Arizer Solo

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OF

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I might swap a ceramic heater from an old old solo into one of the newest model ones just to see what happens. I wonder if each model is programmed to have a specific heating curve or if it just responds to what the heater tells it.

The high pitched whine my m102 makes is a little annoying but I'm learning to deal with it. Anyone else with a ceramic solo know about this whining I'm talking about?

Ps I remember skimming over this before but I don't remember what is the deal with the domed screens again.
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Fun idea, I'd be a little careful doing so.....don't I recall that there was a temperature change about the same time the model's changed? I don't own any in that range, but I recall folks saying that the calibration changed? This could well be in response to to sensor (thermistor, temperature dependent resistor0 change. That is 'had to recalibrate, the new sensor is way different'. No big deal, just approach with caution I think.

As to how it works, you're close. It heats until the change in resistance (from temperature) reaches the called for level telling the Solo it's on temperature. Actually it's a voltage that's measured, but that detali isn't important. So it largely depends on the sensor, how it's heated is not a factor. You could just as easily use the heater signal to open a gas valve and really get to temp fast......

Don't worry about the whine.....or so the little voices tell me, the whiners are just babbling....... What you're probably hearing is the inductor used to convert battery voltage down to run the processor and light lights and stuff. Heater power is different, it doesn't go through this converter. The offending part is the roughly square one low down behind the battery, the other square one, higher up, is the speaker (even though it doesn't look much like one.

Normally stuff doesn't rattle in such parts, but shock can break a bit loose. Kind of a first cousin to a humming transformer. No big deal (as long as it doesn't degrade or drive you nuts). BTW hearing the frequencies normally used is kind of a crap shoot by itself. Many folks can no longer (and may not know it), many never could (and don't miss it?). Women are better than men (go figure), and of course it gets worse as we age. Guys who shot guns 'without ears', attended too many rock concerts and the like are of course bad bets as well.......

Glad you got your unit back in train. A sick Solo is not a happy thing.

Regards,

OF
 
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biohacker

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PoisonousHydra said:
I am starting to see this as well: the large holes do seem to require quite a lot of shaking, tapping, and brushing to keep clear, and it certainly is a lot more harsh. My solution to that was to turn it down a level when using it with stock glass (African Blackwood still seems to require 7). I mentioned a few posts back that when using it with the stock glass, on 7 (which I always did with my 2012 Solo) it tasted like bitter, smokey combustion nastiness :(.
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How do the slightly larger holes that allow for better airflow make it more harsh? Wouldn't it be the exact opposite? I dunno, I definitely don't notice that, in fact i'm finding the vapour much smoother than usual. Even my wife commented how this Solo doesn't make me cough like the others i've had, but who knows.

I also haven't notice cleaning to be anything more than normal, I don't get any herb in the oven...I simply use a q-tip or an iso q-tip when it's cold.
 
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al bundy

al bundy

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Here's what my stock Solo battery looks like that took a charge with no problem.
But when I tried to use the Solo it would turn off in 2-3 minutes.
This is the top of the battery pack the positive terminal on the left is what was leaking.
There was some sort of red cardboard cover on this and it was wet and discolered. Probably batt acid.

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Replaced battery with another and all is well.
Also the white wire came right out of shrink wrap on the battery.
 
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OF

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al bundy said:
Here's what my battery looks like that took a charge with no problem.
But when I tried to use the Solo it would turn off in 2-3 minutes.


Replaced battery with another and all is well.
Also the white wire came right out of shrink wrap on the battery.
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I'm not sure what I'm looking at, it looks more like adhesive from the Kapton tape than leakage to me? But in any event, it 'sounded' dead from the description. A classic case, in fact, where the stronger one hammers the weaker more each time. Glad you got it sorted out.

The white wire is one of the leads on the thermal switch (bottom of the pack, below the board). No polarity there. BTW, sometimes you need to recharge the pack to reset the protection PCB.

Thanks for the post. Just like the used one I bought, abnormally short life is a sure sign. And once it starts going bad, it can go pretty quick. Hopefully many grams will pass through stems before you have to mess with this part again.

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OF
 
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PoisonousHydra

PoisonousHydra

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biohacker said:
How do the slightly larger holes that allow for better airflow make it more harsh? Wouldn't it be the exact opposite?
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Scientifically, you would be correct: more airflow should allow for hot air to move over the load more quickly, thereby spending less time heating it, and making it less harsh, as opposed to more.

I cannot speak for anyone else, but in my case I am fairly certain that it has to do with my being afflicted with Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome. In brief, this means that my airway is naturally more restricted than that of the average person, and when sleeping (or inhaling through a vapourizer) it becomes very much "like a straw". I have to sleep with a mask and CPAP machine, since it essentially manifests itself as sleep apnea.

Since my upper airway is already causing a large amount of resistance, that, coupled with the increased resistance in the 2012 model Solo probably means that I, personally was unable to get any proper airflow through the unit.
 
