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Filtrete™ Ultra Quiet Compact Air Purifier (FAP00-RS-2) and replacement filters (FAPF00)
We have been advised by 3M, that they are recalling their Filtrete™ Ultra Quiet Compact Air Purifier (FAP00-RS-2) and its replacement filters (FAPF00) because, on rare occasions, the device may overheat. For this reason 3M have decided to voluntarily recall this product.
If you have this product we urge you to immediately unplug it and stop using it. Please call the Filtrere Customer Helpline on 08001218692 or visit www.filtrete.co.uk/FAP00-RS-2webcontactform to find out how to return the product and how to arrange delivery of your replacement.
3M apologises to customers for the inconvenience and will replace recalled products with the Filtrete Ultra Quiet Compact Air Purifier FAP01-RS-2 model - an upgraded replacement.
If you also have any spare FAPF00 filters (other than the one supplied with the machine), they will be replaced with FAPF02 filters for your new model.
No other models of Filtrete™ Air Purifiers are affected by this recall.
Boots Hot Water Bottles
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We've discovered a potential safety problem with Boots hot water bottles, bought between October 2005 and January 2007.
Because our customers' safety is important to us we've stopped selling the affected Boots hot water bottles and we're asking customers to return them to us. We're taking this measure because we've identified that there is a risk of the bottle splitting during use.
The affected hot water bottles were all manufactured in 2005 and were coloured in cream, blue and red. To check if you have one of the affected hot water bottles, please look at the circle on the back of the neck of the bottle. If the number moulded in the inner circle is 05, please stop using this product and return it to your nearest Boots store where you'll receive a replacement.
If your hot water bottle is inside a cover, you only need return the hot water bottle for an exchange, as the cover isn't affected. If you've bought this item for someone else would you please let them know about this as soon as possible.
Should you have any queries, please speak to someone at your local Boots store or call the Boots Customer Care Team free from a BT or Eirecom landline on:
United Kingdom: 0800 915 0004
Minicom users: 0800 915 0740
Republic of Ireland: 1800 509 115
Minicom users: 1800 777 666
We're very sorry for any inconvenience this may cause you.
Boots Microwarmer Sold between 1997 and 1999 (item code: 46-05-349)
If you are still using a Boots Microwarmer you are at risk of personal injury. The risk increases as the product gets older. If you have one please stop using it immediately and return it to your nearest Boots store for a full refund.
If any of your friends or family have a Boots Microwarmer, please ask them to return it to us immediately.
If you have any questions, please ask a member of the Boots store team.
If you can't get to a Boots store, please contact Boots Customer Service, free, on: United Kingdom 0800 316 3164
Republic of Ireland International freephone number 1800 509 115
Email: btc.cshelpdesk@boots.co.uk
We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
Recall notice issued: 10/2001
Microwarmer item codes: 24-05-512 & 31-32-765
Boots Travel Kettle (item code 59-03-718)
As part of our ongoing quality-monitoring programme we've discovered a problem with this product. We've found that under certain conditions the switch can develop a fault allowing the kettle to boil longer than expected, so as a precautionary measure, we're recalling this product from our customers.
The safety and wellbeing of all our customers is very important to us so we're asking you stop using the kettle immediately. Please return it to your nearest Boots store where we'll offer you another product or a full refund.
If you've bought this product for someone else would you please let them know about this as soon as possible.
Boots apologise for any inconvenience. If you need any further advice then please speak to someone at your local Boots store or call the Boots Customer Care Team on 0800 915 0004.
Minicom users can call 0800 915 0740.
Umberto Giannini Big Blow Out dryer (Item: 5537029)
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As part of our ongoing quality-monitoring programme we've discovered aproblem with this product. We've found that under certain conditions the internalmotor of the dryer can develop a fault allowing pieces of plastic to fall from the nozzle of dryer in use. So, as a precautionary measure, we're recalling this product from our customers.
The safety and wellbeing of all our customers is very important to us so we're asking that if you've bought this dryer since October 2010 please stop using the dryer immediately. Please return it to your nearest Boots store where we'll offer you an alternative product or a full refund.
If you've bought this product for someone else would you please let them know about this as soon as possible.
Boots apologise for any inconvenience. If you need any further advice then please speak to someone at your local Boots store or call the Boots Customer Care Team on< 0800 915 0004.
Minicom users can call 0800 915 0740.
St?rimar - Isotonic 100ml
Batch Numbers: FE1248b & FE1249
Item Code: 44-69-135
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Church & Dwight UK LTD have brought to our attention that two batches of St?rimar – Isotonic 100ml, a natural isotonic sea water nasal spray, has had to be quarantined as it's unsuitable for sale. These batches (FE1248b and FE1249) may contain some microbiological contamination, which would have no impact for the majority of users. It could cause some users (for example, those who have had nasal or sinus surgery or who have a weaker immune system) to experience symptoms, which may lead to seeking medical advice.
As Boots and Church & Dwight UK LTD consider the health and safety of customers our number one priority, we've taken the decision to recall the affected batches immediately.
The only batch numbers affected are FE1248b and FE1249 of St?rimar – Isotonic 100ml.
Please return this to any Boots store, at your earliest convenience, where our people in store will happily offer an exchange, for an alternative product, or a full refund.
If you've bought this product for someone else would you please let them know about this as soon as possible.
We're sorry for any inconvenience this may cause you. If you do have any concerns or need any further advice then please speak with Church & Dwight directly on 0800 055 6993.
| Recall number: 01001107 | Recall issued: December 2011 |
No7 Completely Quenched Moisturising Body Lotion
Batch 1KK
Item Code 59-66-280
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As part of our ongoing quality monitoring programme we've identified a problem with the above product. In a very small number of cases it has been found that an incorrect formulation is in the tube. The comfort and wellbeing of our customers is very important to us so we're asking you to stop using any affected product immediately and return it to your nearest Boots store where you'll receive an exchange, alternative product or a refund.
To check if you've any of the affected batch you'll find the code embossed on the crimp at the end of the tube. The batch number is imprinted into the plastic although it might be difficult to see. If the code is 1KK, then please return the tube to us. If you can't read the batch number then, of course, we'll still be happy for you to return this to any store.
If you've bought this for someone else would you please let them know about this as soon as possible. No other batch or No7 product is affected by this recall.
We're sorry for any inconvenience this may cause you. If you do have any concerns or need any further advice then please speak to someone at your local Boots store or call the Boots Customer Care Team on 0800 915 0004. Minicom users can call 0800 915 0740.
| Recall number: 1001122 | Recall date: January 2012 |


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