If you’ve ever owned a vaporizer, you know how frustrating it can be to have it break. It’s a lot of money to invest in something that has so many small moving parts and can fail at any moment.
If your vape is broken, don’t panic! There are plenty of ways to fix the problem and get back to vaping as soon as possible. No matter what part of your vape is broken or not working properly, there are a few general tips you should keep in mind when trying to troubleshoot any issues with your device.
First and foremost, make sure that you have all of the required components that came with your specific model of vaporizer. Many smaller manufacturers sell their devices without all the necessary components included with them initially. Even if the box says it includes everything you need, double check all those little things like glass stems, lids, screens and other accessories before assuming they are not included. Check if all the required adapters are compatible with your battery and charger too. If you have verified all these things and still aren’t able to get your vaporizer back up and running again, this guide should help you identify where the issue is coming from specifically so that you can troubleshoot further.
Broken Mouthpiece
If your mouthpiece is broken, you can try to clean it before attempting to fix it. Mouthpieces can become dirty from oils, smoke and other substances often. If you do not clean it thoroughly, it can get stuck to other pieces in the device when you try to put it back together. This is a relatively common issue and can happen for a few different reasons. The first one is that you might be packing too tightly. If your herbs aren’t loose enough, they can get stuck in the chamber and the mouthpiece won’t be able to push them down. You can usually push the herbs back down if this happens, but sometimes the broken mouthpiece is a sign that it is time to buy a new device entirely.
Broken Chamber or Tank
If your chamber or tank is broken, the first thing you should check is if your vape is compatible with other chambers or tanks. Some vaporizers come with generic parts that can be switched out with compatible accessories and others do not. If your device is compatible with other parts, you can easily replace the broken one. If it isn’t compatible with other parts, you might have to buy a whole new device. If the broken chamber or tank is detachable, the issue might be that it isn’t attached to the device properly. If it is held on by magnets, make sure that it is matching up with the negative and positive ends of the device properly. If it is connected by screws, make sure that you have it screwed in all the way.
Broken Battery
If your battery is broken, you can just buy a new one. It’s not as simple as plugging in a new one though. You have to make sure that your broken battery isn’t still charged up. If it is, you can cause damage to your new battery if you attempt to plug it in while the other one is still charging. If your broken battery isn’t charged up, the best thing to do is leave the broken pieces where they are and put a piece of electrical tape over the contacts. You want to make sure that no electricity can leave the broken parts in your device and damage your new battery or charger. Once you have your new battery plugged in, you can take off the tape and get back to vaping.
Broken Screen or Chamber Screen
If your screen is broken, you can attempt to clean it before replacing it. Many people don’t realize that the screen is removable and that it can be cleaned. If you have a dry herb vaporizer, you might want to make sure to clean the screen after every use. Dry herb can get stuck in the screen and cause it to break over time if it isn’t cleaned regularly. A broken screen might also be an indication that your device is too old. Some devices last longer than others, and a broken screen can be a sign that it is time to buy a new one.
Conclusion
When you own a vaporizer, you have to be prepared for slight mishaps. All of the moving parts make for a fragile device that can break sometimes. With proper care, your device should last you for years, but if it does break, don’t worry. Almost every part of a vape device can be replaced or fixed, so don’t fret. Take your time troubleshooting the issue and you’ll be back to vaping in no time!
With this guide, you should have a clearer idea of how to troubleshoot any problems you might be having with your vaporizer. Broken parts can be frustrating, but they happen to everyone. If your vape is broken, don’t panic! With a little bit of troubleshooting, you’ll be back to vaping in no time.