A vaporizer is like any other powered device: it can be handled the right way or the wrong way. Plenty of the accidents reported with vape gear trace back to someone skipping basic precautions. Below are five habits we think matter most, for people who have vaped for years and for people on their first kit. It is not a complete list of everything to watch for, just the points that come up most often.
1. Keep spare batteries in a case
Lots of devices run on removable cells, so many vapers carry a spare or two. A loose cell is a hazard. If it touches a piece of metal, the positive and negative ends can be bridged, the cell begins to discharge, and an explosion is possible.
So never drop bare batteries into a pocket or a bag. Put them in a plastic box or bag, or fit them with silicone sleeves. Cases and sleeves are easy to find and cost very little.
2. Switch the device off before you pocket it
Nearly everyone has carried a vape in a pocket or bag at some point. It is handy, but pressure from whatever is around the device can press the fire button without you noticing. Bulky mods with a button that sticks out are the usual culprits, and the risk is higher still with an unregulated mechanical mod.
- Power the device down first, and lock the fire button if yours has a lock.
- Avoid tight pockets and cramped bag compartments for anything with a fire button.
- Draw-activated devices are the only kind suited to a snug pocket.
3. Let a hot device cool down
Long sessions warm up the battery and the other parts of a vaporizer. When you feel yours getting hot, set it aside for a while before firing again. Overheating can damage the battery and create a safety risk. For the same reason, do not leave the device sitting in direct sun for long stretches.
4. Read the manual
Most of us pull a new device from its box and throw the paperwork aside. I have done it too. The user manual is where the maker’s safety and storage instructions live, though, and a few minutes with it means you get full use out of the device without running into avoidable risks.
5. Buy genuine devices and parts
Vaping has existed for a long while, yet it only took off in the last several years, and product quality across the industry has stayed largely unregulated. Well-made gear and shoddy gear sit side by side on the market. Buying vaporizers and spare parts from a store with a solid reputation is how you make sure the item is authentic. Fake or low-grade products can be a safety risk.
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