Goodman Error Code L8: Low line voltage (Heat Pump)
Goodman error code L8 on a heat pump means: Low line voltage. It is also called Goodman diagnostic code L8.
Homeowner? What Goodman code L8 means for you
Call a technician Your heat pump is reporting: Low line voltage. The heat pump has locked out or cannot run properly. One reset is fine; if the code comes back, it needs a licensed technician to find the cause.
Safe things you can check yourself
- Check the thermostat: right mode (Heat or Cool), set a few degrees past room temperature, and fresh batteries if it uses them.
- Check both breakers and the outdoor disconnect box beside the outdoor unit; all should be ON.
- Look at the air filter. If it is grey and clogged, replace it; a blocked filter causes many shutdowns.
- In winter, keep snow and ice off and away from the outdoor unit. A short defrost cycle with steam is normal.
- Try one reset: turn the power off for 30 seconds, then back on. If the code comes back, stop resetting and call a technician.
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What does Goodman error code L8 mean?
Line voltage measured below 185 VAC. Unit may appear to run normally or the compressor may be off on its protector. Clears when voltage goes back above 185 VAC.
Applies to: Communicating 2-stage condensers and heat pumps with the PCBHR104 or PCBHR105 outdoor control (7-segment display): ASXC16/18, GSXC16/18, DSXC16/18, ASZC16/18, GSZC16/18, DSZC16/18
Common causes of Goodman code L8
- Low supply voltage
- Undersized or long supply wiring, loose connections
Goodman models that use code L8
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ASZC160241ASZC160361ASZC160421ASZC160481ASZC160601ASZC180241ASZC180361ASZC180481ASZC180601DSZC160241DSZC160361DSZC160481DSZC160601DSZC180361DSZC180481DSZC180601GSZC160241GSZC160361GSZC160481GSZC160601GSZC180241GSZC180361GSZC180481GSZC180601
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Goodman code L8: homeowner questions
What does Goodman code L8 mean?
Low line voltage. Line voltage measured below 185 VAC. Unit may appear to run normally or the compressor may be off on its protector. Clears when voltage goes back above 185 VAC.
Is it safe to keep using my heat pump with code L8?
It depends on the cause. The heat pump has locked out or cannot run properly. One reset is fine; if the code comes back, it needs a licensed technician to find the cause.
Can I reset Goodman code L8 myself?
You can try one reset (power off for 30 seconds, then on). If Goodman code L8 comes back, the cause is still there and a licensed technician should check it.
Who can fix Goodman code L8 near me?
Aurora Star Tech Inc. repairs Goodman heat pumps in Vaughan, Toronto and across the GTA. Call (647) 657-2977 or book a service call online.
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Source: Goodman ComfortNet ASXC/GSXC/DSXC, ASZC/GSZC/DSZC, AVPTC/MBVC service manual, Unitary Diagnostic Codes PCBHR104 p.71-77 and PCBHR105 p.78-84. Written in our own words as a summary; always check the original manual.
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