Lighted switches

[Arek]

I have decided to mod my JMD501 combo.
Simple mod: changing the black switches to ones that light up when engaged.
The power switch RED was easy. DONE.
The stand by switch ORANGE does not work as I want it (not lighting up when taking flipped down). No, it is not damaged.

1. I have tried the same connectors as on the original switch: TOP LEFT and BOTTOM LEFT.
The switch works as it should, but no light.

2. I have tried two bottom connectors: BOTTOM LEFT and BOTTOM RIGHT.
The light comes on, but the amp sounds like shit. Breaking up the sound as if it was stuttering.

3. I have tried TOP LEFT and BOTTOM LEFT, and then added a wire to connect TOP LEFT to BOTTOM RIGHT.
Same as 2 above.

How do I make it work without damaging the amp accidently?

[surfnorthwest]

I think the switch you bought is the wrong one, there are two different rocker switches.

[Arek]

Maybe.
Link to different switch?

[surfnorthwest]

Well these are the ones you need.

http://www.mojotone.com/amp-parts/amp-switches-rocker

I never changed out my standby switch so maybe its not meant to light up. I dont know for sure, should work.

[Arek]

How is it hooked up?
I have 2 wires on my current switch.

[Woodhead]

I can't tell you why , but I remember it talked about before and they said you can't use a lighted standby switch. No neutral possibly .

[guitarest]

Its more than possible... Even a redneck figured out how to do it, and I damn sure aint the sharpest knife in the drawer.

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