Ding Ding
Ding ding! Know the signals

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PUSH ONCE To make the most of your ride on a Routemaster, learn how to use the bell.

If you want to get off at the next stop, push the button once.

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TEAM WORK

The conductor also uses the bell to signal to the driver.

1 ring
Stop at the next stop

2 rings
Sart moving or go past the next stop without stopping.

3 rings
The bus is full - don't pick up any more passengers.

4 rings
I am in need of assistance.

conductor

A conductor and a Routemaster (not to scale).

Routemaster

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