Mechanical Bell on Shabbos

Question

We have a completely mechanical doorbell. Is it permissible to use it on Shabbos?

Answer

If it emits a pleasant sound, it is forbidden. If it emits an unpleasant sound, there is a disagreement about this, and it is advisable to be stringent when there is no pressing need to use it.

Source

Shulchan Aruch (Orach Chaim, Chapter 338, Paragraph 1; Mishnah Berurah, subsections 2 and 4; Levush 338:1 cited in Shaar HaTziun subsection 6; Biur Halachah)

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