Cleaning the Cooling Components

To clean the Fan module:

1. Refer to the instructions detailed in this chapter’s Fan and Filter Maintenance section to remove the fan from the chassis.
2. Spray compressed air into the fan to dislodge and blow away any contaminants and clean out the 15 fans.
3. Refer to the instruction detailed in this chapter’s Fan and Filter Maintenance section to replace the fan module.

   To clean the perforated air inlets:

4. Remove the fan bezel from the chassis.
5. Gently wipe the front fan bezel that contains the perforated air inlets with a clean, dry cloth. You can alternatively remove the fan bezel from the system and use compressed air to clean out the perforated air inlets.

   Note:

   Only the removable fan bezel has vent holes that require cleaning.

   To prevent damage to the painted finish, do not use any solvents or liquids to clean the perforated air inlets on the front of the chassis.