Crosley CDB900NW6B, CDB900NW4A, CDB900NS3A, CDB900NB6B, CDB900NB5A Owner’s Manual

z

>

oo

iiiiii_ii_ii_ii_iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii_ii_ii_ii_ii_i__i__i__i__i__i__i__i__i__i__iiiii_i_

www.cr0sley.c0m USA and Canada 1-336-761-1212

F_

!i!!i!!_i!ii!_!!ii!ii!ii_ii_ii_ii_ii_ii!iii_!o>

!!_ii_iiii!i!_!i!ii!iiiiiiiiii_!i!iiii!i!ii!_iii!_!!_!i!_iii!i!!i!iil
ii_!i_i_i_ii_i_!_i_i_i!_i!_i_!i_!_i!i!_i_i_!_!_i_i_i!_ii:!i_!i_i!i!_i!i_ii_!_!_ii_

!i!iii!i_i!i!_iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii!iii!ii!°

Please read all instructions before using this

dishwasher.

For your Safety

* Use your dishwasher only as instructed in

this Use and Care Manual.

* This Manual does not cover every possible

condition and situation that may occur.
Use common sense and caution when

installing, operating and maintaining any
appliance.

* NSF certified residential dishwashers

are not intended for licensed food
establishments.

* DISHWASHER MUST BE ELECTRICALLY

GROUNDED. Read the Installation
Instructions for details.

* This dishwasher is designed to operate on

regular house current (120V, 60Hz). Use
a circuit equipped with a 15 ampere fuse
or circuit breaker. Use a 20 ampere fuse

if dishwasher is connected with a food
disposer.

* Do not operate dishwasher unless all

enclosure panels are in their proper place.

* To avoid entrapment and/or suffocation,

remove door or door latch mechanism from
any dishwasher that is discarded or not in

use,

* Keep young children and infants away from

dishwasher when it is operating.

* Do not let children abuse, sit, stand or play

on door or racks of a dishwasher.

* Use only detergents and rinse agents

recommended for use in a dishwasher.

* Store dishwasher detergent and rinse

agents out of the reach of children.

* Do not wash plastic items unless marked:

"Dishwasher Safe" or equivalent. Check

with manufacturer for recommendations,
if not marked. Items that are not marked

dishwasher safe may melt and create a
potential fire hazard.

* Disconnect electrical power to dishwasher

before servicing.

* If the dishwasher drains into a food

disposer, make sure disposer is completely
empty before running dishwasher.

®

Repairs should be done by a qualified

technician.

e

Do not tamper with controls.

e

Do not touch the heating element during or
immediately after

e

Use care unloading the dishwasher when
the SANITIZE option has been selected.
Contents may be hot to the touch

immediately after the end of cycle.
Water vapor from the vent may be hot to

the touch when the SANITIZE option has

been selected. Use care and do not let
small children play around or touch the

vent area of the dishwasher.
When loading items to be washed:

Locate sharp items and knives so
that they are not likely to damage

the door seal or tub.
Load sharp items and knives with

the handles up to reduce the risk
of cut-type injuries.

Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas

may be produced in a hot water, system
that has not been used for 2 weeks or

more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If

hot water system has not been used for
such a period, before using dishwasher,
turn for several minutes This will

release any accumulated hydrogen gas.

HYDROGEN GAS IS FLAMMABLE. Do no
smoke or use an open flame during this

time.

Do not store or use combustible materials,
gasoline or other flammable vapors and

liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or
injury when using your dishwasher, follow

This symbols will help alert you to such
dangers as personal injury, burns, fire and

electrical shock.

ThankyouforchoosingCrosle¥o

This Use & Care Guide is part of our
commitment to customer satisfaction and

product quality throughout the service life of
your new appliance.

We view your purchase as the beginning of a
relationship. To ensure our ability to continue
serving you, please use this page to record
important product information.

Purchase Date

Model Number

Serial Number

Why Energy Efficient Units run long
cycles: Several factors are important to
washing dishware. The energy use of your

dishwasher was reduced by applying more
of the factors that don't use so much energy
and less of the ones that use more. Asa

result, you will see that the wash cycles take
longer.

Very Important Information

- Read Before Operating Your

Dishwasher!

Normal Operating Sounds

_his dishwasher does not sound like most
dishwashers - iT'S QUIETER.

Your Precision Direct Wash System® dishwasher
uses energy efficient motors for the wash and

drain portions of the cycle you select. Each
cycle has a series of water fills and drains for

washing and rinsing dishes. As each cycle
begins, you may- or may not- hear the drain

ilotor.

