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- Page 1 ® Superior Liquid Cooling Systems PC3-700 Series PC3-700 Series User’s Manual User’s Manual English v1.01 Protected by U.S. Patents 6,664,627; 6,313,990; 6,234,240; 5,731,954 Other Technology Pending U.S. & World-Wide Patents...
- Page 2 Koolance Incorporated does not warrant them. TRADEMARKS The Koolance name and logo, and the Exos name and logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Koolance, Inc. Other company and product names used in this publication are for identifi cation purposes only and may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
- Page 3 For further information, please visit our website at: www.koolance.com CAUTION: Koolance Incorporated can not be held responsible for any damage to your system due to misconfi guration or incorrect installation. If there is any point of installation that you do not understand, please contact our Technical Support Staff at: tech@koolance.com, or visit...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction PC3-700 System Diagram ................4 LED Display Panel ..................5 Connecting PC3-700 Systems Power Connection ................... 8 ATX Power Switch ..................9 Cooler & Tubing Confi guration ..............10 Connecting Hoses ..................12 Disconnecting Hoses ..................13 Hose Lengths .................... -
Page 5: Required Tools
Included Hardware PC3 Series Systems: - motherboard standoffs & insulating washers - motherboard, slot card, 5.25” drive, and fl oppy screws - hard drive mounting screws - ATX power jumper wire - refi ll funnel - liquid coolant mixture - liquid tubing - drive mounting rails - user manual Required Tools... -
Page 6: Introduction
Chapter Introduction User Manual... - Page 7 You will not need power tools or a tape measure to install your Koolance system, and it should even be less diffi cult than assembling your own computer. Koolance offers liquid coolers for every major hardware device. Providing enormous fl...
- Page 8 The heart of a liquid cooling system is the pump. This device pushes liquid through each cooler and into the heat exchanger. Koolance systems use dual pumps to increase reliability and liquid pressure. If one pump should fail, the second can help prevent potential damage caused by heat increase.
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Page 9: Pc3-700 System Diagram
PC3-700 System Diagram Reservoir & Pumps Radiator Cooling Fans Reservoir Refi ll Tap LED Display Panel ATX Power Switch & Radiator (Primary Heat Exchanger) Inlet / Outlet Nozzles Temperature Sensors Power Connection Power Circuit Board Reservoir & Pumps - The coolant tank is translucent for easy liquid-level monitoring. Dual pumps help to provide higher system reliability;... -
Page 10: Led Display Panel
LED Display Panel CAUTION: PC3-700 systems allow full user control of hardware safety settings, such as audio alarm and shutdown. Please be sure to con- fi gure your LED Display Panel properly, or damage to your computer and equipment could result. Decrease Fan Speed Sensor Channel... - Page 11 Alarm Settings By default, the Koolance audio alarm will sound if any sensor reaches 55ºC (131ºF). When the system alarm sounds, the LED temperature will fl ash in the display and the radiator fans will increase to 100% power. To change this setting for an individual sensor, choose the desired channel with SET, and press and hold ▲...
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Page 12: Connecting Pc3-700 Systems
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Page 13: Power Connection
Power Connection You may begin the installation of your Koolance system by mounting a power supply in the chassis. The liquid cooling system requires approximately 11-17W from any standard ATX power supply. Connect a 12 Volt 4-pin Molex plug from the power supply to the Power Connection underneath the Radiator. -
Page 14: Atx Power Switch
ATX Power Switch The ATX “pass through” lead is responsible for shutting off your computer if sensor channel #1 reaches 3ºC (5ºF) above the preset alarm temperature (See LED Display for alarm confi guration). Connect the male ATX power lead from the PC3-700 to the chassis main power switch. -
Page 15: Cooler & Tubing Confi Guration
Cooler & Tubing Confi guration Depending on the cooling blocks (“coolers”) in your Koolance system and nozzle sizes (1/4”, 3/8”, etc.), they may be connected in series, parallel, or a mixture of both for best performance. Recommended confi gurations are illustrated below. - Page 16 It is not uncommon to see fi ve or more coolers in a Koolance system, but the limit is usually at what temperature you are comfortable with. Remember, liquid at higher temperatures is still considerably more effective at carrying heat than air at the same temperature.
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Page 17: Connecting Hoses
Connecting Hoses Each tubing connection uses a threaded compression fi tting (“hose screw”) to keep it secure. To connect these components: Squeeze the tube while pushing it Thread a hose screw onto the tube fi rmly over the nozzle. Tubing should end. -
Page 18: Disconnecting Hoses
Disconnecting Hoses Nozzles are designed to attach tightly. If you need to remove a hose for any reason, it may not pull off easily, even after unscrewing the compression fi tting. Usually, a connection will come free by squeezing the hose on top of the nozzle and pulling away. -
Page 19: Hose Lengths
Hose Lengths Before installing your liquid coolers, appropriate lengths of tubing must be cut to connect each device. It may be easier to temporarily lay your motherboard and video card inside the case to better-estimate the required amounts. Remove the threaded compression fi... - Page 20 Continue connecting all of your coolers in the system until there are no longer any open tube ends. Liquid Coolers You should now install the liquid coolers (CPU, GPU, Hard Drive, etc.) to your hardware before continuing this User Manual. Please refer to your cooler kit’s individual installation instructions, then continue on to the next section.
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Page 21: Filling & Maintenance
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Page 22: Testing & Filling
Testing & Filling Once all of the coolers have been connected, the system can be fi lled with coolant. The refi ll tap is located on top of the reservoir. Remove the large slot-headed screw (with a screwdriver or large coin) and insert the refi ll funnel. WARNING The liquid coolant is electrically conductive. - Page 23 The liquid coolant should be fi lled up to about 1.5 cm (1/2”) from the reservoir’s top. This small gap will catch air as it circulates through the system. Do not overfi ll. It is recom- mended to keep paper towels on hand just in case. Replace the refi...
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Page 24: Draining & Maintenance
The coolant in your system should be emptied for any of the below reasons. Unless replacing the liquid coolant, it can also be reused. 1. To Keep it Clean - Koolance recommends replacing the liquid coolant about every 2 years. The coolant should also be replaced if it becomes contaminated or signifi... -
Page 25: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting We hope your Koolance system will provide you with years of reliable cooling performance. To help avoid unnecessary RMA issues, we have prepared this list of possible operational problems, and their most common solutions. 1. How do I tell if the pumps are working?... - Page 26 BIOS alarm. If the system is not exhibiting signs of overheating (see #2 in Troubleshooting), this temperature monitor may need to be disabled to ignore false readings by BIOS. The Koolance LED temperature will fl ash whenever the cooling system alarm sounds.
- Page 27 8. The LED Display Panel shows “S - 0” or “S - S”... Your Koolance LED display may specify if there is a problem with the cooling unit. Please use the following guide in determining the cause of a problem: S - 0 : Sensor open.
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Page 28: Limited Warranty
THE PRODUCT, LOSS OF PARTS, OR OPERATING COMPONENTS AT SPEEDS OR FUNCTIONS OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED BY THEIR MANUFACTURERS. Use of unauthorized replacement parts or liquid additives will void this warranty. Koolance Incorporated will not pay for warranty service performed by a non-authorized repair or diagnostic service and will not reimburse the consumer for damage resulting from warranty service performed by a non-authorized repair service. - Page 29 9001 Printed in Korea...