The Hotpoint WTL500P features a quick wash programme. This is a light weight wash that's designed to freshen up clothes that have only been worn once or are lightly soiled. It takes less time and uses less power and less water in the rinse cycle. It's ideal for washing small loads with cotton and mixed fabrics. A quick wash can last anything from 12 to 60 minutes.
One of the specs you'll need to look into when buying your new washing machine is the spin speed, shown in RPM (revolutions per minute). The faster the spin speed, the more quickly water will be removed from your clothes. The down-side to this is that more creases will occur. So it's not necessarily the case that a faster spin speed is better. A fast spin is only really used on towels or sheets - not for your every day washing. Another thing to consider when choosing the spin speed of your new machine is that a higher spin speed will put more strain on the hardware. The Hotpoint WTL500P machine is capable of 1000 RPM.
Make sure you check out the excellent article - Washing Machine Spin Speeds - over at Washer Help.
