Quick summary
The displayed time is an estimate that updates during the cycle. Common reasons it grows: rebalancing attempts, excess suds, slow filling from low pressure, or heating very cold winter water.
Many LG washers sense the load and adjust time, so the timer may change or pause on a minute. That's not always a fault, but large repeated increases deserve a check.
Unplug the appliance, close the water tap if there's a leak, and never open covers that need tools or expose wiring or circuits.
Possible causes
Rebalancing the load
The washer redistributes repeatedly before spinning if the load is uneven.
Excess suds
Extra rinses or stages are added to remove foam.
Slow filling
Low rooftop-tank pressure or a clogged inlet screen.
Slow draining
A partly blocked pump filter.
Longer heating
Cold winter water or scale on the heater.
Safe checks you can do
- Balance the load and wash heavy items alone.
- Reduce detergent and use HE detergent.
- Clean the inlet screen and the pump filter.
- Compare actual time with the program time in your manual.
When to stop checking immediately
- If the timer stalls for a very long time with an error code.
Related components
- Sensors
- Main PCB
- Inlet & drain hoses
When do you need a technician?
The technician measures fill, drain and heating speed and sensor behaviour to find which stage runs long.
Related error codes
FAQ
Why does the timer pause on one minute?
Usually during balancing, heating or waiting to drain. Watch which stage it's in.
Do long cycles use more electricity?
They can use more power and water if the cause is suds or repeated filling.
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