Hoist with detachable power and control unit

Abstract

A hoist is powered by a separate power unit. The hoist unit includes: a motor, a mounting connector, a spool, webbing, auto cut-off and a first portion of a mating electrical connector. The control unit includes a hollow pole, a hook, a second portion of the mating electrical connector, a control switch, electrical circuitry and a battery pack.

1 . A hoist system comprising:
 a motor capable of moving a load,   a first portion of a mating power connector coupled to said motor;   a power unit, including:
 a second portion of said mating power connector, 
 a power coupling capable of coupling said second portion of said mating power connector to a power source; and 
 at least one motor control capable of activating and deactivating said motor when said power unit is connect to said motor assembly; 
   wherein said motor unit and said power unit are separable.