Your vaporizer pen allows you to enjoy your favorite herbs conveniently and discreetly. With regular use, residue from dry herbs and essential oils will build up, affecting performance and flavor.
Regular cleaning is important to remove build up that occurs from heating up herbs and coating the heating chamber. Following some simple steps to clean and maintain your vaporizer pen will help extend its lifespan and ensure each use is an enjoyable experience.
With just a few supplies, you can have your pen functioning like new in no time.
Step-By-Step Guide for Cleaning the Vaporizer Pen
Keeping your vaporizer pen clean is essential for optimal performance, taste and longevity. Regular deep cleans with isopropyl alcohol removes built-up residue from marijuana concentrate usage.
Follow these simple steps to thoroughly clean your entire pen.
1. Disassembling the Pen
Remove any juice, concentrate or oil from the vaporizer pen, so it is completely empty. Certain pens have specific tools to aid disassembly, while others use your fingers. Pull apart any sections that detach like the mouthpiece cover, pod, cartridge or atomizer.
You may need to unscrew or twist parts to fully disassemble the pen. Place each section in its own bowl to keep parts organized during cleaning.
2. Cleaning the Mouthpiece
Submerge the mouthpiece, which includes the tip cover and shaft extending into the chamber, in rubbing alcohol for 5-10 minutes. Scrub using an old toothbrush or pipe cleaner to remove any residue on the interior and exterior.
Flush under running water to rinse away leftover alcohol and dirt. Leave mouthpiece parts out to air dry completely before reassembling the pen.
3. Cleaning the Chamber or Tank
Pour isopropyl alcohol into the chamber to submerge any inner chambers, coils or wicks. Let soak for 10 minutes to loosen residue. Use a cotton swab or pipe cleaner to scrub the insides, bending or shaping it to access hard-to-reach areas.
Use a syringe or dropper bottle filled with alcohol to flush out the chamber, releasing any leftover residue and alcohol. Air dry thoroughly.
4. Cleaning the Battery and Connections
Wipe down the outside of the battery and charge port with alcohol on a cotton ball or paper towel. Plug the charge cable into the battery and twist to ensure a tight connection.
Wrap a cotton swap or ball of cotton around a toothpick to clean out any residue from the charge and transfer ports. Dry all parts completely before reassembling the pen and putting the battery back on charge.
Conclusion
With proper cleaning and maintenance, your vaporizer pen will provide you with many years of reliable service. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for cleaning, replacing coils and o-rings, and technical troubleshooting.
Keeping your pen’s exterior and interior components free of oil, residue and debris will ensure optimal performance. Your dabs will also have the right flavor. Safety is also important, so be sure to keep a spare atomizer or entire pen as a backup in case of malfunctions or the need for deep cleaning. Perform routine maintenance checks to identify any worn parts that need to be replaced.
