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Remove the fan cage (trained technician only)

Follow the instructions in this section to remove the fan cage. The procedure must be executed by a trained technician.

About this task

S002
disconnect all power
CAUTION
The power-control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device also might have more than one power cord. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source.
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moving parts
CAUTION
Hazardous moving fan blades nearby. Keep fingers and other body parts away.
Attention
  • Read Installation Guidelines and Safety inspection checklist to ensure that you work safely.
  • Power off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect the power cords and all external cables. See Power off the server.
  • If the server is installed in a rack, slide the server out on its rack slide rails to gain access to the top cover, or remove the chassis from the rack. See Remove the server from rack.
  • Two people and one lifting device on site that can support up to 400 lb (181 kg) are required to perform this procedure. If you do not already have a lifting device available, Lenovo offers the Genie Lift GL-8 material lift that can be purchased at Data Center Solution Configurator. Make sure to include the Foot-release brake and the Load Platform when ordering the Genie Lift GL-8 material lift.

Procedure

  1. Make preparation for this task.
    1. Remove the front top cover. See Remove the front top cover.
    2. Remove all the front fans. See Remove a front fan.
  2. Remove the fan cage.
    1. Unfasten the six M3 screws that secure the fan cage to the server.
    2. Lift the fan cage out of the server.
      Note
      Ensure not to pull the fan cable while lifting the fan cage.
    3. Unfasten the two screws to remove the connector bracket.
    4. Disconnect the power cable from the front fan control board.
      Figure 1. Removing the fan cage

      Removing the fan cage

After you finish

  1. Install a replacement unit. See Install the fan cage (trained technician only).
  2. If you are instructed to return the component or optional device, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.