• he next sound you will hear is the splashing
/rater as it enters the tub. Then the lower arm

"otates and circulates water. This is followed
_y a pause and a slightly different sound as the

Jpper arms spray water. If you listen closely,

'ou will hear the change in sound as the wash

action switches from one arm to the other.

PLEASE BE ADVISED: If you

compare this dishwasher to previous
models, you may be surprised at what

you DONq hear,

Yourdishwashercleansbysprayingamixtureofhotwateranddetergentthroughthesprayarms
againstsoiledsurfaces.First,thedishwasherfillswithwatercoveringthefilterarea.Wateris
thenpumpedthroughthesprayarms.Soilparticlesgothroughandacrossthefilteranddownthe
drainasthewaterispumpedout.Thisseriesofstepsarerepeatedasneeded.Thenumberof
waterfillsvarywiththecyclebeingused.

NozzleorSprayArm

Tub Gasket

Top Rack

CupShelves
(onsome
models)

MiddleSpray

Serial Label

Located on right

side of tub)

Lower Rack

Silverware Basket

Lower

Overfill

Rinse Aid

Getting Started

1. Load Dishwasher (See Preparing and
Loading Dishes).

2. Add detergent (See Dishwasher
Dispenser & Detergents).

3. Add Rinse Aid, if needed (See Rinse
Aid).

4. Close door to latch.

5. Select desired CYCLE (See Cycle
Chart). The indicator light above the pad will
glow when selected.

6. Select desired OPTION (See Energy
Options). The indicator light above the pad
will glow when selected.

7. Run hot water faucet nearest
dishwasher until water is hot. Turn water off.

8. To start, press START/CANCEL pad.

Element

Trap

ent

Dispenser

Appearance may vary from your model.

The dishwasher is programmed to remember
your last cycle so you do not have to reset

each time. To start the dishwasher using
the same cycle and options selected on the

previous wash, just press the START/CANCEL

Pad: ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................

Wash Cycle Selections

Cycle times are approximate and will vary with
options selected. Hot water is necessary to
activate dishwasher detergent and melt fatty

food soils. An automatic sensor will check the

incoming water temperature and, if it is not

hot enough, the cycle will be lengthened for
automatic water heating in the main wash and
final rinse of all cycles. This happens even
when H:[-TEMPWASH option has not been
selected. When H]:-TEMP WASH is selected,
an even higher temperature will be reached to

handle heavier soil loads.

Option Selections
Hi=Ternp Wash Option

When HI-TEMP WASH option is selected, the
dishwasher heats water in the main wash to

approximately 140°F (60°C).
This increase in water temperature helps the

dishwasher detergent remove food grease and
soil from dishes more effectively and aids in

drying. HI-TEMP WASH option can be used with
all cycles except RINSE ONLY. HI-TEMP WASH

is automatically provided when the HEAVY
WASH cycle is selected.

When HI-TEMP WASH option is selected, the
light above the pad will come on and remain
on until end of cycle. Toturn off the HI-TEMP
WASH option, press the pad a second time.
The light above the pad will turn off.

Heat Dry/Air Dry

Use of the Heated Dry option, especially in
combination with use of a rinse agent, will
enhance drying. If Air Dry is selected the
heater will be de-activated during the drying
phase of the selected wash cycle. This will
slightly lower the energy use but will increase

the likelihood that the dishware will not dry

completely.

Sanitize Option

To sanitize your dishes and glassware, select
SANITIZE option. When selected, the light

above the pad will come on and remain on until
the end of the cycle. The water temperature

in the final rinse will be raised to 155°F (68°C).
This option is available in Heavy and Normal

Cycles. Only these sanitization cycles have
been designed to meet NSF requirements.

The cycle time will be extended until the proper
water temperature is reached. Washing

action will continue during the water heating
delay. For best results, the incoming water
temperature should be at least 120°F (49°C).

The sanitize criteria may not be satisfied if there
is an interruption of the cycle, power failure or if
the incoming water temperature is below 120°F
(49°C).

To turn off the SANITIZE option, press the pad
a second time. The light above the pad will

turn off.

Delay Start

The DELAYSTART option allows you to
automatically delay starting your dishwasher

from 2-4-6 hours.
Press the pad once for a 2 hour delay, twice for

4 hours and three times for 6 hours. A light
will come on indicating the delay start hours

and will remain on until cycle starts.
To cancel the DELAY START option and begin

the cycle before the delay period is over, press
the START/CANCEL pad.

