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Re: use of a WARN ATV winch for lift

If the motor is not a KOP motor, or explicitly allowed by <R45>, you need to remove the motor and replace it with a KOP motor. (<R46> bans all motors not allowed by <R45> or given in the KOP.)

Linear actuator: Almost certainly not KOP; replace the motor.
Winch: Again, the motor is almost certainly not KOP; replace it with an appropriate (legal) motor.

When replacing the motors, be prepared to have the inspectors verify that the motors are legal. They'll want to be able to see model numbers, or have other evidence that the motors are OK.
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