ekwb EK-Quantum 240 User manual

INSTALLATION MANUAL
LIQUID COOLING KIT
EKQuantum
Power Kit 240/360

Safety precautions
1. Keep the product away from the reach of children.
2. Check the component list and condition of the product before
installation. If there is any problem, contact the shop where you
have purchased the product to get a replacement or refund.
3. EKWB is not responsible for any damages due to external
causes, including but not limited to, improper use, problems
with electrical power, accidents, neglect, alteration, repair,
improper installation, and improper testing.
4. CPU and motherboard are subject to damage if the product is
incorrectly installed.
5. This product is a CPU liquid cooling kit, comprising of
individual, original EKWB parts. Combining this liquid cooling
unit with parts other than EK Water Blocks products may lead
to warranty loss.
6. The product warranty period is 24 months.

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TABLE OF CONTENT
RADIATOR SPACE REQUIREMENTS 6
INSTALLATION TIPS FOR NOVICES 7
LIQUID COOLING SYSTEM 7
GENERAL INFORMATION ON WATER BLOCK COMPATIBILITY 8
ENCLOSED IN THE PACKAGE 8
CPU MOUNTING MECHANISM 9
REPLACING THE JET PLATE 10
INSTALLING THE WATER BLOCK 11
LGA20113/2066* SOCKET MOTHERBOARDS 11
LGA115XSOCKET MOTHERBOARDS 13
AMD® SOCKET MOTHERBOARDS 16
INSTALLING THE RADIATOR AND FANS 20
METHOD 1 20
METHOD 2 22
INSTALLING THE PUMP-RESERVOIR COMBO UNIT 24
MOUNTING MECHANISM 24
CONNECTING THE TUBING 27
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS 29
CONNECTING THE PUMPRESERVOIR UNIT 29
CONNECTING THE FANS 30
RECOMMENDED FILLING AND LEAK TESTING PROCEDURE 31
CONNECTING THE FANS, PUMP AND CPU DRGB LIGHTS 32
FILLING THE SYSTEM FOR THE FIRST TIME 33
DRAINING THE LOOP 35
SYSTEM EXPANSION POSSIBILITIES 36
MAINTENANCE TIPS 37
TROUBLESHOOTING 38
CLEANING GUIDE 39
PREVENTIVE STEPS 39
SUPPORT AND SERVICE 40
SOCIAL MEDIA 40
SCOPE OF DELIVERY 4
REQUIRED TOOLS 5
QUICK INSTALLATION GUIDE

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Thermal Grease EK-Torque STC Fittings EK-Torque angled Fittings
Tube Fan Cable Y-splitter EK-Loop Multi Allen Key EK-D-RGB 6-Way
Splitter Cable
SCOPE OF DELIVERY
Pump-Reservoir Unit
CPU Water Block
with AMD® Mounting Plate
Radiator D-RGB Fans
EK-CryoFuel Clear
(concentrate 100 mL)

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REQUIRED TOOLS
Scissors 1L Bottle of distilled Water Phillips-head Screwdriver Mixing Bottle
EK-Loop Soft Tube Cutter ATX Bridging Plug Uni Pump Reservoir Bracket
CPU Backplate Mechanism Filling Bottle RES X3 Holder - 60 mm Installation Manual
EK-CryoFuel Dye Pack

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RADIATOR SPACE REQUIREMENTS
130 mm (5,12 in)
280 mm (11,02 in)
40 mm (1,58 in)
130mm (5,75 in)
400 mm (15,75 in)
40 mm (1,58in)
130 mm (5,12 in)
280 mm (11,02 in)
40 mm (1,58 in)
130mm (5,75 in)
400 mm (15,75 in)
40 mm (1,58in)

