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Lennox AC & Heat Pump Error Codes: Full List & Meanings

Every Lennox ac & heat pump error code we have verified against Lennox's own support pages, with its official meaning. This list covers outdoor unit alerts (lsom) shown on icomfort-communicating sl280dfv systems. Codes vary by model, so confirm in your owner's manual. Support: Lennox dealer (lennox.com).

Codes by system

Power supply

All Lennox ac & heat pump error codes

Codes marked "Reset only" or "Service" have no separate page because the manufacturer publishes no owner fix beyond a reset or a service call.

CodeOfficial meaningSystemOwner action
E400There's a cooling demand but the compressor isn't running. Lennox says to check power to the outdoor unit.Power supplyOwner checks
E405The compressor circuit is open, for example from a power disconnection or open fuse.Power supplyOwner checks
E401The manufacturer lists E401 as: compressor long run cycle (over 18 hours) or low system pressure (critical alert). A licensed HVAC technician must diagnose this.HeatingService
E402The manufacturer lists E402 as: outdoor unit system pressure trip. A licensed HVAC technician must diagnose this.HeatingService
E403The manufacturer lists E403 as: compressor short-cycling. A licensed HVAC technician must diagnose this.HeatingService
E404The manufacturer lists E404 as: compressor rotor locked. A licensed HVAC technician must diagnose this.Motor / driveService
E406The manufacturer lists E406 as: compressor open start circuit. A licensed HVAC technician must diagnose this.Control / electronicsService
E407The manufacturer lists E407 as: compressor open run circuit. A licensed HVAC technician must diagnose this.Control / electronicsService
E408The manufacturer lists E408 as: compressor contactor welded (runs continuously). A licensed HVAC technician must diagnose this.Control / electronicsService
E409The manufacturer lists E409 as: compressor low voltage (24 VAC below 18 V). A licensed HVAC technician must diagnose this.Power supplyService

Symptoms

Sources

  1. https://tech.lennoxintl.com/C03e7o14l/VIu12Ch2uV/1117n.pdf (official)

Last reviewed: October 20, 2026. ErrorCodePro is not affiliated with Lennox.