The Kidde 276A-REL is a single-action manual release station built for fire suppression system activation. Lift the cover, pull the handle, and the station latches in the activated position until manually reset with the included key. Break glass operation provides tamper evidence and prevents accidental discharge - critical on release circuits where a false pull means an expensive clean agent dump.
Built for the commercial installer
Same rugged LEXAN 940 construction as the Kidde 276B fire alarm series, purpose-built for suppression release applications. The cream finish and "MANUAL RELEASE" labeling clearly differentiate it from fire alarm stations per code requirements. Mounts semi-flush on a standard 4" square box or surface with the optional 276B-RSB back box - same prep as any pull station already on the job.
Key features
- Single-action operation: lift cover, pull handle - latches until reset with the included 276-K1 key
- Break glass activation provides tamper evidence and prevents accidental system discharge
- LEXAN 940 construction handles high-traffic commercial environments without cracking or fading
- Surface or semi-flush mounting on standard 4" square electrical boxes (min depth 2-1/4")
- UL and ULC listed for code-compliant suppression release installations
- Screw terminal field connections for fast, reliable wiring to the releasing panel
System requirements
Connects to the fire suppression panel's release circuit via screw terminals. Compatible with conventional releasing panels that accept dry contact inputs. For semi-flush mounting, use a standard North-American 4" square box with single gang plaster cover (minimum depth 2-1/4" / 57mm). For surface mounting, order the 276B-RSB surface back box separately.
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