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Red resettable manual call point for fire alarm systems
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Manual Call Points Explained: Types, Siting & Colours (BS 5839-1)

Manual call points let anyone raise the fire alarm. Learn the difference between Type A and Type B, resettable and glass elements, BS 5839-1 siting and height, call point colours, covers and weekly testing.

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