I've had a Dura (original auto switch batteries) now for around a month with no issues so far - the vapour is still as good as the day I first tried it and I still haven't touched the other atomiser. This started as a test model but has done so well, I don't find I use much else.
Yes, it does heat up quite a bit if you over do it, but with experience, and using liquid well (ie. keeping carts topped up so that the atomiser is always primed), the results are great. The hot running temperature is also what makes the Dura give a more realistic 'like smoking' sensation unlike any other ecig I've tried. The Dura's responsiveness and ability to chuck out maximum vapour at minimum effort still make it better than any other ecig I've tried IMO.
The only time I did experience a burnt taste, was when I tried dripping e-liquid cut with glycerine.... I'm guessing that the atomiser heats up to such high temperatures and this is what caused the nasty taste. Since then, I have only ever used the manufacturer grade liquid without dripping and haven't had this happen since.
It does sound like you may have received a faulty atomiser though and you should definitely return it for a replacement.
There are issues which are being/have been addressed by Janty/Joyetech such as the badly designed carts and the bad batch of auto switch batteries, and you are investing in a new design/model which has had unfortunate teething problems.
Having said that, use the generous warranties: that's what they're there for....

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