burnt taste in protank

[goober]

this is my first time using something like this so maybe im doing something wrong..but, I keep getting this burnt taste. It's horrible. Anyone know why this is happening?

I followed her directions in this video Kanger Pro Tank - YouTube

Actually, I didn't let it sit for a few minutes. I fired it up right after I filled it and got a horrible burnt taste from it. I have been letting it sit for about 10 minutes now and I still get the burnt taste, but its not nearly as bad as before.

 

[Smokachino]

Yeah, you need to let your wick get fully saturated before firing it up. It's also a good idea to wash any new clearo before using it to get any manufacturing oil, etc. off. I soak my stuff in vodka then let dry. Finally, if you're using a VV device, check to see if you're setting is too high and burning your juice. Just a few things off the top of my head, and I'm sure others will have other ideas as well. Hope this helps!

 

[goober]

Yeah, you need to let your wick get fully saturated before firing it up. It's also a good idea to wash any new clearo before using it to get any manufacturing oil, etc. off. I soak my stuff in vodka then let dry. Finally, if you're using a VV device, check to see if you're setting is too high and burning your juice. Just a few things off the top of my head, and I'm sure others will have other ideas as well. Hope this helps!

do u soak the whole thing or just the bottom part?

 

[steved5600]

do u soak the whole thing or just the bottom part?

Good idea to rinse out all atomizers first. But for sure new heads/ that replaceable part. Portank types don't need as many watts as other types IME. I run my between 6-8 watts. You did not say what type of battery you have so I will break it down.

For a Variable Voltage you use the chart that came with it to set your voltage. I'd go a little low at first. Also if it has this setting make sure it is on TRUE RMS.
For a Variable Wattage again make sure it is on TRUE RMS setting and keep the wattage between 6-8 watts.
For a Mechanical mod which run at 4.2 volts you want to use a protank head that is above 2 ohms.
For a non VV/VW battery like the Ego I believe they run 3.7 volts Don't remember for sure. I'd use a head that is below 2 ohm.

 

[Smokachino]

do u soak the whole thing or just the bottom part?

I unscrew the base from the tank and then soak the whole thing. You don't have to use vodka, but I find the el cheapo rotgut stuff (not wasting any Stoli here ) works great. Some folks just use hot water, and that is definitely better than nothing.