Goodman H8: High line voltage

Source: Goodman manual (PDF) (opens in a new tab) ↗ · Updated

Status codeH8Goodman
What does Goodman H8 mean?

High line voltage: the unit may seem to run normally, but the compressor protector may be open (compressor and outdoor fan off).

Call a pro: jump to when to call a pro Equipment type: AC / heat pump
How it shows: Outdoor control display reads H8

Goodman H8 is high line voltage. The unit may seem to run normally, while the compressor protector may be open, leaving the compressor and the outdoor fan off. The only listed cause is supply voltage above the specified range. This entry does not state a voltage number, so Carrier's approximately 180 V figure from code 46 does not belong on H8. Both steps are technician steps: check that voltage at the system is within specification, and if it is not, check the voltage wires and involve the electric company. If the voltage is already within specification, replace the board. H8 does not include L8's breaker check.

Likely causes

  • Supply voltage above the specified range

Safe checks for H8

  1. Techniciancheck that the voltage to the system is within specification; if not, check the voltage wires and involve the electric company if necessary
  2. Technicianif the voltage is within specification, 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 (and the electric company if the supply voltage is high).

Find a Goodman dealer (official locator, opens in a new tab) ↗

Email me this fix

We save your email and this page. Nothing is emailed. We'll only use your email for this request.

Privacy. Deletion requests go to the address on that page.

Request a filter and maintenance reminder

We save your email, this page, and the interval you pick. Nothing is emailed. We'll only use your email for this request.

Privacy. Deletion requests go to the address on that page.

Parts & tools for this fix

Taken from this code's causes or steps. A search link opens Amazon results and does not confirm a fit. Check the model number in the manual.

Multimeter for appliance and HVAC diagnosis: guide

In this code: Supply voltage above the specified range

This one is for a technician to test or replace, so we only explain it and do not link to buy it.

Related Goodman AC / heat pump codes

All Goodman AC / heat pump codes →Browse every code