swiftech POLARIS Series User manual

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INSTALLATION GUIDE FOR AMD® PROCESSORS, SOCKET 754, 939, 940, F, AM2, AM3
1. Back-plate assembly
Insert the threaded posts in the holes corresponding to your
motherboard socket: 4 posts for socket AM2/AM3, or 2 posts for socket
754, 939, 940 or F. Fasten the posts to the back-plate using the
provided knurled-nuts, and then place an insulating washer over each
nut. Important note: be careful not to use the thicker thumb-nuts, as
they would offset the black-plate too far from the motherboard.
2. Back-plate installation to the motherboard
Remove the stock back-plate and plastic frame, and mate the provided
back-plate to the back of the motherboard; then insert the insulating
washers onto each post, and fasten the back-plate with the provided
thumb-nuts.
3. Heatsink assembly
All configurations: fasten the cross-bar to the heatsink with its center
niple facing down by using two of the provided spring loaded screws.
AM2/AM3 ONLY: fasten the two side brackets to the hold-down plate
using the provided M3 screws.
4. Heatsink installation to the motherboard
a. Clean the CPU with a degreaser (preferably formulated for
electronics) then apply a small amount of the supplied
grease to the center of the CPU.
b. If possible, orient the heatsink so that the hot air generated
by the fan will blow in the direction of a chassis exhaust fan
and then, mate the heatsink to the CPU.
c. Progressively and alternatively (in a cross pattern) fasten the
spring loaded screws until they bottom out.
a
b
c
“K8”: Socket
754, 939, 940,
F
Socket 754,
939, 940, F
Socket
AM2/AM3
Side brackets: AM2/AM3 ONLY –754, 939, 940, F: Do not install
Remove
and discard

Fan specifications
Rated voltage
12V
Rated Speed
750 ~ 2500 RPM +/- 250 RPM
Rated current
0.03 ~ 0.32 +/- 0.02A
Airflow
26.56 ~ 83.32 CFM
Start-up Voltage
7V
Static Pressure
1.74 ~ 4.85 mm-H20
Rated Power
0.36 ~ 3.84W
Noise Level
≤13.2 ~ 41.5dBA
Operating Voltage Range
10.2 ~ 13.8V
Bearing system
Hydraumatic
Dimensions
120x120x25mm
Function
PWM speed control
Weight
130.8 g
Connector
4-pin
DISCLAIMER
While all efforts have been made to provide the most comprehensive tutorial possible, Swiftech® assumes no liability expressed or implied for
any damage(s) occurring to your components as a result of using Swiftech® cooling products, either due to mistake or omission on our part in
the above instructions, or due to failure or defect in the Swiftech® cooling products. In addition, Swiftech™ assumes no liability, expressed or
implied, for the use of this product, and more specifically for any, and all damages caused by the use of this product to any other device in a
personal computer, whether due to product failure, leak, and electrical short, and or electro-magnetic emissions.
WARRANTY
Our products are guaranteed for 12 months from the date of delivery to the final user against defects in materials or workmanship. During this
period, they will be repaired or have parts replaced provided that: (I) the product is returned to the agent from which it was purchased; (II) the
product has been purchased by the end user and not used for hire purposes; (III) the product has not been misused, handled carelessly, or
other than in accordance with any instructions provided with respect to its use. This guarantee does not confer rights other than those
expressly set out above and does not cover any claims for consequential loss or damage. This guarantee is offered as an extra benefit and
does not affect your statutory rights as a consumer.
5. Fan installation to the heatsink
Attach the fan to the heatsink using the provided clips, making sure that
the fan blows towards the heatsink: the fan label should be facing
against the heatsink fins, and will no longer be visible once the fan is
installed.
6. Electrical connection
In order for the fan speed to be controlled by the motherboard PWM
controller and to reach its full speed adjustment range which is 750 to
2500 RPM +/- 250 RPM, the fan’s 4-pin connector must be plugged
into the CPU fan 4-pin header of the motherboard. The header is
typically marked “CPU_Fan“, and is always located at close proximity
of the CPU socket.
If the fan’s 4-pin connector is plugged into a motherboard 3-pin header,
the fan will operate at full speed and lose its variable speed
functionality. The fan can also be connected to a fan controller;
however its speed adjustment range will be limited from 7 to 12v, i.e.
1500 RPM to 2500 RPM +/- 250 RPM. The fan cannot start below 7
volts.
“CPU_Fan”