This is an instructional sheet sent out with each of our Waltco super switches. This explains the replacement process and is provided by the manufacturer, Waltco lift gate.
Purchase a new switch
Looking to purchase a super switch? Click here for Super Switch PN: 80000425
Replacement Information and Instructions
New Push Button Control Switch
Replacement Switches do not use a ground wire.
The new switch wiring colors have also changed.
Green - Power
White - Power
Black - Lower
Wire Routing
Wires must not overlap each other before mounting. Do NOT cross wires.
Wires must also clear the plastic extrusions on the switch before mounting

Color Codes – Connect wires per chart below
Function | Before 4/2004 | 04/2004 to 03/2008 | After 03/2008 |
---|---|---|---|
Power | Green | Red | Green |
Raise | White | Green | White |
Lower | Black | Black | Black |
Ground | N/A | White | N/A |
Heat shrink all connections. If switch cord and pump unit have plug in connectors, new switch should plug directly into existing gendered connectors on pump, regardless of wire colors.


WDL inside controls
New 3-wire switch to replace 4-wire switch.
These instructions assume that the existing four-wire inside harness will be reused.
Remove old Switch, and cut wires just below old splices.
Splice wires, and heat shrink connectors.
Important: Switch wires should always be protected from sharp edges.
This switch 80000425 has not been manufactured by Waltco since 2016. Click here for more information on the correct replacement switch.
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