Cool Fire IV - display reads 'TOO HOT'

[ZackW]

Have an innokin Cool Fire IV with an innokin iSub tank that reads 'too hot' when used at low wattages ~7-25w; 30-40w fires normally i think. Slightly afraid it's going to explode with a message like that.... Out of seller and manufacturer warranty. Any ideas on how to fix this issue?

 

[Sir Kadly]

The 'Too Hot' message is the overheat protection kicking in. I'm not going to hazard a guess as to why that would happen at lower wattages, hopefully someone can help you out with that. But as far as the message, I would say it isn't going to just instantly explode because of it, but it is overheating so the battery could wear out faster than normal, and possibly become unsafe over time. I'm not an expert on this by the way so I'm sure someone will correct me if I am wrong.
So short version, if you are seeing that message stop using it till you figure it out or you risk reducing the lifespan of the device and damaging the battery over time.

 

[Maiar]

I wouldn't worry too much about a regulated mod blowing up in your face or anything. As to why it's reading too hot (I've never seen that before on mine running from 10w on my nautilus to 40w on my subtank) I really have no idea.... Hopefully someone does.

 

[suprtrkr]

No idea why yours is doing it, but it indicates an overheat condition. It probably isn't going to blow up; the message means it knows it's getting hot snd shutting down to avoid it. You say it's out of warranty; it may simply be it has gotten too old. Batteries lose capacity over time, and what used to work may now exceed the capabilities.