Yep, Mick seem to be a beginner who is not attempting to source answers just blame the equipment. 70 burnt cartos in two weeks, yeah.. not you
I would suggest yet again as you live in Melbourne, jumping on Whirlpool and irc://irc.aussievapers.info/AussieVapers and find out about the Friday night meet ups. You need to talk to guys who have working gear who will point out what is going on or if your expectations are too high.
You asked for help, I asked you to post pictures of your AFS....
But I'll happily buy your AFS as they are terrible bits of gear and I need another one cheap
Oh and your GGTS (do you have one) must be in need of a new home and I will also gladly buy this too.