Mcr220 radiator installation, General concept schematic – Swiftech H20 220 ULTIMA XT REV2 User Manual

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MCR220

ADIATOR INSTALLATION

Preamble:

The MCR220

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dual 120mm radiator ships with the fans and the Radbox chassis already pre-assembled to the radiator. It is assumed in effect

that users will take advantage of our Radbox concept (external radiator installation) due to the benefits it provides and ease of installation. In
such context, the following installation guide describes this type of installation. We also recognize that due to various considerations (cosmetics,
space, or simply user preference) a number of users will wish to install the MR220 radiator internally. Because of the large size of the radiator, it
is most likely that an internal installation will require extensive modifications in most computer cases. Because these modifications depend on the
structure and dimensions of each individual chassis, we simply cannot provide precise installation instructions to this effect. Here are some
general guidelines that advanced “case-modders” should take into consideration:

Radiator installation, general considerations:

For optimum performance, radiators require an unobstructed source of cool air. From a performance standpoint, the most effective solution is to
draw cool air from the exterior. A second but equally important consideration is maintenance: air accumulates in any liquid cooling loop over
time, and always tends to be trapped at the highest point of the loop. Swiftech radiators are self purging as long as they are oriented vertically,
with the fittings positioned “right-side-up”. So, installing the radiator in it’s intended orientation (shown below) is the most desirable solution:

External Installation:

An external mounting of the radiator is advantageous from both a performance and maintenance stand-points. This can be easily effectuated by
means of the provided Radbox. The Radbox is affixed to the backside of the case and the tubing is routed through pre-existing or drilled holes in
the case. This place the connections at the top of the radiator and will prevent the accumulation of air in the radiator.

Because of tube-routing considerations, it is not always possible to install the radiator vertically right-side-up; installing the radiator upside down
also works, but users are cautioned about the accumulation of air at the top of the radiator over time which will require periodic purging of the
system.

Internal installation:

Mounting a dual 120mm radiator internally often results in placing the radiator horizontally at the top of the case, with the fittings looking down or
at the bottom of the case, with the fittings looking up. Placing the radiator at the top of the case will allow air to accumulate over time and
requires periodic purging maintenance. Placing the radiator at the bottom of the case will make the radiator self-purging, but it may also gather
dust VERY quickly if adjacent to the floor. In many situations, mounting a dual 120mm radiator inside a case may also require extensive
modifications for the air inlet and mounting of the radiator; it should be noted however that case manufacturer growing awareness for water-
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ooling fosters the release of “liquid-cooling ready“solutions that will greatly facilitate the installation of this kit. There is no standard in this

respect, and therefore no “formula” for installation; as a result users will simply need to exercise common sense and good judgment.

 Using the Radbox: exploded view