Which of the following fixed temperature heat-actuated fire detectors can be reused after it has detected a fire?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option D — bi-metallic snap-disc
Bi-metallic snap-disc detectors utilize a pre-calibrated disc that flexes at a specific temperature to close contacts and resets automatically upon cooling. Unlike fusible metals or liquid expansion bulbs that require component replacement, snap-discs are fully reusable.
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