Blink-ee button

[drummerskey]

I have used the same Aerotank base on my Provari since day one. Recently, it appears that how tight that base is screwed on appears to be a moving target. The past two days, it seems like it will only fire when it is loose and wobly whereas before that, I could screw it down snug and would have no issues.

I would have chalked it up to a horrible memory on my part but last night, my IGO was having the same issue.........and I got the blink-ee.

Thoughts?

 

[MrOcelot]

The precious is known for this. You have to press firmly. That is my guess. Happens to mine sometimes when I'm lazy

 

[drummerskey]

bump.............

This thing is starting to be annoying. I think I might have just seen the dreaded E8 error.

 

[WorksForMe]

bump.............

This thing is starting to be annoying. I think I might have just seen the dreaded E8 error.

Have you tried cleaning your Provari battery pin with alcohol? It might not be making good contact.

J.R.

 

[Train2]

I don't have an answer - but I have an Aerotank base i use on ProTanks, and it connects PERFECT - no need to leave it loose, and never failed to make a connection. Your is the first instance I've seen where it's a problem...
ProTank bases - SURE, lots of people had issues - but the Aerotank base USUALLY fixes it.

And the iGo is also a known bit of a problem - because you CAN adjust the pin, but have to like take off the center post and push down to do it (or something like that).

I think PROBABLY that's the issue - both of those units lack an easily adjustable 510 pin...which is kind of helpful with a ProVari, unless you get lucky (or use cartos).

 

[Gato del Jugo]

bump.............

This thing is starting to be annoying. I think I might have just seen the dreaded E8 error.

I knocked mine over on my desk earlier tonight (yeah, really need to devise a stand, here)..

Was getting a few E1s & a couple E8s afterwards...


Unscrewed the iClear 30 from the ProVari & unscrewed/re-screwed the clearo head..

Filled up with juice again, no more errors since..


Might or might not help...

 

[copperpot]

I ordered a couple extra aero tank bases. On one, out of the three I have, the center pin/battery contact, is not sitting level. So if I set it down on the counter with the tank on it, it falls over. I can use my finger to adjust it... and it looks like it's been indented/pressed in a bit. Maybe your center pin has depressed/recessed within the base? I dunno, my observation kinda doesn't make sense if it fires better when wobbly...

 

[drummerskey]

I have not actually cleaned my Provari, which is weird because I am usually good for that but she is only about a month and a half old. However, I did clean her today so we will see if that fixes it.

Last night, I had to adjust the center pin on my Kayfun which I have never had to do so I don't know what is going on. The battery post would have to go up, no be pressed down to have the issue I am having. I am just sick of seeing that stupid button blink.

EDIT: I also almost never turn her off.............didn't know if that was a problem but figured I would throw that in.

 

[Gato del Jugo]

I have not actually cleaned my Provari, which is weird because I am usually good for that but she is only about a month and a half old. However, I did clean her today so we will see if that fixes it.

1.5 months?? That thing was long overdue for a cleaning!

I hope you cleaned everything really well, especially the internal contact pin and all the threads at the bottom areas (including end-caps & springs)..

I assume you also put some Noalox / Ox-Gard on all the bottom threads after?

 

[drummerskey]

Today was the quick Car Wash Bay spray off.............the detail will have to wait til later tonight or this week.

What is this Noalox, Ox-Gard, Eye of Newt, Spider's tongue you speak of and what is it's purpose............sorry, couldn't resist

what is Noalox and what does it do. never did anything with my threads before or knew I needed to.

EDIT: never mind...............I did this thing called "searching", I think the "A" is silent and did this other thing called, reading........the "A" may be long or short, not sure but I found the answer.

 

[Gato del Jugo]

Today was the quick Car Wash Bay spray off.............the detail will have to wait til later tonight or this week.

What is this Noalox, Ox-Gard, Eye of Newt, Spider's tongue you speak of and what is it's purpose............sorry, couldn't resist

what is Noalox and what does it do. never did anything with my threads before or knew I needed to.

EDIT: never mind...............I did this thing called "searching", I think the "A" is silent and did this other thing called, reading........the "A" may be long or short, not sure but I found the answer.

You can get Noalox or Ox-Gard in the electrical section at Home Depot / Lowe's / whatever..

Obviously also online, including at ProVape..


Only runs a few bucks for a small bottle.. you really don't need much


Ed has a pretty good blog on it...

http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/fo...-cleansing-anointing-provari-maintenance.html


From what I remember, ProVape puts some on the threads before shipping.. But that doesn't last forever, especially after a good cleaning or two...

 

[jennifer360]

I have not actually cleaned my Provari, which is weird because I am usually good for that but she is only about a month and a half old. However, I did clean her today so we will see if that fixes it.

Last night, I had to adjust the center pin on my Kayfun which I have never had to do so I don't know what is going on. The battery post would have to go up, no be pressed down to have the issue I am having. I am just sick of seeing that stupid button blink.

EDIT: I also almost never turn her off.............didn't know if that was a problem but figured I would throw that in.

Hi Drummerskey. We actually suggest weekly cleaning. Every time a fresh battery is put in the ProVari, arcing occurs between the battery and the contact. This creates oxidization that leaves a carbon build up on the contact. This carbon will prevent the ProVari from working properly since it lacks a good connection with the battery. The signs of this can be: intermittent firing, early low battery warning, random errors, rapid flashing light etc. This video is also very helpful in explaining how to clean the contacts: ProVari Electronic Cigarette Maintenance - YouTube. Hope this helps