Lewmar 68000917 Windlass Foot Switch, White, Up Direction, Deck Mount

The Lewmar 68000917 is a deck-mounted foot switch used to control the up direction of a windlass, letting the operator raise the anchor hands-free while working the bow. It is built from plastic and finished in white to suit deck hardware and hull colors on most boats. A hinged cover sits over the switch face to prevent accidental operation, protecting against unintended windlass activation from foot traffic, spray, or gear left on deck. The deck mount design allows it to be installed flush at the bow station alongside a matching down-direction switch for full windlass control from the deck. As a foot switch, it is wired into the windlass control circuit and operated by foot pressure, freeing the operator's hands for line and anchor handling during retrieval. This is a genuine Lewmar part, identified by Lewmar part number 68000917, and is sold as a single switch assembly for the up function. It weighs 0.29375 pounds, making it a lightweight, low-profile deck fitting. Boat owners replacing a worn, cracked, or non-responsive foot switch, or outfitting a new windlass installation, can use this part to restore or add up-direction foot control at the deck.

Specifications

• Brand: Lewmar
• Manufacturer Part Number: 68000917
• Product Type: Windlass Foot Switch
• Function/Direction: Up
• Color: White
• Mounting Type: Deck Mount
• Material: Plastic
• Special Feature: Hinged cover to prevent accidental operation
• Weight: 0.29375 pounds
• UPC: 743683328978

Frequently Asked Questions

What direction does the Lewmar 68000917 foot switch control? The Lewmar 68000917 is the up-direction foot switch, used to raise the anchor via the windlass. A separate switch is used for the down/lower function.

What color is this foot switch? It is white, matching Lewmar's standard deck hardware finish for the 68000917 foot switch.

How is the Lewmar 68000917 mounted? This foot switch is a deck-mount unit, installed flush into the deck at the bow control station.

What is the foot switch made of? The 68000917 foot switch is made of plastic, suited to the marine deck environment.

Does this switch have any protection against accidental activation? Yes, the Lewmar 68000917 has a hinged cover over the switch face that prevents accidental operation from foot traffic or gear on deck.

How much does the foot switch weigh? The Lewmar 68000917 weighs 0.29375 pounds.

Is this a genuine Lewmar part? Yes, this is a genuine Lewmar foot switch, part number 68000917.

What is included with the 68000917? The listing is for the single up-direction foot switch assembly, identified by Lewmar part number 68000917.

Can this foot switch be used to lower the anchor as well? No, the 68000917 is dedicated to the up function only; lowering the anchor requires the corresponding down-direction foot switch, a separate part number.

Is the foot switch operated by hand or foot? It is a foot-operated switch, allowing hands-free control of the windlass up function while working at the bow.

What is the UPC for this part? The UPC for the Lewmar 68000917 foot switch is 743683328978.

Why would I need to replace this foot switch? A cracked hinged cover, worn contacts, or a foot switch that no longer engages the windlass reliably are common reasons to replace the Lewmar 68000917.