
Because each manual station occupies only one address on the multiplex bus, it can be addressed for any point within the 9 to 255 range allowed by the multiplex expansion module. These manual stations are generally installed near building exits such as stairways and doors, allowing persons evacuating the building to activate the fire alarm. They have optional scored acrylic breakrods and a pull handle that locks in the activated position, to allow easy identification of alarm activation points.