Goodman Furnace: Bypass the inductor to test an ECM motor
Bypass the inductor to test an ECM motor on a Goodman furnace: The inductor is in the line power supply to the motor. If it has failed, the motor will not run.
Applies to: 3/4 and 1 HP ECM motors with inductor
How to fix bypass the inductor to test an ecm motor: step by step
- Disconnect the black line wire from the inductor.
- Connect that wire directly to the motor.
- If the motor runs, replace the inductor.
Safety: Gas, electrical and refrigerant work must be done by a licensed technician. Turn off power and gas before servicing, never bypass a safety control, and always follow the manufacturer's manual for your exact model.
If the unit shows an error code, look it up: Goodman Furnace codes
Source: Goodman GMVC96 service and troubleshooting manual, p. 44. Written in our own words as a summary; always check the original manual.
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