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IN YOUR KITCHEN
Kucht Built-In Refrigerator
KRSERIES
INSTALLATION MANUAL
APPLICABLE MODEL: KR300SD, KR360SD, KR365FD

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  • Page 1 BE A IN YOUR KITCHEN Kucht Built-In Refrigerator KRSERIES INSTALLATION MANUAL APPLICABLE MODEL: KR300SD, KR360SD, KR365FD...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    INSTALLING THE CABIN BOTTOM ............................49 Water connec�on ................................49 A�aching the upper vent hole part ..........................51 A�aching the lower vent hole assembly........................52 A�aching the decora�ve parts ............................53 FURNITURE DOOR PREPARATION ............................54 Choosing the Door Thickness ............................54 WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 3 Adjus�ng the hardness of the hinges..........................80 CHANGING THE DIRECTION OF THE FF DOOR........................81 Removing the FF clad door ............................81 Removing and preparing the Fridge Inner Door ......................84 Replacing the hinges ..............................86 Installing the FF PU Door..............................90 WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 4: Symbols And Their Meanings

    If the product has been transported horizontally, you must wait for 4 hours minimum before plugging it in. The following instruc�ons must be followed during installa�on: Dimensions of the installa�on area must be suitable. Dimensions, features and posi�on of the object used to support and fix the product to this area must be suitable. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 5 The product may �p over since it is quite heavy. For this reason, precau�ons must be taken against �pping over. The doors of the product must be kept closed un�l it reaches the des�na�on and it must be transported in accordance with the installa�on instruc�ons. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 6 Product weight Load bearing capacity of the doors TRF 76BINFIA TRF 91BINFIA KR300SD KR365FD WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 7: Stalla�On Place

    Do not connect the plugs of other appliances behind this product. If the humidity level is high where the product is used, corrosion may be seen on the outer surface of the product. Keep the installa�on room dry and well cleaned to avoid corrosion. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 8 Side walls must be free of clearances and their surfaces must be flat. Minimum thickness of the side walls must be 5/8" (16 mm). Minimum thickness of the doors to be a�ached to the product must be ¾" (19 mm) . WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 9 Pressure of the mains water must be in compliance with the values specified in the manual. Loca�on of the water system must comply with the dimensions specified in the manual. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Bypass is recommended for the water filtering system if a reverse osmosis system is used. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 10: Tool List

    Tools to be used when installing the product are as follows: Safety ½" Cordless Goggles Wrench Drill ammer Ladder Ø2.4 Drill bit Ø8.0 Safety Drill bit Cu�er Gloves ¼" Tape Star bit measure Wrench Flat Bubble Tape Wheelbarrow Level Tool WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 11: Alternatives For Installation

    The product can be placed in various ways based on the kitchen design. It must be installed at a place where it is ensured that the door can be opened and closed properly. If the doors cannot be opened 90 degrees at least, you cannot completely open the drawers inside the product. Single cabin placement methods Dual cabin placement methods WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 12: Preparation For Installation

    This is the most common installa�on scenario. Cabin Dimensions Cabin dimensions below must be checked before star�ng the installa�on. Category KR300SD KR360SD KR365FD width 30" (762mm) 36" (914mm) 36" (914mm) depth 25" (635mm) 25" (635mm) 25" (635mm) height 84" (2134mm) 84" (2134mm) 84" (2134mm) WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 13: Loca�On Of The Electrical Wiring

    Do not use extension cables or two pin adaptors and do not remove the ground terminal of the grounding cable. ATTENTION: A qualified electrician must ensure that the poles of the socket are connected correctly. Verify that the grounding of the socket is correct. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 14: Loca�On Of The Water System

    A connector that has a thread with an external diameter of ¼ must be used to connect the hose end to the product. Before comple�ng the installa�on, make sure that water flows and there is no water leakage. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 15 Flatness of the floor where the product will be installed must be checked with a Bubble Level Tool. Uprightness of the furniture flanges must be checked with a Bubble Level Tool. If the flatness and uprightness of the product is not proper, problems may arise with the installa�on. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 16: Produc�On Dimension

    Confiden�al PRODUCT DIMENSION Category KR300SD KR360SD KR365FD 29 3/4” (756mm) 35 3/4” (908mm) 35 3/4” (908mm) ” ¼” ” ” ” ” ” WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 17 Confiden�al KR365FD ” ” ” ” ” ” ” ” ¾“ ” WWW.KUCHT.COM...
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  • Page 21 Confiden�al ¾” ” ” ” ° ° KR365FD WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 22 Confiden�al ” ¾” ” ” ¾” ° ° ” KR365FD WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 23 Confiden�al ” ” ” ” ” ” ” ” ” ” ” ¼” ” ” ” ” ” ” WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 24 Confiden�al KR300SD KR365FD KR360SD WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 25 Confiden�al ” ” ” ” ” ” ” ” ” ” ” ” Category KR300SD KR360SD KR365FD ” ” ” ” ” ” WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 26: Unpacking

    Confiden�al Unpacking WARNING: At least two persons must carry the refrigerator. Use a box cu�er to remove the tapes. Cut the Packaging Board with a Box Cu�er through the sec�on illustrated in do�ed lines andremove it. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 27 Confiden�al Remove the Packaging Polystyrene material. ATTENTION: Do not remove the tape of the upper door on the product un�l the refrigerator is placed into the cabin. Risk of �pping over. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 28: Removing Connectors On The Rear Wall

    Confiden�al Removing connectors on the rear wall WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 29: Removing Moun�Ng Parts In The Freezer Compartment

    Confiden�al Removeing moun�ng Parts in the Freezer Compartment WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 30: Removing The Frz Crisper

    Confiden�al Removing the FRZ Crisper Remove it manually with 4 knurled screws. Remove the Lower Crisper. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 31: Removing The Frz Door

    Confiden�al Removing the FRZ Door Remove 2 screws which are near the front sec�on and connect the FRZ Door and the rail. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 32: Removing The Lower Vent Hole Assembly

    Confiden�al Pull the door frontward to free it from the tabs at the back and remove it. Removing the Lower Vent Hole Assembly Remove the 2 screws to take out the Lower Vent HoleAssembly. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 33: Removing The Upper Vent Hole Part

    Confiden�al Removing the Upper Vent Hole Part Remove the 2 screws to take out the Upper Vent Hole Part. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 34: Pre Installation

    Make sure that there is no electrical or water connec�on where the screws will be �ghten and connec�ons will be established. WARNING: Please remember to use the necessary protec�ve equipment when drilling holes on the wall and performing installa�on. Mark the wall for An� Tip Brackets (7). WWW.KUCHT.COM WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 35 Confiden�al Use a drill to create holes for dowels (8) at the marked points. (5/16” Ø8) Use the hammer to fit the dowels 8 Fit the brackets (7) into their places, using 4 screws for each. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 36 If there is furniture at the back wall of the refrigerator, please make sure that the furniture is fixed to the wall. For this, you need to be sure that the back wall of the furniture is fixed to the concrete back wall with suitable connec�on parts. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 37: Alterna�Ve An� �P Method

    To determine the loca�on for the wooden girder, mark it on the rear wall, select suitable screws and connect safely. WARNING: Number and features of the screws to be used for the wooden girder must be determined so that there is no safe connec�on. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 38: Preparing The Water Hose And The Power Plug

    A connector that has a thread with an external diameter of ¼ must be used to connect the hose end to the product. You can choose the method A or method B below to prevent the cable from ge��ng jammed. the water hose and power supply on the back the water hose and power supply on the side WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 39: Installation To The Cabin

    Confiden�al INSTALLATION TO THE CABIN Taking the Refrigerator from the Wooden Pallet Remove the brackets that connect the refrigerator to the WoodenPallet. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 40: Placing The Refrigerator Into The Cabin

    The risk of �pping over is high as of this point. You should not open the doors un�l the product is placed into the cabin. Placing the refrigerator into the cabin Insert the mains water hose into the duct at the back and take it out from thefront. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 41 You must a�ach the Freezer Door temporarily to align the product before placing it. You must use the upper edges of the Freezer Door when aligning the product with the furniture. Adjustment of other edges are explained in the following pages. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 42 Confiden�al IMPORTANT INFORMATION: You must use the upper edges of the Freezer Door when aligning the product with the furniture. Adjustment of other edges are explained in the following pages. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 43: Adjus�Ng The Height Of The Refrigerator In The Cabin

    Adjust the refrigerator height using the adjustable feet. WARNING: First of all, raise the front feet to reduce the risk of the cabin falling frontward. A/D –Turn the key clockwise to li� the front B/C –Turn the key clockwise to li� the rear WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 44: Adjus�Ng The Refrigerator According To The Cabin Flange

