Planning, I. planning – Swiftech H20 X20 EDGE SERIES User Manual

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INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of a Swiftech™ H20-EDGE liquid cooling system!

This kit has been designed to facilitate the installation of the components with either a minimum or no case
modifications at all. While all attempts have been made to make the installation of this system user friendly, please
note that this system is intended for users that are well versed in installing computer components.

DISCLAIMER

While all efforts have been made to provide the most comprehensive tutorial possible, Swiftech assumes no liability expressed or implied for
any damage(s) occurring to your components as a result of using Swiftech cooling products, either due to mistake or omission on our part in
the above instructi

ons, or due to failure or defect in the Swiftech™ cooling products.

In addition, Swiftech assumes no liability, expressed or implied, for the use of this product, and more specifically for any, and all damages
caused by the use of this product to any other device in a personal computer, whether due to product failure, leak, and electrical short, and or
electro-magnetic emissions.

WARRANTY

Our products are guaranteed for 12 months from the date of delivery to the final user against defects in materials or workmanship. During this
period, they will be repaired or have parts replaced provided that: (I) the product is returned to the agent from which it was purchased; (II) the
product has been purchased by the end user and not used for hire purposes; (III) the product has not been misused, handled carelessly, or
other than in accordance with any instructions provided with respect to its use. This guarantee does not confer rights other than those expressly
set out above and does not cover any claims for consequential loss or damage. This guarantee is offered as an extra benefit and does not
affect your statutory rights as a consumer.

IMPORTANT WARNINGS:

Never run your pump dry, even for testing purposes, this will cause permanent damage and void your warranty.

Always check that the screws used to fasten the fan to the radiator do not exceed the recommend length, or they will puncture the radiator
channels. Radiators damaged due such punctures are not covered by the warranty.

Planning

In order to facilitate the setup of your kit, an installation CD is included containing detailed 3D models that
illustrate 2 dozens of possible configurations with various types of chassis. Please take example on the
included 3D models for the installation of your new water-cooling system, as they accurately reflect
common and efficient configurations. A free 3-D viewer is included with the CD.

General considerations

 Please read this guide carefully and entirely before you start this installation. Plan your installation ahead. Observe the

relative position of the components for possible interference with other components.

 Never work with electricity connected to the computer while work is in progress.
 Depending on your chassis, it might be necessary to drill or cut some holes in the computer panels; it is strongly

recommended that you remove all the components from the chassis prior to perform any modifications in order to avoid
possible contamination of the electronic components with metal shavings.

 After the metal work has been completed if any, carefully clean the case to remove all metal shavings.
 Once the time has come to re-install the motherboard and complete the liquid-cooling circuit, the motherboard should be

disconnected from the power-supply at all times during the entire testing phase of the installation. In case of a spill or leak
on the motherboard, do not panic! As long as the motherboard is not electrically connected, no harm is done. You must
however thoroughly dry the exposed area, using a hair dryer for example, and wait a minimum of 6 to 8 hours prior to re-
connecting the motherboard to its power source.

 Think about the airflow inside your chassis. In liquid-cooling environments, it is always better to draw fresh air from the

outside through the radiator, as opposed to using the warm air from inside the computer.

 The tubing for the water-cooling system must be routed to form a complete loop that includes all elements of the system.

When daisy-chaining components, the simplest and most natural route is usually the best. Always avoid sharp bends that
would kink the tubing!

 The 3D models included in the installation CD describe common and efficient tube routing configurations. These are

guidelines only, and may change depending on the relative position of the components inside your chassis.