3.4 - Connecting the tubing
Note:
Before connecting the tubing make sure you place the universal mount over the CPU water-block.
This will not be possible once all the tubing has been connected.
The pump, radiator and water-block need to be connected in a loop in series. To find the easiest route for the
tubing we recommend that you place the water-block, pump and radiator loosely in position and cut the
tubing to the required length. The tubing will have a natural curve and when bending the tubing you should
follow this direction.
After measuring the tubing the water-block, pump and radiator should be removed from the case until the
system has been filled and leak tested.
Note:
To avoid leaks it is important that all tubing is cut straight.
Using compression fittings
Connecting the tubing can be done in 3 easy steps.
1.
Place the screw cap over the tubing and push the open end of the tubing over the barbed fitting.
2.
Move the cap down the tubing and place over the barbed fitting
3.
Tighten the screw cap by hand until the tubing is secured
Suggested circuit order
Pump outlet
>
Radiator
>
CPU Block
>
Return to pump
Although a suggested order is given the easiest and shortest route
for the tubing is normally the best. Each of the three components
can placed in the circuit in any order as long as a complete loop is
made.
Note:
Avoid kinks in the tubing. Any kinks will effect the flow rate
of the water and degrade performance.
Inlets and outlets
Either connector on the CPU block and Radiator can be used for the inlet
or outlet. To avoid trapped air the chosen outlet should not be positioned
below the chosen inlet.
The pump inlet(Return) and outlet are shown in the photo.
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