No. The washer uses sensors to determine the estimated time to complete the full wash cycle. I have noticed it starts out displaying a bit longer time, but it usually takes less time than the 1st readout. There are lights which display the wash, rinse and spin cycles. You need hoses for connecting the hot and cold water connections to the washer. If you have Best Buy install the machine you will need to buy hoses from them. I installed the washer myself. It was more difficult than I expected, but not overwhelming. It is probably worth paying Best Buy to install the washer.