Washer takes much longer than normal to complete a cycle.

Safety first: Unplug the washer before internal checks.

• Observe cycle: Note whether delays occur during fill, wash, or spin. This helps pinpoint the subsystem at fault.
• Check fill rate: Time how long it takes to reach normal water level. Clean inlet filters and ensure good water pressure.
• Verify drainage: Clean the drain pump filter and check the drain hose for partial blockages.
• Balance loads: Avoid small, heavy loads that cause repeated balancing attempts.
• Heating: If hot cycles are very long and water never warms, inspect the heater and NTC sensor as described in heating-related entries.