.
• Check to be sure Power Cord is securely inserted into Power
Cord Port and securely plugged into outlet.
Lid is difficult to close.
• Make sure Gasket is inserted properly in the underside of Lid.
• If Cooker has been used to Brown/Sauté or is still warm from
previous cooking, there may be a small amount of pressure in
Cooker. Move Steam Release Valve to OPEN position, close Lid
and then move Valve to CLOSED position.
Lid will not lock.
• Gasket is not installed properly.
• Debris may be blocking Gasket or Valves. Make sure all are
clean and free of food.
Steam is escaping from Cooker during cooking.
• It is normal for some steam to come out of the Float Valve until
the Cooker comes to pressure and Lid is locked.
• Lid may not be closed and locked properly.
• Gasket may not be inserted properly or needs to be replaced.
• Valves or Gasket may need to be cleaned to remove debris.
See “Care and Cleaning.”
Lid cannot be removed.
• Pressure must be completely released before Lid is unlocked.
See “Releasing Steam” instructions in “Meet Your Pressure
Cooker.”
Spattering occurs when steam is released.
• Cooking Pot may be overfilled. Fill no more than 2/3 full, or
1/2 full for foods that expand, such as rice and beans.
• If spattering occurs, wear an oven mitt to protect hand and
release pressure in short bursts or allow to natural release.
Cooker takes too long to come to pressure.
• Amount of time to bring to pressure depends on amount of
liquid and food in Cooking Pot. Starting temperature of food
may also extend time.
Food is not done.
• More cooking time is needed. Reset cooking mode and adjust
for additional time, or set Cooker to BROWN/SAUTÉ and allow
food to simmer longer.
• If LOW pressure was used, try using HIGH pressure next time.
• Make sure there is enough liquid to create steam and build
pressure. A minimum of 1 cup (237 ml) liquid is recommended.
Food is overdone.
• Make sure the proper pressure and cooking time was selected.
• Reduce cooking time or select LOW pressure.

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