Child Lock Controls

To prevent children from accidently changing
the dishwasher cycle or starting the
dishwasher, lock the dishwasher controls

by pressing and releasing the AIR DRY pad

for 3 seconds while the door is latched. An

indicator light on the lock graphic pad will
illuminate when the controls are locked and

no new selections can be made until the lock
is released. To unlock the controls, press the

same pad AIR DRY,until the indicator light
goes out.

Status Indicator Lights

The WASHING light comes on at the beginning
of the cycle and remains on until the end of

the main wash.
Whether heated or unheated dry is selected

the DRYING light will come on during the
drying portion of the cycle.

When the SANITIZE option is selected, the
SANITIZED light will glow when the SANITIZE

cycle is finished. If the dishwasher did not

properly sanitize the dishes, the light will not

come on. This can happen if the cycle is

interrupted. The light will remain on until the

door is opened.
The CLEAN light will come on at the end of

cycle and remain on until the door is opened.

To Cancel a Cycle

You can cancel a cycle anytime during the cycle.
Press START/CANCEL pad and the dishwasher

will start a 90 second drain. At the end of the
drain, select the next desired cycle.

Cycle Chart

Cycle 1"oSelect Cycle Water

(approx,)

Heavy Wash

--orpots, pans casseroles

and dinnerware with dried-
on or baked-on soils

Select HEAVYWASH
and desired OPTIONS.

HI-TEMPWASHwill
automatically be provided

9 gal.

33 liters

SANITIZE is optional.

Time * Washes/

(Hours) Rinses

2 1/4 to 4 Washes
2 1/2 4 Rinses

Normal Wash Hi-Temp
and Sanitize

:or heavier, greasy soils and

for Sanitize.

Normal Wash

For regularly soiled dishes
and silverware. (See Note
Below)

Top Rack

For lightly soiled or pre-
rinsed dishes and silverware

loaded only in the Top Rack.

Select NORMALWASH
and desired OPTIONS

includingSANITIZE or
HI-TEMPWASH.

Select NORMALWASH
and desired OPTIONS.

Selecting HI-TEMP ON or
SANITIZE will result in a

longer cycle.

Select TOP RACKand
desired OPTIONS.

8 gal.

29 liters

4 gal.

16 liters

3 gal.

13 liters

2 1/4 5 Washes

2 Rinses

2 3 Washes

2 Rinses

1 1/4 2 Washes

1 Rinses

Rinse Only

:or rinsing dishes that will

be washed later.

Select RINSE ONLY. DO

NOTUSE detergent.

2 gal.
8 liters

1/4 2 Rinses

* Includes dry time

The Normal cycle with its factory default options of normal temperature and heated dry
together provide the best all around performance. This cycle selection is recommended for

everyday use and is suitable for a large range of both load sizes and food quantities remaining

Dish Preparation

Scrape away large pieces of food, bones,
pits, toothpicks, etc. The continuously
filtered wash fluid will remove remaining food
particles. Burned-on foods should be loosened
before loading. Before loading them in the
dishwasher empty liquids from glasses and

cups.

Foods such as mustard, mayonnaise, vinegar,
lemon juice and tomato based products may

cause discoloration of stainless steel and
plastics if allowed to sit for a long period of

time. Unless the dishwasher is to be operated
at once, it is best to pro-rinse or use the rinse
only cycle to rinse off these food soils.

• Load racks so that large items do not
prevent the detergent dispenser from
opening.

Check manufacturer's recommendations
before washing items in question.

If the dishwasher drains into a Food
Disposer, be sure disposer is

completely empty before starting
dishwasher,

10 place settings standard loading pattern

Loading the Top Rack

Features and appearance of racks and

silverware basket as shown may vary
from your model,

The upper rack is designed for flexibility in
loading a wide variety of items including cups,
glasses, stemware, small plates, bowls, etc.

Load glasses in top rack only. Damage may
occur if placed in bottom rack.

Load plastic items in top rack only. Melting
may occur if placed in bottom rack.

Load items with open ends facing down for
better cleaning and drying.

Damage may occur if delicate items touch
each other during dishwasher operation.

Long-handled knives and utensils can be
placed in top rack.

Be sure nothing protrudes through the bottom
of the rack to block rotation of the middle

spray arm.

12 place settings standard loading pattern

Some models have a fold-down cup shelf
or a cup shelf/stemware holder. They can

be used to load two levels of cups, juice

glasses, and other short items. Stagger

items on upper level so that water can
reach all inside surfaces. Fold cupshelves

up to load tall glasses.