    Confiden�al A�er adjus�ng the adjustable feet, check the flatness in both width and depth direc�ons. The maximum height that the adjustable feet can reach is 1 9/16" (40 mm) and the product height is 85 3/8" (2,169 mm) IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Adjusting the refrigerator according to the cabin �lange For products with clad doors, the posi�on of the Refrigerator is adjusted so that the door and the furniture surface are flush.
  • Page 45 For products without clad doors, the product is placed using the Adjustment part ( No10) as shown in the figure below. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: It is very important to align the upper edge of the Freezer door when aligning. All the other edges can be adjusted with the adjustment mechanisms. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 46 Confiden�al Posi�on of the level adjustment part (10) must be adjusted according to the thickness of the door. It can adjust the level for 4 different door thickness levels. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 47: Screwing The Side Brackets

    Use the 12 long screws (Item No16) to join the product and the cabinet. WARNING: Before star�ng to screw the Side and Upper brackets, please make sure that water is supplied to the product and there is no water leakage. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 48: Screwing The Upper Bracket

    If you have difficulty �ghtening the screws, opening a reference hole with the drill will make this procedure easier. Screwing the upper bracket A�ach the upper bracket to the furniture with 4 screws (ItemNo16). IMPORTANT INFORMATION: If you have difficulty �ghtening the screws, opening a reference hole with the drill will make this procedure easier WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 49: Installing The Cabin Bottom

    WARNING: The water valve must be off when connec�ng the water hose. WARNING: It is recommended that the water on/off valve remains accessible a�er installing the product. WARNING: This product is suitable for use with cold water mains only. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 50 Pressure of the water system must be between 25 80 psi (1.7 5.5 Bar). IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Once the connec�on is complete, you must turn on the mains valve and make sure that there is no leakage at that point. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 51: A�Aching The Upper Vent Hole Part

    Confiden�al A�aching the upper vent hole part Use 2 screws to a�ach the upper vent holepart. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 52: A�Aching The Lower Vent Hole Assembly

    You can move the lower vent hole forward backward to adjust it to the kick plate in the kitchen. WARNING: Forward backward travel distance of the lower kick plate must be 15/16" (23 mm). As you can see in the figure, the decora�ve kick plate must not be in front of the upper vent hole level. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 53: A�Aching The Decora�Ve Parts

    Confiden�al Attaching the decorative parts A�ach the side closing parts (1) onto the right/le� connec�onbrackets. A�ach the upper closing part (4) onto the upper connec�on bracket. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 54: Furniture Door Preparation

    The door of your refrigerator can open by 115° maximum. If the door is going to open to this degree, you can choose the following thickness levels. WARNING: If the door thickness is more than 1 ½” (38 mm), the door should not open more than 90°. You must use a limi�ng pin on the hinge. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 55 You can limit the opening degree of your door to 90° if you want. In this case, the door thickness levels can be like the following (you can look at the relevant sec�on to learn how to a�ach the 90° limi�ng pin. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 56: Removing The Mechanism Covers

    There is a magnet on the cover door hanger bracket. This is a func�onal part for the opera�on of the product. It should not be confused with the lower cover. Remove two screws to take out the cover door hanger bracket. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 57: Removing The Panel Adjustment Mechanisms On The Refrigerator

    Confiden�al Removing the Panel Adjustment Mechanisms on the Refrigerator Remove the Upper and Lower Adjus�ng Mechanism Assemblies from the FF Door. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 58 Confiden�al Remove the Panel Adjustment Mechanisms from the lower part of the freezer Door. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 59: Preparing Furniture Door

    "Furniture door prepara�on template" (Item No 6) provided with the product. WARNING: Handle connec�on holes must be adjusted according to the handles to be used in kitchen design. WARNING: Minimum thickness of the door must be ¾" (19mm). WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 60: Preparing The Fridge Furniture Door

    Confiden�al Preparing the Fridge Furniture Door ” ” ” WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 61 Confiden�al “ ” ” “ “ ” ” ” ” ” ” “ ” KR365FD WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 62 Install 2 cradles using the chipboard screws (Item No23). You can also use the template (Item No 6) provided with the product to align these parts. It is recommended to keep this template for future reference. A�ach the FRZ door handle. Screws holding the door handle must not protrude. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 63 Confiden�al Preparing the Freezer Furniture Door ” ” “ “ ” ” ” KR300SD ” ” ” “ ” ” ” KR360SD KR365FD WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 64 Install 1 cradle using the chipboard screws (Item No23). You can also use the template (Item No 6) provided with the product to align these parts. It is recommended to keep this template for future reference. A�ach 3 sheet metal brackets (Item No14) using 6 screws (Item No15) foreach. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 65 Confiden�al A�ach the FRZ door handle. Screws holding the door handle must not protrude. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 66 Confiden�al ay down the furniture door, and place the freezer door onto it Put the screws back but do not �ghten Holes are in line WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 67 Washers to be used are determined based on the kitchen design. WARNING: You will find more Crescent Washers than you need in the moun�ng box. You can use them if your kitchen design requires so. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 68: Installing The Fridge Furniture Door

