How Do You Prime an Imp Jar Pod to Avoid Dry Hits?
A simple step by step guide to priming a fresh Imp Jar pod correctly, so your first vape is smooth rather than harsh.
The short answer
To prime an Imp Jar pod, fill it with e-liquid through the top-fill port and let it sit for 10 to 15 minutes before vaping, allowing the mesh coil to fully saturate. Skipping this step is the most common cause of a harsh, burnt tasting first few puffs on a brand new pod.
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Why priming matters
A brand new coil starts off completely dry. Vaping it before the e-liquid has had time to soak into the cotton or mesh material can scorch the coil instantly, producing a harsh, burnt taste that never fully goes away, even after refilling. Priming simply means giving the liquid time to do its job before you start vaping.
Step by step priming
- Fill the pod fully through the top-fill port, up to the maximum fill line.
- Close the fill port securely.
- Leave the pod to rest for 10 to 15 minutes without vaping.
- Take your first few puffs gently rather than long, hard draws, to ease the coil in.
Signs a pod was not primed properly
| Sign | What it means |
|---|---|
| Burnt taste from the very first puff | The coil was vaped before the liquid had soaked in |
| Persistent harshness even after refilling | The coil may already be damaged and need replacing |
| Weak flavour on first use | The coil may not yet be fully saturated, give it more time |
Common questions about priming
Do I need to prime every pod or just the first one?
Every new pod benefits from a short priming period, not just the very first one you use.
Can I speed up the priming process?
Gently tilting the pod to help the liquid spread evenly can help but rushing the process by vaping too soon risks a harsh first hit.
What if I already vaped a pod without priming and it tastes burnt?
Unfortunately, a coil that has already been scorched will not recover, the pod will likely need replacing.
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