Top Rack

Loading the Bottom Rack

The TOP RACK option can be used to wash
a wide assortment of items when you don't
have a full load. Also, when the upper rack
fills up with glasses and the lower rack is still
empty, you don't have to wait anymore for
clean glasses.

STEMWARE HOLDER/CUFSHELF not

available on all models,

Features amd appearance of racks and
silverware basket as shown may vary

from your model,
The lower rack is best for plates, saucers,

bowls, and cookware. Large items should be
placed along the edge so they do not block
the spray arm rotation. For best results, place
bowls, casseroles, and sauce pans with soiled
surface facing down and toward the center.
Tilt slightly for better drainage.

Make sure tall items do not block spray arm
rotation.

Be sure pan handles do not protrude through
the bottom of the rack and block the spray

arm rotation.

10 place settings standard loading pattern.

12 place settings standard loading pattern.

Loading the Silverware Basket

Load sharp items (knives, skewers, etc.)

pointingdown.
Failuretodosomayresultininjury.

Features and appearance of racks and
silverware basket as shown may vary
from your model,

Load the silverware basket while it is in the
bottom rack or take the basket out for loading

on a counter or table.

For baskets with lids small items like baby
bottle caps, jar lids, corn cob holders, etc.,
can be placed in a covered section. Close the "
cover to hold small items in place.

Adding a Dish

To add or remove items after wash cycle
sta rts:

o

Unlatch door and wait a few seconds
until wash action stops before opening.

Add the item, place the door in an
almost closed position, and wait a few
seconds to allow cold air to slowly
expand inside dishwasher.

Close door firmly to latch and resume
cycle.

Use suggested loading patterns, as shown, to
increase washability of the silverware.

Be sure nothing protrudes through bottom of
basket or rack to block the spray arm.

Do not mix silver and stainless to avoid

damaging the silver finish.
When covers are up, mix items in each

section of the basket with some pointing

up and some down to avoid nesting. Water

spray cannot reach nested items.

Theuseofindustrialgradedetergentcan
damagetheheatingcoilandotherpartsof
thedishwasherleadingtodamagetothe
unitandsurroundingproperty.Useonly
householdgradeautomaticdishwasher
detergents.

_ Cover

er

Filing the Detergent Dispenser

The detergent dispenser has two detergent

cups. The smaller one is for addition to the
pre-wash and the larger is for release to the

main wash.

• Use only fresh automatic dishwashing
detergent. Other detergents may cause

oversudsing.

• When using automatic dishwashing
detergent tablets or packets, use only one

tablet or packet, place in the main wash

cup and close.

• Add detergent just before starting cycle.

• Store detergent in a cool, dry location and
discard any that becomes moist or caked.

Detergent Usage Chart

Cycle Soft Water Medium Hard Water Hard Water Very Hard Water

(g-3 grains) (4=8 grains) (9-12 grains) (Over 12 grains)

Heavy Wash 2 teaspoons 5 teaspoons 8 teaspoons Each Cup-

or (each cup- (each cup- fill (each cup- Completely

Normal Wash 1/4 full) to line above completely full) softener

Top Rack 2 teaspoons 5 teaspoons 8 teaspoons Hain

(Main Wash (each cup- fill (Main Wash Wash Cup =

cup- to line above cup- completely Completely Full

1/4 full) "Regular") full) (water softener

"Regular")

%__ Pre-Wash

If the cover is dosed on the Main Wash Cup
open by pressing the Cover Latch,

Hew much Detergent to use

The amount of detergent to use depends
on the water hardness. Water hardness is

measured in grains per gallon. Using too little
detergent can result in poor cleaning and hard
water filming or spotting. Using too much
detergent in soft water can cause etching
to some glassware which is surface damage
that appears like a film but cannot be wiped
off. Your local water company, water softener
company or county extension agent can tell
you the water hardness in your area.

To achieve the best results from your
dishwasher, visit www,dishwashinge×pert,corn
for general tips regarding the performance
and operation of your dishwasher.

Cup

Full (water
recommended)

recommended)

Rinse Only No Detergent No Detergent No Detergent No Detergent

(water softener
recommended)

As a rule, use 1 teaspoon for each grain above 12. For very hard water, detergent alone
may not be enough and then a water softener is recommended to improve water quality and
dishwashing performance.

i!!!!!!iit!0i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!iJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJ_