UNDERCOUNTER DISHWASHER Use & Care Guide For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service call: 1-800-253-1301 or visit our website at www.crosley.com Table of Contents.........................................
TABLE OF CONTENTS DISHWASHER SAFETY ................................................... 3 Before Using Your Dishwasher......................................... 4 PARTS AND FEATURES.................................................. 5 START-UP GUIDE............................................................... 6 Using Your New Dishwasher ............................................ 6 Stopping Your Dishwasher ............................................... 6 DISHWASHER LOADING ................................
DISHWASHER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.
Before Using Your Dishwasher Tip Over Hazard Do not use dishwasher until completely installed. Do not push down on open door. Doing so can result in serious injury or cuts. Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Connect ground wire to green ground connector in terminal box. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. ■ Install where dishwasher is protected from the elements.
PARTS AND FEATURES 7 1 2 8 3 9 4 10 5 11 6 12 13 9. Silverware basket 1. Top rack 5. Heating element 2. Water inlet opening [in the tub wall] 6. Vent 10. 3. Bottom rack 7. Spray tower and protector 11. Overfill protection float 4. Rack bumper 8. Model and serial number label 12. Detergent dispensers 13.
START-UP GUIDE Before using your dishwasher, remove all packaging materials. Read this entire Use and Care Guide. You will find important safety information and useful operating tips. Using Your New Dishwasher 1. Scrape large food soil and hard items (toothpicks or bones) from dishes. 2. Properly load the dishwasher. (See “Loading Your Dishwasher.”) Make sure nothing prevents the spray arm(s) from spinning freely. Stopping Your Dishwasher You can stop your dishwasher anytime during a cycle. 1.
Loading the Top Rack The top rack is designed for cups, glasses, and smaller items. (See recommended loading patterns shown.) NOTE: The features on your dishwasher rack may vary from the drawings shown. Loading the Bottom Rack The bottom rack is designed for plates, pans, casseroles, and utensils. Items with cooked-on or dried-on food should be loaded with soiled surfaces facing inward to the spray. (See recommended loading patterns shown.
Loading the Silverware Basket DISHWASHER USE Load the silverware basket while it is in the bottom rack or take the basket out for loading on a counter or table. NOTE: Unload or remove the basket before unloading the racks to avoid spilling water droplets on the silverware. Detergent Dispenser The detergent dispenser has 2 sections. The Pre-Wash section empties detergent into the dishwasher when you close the door. 1. 2. 3. 4. 1. Cover 2. Main wash section 3. Cover latch 4.
Where to fill Rinse Aid Dispenser Top of 3rd step (3 tbs or 45 g) Top of 2nd step (2 tbs or 30 g) Rinse aids prevent water from forming droplets that can dry as spots or streaks. They also improve drying by allowing water to drain off of the dishes during the final rinse by releasing a small amount of the rinse aid into the rinse water. Your dishwasher is designed to use a liquid rinse aid. Do not use a solid or bar-type. Checking the dispenser Check the center of the Fill Indicator cap.
Dishwasher Efficiency Tips Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwashing detergent. Hot water also dissolves grease on dishes and helps glasses dry spot-free. For best dishwashing results, water must be at least 120°F (49°C) as it enters the dishwasher. Loads may not wash as well if the water temperature is too low. To check water temperature 1. Run hot water at the faucet closest to your dishwasher for at least 1 minute. 2. Place a candy or meat thermometer in a glass measuring cup.
RINSE & HOLD Use this cycle for rinsing dishes, glasses, and silverware that will not be washed right away. Option Selections Do not use detergent with this cycle. You can change an option anytime before the selected option begins. For example, you can press an unheated drying option any time before drying begins. Heated Dry PreWash Rinse Rinse Main Wash Rinse Final Rinse ● ● Dry Time (min) Water Usage (gal/L) 20 2.9/10.9 Select this option to dry dishes with heated air.
WASHING SPECIAL ITEMS Material Dishwasher Safe?/Comments Stainless Steel Yes Run a rinse cycle if not washing immediately. Prolonged contact with food containing salt, vinegar, milk products, or fruit juice can damage finish. Sterling Silver or Silver Plate Yes Run a rinse cycle if not washing immediately. Prolonged contact with food containing salt, acid, or sulfide (eggs, mayonnaise, and seafood) can damage finish. Tin No Can rust. Wooden Ware No Wash by hand.
Cleaning the Filter Screen The filter system requires periodic cleaning as needed. To clean screen 1. Unload the bottom rack. Slide the rack forward or remove the rack to reach the filter screen. 2. Remove collected particles from the screen with your fingers or a paper towel. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid the cost of a service call...
NOTE: To remove spots and film from dishes, try a white vinegar rinse. This procedure is intended for occasional use only. Vinegar is an acid and using it too often could damage your dishwasher. Dishes are not completely clean Food soil left on the dishes ■ Is the dishwasher loaded correctly? Refer to the “Dishwasher Loading” section. Is the water temperature too low? If needed, turn home water heater up to ensure water entering dishwasher is at least 120°F (49°C).
Dishes are damaged during a cycle ■ Chipping of dishes Did you load the dishwasher properly? Load the dishes and glasses so they are stable and do not strike together from washing action. Minimize chipping by moving the rack in and out slowly. NOTE: Antiques, feather-edged crystal, and similar types of china and glassware might be too delicate for automatic dishwashing. Wash by hand. ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting.
CROSLEY® DISHWASHER WARRANTY ONE-YEAR FULL WARRANTY For one year from the date of installation, when this dishwasher is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation will pay for Factory Specified Parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a Whirlpool designated service company.
