My vape kit is leaking


Vaping should be simple and enjoyable—but hiccups happen. The good news is most issues are quick to fix. We’ve put together this handy troubleshooting guide covering the most common vape problems customers ask us about. Keep it bookmarked, and the next time your device plays up, you’ll be back to enjoying your vape in no time.

 Why am i not getting enough puffs from my disposable vape kit? My e-liquid has turned dark
My Prefilled Vape tastes burnt Dry hits / burnt taste when I vape
My vape battery doesn’t stay charged for long I’m not getting big enough clouds when I vape
My vape kit is leaking Not enough of a throat hit when I vape
There is e liquid build-up around the connections of my vape kit Too much of a throat hit when I vape
E-liquid leaking through the airflow of my vape kit/tank I’m not getting enough of a nicotine hit when I vape
My vape kit isn’t working Not enough flavour from my e-liquid when I vape
I’m not getting any draw from my vape kit Spitting and/or gurgling sounds when I vape

My vape kit is leaking

leaking is usually down to flooding, worn seals, or how the kit’s filled/used. Work through these fixes (fastest first):

Quick fixes (2–5 mins)

  • Wipe everything dry. Remove pod/tank, dab the base, chimney and contacts with tissue/cotton bud.

  • Reseat the coil/pod. Pull the coil out, check the O-rings, push back in firmly until fully home.

  • Empty & refill correctly. Don’t overfill; leave a small air gap. Close any fill plugs properly.

  • Open the airflow a touch. Too tight + hard pulls can flood the coil.

  • Shorter, gentler puffs. Chain-vaping can outpace wicking and force liquid into the airflow.

Common causes & how to prevent them

  1. Worn or damaged O-rings/seals

    • Look for nicks or flattened rings on the coil/pod. Replace the coil/pod if in doubt.

  2. Overfilling / filling technique

    • Fill below the max line; keep the center chimney clear (for tanks). After filling, hold upright for a minute.

  3. Thin e-liquid (high PG) in airy coils

    • If you’re using a loose/airier coil, switch to 50/50 or even 60/40 VG/PG. Very thin liquids can seep.

  4. Old or gunked coil

    • Sweet/dark flavours wear coils faster and cause flooding. Replace the coil/pod sooner with those juices.

  5. Temperature / pressure changes

    • Leaving the kit in a hot car, taking it on planes, or big temperature swings can force juice out. Keep it at room temp; keep upright.

  6. Condensation (not a real leak)

    • A light film under the pod is normal. Weekly wipe-downs keep contacts clean and performance consistent.

  7. Cracks in pod/tank

    • Hairline cracks = persistent leaks. Replace the pod/tank.

Pod kits

  • Make sure the fill plug is fully seated.

  • If the pod has adjustable airflow, avoid fully closed; it encourages flooding.

  • Rotate between two pods so each can rest/re-saturate.

Refillable tanks (coil-swapped)

  • Tighten, don’t overtighten the coil and base.

  • Close airflow when filling (if possible), then reopen after a minute.

  • If it floods: remove tank, blow gently through the mouthpiece into tissue to clear excess, then refit.

Disposables

  • Persistent leaking from new? Keep it and contact the retailer with the batch/lot; don’t keep using a badly leaking unit.

Safety & cleanup

  • If liquid gets on battery contacts or into the USB port, disconnect and dry thoroughly before charging/using.

  • Keep tissues out of the 510/contacts when reassembling.

  • Recycle leaky pods/coils via electrical waste or your local scheme (or use our takeback).