Abstract: A device for automatically controlling the pumping of fluids from a well of the type using a walking beam and positive displacement pump to provide efficient utilization of the pumping equipment and energy required therefor, and to obtain efficient flow rates from the wall. A sensor detects the position of the walking beam at a predetermined position on the up-stroke of its pumping cycle and generates a signal to a control unit. A diaphram detects the pressure differential between the well casing pressure and the fluid delivery tube pressure. The diaphram moves a spring biased plunger which actuates a switch upon a predetermined pressure differential existing between the casing and delivery tube which sends a second signal to the control unit. The control unit upon receiving both signals maintains the pumping unit energizes until the pressure differential on the diaphram drops to a predetermined value preventing the plunger from actuating the switch.