What is the Hazard Warning Flasher Called?
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The hazard warning flasher is officially called the 'hazard warning signal light,' commonly referred to as the 'double flasher.' It is a signal light on a vehicle, primarily used to alert other vehicles and pedestrians that the vehicle is experiencing a special situation, prompting them to yield in time. When to use the hazard warning flasher: When the vehicle breaks down: If the vehicle encounters a malfunction while driving and cannot be moved to a safe area promptly, the hazard warning flasher should be activated immediately to alert passing vehicles and pedestrians for safety. Additionally, call for help and wait for assistance. Breakdown on the highway: If the vehicle breaks down on the highway, it should be parked in the emergency stopping lane, and the hazard warning flasher should be turned on immediately. Place a warning sign 150 meters behind the vehicle and call for help promptly. The driver and passengers should wait outside the guardrail in front of the vehicle. Towing a malfunctioning vehicle: When towing a malfunctioning vehicle, both the towing vehicle and the towed vehicle should activate the hazard warning flasher simultaneously to alert passing vehicles and pedestrians, especially those behind, to avoid sudden lane changes or insufficient safety distance, which could lead to dangerous situations. Sudden heavy rain while driving: In case of sudden heavy rain during the day or night, when visibility is extremely low and stopping is not an option, the hazard warning flasher should be turned on immediately to alert others for safety. Transporting critically ill patients: When rushing to transport a critically ill patient, turn on the headlights along with the hazard warning flasher, honk appropriately, and display clear external markings to alert others for safety. Emergency brake failure while driving: If the vehicle experiences brake failure while driving and cannot stop promptly, turn on the headlights and hazard warning flasher, honk continuously, and take necessary measures such as downshifting or other safety precautions. Temporary parking on the road: When temporarily parked on the road, especially in non-motorized lanes or borrowed lanes, activate the hazard warning flasher immediately to alert others. The driver should not leave the vehicle casually. Vehicle involved in an accident: If the vehicle is involved in an accident, activate the hazard warning flasher immediately, alert others, and call for help or wait for further handling. Other situations: When the vehicle is reversing or making a U-turn; when a training vehicle is practicing; when performing or assigned special tasks; special circumstances on the highway.
