Status codeEE3Goodman
What it means
Primary limit circuit is open.
Basic checks firstfurnace
How it shows: Shown on the control board 7-segment display: EE3 (circulator blower runs continuously, no heat)
§1Likely causes
- Insufficient conditioned air over the heat exchanger
- Blocked filters
- Restrictive ductwork
- Improper circulator blower speed or failed circulator blower motor
- Loose or improperly connected wiring in the high limit circuit
§2Safe DIY steps
- Turn off power, then check and clean or replace the air filter
- Make sure supply and return registers are open and not blocked
- Techniciancheck circulator blower speed and performance; correct speed or replace motor if necessary
- Techniciantighten or correct wiring in the high limit circuit
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 a clean filter and open registers do not clear the code, or it returns.
Find a local HVAC pro →§4Other Goodman codes
E11Goodman
Open rollout switch.
E10GoodmanGrounding fault / poor neutral connection.
EE1GoodmanPressure switch circuit is closed at the start of the heating cycle.
EE0GoodmanFurnace lockout after too many ignition retries (3 total): flame failed to establish or was lost after establishment.
EE2GoodmanPressure switch circuit is not closed.
EE4GoodmanFlame sensed with no call for heat.