that's what I have Werner ladder one but same. I take it with me when out on the trail. Even helps me get spare in and out of back.

Exactly!I guess that front spool isn't gonna say no to turning.
My understanding is that the load reactive orbital valve go into a neutral state allowing fluid to flow to which ever side valve is being forced.Full hydraulic steering will go away completely if you shut the engine off. It’ll last a little while, but it will go away completely.
Martin