Crosley CDB900NW0A, CDB500NW0A, CDB900NS0A, CDB900NB0A, CDB500NB0A Installation Instructions Manual

Dishwasher

Installation
Instructions

INSTALLER: Leave Installation Instructions with owner.
OWNER: Read your dishwasher Use and Care Manual. It contains

important safety information for operating this appliance. It also has
many suggestions for getting the best results from your dishwasher.

Printed in U.S.A. 154427301

(04/07)

Read all instructions before installing dishwasher.

For your safety, please read and observe all safety
instructions. This guide will help you anticipate drain, water, and

electrical connections, and help you select the best location for the
dishwasher.

Tip Over Hazard

Do not use dishwasher until completely installed.

Do not push down on open door.
Failure to follow this warning can result in serious

injury.

Tools and Materials Needed for
Installation

Drill, Electric
Driver, Socket 3116",V4",5/_6"

Flaring Tool / Tube Cutter (for copper tubing)
Flashlight
Level
Pipe Joint Compound (for iron pipe plumbing) or
Pipe Thread Tape (for sealing threads)
Pliers
Safety Glasses
Saw, Keyhole or V2", 1V2" to 2" Hole Cutters
Screw Drivers, Slotted and #2 Phillips (magnetic tip
preferred)
Tape, Electrical or Duct
Tape, Measuring
Wire Stripper or Utility Knife
Wrench, Hex-end
Wrenches, 2 Adjustable (for copper tubing)
or 2 Pipe wrenches (for iron pipe plumbing)

Parts You Will Need* (Not#ncluded)

• Drain Hose Clamp, 1W' Diameter

• Elbow, 90°with a 3/d'National Pipe Thread

• Conduit Connector

• Wire Nuts, two (2) for 12-14 gauge wire

If required:

• "Y" Branch Tailpiece and
Connector Kit (See Step 4)

• Air Gap Kit (See Step 4)

• Fasteners for floor

anchoring (See Step 9)

Available at:
Plumbing Supply Store

Plumbing Supply Store
Hardware Store

Electric Shock Hazard

Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box or
circuit breaker box before beginning installation.
Failure to follow this warning could result in death
or serious injury.

• Examine dishwasher and locate connections. See Step 4.

• Locate dishwasher where there is easy access to drain,

water, and electrical lines. The best location is on either side
of the kitchen sink for access to existing plumbing and ease
in loading dishes. See Step 4.

• Electrical, water, and drain connections are not the same for

all age, brands, or models of dishwashers. Check the
location and length of home utilities. See Step 4.

• A 15-20 amp, grounded, 120 volt AC only, electrical supply is
required. See Steps 4 and 8.

• If dishwasher drain hose will be connected to afood
disposer for the first time, knock out plug located inside
disposer inlet. See Steps 4 and 6.

• Kinked water or drain hoses can cause problems. See Step

6.

• Dishwashers need to be connected to a hot water supply
with enough water pressure to insure an adequate fill.

See Steps 4 and 7.

• Each home installation differs. You will need additional
parts listed above to complete your installation.

See Steps 4 and 7.

• Flush water line prior to making the final connection to
prevent clogging of dishwasher's filter screen. See Step 7.

• The dishwasher will look, sound, and perform best when
properly leveled. See Step 5. (NOTE: If levelers are
removed during installation, make sure the floor is flat and

free of any obstruction.)

• Anchorthe dishwasher. See Step 9.

1. Remove two (2) screws at front of the kickplate assembly using
a #2 Phillips screw driver.

2. Tilt and pull forward to remove. See Figure 1.
NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the outer door for installation.

However, you might find it more convenient to do so. You
can find directions for removing door in Step 10.

FdcAplateAssembly

AdjustableToeplate
(Insulation avdilable
somemodols)

Kicl_plate

Water Inlet

Valve

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3. Locate water inlet valve behind kickplate on bottom left
underside of unit. The valve has a 3/s" NPT female fitting.

4. Wrap 90 °elbow (not included) with pipe thread tape (or apply
joint compound) and thread it into water inlet valve.

5. Tighten elbow with a wrench, leaving elbow pointing toward
rear of unit. Toprevent bending of bracket or breaking of valve,

avoid overtightening.

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Electric Shock Hazard

Observe all local codes and ordinances for
electrical and plumbing connections. All electrical
and plumbing work should be performed by
qualified persons. Failure to follow this warning
could result in death or serious injury.

