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[December 09, 2013]  According to Recalls.org, a nonprofit organization, the following recalls were issued by various federal and state agencies during the week ending Dec. 7: 

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DECEMBER 3 

BOILERS 

Crown Boiler is recalling Gas-fired hot water boilers sold nationwide from May 2005 to July 2013. The air pressure switch can fail to shut down the burners in the event that there is a blockage in the vent system allowing the boiler to emit excessive amounts of carbon monoxide, posing a CO poisoning hazard. 

This recall involves Crown Boiler CWD series cast iron hot water boilers that use natural gas or liquid petroleum to heat water in home baseboard, floor or radiator heating systems. The Crown Boiler logo is on the front of the boiler. Recalled boilers have model numbers that begin with CWD and were manufactured between May 1, 2005 and July 1, 2013. Complete list can be found at www.recalls.org

Consumers contact the installer or distributor from whom they purchased the boiler or Crown Boiler at (855) 688-0776 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET or online at www.crownboiler.com to schedule a free in-home repair. More info at www.recalls.org

MATTRESSES 

L&F International Trade is recalling Mattresses and mattresses with foundations sold in Maryland and Washington, DC from November 2011 to July 2012. The mattresses fail to meet the mandatory federal open flame standard for mattresses, posing a fire hazard. 

This recall involves L&F International Trade's renovated (rebuilt) twin, full, queen and king-size mattresses and mattresses with foundations. The recalled mattresses have a yellow tag with "L&F International Trade Inc., 10726A Tucker St., Beltsville, MD 20705" printed on them. 

Remedy: Consumer should contact L&F International Trade at (301) 595-1062 from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and arrange to have the recalled mattress sets returned and have a compliant rebuilt mattress or mattress set delivered free of charge. More info at www.recalls.org.

DECEMBER 4

BICYCLE DERAILLEURS 

SRAM is recalling Bicycle chain derailleurs sold nationwide from September 2012 to March 2013. The rear derailleur's rear pivot pin can loosen or dislodge causing the rear derailleur to jam or interfere with the wheel, posing a fall hazard. 

The SRAM RED WiFLi Rear Derailleur is a device that moves a bicycle chain gears on the rear wheel. The name SRAM RED and the serial number of the derailleur are located on the back of the inner pulley wheel cage plate and visible when looking thru the spokes of the bicycle wheel.  Serial numbers can be found at www.recalls.org

Consumers who bought the derailleurs as a stand-alone product can take them to the place of purchase for a free replacement or contact SRAM at (800) 346-2928 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday CT or online at www.sram.com for instructions on how to return the recalled product for the free replacement. More info at www.recalls.org. 

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GIRLS' JACKET SETS 

David's Place Off Price Clothing Co. Inc is recalling Wearever Girl's Hooded Jacket Sets sold exclusively at Burlington Coat Factory in August 2013. The jackets sold with the set have drawstrings through the hood which pose a strangulation hazard.  

This recall includes Wearever Girl brand girl's long sleeve zip-up 100% cotton hooded jackets sold as a set with brown pants. The brown hooded jackets have thin aqua, light pink and light green horizontal stripes and sold in girl's sizes 7 to 16. "Wearever Girl" is printed on a label on the back inside neck of the jackets and on the pants. 

Consumers should remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard. Consumers can also contact David's Place at (888) 394-1398 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday to obtain a return address label and instructions for returning the garment for a full refund. More info at www.recalls.org.

RATTLES 

Manhattan Group is recalling Manhattan Toy® Quixel™ baby rattles sold nationwide and in Canada from September 2011 to October 2013. The colored arches can break, creating a small part which poses a choking hazard. 

his recall includes the Manhattan Toy® Quixel™ baby rattle. The plastic rattles have four, colored arches (red, orange, green and blue) with sliding beads on each of the arches. "Manhattan Toy" is printed on one of the arches.  

Consumers should return the rattle to the store where purchased for a full refund. 

Consumers can also contact Manhattan Group at (800) 541-1345 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.manhattantoy.com. More info at www.recalls.org

SCOOTERS 

K2 Sports is recalling Revo Kick kickboards/scooters sold nationwide from March 2010 to September 2013. The front assembly of the kickboards/scooters can break and the handle can detach or partially detach, causing loss of control or loss of balance. 

This recall involves K2 Revo Kick kickboards/scooters with item code I10700100. Revo Kick and the item code are printed on a sticker on the underside of the deck. The deck has a red, white and blue design with K2 printed on it. 

Consumers should contact K2 Sports at (866) 302-9996 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.k2sports.com for a full refund. More info at www.recalls.org.

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