ekwb EK-RES X3 D-RGB User manual

USER GUIDE
RESERVOIR
EKRES
X3 D-RGB

Before you start using this product, please follow these basic guidelines:
Carefully read the manual before beginning with the
installation process.
EK Fittings require only a small amount of force to screw them
firmly in place since the liquid seal is ensured with the rubber
O-ring gaskets.
The use of quality market-proven corrosion-inhibiting coolants
is always strongly recommended for any liquid cooling system.
Do not use pure distilled water as a cooling liquid! For best
results, EK recommends the use of EK-CryoFuel Coolants.
This product is intended for installation by expert users only. Please
consult with a qualified technician since improper installation may
result in damage to the equipment. EK 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. Please
visit our website at www.ekwb.com for updates.

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TABLE OF CONTENT
BOX CONTENTS 4
INSTALLING THE RESERVOIR MOUNTING HOLDERS 5
RECOMMENDED RESERVOIR CONFIGURATION 6
CONNECTING THE D-RGB LED STRIP 7
TESTING THE LOOP 8
SUPPORT AND SERVICE 9
SOCIAL MEDIA 9

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BOX CONTENTS
EK-RES X3 150/ 250 D-RGB Reservoir Holder ( 2 pcs) Allen Key 2.5 mm ( 1pc)
M4 Washer ( 2pcs) M4 Screw ( 2 pcs)
Mounting holder
Mounting mechanism
M4 nut ( 2 pcs)
EK-Plug G1/4 Acetal ( 4 pcs) Anti Vortex Foam (1 pc)Extender G1/4 - Nickel ( 2 pcs)

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INSTALLING THE RESERVOIR MOUNTING HOLDERS
EK-RES X3 series reservoirs come with a pair of specially-made EK-
Reservoir holders. These holders are meant to be installed directly
on the computer chassis.
If there are no appropriate mounting holes available, you may need
to drill two (2) Ø4mm holes through a chassis panel with an electric
power drill.
STEP 1
Use the enclosed M4 screw, washer, and nut to mount the reservoir
holder through the pre-drilled hole on the computer chassis (as
shown in the picture).
STEP 2
STEP 1
M4 Nut
Reservoir
PC Chassis
STEP 2
Install the reservoir on the reservoir holders. Using just a slight force
is enough for the reservoir to “click” into position. The clamps should
always hold onto the acrylic tube, not the acetal top or bottom.
M4 Washer
M4 Mounting Screw
PC Chassis
Reservoir Holder

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STEP 3
STEP 3
Once the reservoir is in place, use the enclosed 2.5mm Allen key
to tighten the hex head screw to secure the reservoir. Do not
apply too much force. Partially unscrew that same screw when
removing the reservoir.
Allen Key 2.5 mm
RECOMMENDED RESERVOIR CONFIGURATION
EK-RES X3 reservoir features five (5) G1/4 threaded Inlet/Outlet
openings on its bottom and the additional one on the reservoir top.
The top port can only be used as a fill port.
For the reservoir to function properly, one port must be used
as an Inlet and the other as an Outlet. Unused ports must be
closed with plugs using a 6mm Allen key.
M4 Holder Screw
FILL PORT
INLET /
OUTLET
PORTS
OPTIONAL
INLET / OUTLET
PORTS

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When using optional Inlet and Outlet ports, it is mandatory
to use the enclosed EK-Extender G1/4 since these ports are
recessed into the plastic reservoir bottom.
Extender G1/4
CONNECTING THE D-RGB LED STRIP
Plug the 3-pin connector from the reservoir D-RGB LED light into the
D-RGB Header on the motherboard. The LEDs will work if the pin
layout on the header is as follows: +5V, Data, Empty, Ground.
D-RGB Header
RGB Header

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To make sure the installation of EK components was successful, we
recommend you perform a 24-hour leak test.
When your loop is complete and filled with coolant, connect the
pump to a PSU outside of your system. Do not connect power to
any of the other components. Turn on the PSU and let the pump
run continuously.
Inspect all parts of the loop, and in case the coolant leaks, fix the issue
and repeat the testing process. To prevent possible damage, please
ensure that all hardware is dry before the system is powered on.
TESTING THE LOOP

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