Need help please!!!

[XcalibeR]

I just got all the parts for my new pc yesterday, and am currently putting it together. I've heard a lot about putting pressure on different parts, so I've come a problem. I'm trying to put my Zalman CNPS7000B on the processor. However, when I set it on the CPU, there is perhaps 3/8 of an inch between the retention braket and the nipples. I'm afraid to tighten it down like that, as I think there will be too much pressure on the processor. What should I do???

 

[ncantador]

The clip was designed to place the proper amount of pressure on chip when fully tightened. Just slowly tighten the screws a few turns at a time alternating sides until the screws stop turning in the nipple, nothing to fear. Just take your time.

 

[XcalibeR]

is it normal to have that much space between the nipple and and th bar though? seems like a lot of pressure to me. This is my first time building a pc, and I don't have the money to replace too many parts, so I'd like to do it right the first time.