Goodman EE: Board misoperation

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What does Goodman EE mean?

Board misoperation: the manual lists welded compressor relay contacts as the error condition.

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How it shows: Outdoor control display reads EE

Goodman EE is board misoperation. The manual names welded compressor relay contacts as the error condition, and the display reads EE. Causes are those welded contacts and wires landed on the wrong terminals. Both steps are technician steps: check that every wire is on the correct terminal, and if one is not, turn the power off, move it, and power the system back on. If the wiring is already correct, replace the board. Code EE is control-board and wiring diagnosis. It is not a charge check and not a line-voltage reading.

Likely causes

  • Compressor relay contacts welded
  • Wires landed on the wrong terminals

Safe checks for EE

  1. Techniciancheck that all wires are landed on the correct terminals; if not, turn off power, correct them and power the system back on
  2. Technicianif wiring is correct, replace the board
Safety firstOutdoor units carry line voltage even when the thermostat is off. Switch off the unit's disconnect and breaker before touching anything. Refrigerant, wiring, compressor and control-board work must be done by a licensed HVAC technician.

Capacitors can hold a charge after the power is off. Safety terms.

When to call a pro

Call a licensed HVAC technician: this needs control board and wiring diagnosis.

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