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- Page 1 ® Superior Liquid Cooling Systems ERM-3K4U ERM-3K4U User’s Manual User’s Manual English v1.00 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 ERM-3K4U System Diagram ................4 LED Display Panel ..................5 Connecting ERM-3K4U Systems Reservoir & Pump Connections ..............9 Power Connection ................... 9 Cooler & Tubing Confi guration ..............10 Connecting Hoses ..................12 Disconnecting Hoses ..................13 Hose Lengths .................... -
Page 5: Required Tools
Included Hardware ERM-3K4U Series Systems: - ATX power jumper wire - liquid coolant mixture with funnel - liquid tubing - user manual - rear shutoff quick disconnect nozzles Required Tools During installation, you may need the following tools: fl at-head screw driver... -
Page 6: Introduction
Chapter Introduction User Manual... - Page 7 Our products are designed and built to look and operate professionally. 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.
- Page 8 CPU Retention Clip places even pressure across the CPU, protecting the chip and simplifying installation. There’s even a ratcheting tension screw for precise contact pressure. Finally, Koolance systems allow coolers to be easily exchanged and upgraded to address future hardware compatibility. User Manual...
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Page 9: Erm-3K4U System Diagram
ERM-3K4U System Diagram Radiator Pump Flow (Primary Heat Meters Exchanger) Front Radiator Cooling Fans Rear Radiator Pump(s) Reservoir Cooling Fans Master Pump Speed Dial Flow Meter Illumination Switch Power Plug Master Power Switch *Inlet / Outlet Nozzles & Power Switch for:... -
Page 10: Led Display Panel
System Settings By default, the ERM-3K4U automatically adjusts fan speeds based on the liquid temperature inside the reservoir. For actual CPU temperatures, please refer to your motherboard’s BIOS, or 3rd-party software. The Koolance system alarm will sound if the reservoir sensor gets too high (default: 55ºC / 131ºF). - Page 11 2400 LED Display - Alarm Settings By default, the Koolance audio alarm will sound if the primary 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.
- Page 12 LED Display - Rotating The front LED display of the ERM-3K4U can be rotated horizontally and used as a 4U rack- mounted chassis, or vertically and used as an upright tower. By default, the display is in the horizontal position.
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Page 13: Connecting Erm-3K4U Systems
Chapter Connecting ERM-3K4U Systems Connecting ERM-3K4U Systems... -
Page 14: Reservoir & Pump Connections
Power Connection The ERM-3K4U has a primary power connection on the rear side. This will accept either 120V/60Hz or 220V/50Hz inputs. The main AC power switch will be illuminated whenever power is supplied to the ERM-3K4U unit, whether the switch is “ON” or “OFF”. -
Page 15: Cooler & Tubing Confi Guration
3/8” (10mm) or 1/4” (6mm) ID Rear quick disconnect nozzles for 3/8” (10mm) internal diameter tubing are included with the ERM-3K4U. If desired, these pump inlets and outlets can be converted directly to 1/4” (6mm) ID lines using optional Koolance quick disconnect nozzles. - Page 16 Parallel Tubing Koolance coolers which are 6mm (1/4”) can still be effectively used in larger diameter systems. Using a parallel tubing confi guration with hose splitters will help maintain coolant fl ow rate through these systems. Koolance CPU Cooler (10mm)
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Page 17: Connecting Hoses
fi tting is added. If you are fi nding it diffi cult to connect smaller tubes, try temporarily stretching-out the tube end by inserting long-nose pliers. It can also help to wet the nozzle slightly before attaching the hose. Connecting ERM-3K4U Systems... -
Page 18: Disconnecting Hoses
Disconnecting Hoses Hoses are designed to snug fi rmly around the nozzle. 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
fi rst cooler, and cut it. Cut the second hose with enough length to connect with the last cooler that will be in your system. Using the leftover tubing, cut shorter pieces to link between each individual cooler and/or hose splitter. Connecting ERM-3K4U Systems... - 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 kits’...
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Page 21: Filling & Maintenance
Chapter Filling & Maintenance The ERM-3K4U pumps can not be run “dry” for any period WARNING of time. Never power-on the cooling system without suffi cient liquid in the reservoir. Dry-running (and thereby damaging the pump) is not covered under the Koolance product warranty. -
Page 22: Testing & Filling
fi lled up to about 13mm (1/2”) from the reservoir’s top. Replace the reservoir’s refi ll plug. To maintain the product warranty, use only Koolance approved coolant. Many alter- native “liquid coolants” and additives can cause permanent damage to Koolance equipment and computer hardware. - Page 23 “burped” to avoid this situation. Reduce pump speed using the rear dial (but not low enough to stop the pumps). While the pumps are running, gently tilt the ERM-3K4U unit in various directions until coolant begins moving. This will be indicated by the pump’s corresponding fl...
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Page 24: Adding Coolers & Maintenance
Adding Coolers & Maintenance For preventative maintenance, Koolance recommends replacing the liquid coolant every 2 years. A Koolance “drain valve” (sold separately) can make that process easier. The liquid should be immediately replaced if it ever becomes contaminated, unclear, or signifi cantly changes color. Although uncommon, biological growth and corrosion are substantially easier to prevent than clean-up. -
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. The pumps do not appear to be operating properly... - Page 26 If the Koolance radiator fans do not spin, or if the front LED Display Panel does not light-up, check to see that the rear power switch is illuminated and turned on.
- Page 27 8. The LED Display Panel shows 5 - 0 (“S - 0”) or 5 - 5 (“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: 5 - 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...