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Goodman EE2: Pressure switch circuit is not closed

Ref. GOODMAN-EE2 · From the Goodman furnace manual · Updated 2026-10-23

Status codeEE2Goodman
What it means

Pressure switch circuit is not closed.

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How it shows: Shown on the control board 7-segment display: EE2 (induced draft blower runs, furnace does not light)

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§1Likely causes

  • Pressure switch hose blocked, pinched or connected improperly
  • Blocked flue and/or inlet air pipe
  • Blocked drain system
  • Weak induced draft blower
  • Incorrect pressure switch set point or malfunctioning switch contacts
  • Loose or improperly connected wiring

§2Safe DIY steps

  1. Check the outdoor flue and intake terminations for blockage (snow, debris, nests)
  2. Technicianinspect the pressure switch hose and repair or replace if necessary
  3. Technicianinspect flue/inlet piping length, elbows and termination
  4. Techniciancheck the drain system
  5. Techniciancheck induced draft blower performance and pressure switch operation
  6. Techniciantighten or correct wiring connections
Safety firstIf you smell gas, do not touch any electrical switch or use a phone in the building; leave immediately and call your gas supplier from outside. Turn off electrical power at the furnace switch or breaker before opening any panel, and never bypass or jumper a limit, rollout or pressure switch. Gas valve, burner, venting, wiring and control-board work should be done by a licensed HVAC technician.

§3When to call a pro

Call a licensed HVAC technician: if the vent terminations are clear and the code persists.

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