1. Make sure your location has the right drain, water, and

electrical outlets to make the connections. Do not install unit
under a cooktop range, Damage to plastic tub will occur,

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IMPORTANT: For proper operation and appearance of unit,
cabinet opening should have dimensions as shown in Figure 2.
If unit is to be placed in a corner, there must be at least a 2-inch
side clearance to open door.

2. Remove any carpet from area to provide motor clearance. Floor

should be flat and free of any obstruction.

IMPORTANT: Drain, water, and electrical lines should be
roughed-in before going any further.

Electric Shock Hazard

Electrical, water, and drain lines must be confined
to shaded areas in Figure 2.
Electric conductors, water, and drain could be
damaged.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in
fire or electric shock.

NOTE: If dishwasher is installed at end of a cabinet line, sides
and back must be fully enclosed.

NOTE: You can order a Cabinet Seal Kit (Kit # 154528701) by
contacting your dealer or parts supplier. This kit provides a
seal between the unit and cabinets once installation is
complete. (This kit is included on select models).

IMPORTANT: Do not cross drain, water, and electrical lines in
front of dishwasher motor or frame.

Locating the Connections

1. Review dimensions in Figure 3 tolocate dishwasher's drain,
water, and electrical connections.

2. All connections must be made in shaded area in Figure 2.

From rear to

center ofwater

lnlet valve.

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Junction Box

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IMPORTANT: Disconnect power before starting installation.

Electrical

1. The dishwasher operates on a 120 volt, 60 Hz electrical supply.
Provide a separate circuit with a fuse or circuit breaker rated for
at least 15 amps (20 amps if connected with disposer) but not
more than 20 amps.

2. Note the locations of electrical supply and dishwasher's
electrical junction box on right underside of unit behind kickplate
assembly. See Figure 3.

3. Cut access hole in shaded area shown in Figure 2.

4. Pull electrical cable through hole into installation area.

Water

1. Determine where you will connect to hot water supply. Review
Figure 3 and note the location ofwater inlet valve.

Property Damage

Do not use the furnished drain hose or a rubber garden hose
for the water supply line. Either of these hoses can burst.

Flooding may occur and cause property damage.

.

3.

Be sure water inlet valve is )rotected from freezing. If valve
freezes and ruptures, flooding may occur.

Determine amount of tubing needed to connect hot water
supply to the unit's water inlet valve. Copper tubing must have a
minimum _/8"OD. High-pressure and high-temperature rated
plastic tubing with a minimum inner diameter of V4"may be
used. A shut-off valve installed outside dishwasher cabinet is
best. See Figure 4.

Figure 4

4. Cut water access hole in shaded area in Figure 2.

5. Route water supply line into installation area.

IMPORTANT: Incoming hot water temperature should be at
least 120°F (49°C). Water pressure should be between
20-120 psi.

Drain

1. Review Figures 5 and 6 to see the different ways to connect
dishwasher to drain system. Choose method that best suits
your need.

Figure5

Entry Must be
Above

Sink at

2" Drain Hose Hole

.

If you connect to a sink drain, entry will need to be above
trap. A "Y" branch tailpiece and connector kit, not included, will
make this method easier and includes all needed fittings and
instructions. See Figure 5.

Air Gap

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3. If you connect to a sink trap, local codes may require you to
install an air gap kit, not included. The drain hose will be routed
from dishwasher to air gap inlet as shown in Figure 6. An air
gap kit is available from a plumbing supply store. (If the drain
hose is installed through the floor, an air gap is necessary).

4. If you connect to a disposer, the large end of drain hose will
fit. Figure 7(a). The knock out plug must be removed from

inside disposer inlet before making the final fit to drain
hose. See Figure 7(b).

Drain
Motor
End

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Floor into

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Trap

Sink at Right

2" Drain Hose Hole

5. Before cutting drain hose access, check both sides of selected

area to avoid interference. Cut a 2" diameter hole in shaded
area shown in Figure 2.

6. If the cabinet wall is wood, sand edges of hole until smooth and

rounded. If cabinet wall is metal, cover all sharp edges with
electrical or duct tape to avoid cutting drain hose.

.

Measure height of cabinet opening
from underside of countertop to floor.
Check chart for height opening and
suggested adjustment.

.

3.

