User manual for "Class8 Built-In ELD"

Class8 Built-In ELD Driver Manual

Welcome to Class8!
The Class8 Built-In ELD exists to help you stay efficient, compliant and safe.
This guide will get you started with the ELD application and will serve as a reference in case you
experience any issues.
Note: As per existing FMCSA regulations, a driver must include a physical copy of each of the
documents listed below in their CMV:
1. A copy of this Class8 Built-In ELD Driver Manual that describes how to operate the ELD.
2. An instruction sheet describing the data transfer mechanisms supported by this ELD and
step-by-step instructions for the driver to produce and transfer the driver's
hours-of-service records to an authorized safety official.
3. An instruction sheet describing ELD malfunction reporting requirements and
recordkeeping procedures during ELD malfunctions.
4. A supply of blank driver's records of duty status (RODS) graph-grids sufficient to record
the driver's duty status and other related information for a minimum of 8 days.

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Table of Contents
ELD Driver Manual
How to Setup the Class8 ELD
Download the Mobile Application
Login to the App
Select Your Truck
Update Log Form Data & Select Your Trailer
View Your HoS (Hours of Service)
Change Status / Drive
Break and Rest Clocks
Roadside Inspections / DOT Inspection Mode
Review Your Logs
Edit Your Logs
Certify Your Logs
End Your Shift
Understand ELD Alerts and Prompts
Malfunctions
Data Diagnostic Events
Exemptions
Additional ELD App Features
Additional Resources
DOT Instruction Sheet
Roadside Inspections
To send an ELD output file to the DOT:
Supporting Documents
DOT Inspection Mode Interface
Data Diagnostic and Malfunction Events Drivers Guide
Data Diagnostic Events
Malfunctions

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How to Setup the Class8 ELD
1. Class8 works with North American built Daimler and Freightliner trucks, 2019 model
years and newer (some exceptions may apply). This ELD only requires your compliant
truck and a compatible mobile device running the Class8 ELD application.
a. There is no separate ELD hardware to connect to your vehicle as the
necessary telematics hardware is already contained within your vehicle.

Download the Mobile Application
1. Open the Google Play Store (Android devices) or Apple App Store (iOS devices) and
search for Class8 Built-In ELD in the search bar.

2. Device requirements:
a. The minimum requirements to run the Class8 ELD app are:
i. Android  Android 7.0
ii. Apple / iOS: iOS 15.1
3. Orientation:
a. The app is designed to be used in portrait orientation but can be used in either
portrait or landscape orientation.
4. Update the App:
a. Always make sure youre using the most recent version of the app.
b. Most mobile devices have automatic updates on by default and will automatically
update your app when new versions are released.
c. To ensure youre on the most recent version of the app, open the Google Play
Store or Apple App Store and manually update the app. Note that you will only be
able to update the app if a newer version of the app is available.

Login to the App
1. Open the app and login using the credentials provided by your admin / management
team.
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a. If you are an Owner Operator or Admin setting up your account, complete the
onboarding process to create your username and password, then follow the
instructions below.
2. Enter your
a. Email
b. Password
3. Tap Login
4. If you have trouble logging in, contact your operations team or your Class8 Account
Manager.

Select Your Truck
1. When you login to the app you will be prompted to select your truck from a list of
available trucks.

2. Tap a truck to select it, then tap Confirm.

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3. You can also select / change your truck by tapping the three lines in the top right corner
of the app, then tapping Leave Vehicle. You will be taken to the vehicle selection screen
where you can select a new vehicle or logout (top right corner arrow).
4. To deselect your truck without selecting another one, log out of the app.

Update Log Form Data & Select Your Trailer
1. Use the app to enter log form data (e.g. trailer selected, shipping IDs).
2. To fill out a form, tap on Logs from the home screen.

a. Tap on todays logs or a previous days logs from the list.

b. Tap Form.

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c. To edit the form, tap Update at the bottom of the screen, fill out the required
fields, then tap Save.
d. To edit previously entered form data, complete the preceding step and add new
information / delete incorrect information.
3. Note that the following fields are autopopulated and cannot be edited:
a. Carrier Name.
b. Home Terminal.
c. 24H Period Starting Time.
d. Main Office.
e. If any of these fields are incorrect, contact your dispatch / admin team.

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View Your HoS (Hours of Service)
1. Visit the Home screen to see your current HoS status and remaining Hours of Service.
Your current status along with the amount of uninterrupted time youve spent in that
status will be shown in the rectangular button under the four countdown clocks.

2. The home screen shows four countdown clocks:
a. Time remaining until a break is required.
b. Drive Time.
c. Shift (On Duty) Time.
d. Cycle Time.
3. The bottom number shows the total amount of time allotted for each clock and the larger
number in the centre shows how much time is remaining.

Change Status / Drive
1. To change your current status, tap the rectangular Status button on the Home screen.

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