Common troubleshooting solutions for electronic cigarette pens

Most e-cigarette users understand the frustration caused by problems with e-cigarettes. Electronic cigarette pens are durable, but it is normal for the device to have problems after normal wear and tear. If you are the owner of an electronic cigarette pen, then this is prepared for you.
Here are some of the most common solutions you may encounter when using e-cigarettes or e-cigarette pens.
Taste issues
If the smoke generated by your pen starts to become abnormal, it may indicate a problem with the device. Here are some common user questions:
Why does my e-cigarette smell burnt?
If your e-cigarette pen produces a burnt smell, it may be caused by the following reasons:
The atomizer head is broken
The atomizer head is dirty
Excessive pumping after filling the fuel tank
Variable voltage set too high
Why does my e-cigarette taste bad?
If your e-cigarette has a bad taste, it may be due to any of the reasons listed above, or it may be the smell of the e-cigarette juice you put in the can. If you do not properly clean the canister before adding new flavors of tobacco oil, these flavors may mix together, resulting in an unpleasant taste.
Why does my e-liquid turn brown?
Sometimes, due to the oxidation process that occurs when nicotine comes into contact with oxygen, the e-cigarette juice will turn brown. Chemical reactions darken the color of liquids.
Over time, light and heat can also cause electronic cigarette liquids to turn black. Due to nicotine being a highly reactive chemical, its interaction with light, oxygen, or heat may be the reason why e-cigarette juice turns brown.
However, this does not necessarily mean that the e-liquid has deteriorated. The color change is purely decorative, so the effect of electronic cigarette liquid should be the same.
Equipment issues
In addition to odor issues, there are several other issues that may affect the electrical components of your equipment.
The following are some common device issues encountered by e-cigarette users:
Why does my e-cigarette pen flash three times?
Some e-cigarette devices may flash three times to warn you of a short circuit or depleted battery. Standard e-cigarette batteries all have short-circuit protection, which means that when a short circuit occurs, pressing the power button or continuously inhaling will flash three times. If this situation occurs, please check to ensure that the battery is running well or contact the brand support team for assistance.
If the LED flashes three times when the water tank is not connected, it is likely caused by the battery. If it only flashes when connected to the water tank, the coil may have poor contact. To solve this problem, please ensure that the connection between the water tank and the battery is clean and secure. If this does not solve the problem, try using the battery with another water tank or coil.
If the problem persists, you may need to replace the water tank/coil. If the problem still cannot be solved, you should purchase a new battery.
Some e-cigarette products (such as RELX Classic) have different LED light functions.
Why does my e-cigarette pen spray oil/leak oil?
When excess e-cigarette liquid in the coil is sprayed into the user's mouth, the e-cigarette pen will spit out the liquid. The emitted e-cigarette will immediately attract attention as the liquid will be spit back into the user's mouth, resulting in a very unpleasant odor.
Feedback usually indicates that the e-cigarette juice has flooded the coil. When you forget how much oil is in the reservoir or the heating coil is damaged, leakage may occur. The simplest way to solve this problem is to temporarily increase the temperature or power until the flood stops and reaches normal smoking temperature.
Please remember not to exceed the recommended power settings listed in the manufacturer's instruction manual.
Why does my e-cigarette make a popping sound
The crackling sound emitted by the e-cigarette pen is completely normal. This is the sound produced when a vapor liquid is heated and vaporized. The volume corresponds to the wattage and resistance of the atomizer: the higher the wattage, the louder the crackling sound. As long as the steam has no burning smell, there is no problem.
On the other hand, the explosion sound may be caused by various reasons. When the e-cigarette coil is saturated, steam is formed in the coil and forced upwards through the collected liquid. Another potential reason for the popping sound is the content of sweeteners in the electronic cigarette liquid. Many times, this is caused by quality issues. Whenever the sugar is heated, the e-cigarette emits a popping sound.
To solve this problem, try reducing the wattage or using higher quality e-liquid. If you are using a closed pen electronic cigarette like RELX Infinity, with the protection of leak proof technology, the popping sound will not be a problem.
Why doesn't my e-cigarette smoke?
