Maple Armor FW2721 Addressable Dual-Action Manual Fire Alarm Pull Station (Key Reset)

Description

The Maple Armor FW2721 Dual Action Pull Station is an intelligent, addressable manual emergency call point engineered to deliver instant life-safety initiation across commercial, educational, and industrial facilities.

Operating seamlessly on the Signaling Line Circuit (SLC) of Maple Armor FW2105 and FW2107 panels, this manual station consumes a single address to report immediate manual evacuation triggers. The unit features an intuitive dual-action design (Push In and Pull Down) that prevents accidental activation in high-traffic corridors.

Compliant with UL 38, ULC-S528, and ADA mounting guidelines, the Maple Armor FW2721 Dual Action Pull Station includes an authorized key-operated reset mechanism that allows rapid system restoration after emergency drills or alarms.

Technical Specifications Table

Dual-Action False Alarm Prevention & Authorized Key Restoration

The primary design advantage of the Maple Armor FW2721 Dual Action Pull Station is its two-step physical initiation process.

In high-density public areas such as school hallways, hotel lobbies, and hospitals, standard single-action pull handles are vulnerable to accidental bumps or vandalism. The Maple Armor FW2721 Dual Action Pull Station requires the operator to push the upper plate inward before pulling the main handle down, ensuring only intentional alarms are initiated.

Once pulled, the handle locks firmly into place, revealing a distinct mechanical flag and illuminating the red LED to provide immediate confirmation to first responders. Authorized maintenance personnel can unlock and restore the pull station using a standard service key without dismantling the unit or replacing internal glass rods.

• Two-Step Operation: Dual-action mechanical latching prevents accidental activations from passing crowds or maintenance equipment.
• Digital SLC Addressing: Rapidly programmed using the FW2411 handheld electronic programmer, eliminating mechanical rotary dials.
• Keyed Reset Security: Built-in key-lock ensures that only authorized facility personnel can reset the station following an event.
• ADA-Compliant Ergonomics: Operates with less than 5 lbs of pulling force, fulfilling strict international accessibility standards.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How does the dual-action mechanism operate on the Maple Armor FW2721 Dual Action Pull Station?
A: The user first pushes inward on the upper hinge plate to clear the mechanical block, then pulls down on the main handle to latch the station and send an immediate alarm signal to the central panel.

Q2: Does the FW2721 require replacement glass rods after every activation?
A: No. The FW2721 uses a resettable mechanical latching system. Maintenance staff simply insert the standard reset key to unlock the station and swing the cover open to restore normal operation.

Q3: How many addresses does this pull station occupy on the fire alarm loop?
A: It occupies only one logical address on the Maple Armor Signaling Line Circuit (SLC) loop, supporting up to 252 total points per circuit.

Q4: What mounting height is required by fire safety codes?
A: Under NFPA 72 and ADA guidelines, the operable part of the manual pull station must be mounted between 42 inches and 48 inches above the finished floor level.

Q5: What electrical boxes are compatible with the FW2721?
A: It mounts flush onto standard North American single-gang electrical junction boxes or surface mounts using a compatible deep red surface-mount box.

Q6: Which fire alarm control panels are compatible with the FW2721 manual station?
A: It is fully compatible with Maple Armor Series 2 control panels, including the FW2105 multi-loop panel and the FW2107 dual-hazard releasing panel.