Leg Leveler Adjustment Chart
Height of Number of Turns to

Cabinet Opening Adjust Levelers

34" (86.4cm) 0

34W' (86.7cm) 2
345/16"(87.2cm) 6
341/2"(87.6cm) 9

For additional height add shims under levelers.

Move dishwasher to front of installation area.
Loosen the front and rear leveling legs by turning

counterclockwise. Refer to chart for number of turns. See
Figure 8. Front levelers should allow 1/4"below underside of
countertop.

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4. If levelers have to be removed, make sure floor is free of
obstructions.

5. Place dishwasher inside cabinet area so that it is centered in
opening. Use caution when moving dishwasher to prevent
damage to dishwasher, floor, and cabinets.

6. Check that dishwasher is level from side to side by placing a
level against the top front section of the tub. See Figure 9a.

Hgure 9a Hgare 9b

7. Check that dishwasher is level from front to back by placing
level on side of opened door. See Figure 9b.

8. Adjust levelers up or down until dishwasher is level.

Electric Shock Hazard

Plumbing material and drain hose must not come
in contact with wiring or electrical components.

Failure to follow this warning could result in
personal injury from exposed wiring.

1. Pull out unit and check to see if drain hose is correctly attached

to the drain pump assembly, tf drain hose is not attached to
drain pump, follow the instruction sheet (included with drain
hose) on how to correctly install the drain hose to the drain pump
assembly.

2. Move unit back in place while routing drain hose through access

hole. Use caution to prevent damage to the dishwasher, floor
and cabinets. IMPORTANT: Make sure there are no sharp
bends or kinks that might restrict drain flow.

3. Secure drain hose to sink drain, disposer, or separate trap with a

clamp. IMPORTANT: Be careful not to overtighten clamp or
you may damage end of hose. Do not connect hose to
horizontal pipe between sink drain and disposer.

4. Be sure unit does not rest on drain hose. It should be free of
electrical components and door springs. Do not cut corrugated

drain hose. Pull excess through cabinet and place under sink.
Make sure hose does not come in contact with any sharp edges.
See Figure 10.

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The drain hose loop must be at least 32" !_ from the lloor
to insure proper drainage.

Property Damage

Do not solder within 6" ofthe water inlet valve. Damage to
the plastic parts in the valve may occur.

Use care that no sealer, dirt, or other objects enter the valve.
Damage to the filter screen may occur.

Be sure the dishwasher is placed where the water inlet valve
will be kept from freezing. If the valve freezes, it may rupture
and flooding may occur.

Water Line

1. Flush water line before connecting it to water inlet valve to
prevent early clogging of filter screen. Place a bunched towel
over end of line to prevent splashing. Open valve for a few
seconds and let water drain into a pan. Turn off water supply

at shut-off valve.

Figure II

Through
Cabinet \

Through
Floor

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2. Route water line towater inlet valve as shown in Figure 11.

3. While firmly pulling water supply line into 90 °elbow, tightly
connect water supply to water inlet valve. Supply line must be
free of kinks, scales, chips, and lubricants.

4. Turn on water supply and check for leaks.

5. Ifwater inlet valve clogs, make sure water supply is off.

Remove four (4) screws at inlet end of valve and clean filter

screen.

Electric Shock Hazard

Make sure electrical power has been disconnected at fuse
box or circuit breaker box.

The dishwasher must be connected to a grounded metal,
permanent wiring system. The equipment-grounding
conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and
connected to the appliance's equipment grounding terminal
or lead. It is the consumer's responsibility to contact a
qualified installer to make sure the electrical installation
conforms with the National Electrical Code and local codes
and ordinances.

Do not connect the dishwasher to the power supply until the
appliance is permanently grounded.

All wiring connections must be enclosed in the junction box.
This unit has copper lead wires.

Joining aluminum building wire to stranded copper wire
should be done by a qualified electrician using materials
recognized by UL and local codes.

Do not use an extension cord. Such use can result in fire,
electrical shock, or other personal injury.

Failure to follow these instructions could result in death or
serious injury.

Electrical Supply

1. Remove junction box cover and pull house wiring into junction
box. See Figures 12 and 13.

2. Use a UL listed conduit connector, not included, at box to
stabilize wiring.

IMPORTANT: Be sure electrical cable is not routed behind
dishwasher's motor.

Wall

Junction Box

(in place)

PTgure 12

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4.

Inside junction box, attach ground wire under head of grounding
screw and tighten. See Figure 13.

