Creating an Action to turn off multiple layers

I am using CS4 and I was wondering if it's possible to create an action to turn off multiple layers. We have to save a version of our files with only one layer showing, and to manually turn of the unwanted layers is getting to be a pain. Thanks for the help!

Ok, here goes. An example would be a template for a spatula that’s available in 5 different colors. Each color has a different layer (named for its respective color). Then there may be a flashlight that only has 2 layers (for its respective colors). Each product would then have a “foreground” layer & an “imprint” layer. These layers have the same names on every product. I need to keep the imprint layer turned on, but turn off every other layer.
Sorry if I’ve completely confused you! J
Michelle Lovell
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Lakeville,Ma. 02347

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