System and method for controlling operation of a loader
OwnerJames Warkentineinventor
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Abstract
A method of controlling a loader operation using a control system is provided. The system is intended for use on a conventional skid steer loader of the type having either a cab with an integral door for operator access to the cab or a door kit installed thereon. The system includes a door position sensing means for sensing a position of the door of the cab. A disabling means of the system is provided for disabling a lift mechanism of the loader in response to detection that door of the cab is not fully closed by the door position sensing means. The disabling means may comprise a mechanism for coupling the door position sensing means to an existing disabling system of the lift of the vehicle.
Claims20
A method of controlling operation of a loader having a cab with a door for operator access to the cab and a lift mechanism for raising and lowering a load supported thereon, the method comprising:
- sensing a position of the door of the cab;
- and
- disabling the lift mechanism of the loader in response to detection that the door of the cab is not fully closed.
A control system for a loader having a cab with a door for operator access to the cab and a lift mechanism for raising and lowering a load supported thereon, the system comprising:
- door position sensing means for sensing a position of the door of the cab;
- and
- a disabling means for disabling the lift mechanism of the loader in response to detection that the door of the cab is not fully closed by the door position sensing means.
A loader comprising:
- a cab with a door for operator access to the cab;
- a lift mechanism for raising and lowering a load supported thereon;
- door position sensing means for sensing a position of the door of the cab;
- and
- a disabling means for disabling the lift mechanism of the loader in response to detection that the door of the cab is not fully closed by the door position sensing means.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.