Installation

Removing the hard rubber frame

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2

Engage the catch pins on the removal tool and remove the

 

1

Refer to the section “Theft deterrent faceplate (P. 10)” and

then remove the faceplate.

two locks on the upper level.

Push upward the frame and pull it forward as shown in the figure.

Lock Catch

Accessory2

Removal tool

3When the upper level is removed, remove the lower two locations.

Removing the Unit

1Refer to the section “Removing the hard rubber frame (P. 36)” and then remove the hard rubber frame.

2Remove the Hex-head screw with integral washer (M48) on the back panel.

3Insert the two removal tools deeply into the slots on each side, as shown.

Screw (M4X8)

Catch facing up

(commercially

 

available)

 

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Removal tool

4 Push upward the removal tool toward the top, and pull out the unit halfway whilst pressing towards the inside.

NOTE

The frame can be removed from the bottom side in the same manner.

2CAUTION

Be careful to avoid injury from the catch pins on the removal tool.

5Pull the unit all the way out with your hands, being

careful not to drop it.

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Kenwood KRC-V679R, KRC-679R, KRC-579B, KRC-579R instruction manual Removing the hard rubber frame

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