Condensation control measures, Motherboard preparation – Swiftech H20 220 T User Manual
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Use a ¼” socket tool to drive the standoff, and a small pair of
pliers to prevent the locknut from spinning. Torque value should
not to exceed 16 in. lbs. In other words JUST TIGHT,
WITHOUT EXCESSIVE TORQUE.
B. Condensation control measures
The following instructions are crucial to long lasting & reliable operations. Do not skip these steps, and do not take shortcuts.
Permanent damage to your components is likely to occur otherwise.
C. Motherboard preparation
Conformal coating application: This step will positively ensure that any micro condensation occurring on small surface mount
components will not corrode or short-circuit the motherboard. Please use the conformal coating spray included with the kit.
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Spray the back of the motherboard, concentrating on the area
immediately behind the CPU. Also spray all the way down, in a
vertical path directly under the CPU area. Allow time to dry, per
manufacturer specs.
Use masking tape to protect the CPU socket, and any connector
sockets in the immediate vicinity of the processor. A double layer
of tape is recommended for all sockets, as the spray may soak a
single layer of tape and contaminate the contacts.
Spray the area immediately surrounding the socket. It is not
recommended to spray further than the area circled in the above
picture. Allow the coating to be “dry to the touch” (20 minutes
approximately), and remove the masking tape. Then let the board
dry completely per manufacturer specs.
Dielectric grease application: This step will ensure that condensation does not form inside of the CPU socket. Please use the
included Luberex dielectric grease as follows.
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Squirt a generous amount of grease onto the socket.
Force the grease inside of the pin-holes with your finger. Make
sure that the central area of the socket is completely filled with
grease.