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Bryant 23: Pressure switch did not open

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What does Bryant 23 mean?

Pressure switch did not open. The chart says to check for obstructed pressure tubing or a pressure switch stuck closed.

Homeowner part this code names: furnace pressure switch hose.

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How it shows: Amber LED on a Bryant 80% two-stage variable-speed furnace (troubleshooting guide TG-GFB80-02). Short flashes are the first digit and long flashes are the second. Code 23 is 2 short and 3 long

Bryant 23 means the pressure switch did not open. The chart lists obstructed pressure tubing and a pressure switch stuck closed. It is not code 24, the open 24 V fuse, which is 2 short and 4 long. Nothing on 23 asks you to pull a thermostat wire or change a fuse. Code 32 is the low-heat switch that did not close.

Likely causes

  • Obstructed pressure tubing
  • Pressure switch stuck closed

Safe checks for 23

  1. Count 2 short flashes and 3 long flashes. Do not jumper the pressure switch
  2. Techniciancheck the pressure tubing for an obstruction, then the switch if it is stuck closed
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.

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

When to call a pro

Call a licensed HVAC technician. A switch that stays closed is a safety-circuit fault, not a filter job.

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Furnace pressure switch hose: guide

In this code: Obstructed pressure tubing

See the guide for what to look for when buying one.

Furnace pressure switch: guide

In this code: Pressure switch stuck closed

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