Amana furnace: High-Stage Pressure Switch Stuck Open (E9)
Professional repair
What does E9 mean on a Goodman furnace? High-stage switch won't close. Official checklist: blocked or pinched switch hose, blocked flue and/or intake pipe, blocked drain, weak induced-draft blower, or a failing switch.
GOOD NEWS: THE FIRST CHECKS ARE FREE AND TAKE MINUTES.
Try these first — in this order
Hose + vent + trap check, 15 minutes.
Inducer performance testing. DIY part cost: $25–60 — a pro visit for this class of fault typically runs $150–350.
What causes it (in order of likelihood)
- Blocked/pinched hose, flue, or drain DIY-CHECKABLE
- Weak inducer or failing switch TECH
Parts referenced by this code
Always match parts against your model's parts list — part numbers vary within a series.
Applies to
GMVC96 · GCVC96 · AMVC96 · ACVC96
Different Amana generations use different code maps. If your series isn't listed, don't assume this meaning — check your blower-door label.
Verified against Goodman GMVC96/GCVC96 Service Manual, p.44
Last verified 2026-07-06 · how we verify