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INSTALLATION TIPS FOR NOVICES
1. To lower the shipping cost, we have decided to enclose the coolant
concentrate only. Therefore, you need to provide 1 liter (1L) of
distilled water. You can find it at every gas station or supermarket.
2. Never run this system on tap water and always use the
enclosed cooling concentrate in the right ratio.
3. Never use alcohol, alcohol derivatives, or alcohol-based
solvents in the system. Using alcohol might result in permanent
damage to water cooling KIT components, especially acrylic
parts of the system.
4. It is best practice to do a proper 24-hour leak test before using
your computer.
5. If you spot any leaks, turn off the power immediately.
6. Optimize tube length to prevent excessive bending and kinking
of the tubing.
7. Never let your pump run dry. If this is happening for a prolonged
period, you risk destroying the water pump’s bearing, ultimately
rendering the pump useless.
8. You are encouraged to periodically clean the radiator assembly as
it will collect dust over time. It’s best to be done with a soft wide-tip
brush and a vacuum cleaner. See chapter Cleaning Guide.
LIQUID COOLING SYSTEM
CPU Water Block
Radiator with Fans
COLD AIR
HOT AIR
Reservoir and Water-
Pump Combo

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GENERAL INFORMATION ON WATER BLOCK COMPATIBILITY
This CPU liquid cooling unit is pre-assembled for use with modern
Intel-desktop-socket-type motherboards. By default (out of the
box) this water block supports the following CPU sockets:
- Intel® Socket LGA-115x / LGA 1200
- Intel® Socket LGA-2066/LGA-2011(-3)
- AMD® Socket AM4*
*requires replacing the Intel® mounting plate with an AMD® one.
This product is also fully compatible with AMD® AMx/
FMx sockets but requires a user to replace the factory-
installed Intel mounting plate with an AMD® one.
- EK-Quantum Velocity universal CPU water block
- PreciseMount universal CPU mounting mechanism:
• M3 threaded thumb screws (4 pcs)
• LGA-2011 M3 threaded mounting studs (4 pcs)
• Springs (4 pcs)
• M3 threaded thumb nuts (4 pcs)
• M4 PVC washers (5 pcs)
- EK-Velocity backplate (Intel, AMD)
- Allen (hex) key 2.5mm
- Additional inserts and jet plates:
• Jet J2 (0.8mm thick)
- Thermal Grizzly Hydronaut (EKWB 1.0g) thermal grease
The following items are enclosed with the EK-Quantum Velocity water block:
ENCLOSED IN THE PACKAGE

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CPU MOUNTING MECHANISM
M4 PVC Cashers (5 pcs) M3 threaded Thumscrews (4 pcs) Springs (4 pcs)
M3 threaded thumb nuts (4 pcs) Additional Jet Plate (Thickness 0.80 mm)
Allen Key 2.5 mm
LGA-2011 M3 thr. Thumbscrews (4 pcs)

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REPLACING THE JET PLATE
Please observe the table below to determine the optimal combination
of the insert and jet plate for your type of socket.
Socket Jet Plate
LGA-115x J1
LGA-1200 J1
LGA-2011 / LGA-2066 J2
AM4 J1
STEP 1
Water Block Top
JET Plate
Gasket
Mounting plate
Copper base
Screws
D-RGB LEDs
Frame
38mm ( 1,49 in)
27 mm (1,06 in) 0,80mm (0,03 in)
27 mm ( 1,06 in)
38 mm ( 1,49 in)
1,00 mm (0,039 in)
J 1: Thickness 1.00mm J 2: Thickness 0.80mm
STEP 1
EK Badge

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STEP 2
Unscrew the four M4 screws in a counter-clockwise direction from the
bottom of the water block, using the enclosed 2.5mm Allen key to detach
the copper base and access the jet plate. After replacing the jet plate,
please reassemble the water block, as shown in the STEP 1 image. Pay
special attention to the insert orientation relative to the copper base and
water block top.
Before reassembly of the water block, the preformed
gasket (o-ring) must be placed into the gap between the
mounting plate and the water block top.
Gradually tighten the four screws and alternate between them until each is
tightened down. Don’t overdo with force applied.
Jet Plate
Water Block Top
STEP 2
INSTALLING THE WATER BLOCK
LGA-2011 M3
Thumb Screw LGA-2011 M3
Thumb Screw
LGA20113/2066* SOCKET MOTHERBOARDS
STEP 1
Prepare the foil bag with the mounting mechanism that is enclosed
with the CPU water block.
Install four (4) specific LGA-20xx M3 thumb screws into four M3
threaded stubs on the LGA-20xx socket. The screws are to be
installed using no tools (i.e., pliers).
It is recommended to remove the motherboard from the
chassis before proceeding with the CPU water block
installation due to space constraints in various PC cases!
STEP 1