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ataxian

ataxian

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biohacker said:
I love this thing almost as much as my nano. Taste is phenomenal.
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I love my SOLO.
I love my NANO.
They are like comparing KIWIS with PEACHES.

Depends on the mood.
Glad to own both!
PoisonousHydra said:
Scientifically, you would be correct: more airflow should allow for hot air to move over the load more quickly, thereby spending less time heating it, and making it less harsh, as opposed to more.

I cannot speak for anyone else, but in my case I am fairly certain that it has to do with my being afflicted with Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome. In brief, this means that my airway is naturally more restricted than that of the average person, and when sleeping (or inhaling through a vapourizer) it becomes very much "like a straw". I have to sleep with a mask and CPAP machine, since it essentially manifests itself as sleep apnea.

Since my upper airway is already causing a large amount of resistance, that, coupled with the increased resistance in the 2012 model Solo probably means that I, personally was unable to get any proper airflow through the unit.
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I hear you loud and clear!
OK your not shouting however I hear you!
I would love to just smoke a joint to be truthful.
My problem is I can't even handle some of the so called top of the line vaporizers!!

The SOLO is not the best however for my needs it's pretty perfect. I can handle it and I become very medicated after a session. I love a thick heavy cloud chasing white vapor cloud. WTF I almost lost my availability to breath yesterday with my heaver hitting vaporizers. At least with the SOLO I can feel well without a near death experience. I don't speak for you or anybody else however I find the SOLO the best medical device for my needs.
I had to sell a few vaporizers because of the space they took up. (great vaporizers just to powerful for me.)
I have a pack of papers and can roll a respectable joint however I haven't use them.
That's my rant!
Right Wrong or indifferent!
 
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biohacker

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You got that right.....one for home and one for away, it just seems like the one for away is getting used alot right now. Surely partly due to it being novel again, but functionally i'm really digging using the Nano gong's since I can make some pretty impressive bowl sizes, and am getting some very impressive effects! Or maybe it's because I really had to.. pack the nano gong fat, crank the solo to 7, heat pre soak, and slow through the bubbler, then hard.....hoooolllleeee shheeeeeet!!!!! Clouds that easily rival any other vaporizer. I was using a fairly fine grind, but since the airflow on this bad boy is so great, I don't have to worry about restriction with an overly fine or tight bowl pack.

Why can't I stop thinking about a Y adapter and using two Solo's at once? I know it's been done lots, but I just can't imagine double the vapour!
 
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exit

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al bundy said:
Here's what my battery looks like that took a charge with no problem.
But when I tried to use the Solo it would turn off in 2-3 minutes.

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Replaced battery with another and all is well.
Also the white wire came right out of shrink wrap on the battery.
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That looks really corroded?
Is this a solo stock pack?
 
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OF

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exit said:
That looks really corroded?
Is this a solo stock pack?
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I'm not sure it's corrosion, the key surfaces, though out of focus, still look sharp?

It is the battery pack with the cover stripped off. You're looking at the top end, the keyboard side is to the back (finger side). Note the welded straps.

biohacker said:
All i'm missing is the claisen and another Solo!
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We also had a fellow that ran two on a Y connector on PA power. In his car. I know, 'cuz I sent him a custom two channel PA for the project. He wanted to make more to sell.

Never heard from him again, go figure.......

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exit

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al bundy said:
Stock Solo battery
I was thinking it was battery acid.
Now OF has me wondering, the red cover fell off
I'm going to solder the wire and clean it up and see what happens.
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I'm not sure I would be
Comfortable reusing and repairing that battery fwiw
 
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poonman

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This is NOT how I want my weekend to start ! Ouch !
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Luckily , I went across the street to the convenience store and got this .
A mini straight tube ' recycler ' , ( def. Chinese knock off ) .
But it works like a charm . I'm still learning the best water level for it .
I find when the water chugs above into the next top section , not all of it gurgles back down . I'll do more testing with a mirror . Here's some pics , and yes , the price sticker is still on .

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Serenity now , Serenity now .
 
CarolKing

CarolKing

Singer of songs and a vapor connoisseur


I'm enjoying some God's Gift this evening. It's starting to cool down a bit. Here is the Black Wood Wong with the turquoise inlay from our friend Ed an FCer with a lot of talent. Thank you Ed. I really enjoy the wood. That's a 14 mm.
 
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spyguy467

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quick question, what should i do right when the solo arrives to optimize performance like burnoff, initial charge, etc.
 
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CarolKing

CarolKing

Singer of songs and a vapor connoisseur
Spyguy, read over the instructions at the beginning go the thread. It talks about features and temps etc...Go over the thread and read the last 20 pages or so. That might help.

Do the initial charge to the solid green light. Do a couple burn offs at temp 7. After cooling use a iso wipe down with a qtip and you are good to go. You can grind some quality herb or not. You don't have to grind. It's personal preference.

Relax and enjoy the flavor and the mood.

From the time that your Solo flight starts to lifts off until you land, your journey will be a satisfying experience. You will look forward to the next flight. Have a wonderful vaping experience.
 
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