A lot of people that use ELDs like KT also use their personal phones to pair with it, the DOT has specified that when using a smart phone device it needs to be mounted to the dash so the driver can see it at all times. Is anyone aware of any restrictions for using a windshield mounted smart phone holder or have theirs sitting on top of the dash with a smart phone holder? I can see a DOT inspector finding a reason to write a ticket for "restricted field of view" etc..
ELD Mounting Location
Discussion in 'ELD Forum | Questions, Answers and Reviews' started by Proxy, Apr 1, 2019.
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Proxy Thanks this.
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The short answer is here ---> Regulations and the long, gory "exact number of inches and placements" type of details are found by clicking the PDF file on that page. -
We use an LG tablet to run our ELD program on, it's mounted in a cradle to the side of the dash down low, not visible. My phone is not connected to it, and it sits in a cradle at dash level.
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It has to be in a place the driver can verify it is working and can reach to either side of the truck for a roadside inspection.
I would try and stay away from windsheild mounting as some placee like Houston Texas are really not keen on it.
RAM Mounts has some great stuff for mounting tablets and other devices. -
Got a violation for the ELD mounted on windshield in Arizona today. Gonna dispute seeing trooper does not understand federal law concerning CMV.
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§ 393.60 Glazing in specified openings.
Prohibition on obstructions to the driver's field of view -
(1) Devices mounted on the interior of the windshield.
(i) Antennas, and similar devices must not be mounted more than 152 mm (6 inches) below the upper edge of the windshield. These devices must be located outside the area swept by the windshield wipers, and outside the driver's sight lines to the road and highway signs and signals.
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