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STEP 2
Cleaning the CPU: Wipe the CPU’s contact surface with a
nonabrasive cloth or Q-tip (as shown in the image).
Applying Thermal Compound: On the clean CPU IHS (Integrated
Heat Spreader), apply a line of thermal compound and spread it
evenly over the whole IHS with a plastic card or something similar
(see sample image on the left).
The layer of the thermal compound must be thin
and evenly spread across the whole surface of the
IHS. Too thick of a layer could lead to poor performance.
This method pertains to the Thermal Grizzly Hydronaut
thermal compound (3830046998477).
Non-abrasive
cloth
IHS
STEP 2
STEP 3
Align the water block over the mounting screws of the LGA-20xx
motherboard with a pre-installed CPU.
Before proceeding with the installation, it is mandatory
to remove the protective foil from the backside of the
water block.
Place an enclosed compression spring and a thumb nut over each M3
thumb screw. Start fastening two thumb nuts at a time, preferably in a
cross pattern, but don’t tighten them fully until all four are partially screwed
in. Then – using your fingers only – screw in all four thumb nuts until you
reach the end of the thread.
STEP 3
Thumb nut
Coiled spring

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STEP 4
Tighten the fitting barbs in the clockwise direction until the gasket
underneath is compressed.
The installation of the CPU water block is now complete.
With EK-Velocity series water blocks, it is mandatory
to use the port closest to the center of the water block
as the INLET port. Mixing these ports up may result in
poor thermal performance of the water block.
STEP 4
Fitting Ring
Fitting Barb
Inlet port
Outlet port
LGA115x SOCKET MOTHERBOARDS
STEP 1
If already installed, you can choose to remove the motherboard from
your PC, then place it on an even surface with its front facing down.
STEP 2
Preparing the Backplate Rubber Gasket:
The enclosed rubber gasket is an essential part of the backplate and
mounting system – it must be used every time you install this water
block on the motherboard.
The rubber gasket has a partially cut inner part, which
needs to be removed before installation on the Intel® LGA-
115x motherboard. The rubber is held in four places and
can be peeled away by hand.
Outer part
(Removable)
Inner Core
STEP 2

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STEP 3
Position the rubber gasket and place the metal backplate for Intel®
LGA115x socket to the back of your motherboard ribbed side
up (facing away from the motherboard). Align the holes on the
motherboard with holes on the rubber gasket and backplate.
Make sure to orientate the rubber gasket to fit past the
CPU socket ILM backplate. On certain ITX form factor
motherboards, the rubber gasket may need to be trimmed
with household scissors.
Using one hand, carefully rotate the motherboard assembly with the
front side facing up while holding the backplate and rubber gasket in
place with the other hand.
Rubber
gasket
Motherboard
Metal
Backplate
STEP 3
STEP 4
Install four (4) M3 thumb screws into your motherboard. It is
mandatory to put a 0.8mm plastic washer underneath each M3 thumb
screw. Tighten the screws to the metal backplate until you reach the
end of the thread. Using tools (i.e., pliers) is not recommended.
M3 Thumb
Screw
PVC
washer
STEP 4

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STEP 5
Cleaning the CPU: Wipe the CPU’s contact surface with a
nonabrasive cloth or Q-tip.
Applying thermal compound: On the clean CPU IHS (Integrated
Heat Spreader), apply a blob or line of enclosed thermal compound
(see sample image).
EK recommends the quantity of about two rice grains
of thermal compound. There is no need to cover the
whole IHS. Applying too much thermal grease will disrupt
cooling performance!
STEP 5
STEP 6
STEP 6
Align the water block over the mounting screws on the LGA-115x
motherboard with a pre-installed CPU.
Before proceeding with the installation, it is mandatory
to remove the protective foil from the backside of the
water block.
Place an enclosed coiled spring and a thumb nut over each M4
thumb screw. Start fastening two thumb nuts at a time, preferably in
a cross pattern, but don’t tighten them fully until all four are partially
screwed in. Then – using your fingers only – screw in all four thumb
nuts until you reach the end of the thread.
Thumb Nut
Coiled Spring

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STEP 7
With EK-Velocity series water blocks, it is mandatory to
use the port closest to the center of the water block as the
INLET port. Mixing these ports up may result in poor thermal
performance of the water block.
Tighten the fitting barbs in the clockwise direction until the gasket
underneath is compressed.
STEP 7
Inlet port
Intel® Socket
Mounting Plate
AMD® Socket
Mounting Plate
M4x14
Screws
STEP 1
AMD® SOCKET MOTHERBOARDS
STEP 1
Replacing the Mounting Plate:
Place the water block on an even surface and, using the 2.5mm Allen
key in the counter-clockwise direction, remove four M4x14 DIN 7991
screws attaching the copper base to the top.

