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Emergency steering for loaders

This system enables limited steering in case of failure of the steering pump or if the engine stalls in an unusual way.

Description

In case of failure of the steering system of the engine there is a high risk for the operator to lost the control of the loader and have an accident that could have dramatic concequences.

In order to mitigate this risk, Sandvik has designed the Emergency steering system for loaders. This system enables limited steering in case of failure of the steering pump or if the engine stalls in an unusual way.

The emergency steering system activates automatically, but can also be activated manually by pushing and holding a button on the dashboard. It is interlocked if the emergency stop is activated or cabin door is open.
Advantages

-Emergency steering system enable limited steering in case of failure of steering pump or engine stalling.
Customer values

-Improves operator safety and reduces risk of entrapment in the operator’s compartment in case the engine stalls and equipment is fully articulated

Product specifications

Application area: Safety and environmental improvement
Loaders: Sandvik LH621i / Sandvik LH514E / Sandvik LH517i / Sandvik LH517 / Sandvik LH514 / Sandvik LH410 / Sandvik LH307 / Sandvik LH209L / Sandvik LH203 / Sandvik LH202 / Sandvik LH515i / Sandvik LH514iE / Sandvik LH518iB / Sandvik LH625iE