The displayed time is an estimate and may increase slightly with the load. If it doubles or the timer freezes for long, a stage is struggling.
Possible causes
- Slow filling lengthens the fill stage
- Slow heating from scale or a weak heater
- Repeated spin attempts due to imbalance
- Excess foam adds extra rinses
- Slow draining
Safe first checks you can do
Safety: unplug the appliance and close the water tap before any check, and never open the outer casing or electronic boards yourself.
- Watch which stage the timer pauses on
- Reduce detergent and balance the load
- Clean the pump filter and inlet mesh
Related parts
HeaterInlet valveDrain pumpTacho sensor
When do you need a technician?
If long cycles continue after these steps, the heater or sensors need measuring.
Frequently asked questions
Are eco programmes longer?
Yes, eco programmes run longer by design to save energy — that's normal.