Samsung
Extended Cycle Time / Control Logic Compensation
Washer takes much longer than expected to complete cycles; time remaining increases or stalls.
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Possible Causes
Unbalanced loads causing repeated spin attempts, Slow fill due to partially clogged inlet filters, Slow drain due to partial pump blockage, Oversuds causing extra rinses
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Unplug the washer before cleaning filters or hoses.
- Check fill and drain: Clean inlet filters and the drain pump filter to ensure proper water flow.
- Balance loads: Avoid mixed heavy and light items that cause imbalance.
- Reduce detergent: Prevent oversuds that trigger extra rinse cycles.
- Reset washer: Power cycle the washer to clear any temporary logic issues.
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Repair Difficulty
Easy
2/5
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