Machine guide
Siemens iQ500 WG44G209GB
Every recommendation below comes from the same engine that powers the Lavo app, run against the Siemens iQ500 WG44G209GB's real programme list, temperature ladder and spin steps.
Checked July 2026, engine data, not copied from a manual
What to wash on it
The hardware
- Selector
- programme selector
- Temperatures
- 20 · 30 · 40 · 60 · 90
- Spin steps
- 400 · 600 · 800 · 1000 · 1200 · 1400 rpm
Programmes
- CottonsHard-wearing, heat-resistant cotton and linen items; everyday whites and colours, towels and bedding.
- Eco 40-60Energy-saving programme for normally soiled cotton; the standard test and eco cycle that washes 40 and 60 degree loads together over a longer time.
- Easy-CareSynthetic or blended fabrics that crease easily; office and casual wear, gentler spin to reduce creasing.
- Mixed FabricsA mixed load of cottons and synthetics washed together in one shorter everyday cycle.
- WoolHand- or machine-washable wool and wool-blend items; extra-gentle drum action with soak pauses to prevent shrinkage.
- Rapid 15/30Extra-short refresh for small loads of lightly soiled laundry; ready in about 15 minutes.
- Delicate/SilkDelicate washable fabrics such as silk, satin and fine synthetics; silk blouses and scarves, very gentle action.
- OutdoorMembrane-coated weatherproof and outdoor clothing and water-resistant fabrics; do not use fabric softener.
- Dark WashDark-coloured cottons and dark easy-care items; protects colour, turn items inside out.
- Shirts/BlousesShirts and blouses needing minimal creasing; reduced-spin finish for easier ironing.
- HygieneHard-wearing cotton and linen needing a hygienic, sensitive-skin wash; longer cycle at a held high temperature.
- RinseExtra rinse cycle; use after a rinse-stop or to re-rinse a load.
- Drain/SpinDrain and final spin at a selectable speed; use to spin a load or after rinse-hold.
- Drum CleanMaintenance programme to clean and care for the drum and tub; run empty at high temperature.