Dell PowerEdge C6220 II Hardware Owners Manual - Page 232

Cooling Fans Removing a Cooling Fan WARNING: Do not attempt to operate the system without the cooling fans. WARNING: The cooling fan can continue to spin for some time after the system has been powered down. Allow time for the fan to stop spinning before removing it from the system. CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product. 1 It is recommended to turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from its electrical outlet. 2 Open the system. See "Opening the System" on page 230. 3 Disconnect the fan's power cable from the power distribution board 1. Note the routing of the cable through the cable tie as you remove them from the system. You must route these cables properly when you replace them to prevent the cables from being pinched or crimped. 4 Directly lift the cooling-fan cage out of the chassis. See Figure 3-67. 232 | Installing System Components