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[September 15, 2008]  The following recalls were issued by various federal and state agencies during the week ending Sept. 13: 

RestaurantSCUBA EQUIPMENT 

Aqua Lung USA is recalling Titan DIN 1st Stage Scuba Regulators and Titan/Conshelf DIN Scuba Adaptors sold nationwide from January 1997 to September 2008. Over-tightening of the DIN retainer by a technician during installation can result in the retainer breaking under pressure, a rapid escape of air from the scuba cylinder, and the regulator detaching from the scuba cylinder. This poses a drowning hazard. 

The recalled regulators have a brass DIN retainer manufactured prior to June 2006. The recalled Aqua Lung Titan Din 1st Stage regulators have serial numbers lower than 6062501 stamped on the side of the regulator's body. Recalled Titan/Conshelf DIN adaptors are marked "300 BAR MAX" on the side of the part.. 

Consumers should return the equipment to any authorized Aqua Lung dealer for a free replacement DIN retainer. 

Consumers can also contact Aqua Lung at (877) 253-3483 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit www.aqualung.com. More info at www.recalls.org

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REMOTE CONTROLLED HELICOPTERS 

Ashley Collection Inc., d.b.a. Protocol is recalling "Protocol" Remote-Controlled Mini Helicopter Toys sold nationwide from October 2007 to December 2007.  The rechargeable battery inside the helicopter can overheat. This can result in the helicopter's body melting, as well as a risk of fire or burns. 

This recall involves the "Protocol" remote-controlled mini helicopter toys with model number starting with 1442. The helicopter is made of foam and plastic and measures about 7 inches long. "Protocol" is printed on the tail and on the side of the helicopter. "1442-X" can be found on the packaging. The remote-control component measures 5 1/2 inches by 4 3/4 inches. 

Consumers should contact Protocol at (800) 261-1193 between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. ET for information on how to receive a replacement helicopter or visit www.protocoldesign.com. More info at www.recalls.org.

SIMPLICITY BASSINETS 

Some bassinets in the Simplicity recall announced August 28, 2008 include the Graco logo and "Winnie the Pooh" motif licensed by Disney Consumer Products. Consumers are urged to check their bassinets to ensure they are not using one of the recalled Simplicity models, including those with the Graco logo or "Winnie the Pooh" motif. 

The Simplicity bassinets with the Graco logo were sold between 2001 and 2004. The Simplicity bassinets with the "Winnie the Pooh" motif were sold between 2002 and 2008. 

The following retailers have agreed to recall the product and provide a refund or store credit to consumers who return the product to the store where purchased:

  • Wal-Mart Stores Inc., Bentonville, Ark.

  • Toys "R" Us Inc., Wayne, N.J.

  • Kmart Corp., Hoffman Estates, Ill.

  • Big Lots!, Columbus, Ohio

  • Target, Minneapolis, Minnesota

  • J.C. Penney, Plano, Texas

  • AAFES, Dallas, Texas

  • Amazon.com, LLC Seattle, WA

  • Bed Bath & Beyond, Union, NJ

  • Burlington Coat Factory, Burlington, NC

  • Buy Buy Baby Garden City, NY

  • Chelsea&Scott LTD (One Step Ahead),
    Lake Bluff, IL

  • CSN Stores of Boston, MA

  • Fingerhut Direct Marketing, Eden Prairie, MN

  • Frogs and Lily Pads, St. Johnsbury, VT

  • Kohl's Department Stores, Menomonee Falls, WI

  • ShopKo Stores, Inc., Green Bay, WI

  • Sweet Pea Décor, North Beach, MD

  • USA Baby #47, Overland Park, KS

  • USA Baby #58, Brookfield, WI

  • USA Baby #136, Berlin, CT

  • USA Baby #141, Waipahu, HI

  • USA Baby #142, Virginia Beach, VA

  • USA Baby #147, Clovis, CA

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The Simplicity 3-in-1 and 4-in-1 convertible bassinets contain metal bars that are covered by an adjustable fabric flap which is attached by velcro. The fabric is folded down when the bassinet is converted into a bed-side co-sleeping position. If the velcro is not properly re-secured when the flap is adjusted, an infant can slip through the opening and become entrapped in the metal bars and suffocate. More info at www.recalls.org

GAS BOILERS 

PB Heat LLC is recalling Gas Boilers sold nationwide from May 2007 to July 2008. The pressure switch could have an internal defect that could fail to shut down the boilers under vent or air inlet blockage. This switch defect could allow the boilers to produce excessive levels of carbon monoxide, posing a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. 

This recall involves the DE and PSC II Gas Fired Cast Iron Boilers with the Endura Plastics Model ES2035 pressure switch used for home heating and domestic hot water heating. The boilers were available in either natural or LP gas. The boiler rating label is located on the top jacket panel on Series PSCII models and the left side jacket panel on the Series DE models. A complete of the model names and serial numbers can be found at www.recalls.org

Consumers should contact their installer immediately for a free safety inspection and repair, if necessary. 

Consumers can also contact PB Heat at (877) 257-3300 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit www.peerlessboilers.com. More info at www.recalls.org

Misc

RUGS SOLD BY JC PENNEY 

JLA Home is recalling Zebra Rugs sold exclusively by JC Penney nationwide from December 2007 to July 2008. The rugs do not meet the federal flammability standard for small rugs and do not have the required flammability warning label. 

The recalled rug measures 30'' x 54'' and has a black-and-white zebra skin design. The rug was sold under J.C. Penney item number MF728-1050, which is located on the product's packaging. 

Consumers should contact JLA Home at (866) 456-8852 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday to receive a warning label or visit www.jlahome.com. More info at www.recalls.org.

[Text copied from Recalls.org]

Mowers

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