Lennox Ducted Heating

Lennox Error Code E250

Ducted Heating

E250 means different things on different Ducted Heating models. Enter your model number to see only your reading, or find your model below.

What It Means

  • Limit switch circuit open.
  • SLP98UHV, SLP99UHV: Limit switch circuit open - Refer to troubleshooting in installation instruction.

Causes & actions from Lennox

Limit switch circuit open.

24 models

EL180UHNE(K), EL195UHNEK, EL195UHNEK-01, EL195UHNEK-02, EL196UHEK, EL280UHE(X), EL280UHEK, EL280UHEK(X), EL296UHE, EL297UHEK, ML180UHVK, ML193DFEK, ML196UHEK, ML296UHVK, ML297UH045XV36BK, ML297UH070XV36BK, ML297UH090XV36CK, ML297UH090XV60CK, ML297UH110XV60CK, ML297UH135XV60DK, ML297UHVK, SL280DFNV, SL280UHV, SL297UHNV

Gas furnace (indoor)

How it shows
  • Integrated control 7-segment display: E250

Check for proper firing rate on furnace. Ensure there is no blockage in heater. Check for proper air flow. If limit not closed within 3 minutes, unit will go into 1-hour soft lockout. Resumes normal operation after fault is cleared.

Applicable models & manual sources

Limit switch circuit open - Refer to troubleshooting in installation instruction.

Models: SLP98UHV, SLP99UHV

How it shows
  • Integrated control 7-segment display: E250

Check why limit is tripping, overfired, low air flow.

Applicable models & manual sources
Disclaimer: This information is for general reference. Code wording and instructions vary by model. Always follow the service manual for your exact unit.

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