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STEP 2
Replace the Intel® factory-installed mounting plate with the AMD®
one. You will feel the mounting plate locking into position when
placed correctly onto the top.
Reseat the O-ring gasket into the gap between the mounting plate
and water block top.
STEP 3
Removing the Original Plastic Hold-Down Clamps and Factory
Backplate: Using a Phillips head screwdriver, remove four UNC 6-32
screws securing the original plastic hold-down clamps around the
socket, as shown in the image.
Remove the original AMD® backplate along with the hold-down
clamps, and store them away. For further identification of the parts,
see the image on the left.
Orientation of the
Copper Base STEP 2
AMD® factory backplate
UNC 6-32
Screws
Hold-down
clamps
STEP 3

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Metal Backplate
Rubber
gasket
Motherboard
STEP 4
STEP 4
Position the rubber gasket and place the metal backplate for AMD®
socket to the back of your motherboard ribbed side up (facing away
from the motherboard). Align the holes on the motherboard with
holes on the rubber gasket and backplate.
Using one hand, carefully rotate the motherboard assembly with the
front side facing up while holding the backplate and rubber gasket in
place with the other hand.
STEP 5
Prepare the foil bag with the mounting mechanism that is enclosed
with the CPU water block.
Install four (4) M3 thumb screws into your motherboard. It is
mandatory to put 0.7mm plastic washers underneath each of the
M3 thumb screws. Tighten the screws until you reach the end of the
thread. Using tools (i.e., pliers) is not recommended.
M3 Thumb Screw
PVC washer
STEP 5

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STEP 6
Cleaning the CPU: Wipe the CPU’s contact surface with a
nonabrasive cloth or Q-tip (as shown in the image).
Applying Thermal Compound: On the clean CPU IHS (Integrated
Heat Spreader), apply a line of thermal compound and spread it
evenly over the whole IHS with a plastic card or something similar
(see sample image on the left).
The layer of the thermal compound must be thin
and evenly spread across the whole surface of the
IHS. Too thick of a layer could lead to poor performance.
This method pertains to the Thermal Grizzly Hydronaut
thermal compound (3830046998477).
STEP 7
Align the water block over the mounting screws of the motherboard with
a pre-installed CPU.
Before proceeding with the installation, it is mandatory
to remove the protective foil from the backside of the
water block.
Place an enclosed compression spring and a thumb nut over each M3
thumb screw. Start fastening two thumb nuts at a time, preferably in a
cross pattern, but don’t tighten them fully until all four are partially screwed
in. Then – using your fingers only – screw in all four thumb nuts until you
reach the end of the thread.
STEP 7
Thumb nut
Coiled spring
Non-abrasive
cloth
IHS
STEP 6

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STEP 8
Tighten the fitting barbs in the clockwise direction until the gasket
underneath is compressed.
The installation of the CPU water block is now complete.
With EK-Velocity series water blocks, it is mandatory
to use the port closest to the center of the water block
as the INLET port. Mixing these ports up may result in
poor thermal performance of the water block.
STEP 8
Fitting Ring
Fitting Barb
Inlet port
Outlet port
INSTALLING THE RADIATOR AND FANS
Before positioning the fans on the radiator, decide if you want them
to serve as the hot air exhaust (Method 1 - when fans are placed on
the exhaust) or to receive the coldest air possible (Method 2 - when
they’re placed on the air inlet).
The first method results in an overall decrease in temperature
throughout the entire computer chassis but also leads to slightly
higher liquid temperatures. A reversed airflow is a viable option,
but you should always strive to achieve the unidirectional airflow
throughout the chassis.
METHOD 1
STEP 1
Take four (4) UNC 6-32 x 30mm screws for each fan and screw them in.
Use the enclosed Allen key to tighten the screws in the clockwise direction.
STEP 1
D-RGB Fans
UNC 6-32 x 30 Screw
Radiator