It seems to be a common thing for the relists to come off the free promotion quota with the 150. Doesn't happen all the time, but I have heard others mention it.

Yes,  they are coming off my 150 already .... I don't mind though, it's a real bonus on top of the 100 promotion.  

thanks...the second link you put there worked for moi...:)

work work work now...

I know you addressed your question to dot, but I just happened to be here, so thought I would answer.  

If you want to use the 150 free, just accept the offer.  

No it doesn't come up on eBay messages, but it is not a scam if that is what you were thinking.