ThinkPad Edge E445, Hardware Maintenance Manual

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For models with a discrete thermal pipes
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For models with an integrated thermal pipes
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• Do not touch the thermal grease.
• Do not press, touch, or rotate the fan impeller.
• Do not touch the fan inlet hole.
• Do not twist or pull the cable of the thermal fan assembly.
• Do not apply pressure on the top and bottom covers of the thermal fan assembly.
• Do not press the heat pipe. Hold both sides of the heat pipe if you need to take the thermal fan assembly.
• Do not shake or drop the thermal fan assembly.
• Ensure that the fan connector is attached firmly.
• Replace the thermal fan assembly if you observe the following:
– The cover of the thermal fan assembly is deformed or damaged.
– There is abnormal noise during rotation.
1110 Keyboard
For access, remove these FRUs in order:
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“1010 Battery pack” on page 62
Chapter 9
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Removing or replacing a FRU
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