Unit does not cycle

Possible there is problem with the timer controller unit. It seems that the stepper motor is not moving to the next cycle until you manually move it to the spin. You can use some contact cleaners on the switch and also carefully try to see if the timer moves within , replacement is a costly issue and must be debated

sounds very much like the bearing has seized on the drum.
can you turn it by hand?
I'm betting it's either stuck or REALLY stiff

see this causes and fix it. God bless you
If the washer stops mid cycle the timer might be defective. This part is often misdiagnosed, check other components before replacing this timer.
f the washer stops mid-cycle the main control board might be defective. This is not common. Check other causes first such as the lid or door switch and other components.
If the washer stops mid cycle the water inlet valve cold water side may have failed. Most washers have a cold water rinse and so if they can't fill with cold water they just sit indefinitely waiting for the cold water to enter. If there is cold water to the water inlet valve and the cold water works in other parts of the cycle - or to make warm water - the valve is not the problem.
If the washer stops mid cycle the door lock assembly should be checked. The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically. Test any switches on the door lock with an Ohm meter. The switches should have continuity according to their design.
If the washer stops mid cycle the lid switch assembly might be defective. This is a very common problem. The lid switch assembly can fail either mechanically or electrically. Test any electrical switches with an Ohm meter for continuity. The switches should have continuity according to their design.

please see the causes and fix it: God bless you
Float Switch

The float switch may be hung up and this can cause the dishwasher to be stuck in a cycle. Check the tutorial and the video for checking this part.

Timer / Control

If your dishwasher gets stuck in a cycle first try shutting off the breaker for at least 5 minutes if this does not correct the problem you will need to replace the timer / electronic control.

Melnor 604F Instructions (from Label on unit)All indicator light flashing - replace 9V battery inside unit
1. To Start - turn dial to Off and press Enter.
2. Set Time - set current time and press Enter (Yellow ring).
3. Set Start Time - Set time to start first irrigation cycle (Yellow ring) and press Enter.
4. Frequency - Set frequency of irrigation cycle; e.g., twice a day set 12 h. (red sector ring) and press Enter
5. Duration - Set duration of cycle (Green band) minutes and press Enter.
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To change duration - turn dial to new duration and press enter.
To turn water on manually - Turn dial to ON position, water will turn off in 30 min.
Do not press enter in the OFF position as the unit will clear program. You will have to reprogram unit
via steps 2-5 above.

HI. The timer device is responsible for initiating the heating cycle. If the dial plate is unable to advance, the heating circuit will not operate correctly, thus, preventing proper heating. Another indication of timer mechanism failure will be an un going cycle. You have stated that the unit Will continue to run, without stopping. This is caused by the defective timer device.

In most cases, the actual timer motor will Fail. This motor is , essentially, responsible for the forward motion of the dial plate.

I recommend to replace this damaged timer device, asap.

Hi

I have a similar problem, did you find the cause of the problem?

Geoff

sounds like the heater is not working. it's washing while waiting for it to heat to correct temperature.
if you are not electrically minded i'd get an engineer out or ring one for a quote.

YOU NEED TO ESTABLISH IF YOU ARE USING A HOT CYCLE IF THAT IS SO YOU MIGHT HAVE E PROBLEM WHERE THE ELEMENT IS NOT COMING ON THEREFORE THE THERMOSTAT WILL NOT FUNCTION RESULTING IN THE TIMER REMAINING STILL.YOU NEED TO CHECK THE ELEMENT IF THATS THE CASE.IF YOU ARE USING THE COLD CYCLE AND IT IS STUCK ON THE SAME POSITION FOR A LONG TIME YOU MIGHT HAVE A FAULTY TIMER BEST YOU HAVE IT REPLACED IF THAT IS THE CAUSE.LET ME NO IF YOU NEED ANY MORE ASSISTANCE.GOODLUCK.MOHAMED

Do all of your cycles work when you turn them manually? If one cycle does not work when you turn the dial on it then it will be your timer (The dial assembly $100-up) If all your cycles work manually, then it could be your timer motor which is attached to your timer assembly. If you turn the dial pass the wash, on to the rinse, does the dial automaticly move (when finishng the rinse cycle)to the spin cycle? If so then your timer motor is ok. The only wires close to the bottom are the motor, but these should be high enough out of the way.