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Machine guide

Indesit Push&Go BWE 111496X (11kg, 1400rpm)

Every recommendation below comes from the same engine that powers the Lavo app, run against the Indesit Push&Go BWE 111496X (11kg, 1400rpm)'s real programme list, temperature ladder and spin steps.

Checked July 2026, engine data, not copied from a manual

Specials1 Cotton2 Shirt3 ARIEL PODS4 Wool5 20°CTraditionals6 Cotton7 Synthetics8 Mixed9 Eco 40-6010 WhiteExtra11 Rapid 20min12 Rapid 45min Full Load13 Duvet14 Delicates 30°CRinse + SpinSpin + DrainIndesitPush&GoQuick Wash 30°C and Easy IronONOFF12345678910111213142sec.STARTPAUSE11kg | 1400

What to wash on it

CottonCotton, 30C, 800 rpmWoolWool, 20C, 400 rpmSilkHand wash recommendedCashmereHand wash recommendedLinenCotton, 30C, 600 rpmPolyesterSynthetics, 30C, 600 rpmDenimCotton, 30C, 800 rpmNylonSynthetics, 30C, 600 rpmAcrylicSynthetics, 30C, 600 rpmModalSynthetics, 30C, 600 rpm

The hardware

Selector
wash cycle selector knob
Temperatures
20 · 30 · 40 · 60 · 90
Spin steps
400 · 600 · 800 · 1000 · 1200 · 1400 rpm

Programmes

  • CottonModerately to heavily soiled resistant cottons and linens such as towels, bedding and underwear. Steam relaxes the fibres at the end of the cycle to ease ironing.
  • ShirtShirts in different fabrics and colours, with steam at the end of the cycle to relax fibres and reduce creasing.
  • Ariel PODSA 30C short cycle for a mixed load of cottons and synthetics, recommended for use with PODS detergent.
  • WoolWoolmark-approved cycle for machine-washable wool, cashmere and delicate knits, with extra gentle drum action.
  • 20CLightly soiled cottons and coloureds washed cold at 20C to save energy and stay gentle on colours.
  • Cotton (Traditional)The standard cotton programme for normally soiled cottons and linens without the steam finish.
  • SyntheticsSynthetic and mixed-fibre items with resistant colours. Temperature can be raised for stubborn dirt.
  • MixedMixed loads of cotton and synthetic garments washed together at a single moderate temperature.
  • Eco 40-60The standard EU energy-label cotton programme. Washes normally soiled cottons rated 40C or 60C together and is the most efficient on water and energy.
  • WhiteHeavily soiled whites and resistant colours needing a hot, thorough wash up to 90C.
  • Rapid 20minFast refresh for small, lightly soiled loads. Duration varies from about 20 to 60 minutes. Not for wool, silk or hand-wash items.
  • Rapid 45min Full LoadA 45 minute cycle for a full load of lightly to moderately soiled mixed cottons and synthetics.
  • DuvetDown-stuffed and bulky single items such as duvets, pillows and down jackets.
  • Delicates 30CLightly soiled delicate fabrics needing gentle treatment and a very low spin.
  • Rinse + SpinRinses and spins laundry without a wash phase.
  • Spin + DrainSpins and drains the water, or drains only when the spin is excluded.
  • Push&GoOne-touch quick wash at 30C with an Easy Iron finish. Held for 2 seconds, it starts without further setup.