There are four common reasons why your e-cigarette does not produce steam:
The battery is dead
Dry atomizer coil
Submerged atomizer
Poor electrical connection between atomizer and electronic cigarette
The first thing you should do when you notice insufficient steam is to ensure that the battery is fully charged. If your e-cigarette or console is equipped with an integrated lithium-ion battery, it will remind you when the battery level is low. If you use a mechanical module, you must use a meter to accurately measure the battery voltage.
The next step is to check your atomizer and ensure that there is enough cooking oil. On the other hand, it may also be due to excessive liquid, causing water to enter the atomizer. Sometimes, overfilling of pre filled ink cartridges and atomizers may cause the atomizer to be submerged.
Why does my cigarette stick up?
The holes on the ink cartridge may be blocked by oil. Try using a hair dryer to set the ink cartridge to the lowest temperature to heat it up. Rub it between your hands to warm up the oil and make it flow more.
You can also use a toothpick or safety pin to gently unclog the hole. Ink cartridge blockage is caused by airflow obstruction. Each concentrate or oil has its own viscosity level. When oil is exposed to changes in temperature, pressure, or sunlight, it can alter the viscosity of the liquid and cause blockage.
This situation often occurs in open small cigarette systems. Overall, the anti clogging performance of the enclosed pod system is good.
How to maintain your e-cigarette pen
To ensure that your e-cigarette pen remains in good condition, you need to regularly clean and maintain it. Here are some tips to help you prevent electronic cigarettes from malfunctioning.
Avoid exposing ink cartridges to extreme temperatures
Leaving e-cigarettes or e-cigarette devices in the car or exposing them to high temperatures may cause oil to flow and lead to smoke cartridge leaks.
It's like leaving something like lipstick in the car. Ensure that the e-cigarette pen is stored at a comfortable temperature to avoid leakage and confusion.
Avoiding altitude changes
E-cigarette users tend to bring their e-cigarettes to anywhere, such as beaches or mountainous areas.
If you plan to do so, please try placing the e-cigarette pen in a temperature controlled environment or box to avoid leakage or other equipment issues.
Put it in the box
Many e-cigarette users forget to purchase a box to store their devices. To make your e-cigarette look brand new, please store it in a durable protective box.
It is easy to find a compact and suitable suitcase for travel. Some pencil cases even allow you to smoke without having to take the pen out of the case.
Keep fully charged
Depleted or insufficient battery power may cause problems when using e-cigarette pens. If the indicator light on the pen is flashing red or flashing, please connect the pen battery to the charger and plug it into the USB port to charge the battery as soon as possible.
The light on the pen should light up so that you can monitor its battery level. Once the charger turns green or turns off, your battery is fully charged.
Clean your e-cigarette
Before learning how to clean e-cigarettes, you must understand their components:
Fuel tank or smoke bomb: The fuel tank is a part of a device that accommodates electronic liquids. It is integrated with the atomizer. This cigarette cartridge adopts a closed type cigarette cartridge pen type cigarette cartridge and cannot be supplemented.
Coil: A coil is a heating element that converts cooking oil into steam.
Battery: The battery is the power source of the device. The voltage and temperature control options vary by model.
To clean the e-cigarette can, first fill the bowl with warm water. Remove the cigarette pack from the host and dispose of all remaining electronic liquids. Disassemble the water tank and place the components into the bowl. Clean the parts until they are clean. If the components are very dirty, you can add detergent.
Then, dry each component with a tissue. Afterwards, let them air dry for another 10 to 15 minutes before reassembling. Unfortunately, the coil cannot be cleaned. If the coil turns black, damaged, or scabs, it may be time to replace it.
To do this, please remove the cigarette pack, discard the remaining electronic liquid, rotate the coil counterclockwise to unscrew it, and then screw in the new coil. Ensure that it is firmly fixed to the equipment.
For electronic cigarette devices with closed systems, the cleaning process will be much easier. As long as the appearance is kept clean and the suction nozzle is not contaminated, it is sufficient.
The final idea
Electronic cigarette pens are a durable device suitable for long-term use, but they are still susceptible to normal wear and tear. You can avoid problems with e-cigarettes by regularly maintaining and cleaning them. Ensure proper storage of all components and store equipment in a safe and temperature controlled environment.
If you're tired of these cleaning tasks, perhaps now is a good time to switch from open systems to closed system e-cigarette devices.
If you encounter problems with your e-cigarette, please review some of the solutions for common e-cigarette problems.