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Goodman Error Code EE7: Igniter circuit fault or poor ground (Furnace)

Updated · by Aurora Star Tech Inc.

Goodman error code EE7 on a furnace means: Igniter circuit fault or poor ground. It is also called Goodman diagnostic code EE7.

High severityFurnaceGoodman/Amana *MVC96 (34.5 in. chassis)

Homeowner? What Goodman code EE7 means for you

Call a technician Your furnace is reporting: Igniter circuit fault or poor ground. The furnace 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.
  • Make sure the unit has power: its on/off switch (often looks like a light switch near the unit) is ON and the breaker in the electrical panel is not tripped.
  • Make sure the furnace front door or panel is closed properly; many furnaces will not run with the door switch open.
  • Look at the air filter. If it is grey and clogged, replace it; a blocked filter causes many shutdowns.
  • Outside, make sure the intake and exhaust pipes or vent cap are not blocked by snow, ice, leaves or a nest.
  • Check that the gas valve next to the furnace is open (handle in line with the pipe). Do not force it.
  • 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 EE7 mean?

The control found a problem in the igniter circuit or in the unit ground, so the furnace will not run. Check the igniter wiring and the ground path first.

Applies to: GMVC96, GCVC96, AMVC96, ACVC96 (*BA, ComfortBridge)

Common causes of Goodman code EE7

  • Igniter plug loose or wired wrong
  • Shorted igniter
  • Poor unit ground

A technician checks these and 1 other possible causes on site before replacing any part.

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.

Goodman models that use code EE7

*CVC960403BNB**CVC960603BNB**CVC960804CNB**CVC961005CNB**CVC961205DNB**MVC960403BNB**MVC960603BNB**MVC960803BNB**MVC960804CNB**MVC961005CNB**MVC961005DNB**MVC961205DNB*ACVC96AMVC96GCVC96GMVC96

Other Goodman Furnace codes

CodeMeaning
EE1Pressure switch closed at start of heating cycle
EE2Pressure switch did not close (inducer runs, no ignition)
EE3High (primary) limit open
EE4Flame sensed with no call for heat
EE5Open fuse (short in low voltage wiring)
EE6Low flame signal
EE8High-stage pressure switch closed at start of heating cycle
EE9High-stage pressure switch did not close
EEAReversed line polarity or grounding error
EEbExternal gas valve error - valve not energized when it should be
EECInternal gas valve error - valve energized when it should not be
EEdCondensate or auxiliary alarm switch open

All Goodman Furnace error codes →

Goodman code EE7: homeowner questions

What does Goodman code EE7 mean?

Igniter circuit fault or poor ground. The control found a problem in the igniter circuit or in the unit ground, so the furnace will not run. Check the igniter wiring and the ground path first.

Is it safe to keep using my furnace with code EE7?

It depends on the cause. The furnace 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 EE7 myself?

You can try one reset (power off for 30 seconds, then on). If Goodman code EE7 comes back, the cause is still there and a licensed technician should check it.

Who can fix Goodman code EE7 near me?

Aurora Star Tech Inc. repairs Goodman furnaces in Vaughan, Toronto and across the GTA. Call (647) 657-2977 or book a service call online.

Homeowner help: Furnace Not Turning On: What to Check · Furnace Blinking Light: What the Flash Codes Mean

Troubleshooting guides

Source: Goodman Service and Troubleshooting ACVC96*BA/AMVC96*BA/GCVC96*BA/GMVC96*BA , Alarm Code Table p.56 / Troubleshooting Chart p.61. Written in our own words as a summary; always check the original manual.

General guidance for qualified technicians. The manufacturer's installation and service manual and local codes always take priority. Aurora Star Tech is not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by any equipment manufacturer; brand and model names are used only to identify equipment and belong to their owners.

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