ekwb EK-FC980 GTX WF3 Backplate Guide

All disclosures, notices and warranty conditions are being written on the back of the box. Revision 1.0. Released on 17th of November, 2014.
Installatio n and mounting manual for EK -FC980 GTX WF3 Backplate
This product is intended for installation only by expert users. Please consult with a qualified technician for installation. Improper installation may result in damage to your equipment. EK Water Blocks assumes no liability
whatsoever, expressed or implied, for the use of these products, nor their installation. The following instructions are subject to change without notice. Ple ase visit our web site at www.ekwb.com for updates. Before
installation of this product please read important notice, disclosure and warranty conditions printed on the back of the box.
STEP 1: GENERAL INFORMATION. Sample picture of GeForceGTX 980 G1 Gaminggraphics card.
STEP 2: PREPARING YOUR GRAPHICS CARD
EK-FC980 GTXWF3 Backplate is very easy to install. First install EK-FC980 GTXWF3 series water block according to its installation manual. If you
have it already installed, please checkthe picture below to see which mounting screws are to be left in their position and which are to be
removed. Pleaseremove the six (6) M2,5x4 DIN7985 screws and their washers as well (marked with arrow).
STEP 3: APPLYING THE THERMAL PADS
EK-FC980 GTXWF3 Backplate features passive cooling of the printed circuit board and it’s components therefore it is mandatory to install the
enclosed thermal pad. Please install enclosed 1mmthick thermal pads (Thermal Pad F –1mm (120x16)) as shown on the picture below. You may
need to trim the excess thermal pad.
EK-FC980 GTX Strix
Backplate
Thermal PAD F 1mm

All disclosures, notices and warranty conditions are being written on the back of the box. Revision 1.0. Released on 17th of November, 2014.
STEP 4: ATTACHING EK -FC980 GTX WF3 BACKPLATE TO THE GRAPHICS CARD
Take enclosed mounting screws and install them as shown on picture below. Depending on the variant please use the following combination of
screws:
a) Acetal top type water block: Use six (6) M2,5x6 DIN7985 on the back side.
b) Plexi short top type water block: Use two (2) M2,5x6 DIN 7985 and Four (4) M2,5x8 DIN7985 screws with M2,5 nuts and washers.
HINT: Do not tighten screws until they are all pos itioned in their mounting holes. The backplate has milled in standoffs, so there is no fear of over
tightening of the screws. Nevertheless do not exaggerate with screwing force as there is no need for it.
By all means users must also consider that this product is intended to be used only with EK-FC980 GTXWF3 series water blocks. No other 3rd party
heat sinks or coolers are supported!
Plexi short top type water block:
Acetal top type water block :
IMPORTANT DISCLOSURES
VERY IMPORTANT NOTICE: Once the installation is completed, it is a recommended practice to test the cooling circuit for leaks prior to powering up the
computer. We recommend a 24 hour leak test prior to powering up the computer. Do not test the water block using city water pr essure. This will rupture the top
of the housing and render the block u nusable (and will void your warranty). While all efforts have been made to provide the most comprehensive tutorial possible,
EK Water Blocks assumes no liability expressed or implied for any consequential damage(s) occurring to your equipment as a result of using EK Water Blocks
cooling products, either due to errors or omissions on our part in the above instructions, or due to failure or defect in th e EK Water Blocks cooling products.
WARRANTY:
Our products are warranted against defects in materials or wo rkmanship for a period of 24 months beginning from the date of delivery to the final user. During
this period, products will be repaired or have parts replaced at our discretion provided that: (I) the product is returned to the agent from whom it was purchased;
(II) the product has been purchased by an end user and has not used for commercial purposes; (III) the product has not been m isused, handled carelessly, or
used in a manner other than in accordance with the instructions provided describing its installation and proper use. This warranty does not confer rights other
than those expressly set out above and does not cover any claims for consequential loss or damage. This warranty is offered as an extra benefit and does not
affect your statutory rights a s a consumer. This warranty is voided if the product comes in conta ct with aggressive chemical, chemical agentsor other improper
liquids or solids.
EK blocks are sealed with warranty void circular label, which proves that the block has withstood a pressure leak test. Removing it will void leak-free guarantee
and not the guarantee on the product itself . Any other RMA issues can be reported to EK Support at http://www.ekwb.com/support for further analysis.
REQUIRED TOOLS:
Philips head screwdriver scissors
M2,5X6 DIN7985 screw (6x)
M2,5X6 DIN7985 screw
M2,5X8 DIN7985 screw
M2,5 NUT
PVC washer
M2,5X8 DIN7985 screw
M3 nut