    Confiden�al Installing the Fridge Furniture Door 1.Attach the furniture door to the fridge door WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 69 Confiden�al Use the two screws removed from here to fix onto the adjus�ng bolts WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 70 Adjust from lower part of the door with 2 screws removed from here together with 2 slo�ed screws. Use the bracket (Item No21) to join the furniture door and fridge door, use 2 screws (Item No20) and 1 screw (Item No22) to fix. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 71 Adjust from lower part of the door with 2 screws removed from here together with 2 slo�ed screws. Use the bracket (Item No21) to join the furniture door and fridge door, use 2 screws (Item No20) and 1 screw (Item No22) to fix. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 72 Confiden�al Clip the decora�on cover (Item No19) WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 73 Confiden�al Use the 4 screws removed from here to fix the upper/lower decora�on cover. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 74: Installing The Freezer Furniture Door

    Confiden�al WARNING: You must keep these parts for future use. You will need them if you want to change the door direc�ons. Installing the Freezer Furniture Door Install the Freezer Furniture door assembly onto the rails. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 75 Confiden�al Fix the Freezer Furniture door assembly onto the rails with 2screws. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 76 Confiden�al Locate the drawer onto the rail and �ghten the screws WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 77 4. Engage set screw3 (see the graphic) to shi� the panel forward/backward; engage bolt to set the panel lower part in place. 5. Engage fixing washer and nut to set the panel in place. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 78 4. Engage set screw2 (see the graphic) to shi� the panel forward/backward; engage bolt to set the panel in place. 5. Engage the double threaded bolts fixing the door panel lower part. 6. Engage washer and nut fixing the panel lower part in place. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 79 Confiden�al A�ach the FRZ Cover (5) using the tabs. A�ach the side closing seals (2) (3). WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 80: Hinge Adjustment

    Use a drill to adjust the hardness of the upper and lower hinges of the FF Door. Set the hingeadjustment screw to posi�on "I" from posi�on "O". WARNING: The door must be fully open during this adjustment. WARNING: This adjustment must definitely be performed a�er the door has been adjusted. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 81: Changing The Direction Of The Ff Door

    CHANGING THE DIRECTION OF THE FF DOOR Removing the FF clad door Set the hardness level of the hinge to "0". ATTENTION: Failure to set the hinge to "0" and con�nuing the installa�on like that may cause injury. Remove the side closing seals. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 82 Confiden�al Loosen 2 screws of the Upper Cover of the Fridge Door and removeit. Remove the upper adjustment kits Loosen 2 screws of the Lower Cover of the Fridge Door and removeit. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 83 You can tape the Furniture Door to the Inner Door or ask for help from another person. Take the Fridge Furniture Door and lay it down on a table upside down. You must a�ach the Furniture Door by rota�ng it 180° based on its current posi�on. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 84: Removing And Preparing The Fridge Inner Door

    You can tape the Furniture Door to the Inner Door or ask for help from another person. Take out the FF Door and lay it down on a table remove the fixing parts and screw them to the opposite side of the door. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 85 Confiden�al A�ach the Hanger Sheet using 2 screws. WWW.KUCHT.COM WWW.KUCHT.COM WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 86: Replacing The Hinges

    Replacing the hinges Remove the Hinge Caps located at the other side where you will fix the hinges. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 87 Remove the lower right hinge by loosening its 2 screws and fix it to its slot at the upper Le� side. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 88 Confiden�al pper right hinge by loosening its 2 screws and fix it to its slot at the Remove the u lower Le� side WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 89 A�ach the Hinge Slot Caps removed from the le� side to the Hinge Caps at the right side. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 90: Installing The Ff Pu Door

    Installing the FF PU Door Place the Fridge Inner Door to the refrigerator and fix it with 4screws. WWW.KUCHT.COM...
  • Page 91 WE TRANSFORM A SIMPLE KITCHEN INTO A PRO ONE. THIS IS WHY WE CARE ABOUT MAKING VERY HIGH PERFORMANCE RANGES AND HOODS, TO MAKE YOU FEEL LIKE A PRO AND STYLISH COOKER. DESIGN: LONDON DC - WWW.LONDON-DC.COM FOR MORE DETAILS AND INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE WWW.KUCHT.COM...

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