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Lennox · EL296V Elite Series 96% AFUE Two-Stage Variable Speed Gas Furnace

Lennox EL296V Elite Series 96% AFUE Two-Stage Variable Speed Gas Furnace STEADY ON Error Fix: Normal Operation / Standby

The LED is continuously lit without flashing. The furnace control board has power and is operating normally. No call for heat from the thermostat. If the thermostat IS calling for heat and the LED is steady-on, check the thermostat wiring and W (heat) connection.

Low severity2 fixes available✨ Free fix available

Quick Answer

Error STEADY ON on the Lennox EL296V Elite Series 96% AFUE Two-Stage Variable Speed Gas Furnace means: Normal Operation / Standby. The top-ranked community fix is “Test and Repair Thermostat Wiring or Replace Thermostat” (medium difficulty, ~45 min, DIY cost: $20-$50). 2 community-ranked fixes available below.

Published February 2026 · 2 fixes · furnace

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When to Call a Professional

While many furnace repairs can be done safely at home, consider hiring a qualified technician if:

The repair involves electrical wiring, gas lines, or refrigerant
You've tried the top-ranked fix and the error persists
You smell gas, see sparking, or notice water leaking
The repair requires specialized tools you don't have
Your appliance is still under manufacturer warranty

Average professional repair cost for this issue: $150-$250.

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ML196E Merit Series 96% AFUE Single-Stage Gas Furnace

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SL280V Dave Lennox Signature Collection 80% AFUE Variable Speed Gas Furnace

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SL297NV Dave Lennox Signature Collection 97% AFUE Modulating Variable Speed Gas Furnace

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Other Lennox EL296V Elite Series 96% AFUE Two-Stage Variable Speed Gas Furnace Error Codes

1 FLASH

No Previous Fault Code Stored

2 fixes

10 FLASHES

Blower Motor Calibration Fault

2 fixes

11 FLASHES

Auxiliary Limit Switch Open

Inducer Motor Fault

Communicating System Fault

2 fixes

2 FLASHES

System Lockout — Retries Exhausted

2 fixes

3 FLASHES

Pressure Switch Stuck Closed

2 fixes

4 FLASHES

Pressure Switch Open — Did Not Close

2 fixes

People Also Ask About Lennox EL296V Elite Series 96% AFUE Two-Stage Variable Speed Gas Furnace Error STEADY ON

What does error code STEADY ON mean on a Lennox EL296V Elite Series 96% AFUE Two-Stage Variable Speed Gas Furnace?

Error code STEADY ON on the Lennox EL296V Elite Series 96% AFUE Two-Stage Variable Speed Gas Furnace means: Normal Operation / Standby. The LED is continuously lit without flashing. The furnace control board has power and is operating normally. No call for heat from the thermostat. If the thermostat IS calling for heat and the LED is steady-on, check the thermostat wiring and W (heat) connection.

How do I fix error code STEADY ON on my Lennox EL296V Elite Series 96% AFUE Two-Stage Variable Speed Gas Furnace?

The most successful fix is "Test and Repair Thermostat Wiring or Replace Thermostat" (medium difficulty, ~45 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $20-$50. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

Is error code STEADY ON on a Lennox EL296V Elite Series 96% AFUE Two-Stage Variable Speed Gas Furnace serious?

This error is rated low severity. It is generally not urgent and can often be resolved with a simple DIY fix.

Can I fix Lennox EL296V Elite Series 96% AFUE Two-Stage Variable Speed Gas Furnace error STEADY ON myself?

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Test and Repair Thermostat Wiring or Replace Thermostat") is rated medium difficulty and takes about 45 minutes. Tools needed: Flathead screwdriver, Multimeter, Wire strippers.

How much does it cost to repair Lennox EL296V Elite Series 96% AFUE Two-Stage Variable Speed Gas Furnace error STEADY ON?

DIY cost: $20-$50. Professional repair typically costs $150-$250. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

What other error codes does the Lennox EL296V Elite Series 96% AFUE Two-Stage Variable Speed Gas Furnace have?

The Lennox EL296V Elite Series 96% AFUE Two-Stage Variable Speed Gas Furnace has 8 other known error codes, including: 1 FLASH (No Previous Fault Code Stored), 10 FLASHES (Blower Motor Calibration Fault), 11 FLASHES (Auxiliary Limit Switch Open), 12 FLASHES (Inducer Motor Fault), 13 FLASHES (Communicating System Fault), and 3 more.

Which other Lennox models have the STEADY ON error?

Error code STEADY ON also appears on 3 other Lennox models: ML196E Merit Series 96% AFUE Single-Stage Gas Furnace, SL280V Dave Lennox Signature Collection 80% AFUE Variable Speed Gas Furnace, SL297NV Dave Lennox Signature Collection 97% AFUE Modulating Variable Speed Gas Furnace. The fix may vary by model, so check each model's specific page for tailored repair steps.

What other error codes does the Lennox EL296V Elite Series 96% AFUE Two-Stage Variable Speed Gas Furnace have?

The Lennox EL296V Elite Series 96% AFUE Two-Stage Variable Speed Gas Furnace has 8 other known error codes:

1 FLASH — No Previous Fault Code Stored (2 fixes)
10 FLASHES — Blower Motor Calibration Fault (2 fixes)
11 FLASHES — Auxiliary Limit Switch Open (2 fixes)
12 FLASHES — Inducer Motor Fault (2 fixes)
13 FLASHES — Communicating System Fault (2 fixes)
2 FLASHES — System Lockout — Retries Exhausted (2 fixes)
3 FLASHES — Pressure Switch Stuck Closed (2 fixes)
4 FLASHES — Pressure Switch Open — Did Not Close (2 fixes)

Which other Lennox models have the STEADY ON error?

Error code STEADY ON also appears on 3 other Lennox models:

ML196E Merit Series 96% AFUE Single-Stage Gas Furnace (furnace) · 2 fixes
SL280V Dave Lennox Signature Collection 80% AFUE Variable Speed Gas Furnace (furnace) · 2 fixes
SL297NV Dave Lennox Signature Collection 97% AFUE Modulating Variable Speed Gas Furnace (furnace) · 2 fixes

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