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Alarm Bell

A warning bell triggered by lack of grain in the HOPPER; also a bell which gives warning for anything else, e.g. from a small flood wheel. Also known as a warbler.

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Alternative terms

Term Language Region
Bell Alarm English
Feed Alarm English
Warbler English
Warning Bell English

See also