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9 blinks
Moderate
York · HVAC Systems (AC, Furnaces, Heat Pumps & Thermostats)
Grounding / Polarity Issue
Quick Answer
Error code 9 blinks on your York HVAC Systems (AC, Furnaces, Heat Pumps & Thermostats) means: Grounding / Polarity Issue. This is usually fixable — see the step-by-step guide below.
Likely Causes
  1. Hot and neutral wires reversed at the furnace connection
  2. Missing or broken ground wire to the furnace
  3. Miswired electrical disconnect switch
  4. Shared neutral with another circuit causing voltage on ground
How to Fix It
1
Use a multimeter to verify 120VAC between hot and neutral at the furnace disconnect
2
Confirm 120VAC between hot and ground (should match hot to neutral reading)
3
Check for less than 2VAC between neutral and ground at the furnace connection
4
Inspect the furnace junction box wiring for reversed hot and neutral connections
5
If the wiring at the furnace is correct, a licensed electrician should check the upstream circuit
Pro Tip
This fix requires some technical knowledge. If you're unsure about any step, consider contacting support or a qualified technician.
Parts You May Need
Wire connectors
Ground wire
Disconnect switch (if faulty)
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