Connect incoming black lead to dishwasher's black lead and
incoming white lead to dishwasher's white lead with wire nuts or
other suitable connectors, not included. Wire nuts should be
tight.

Conduit Ground Wire
Connector

White Wire to
White Wire
(Neutral)

Black Wire to
Black Wire (Hot)

5. Replace junction box cover. See Figure 13.

The dishwasher must be secured to keep it from tilting when door is
opened. Choose one of the methods described below to secure unit.

Countertop Anchoring

1. Adjust levelers (see Step 5) so mounting brackets touch
underside of countertop. IMPORTANT: Dishwasher must rest
on floor--do not hang from countertop. See Figure 14.

2. Screw mounting brackets firmly to countertop using screws
provided in literature packet.

3. Open and close dishwasher door slowly. If door hits mounting
bracket screw heads, adjust front levelers.

Note: Open and close door to make sure it does not hit
surrounding cabinets or countertop.

5

Use Phillips Head Screws #8 x /8

(included inthe literaturepacket).

Floor Anchoring

This procedure is difficult and should be used only if countertop
mounting brackets cannot be used.

1. Screw 1/4"lag screws, not included, through holes provided in
frame rail. See Figure 15.

2. Use expansion fasteners if floor is concrete.

Use'/4 "/.agscrews
(not includ_d)

Figure 15

Note: If mounting your dishwasher to the countertop orto the floor
is not a desirable option, you can order the side mount kit,

154477201, by contacting your dealer or parts supplier. This allows
you to install the dishwasher by securing it to the cabinets or
partitions on either side of the unit. The kit utilizes the front frame of
the dishwasher to secure the unit to the cabinet or partitions.

Electric Shock Hazard

Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box
or circuit breaker box before beginning
installation.

Failure to follow this warning could result in
death or serious injury.

Cut Hazard

Metal color panels are sharp and should be
handled with care. Wear gloves to protect
hands.

Failure to follow this warning may result in
injury.

To Install a Custom Wood Panel

The dishwasher door panel can be customized to match wood
cabinets. This will require a kit that includes a mid-door with side
and bottom trim, heavy-duty door springs and instructions.
Kits are available from your dealer or parts supplier.

To Remove and Replace Outer Door

.

.

Unlatch and open
door. Using a Phillips
head screw driver,
remove two (2) screws
from inner door. Save
screws to reassemble.
See Figure 16a.

Close and latch door

while holding both
sides.

Figure i 6a

, Place one hand on

each side of door and
pull down at top

approximately V4".
Pull entire door

assembly toward
you to remove.
See Figure 16b.

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Appearance of console and door may

vary from your model.

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5.

Place door where it will not get scratched or damaged while
completing installation.

When ready to replace door, fit the slots on each side of top
door edge over the tabs on the metal liner. Push on sides to

insure the door is fiat. Push up from bottom until there is no gap
between door and console. See Figure 16c.

Liner

Door

Side
View

Appearance ofconsole and door may

vary from your model.

6. Unlatch door and open while supporting outer door on both sides
at bottom to keep in place. Align screw holes and replace
screws.

Before starting the dishwasher,
check these items:

_1 Drain hose is assembled to drain pump.
_1 All packing materials and consumer literature have been

removed from u nit.
_1 Dishwasher is level and securely fastened.
_1 Open and close door to make sure it does not hit

surrounding cabinet or countertop.
_1 Water and drain lines have no kinks.
_1 Wiring connections to junction box are tight.

Water supply is turned on.
Joints are free of leaks.

Replacing Door

1. Refer to Step 10, numbers 5 and 6, for replacing outer door.

2. Adjust door springs to balance weight of door. A correct spring
setting allows door to remain horizontal in opened position, yet
will rise to close with slight lift of finger.

3. If necessary, increase tension by moving springs to a hole
toward rear of unit or decrease by moving them toward front.
See Figure 17.

F/_are 17

Move springs toward
rear of dlsgwasher to
increase tension.

4. Turn electrical supply on.

Operate the machine through at
least one fill and pump-out,
checking the following items:

At first fill, make sure water completely covers filter surface.

(Motor pump sound may be heard before water enters unit).

At pump-out, make sure all water is pumped out.

Check water connections again for leaks.

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Electric Shock Hazard

If all connections are correct, there are no leaks,
and unit runs properly, replace the kickplate
assembly before placing unit into operation.

Failure to follow this warning could result in
electric shock.