So, did I make a mistake getting the PA? I don't understand why Vapor Nation would sell the PA's if they don't work with the Solo's they sell.
Tough question, only you can really say in your case. I has some use now (as a charger), and if you're willing to remove the screws it gives you other options. At one point I considered pulling the battery on my spare and making it a 'PA only' unit but finally decided recharging occasionally was not a big deal. In your condition I probably would not have bought it, but I also doubt I'd return it at this point? Helps not at all I know........
I don't want to ruin my new Solo. I'm not sure I am inclined to remove the screws either. Why do they even make the PA if this is an issue?
The ARISER management doesn't listen to the peanut gallery.There's a lot of 'older style' units out there I guess? If I were king I'd do a little better job of explaining things I think, but for whatever reason Arizer is not and the dealers are following suit? We can't even be sure our collective understanding is right. I'm not sure I'd bundle the PA with a new style Solo......but nobody asked.
I would not let it interfere with your enjoyment of the Solo....and that's for sure.
Regards,
OF
http://www.ebay.com/itm/191179053650
Solo for $47.08 + free shipping!
From a seller with exactly ZERO feedback, and an account made a week ago! Buyer (s) beware !
They are definitely talking about a different vaporizer. I'd avoid this seller unless there is a proven track record...Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does the outside of the unit get hot?
A: No - It’s high grade dual wall stainless steel – cool to touch.
Q: Why is it taking longer than usual to fill the balloons?
A: If it is taking longer to fill bags there are three likely reasons: (1) The Dome Screen in the glass elbow adapter is clogged and needs to be cleaned or replaced. (2) It is time to replace the Balloon/bag. (3) The internal glass part (the Glass Heater Cover) has been accidentally cracked or broken, and air is escaping the air flow.
Q: Can I operate the unit with or without the fan?
A: Yes, with the Fan Off, or on – settings 1, 2 or 3.
Q: How strong are the class parts?
A: The glass is the very strongest borosilicate glass available.
Q: Do you offer quantity discounts?
A: Yes, Please send us an eBay message with details.
Q: Can the blue base lights be turned off?
A: Yes, (it’s a good idea to turn off the light when using the battery)
Q: Does the product meet UL, CSA, CE standards?
A: Yes.
Q: Will it work on 110/220V?
A: Yes, the power supply works on both 110/220V for worldwide use.
The PA works with the new Solo, but you don't need it. Vickie you have an extra charger, which is a good thing. I did notice that the PA will not charge the Solo to a solid green, where there is no blinking so the charge is full. I accidentally left my new Solo overnight on the PA and this morning the green was still blinking. It should have been solid over that much time. The Solo fully charges from battery level 1 to a full charge in around 2 hours.
ya so im pretty sure my buddy just dropped in on this deal after he tried my solo. i told him where to check and the prices and stuff yet he still went for the cheap one from hongkong, i warned him after he sent me a pic the webpage, hopefully hes able to send it back or get a claim
Edit: OF beat me to it... somewhat
The PA works with the new Solo, but you don't need it. Vickie you have an extra charger, which is a good thing. I did notice that the PA will not charge the Solo to a solid green, where there is no blinking so the charge is full. I accidentally left my new Solo overnight on the PA and this morning the green was still blinking. It should have been solid over that much time. The Solo fully charges from battery level 1 to a full charge in around 2 hours.
When I use my older model Solo with the PA I do notice the battery going down a bit over time. It's slow, but didn't time how slow it is.
There's a lot of 'older style' units out there I guess? If I were king I'd do a little better job of explaining things I think, but for whatever reason Arizer is not and the dealers are following suit? We can't even be sure our collective understanding is right. I'm not sure I'd bundle the PA with a new style Solo......but nobody asked.
I would not let it interfere with your enjoyment of the Solo....and that's for sure.
Regards,
OF
The person who sold you the PA with the LASTEST SOLO is lacking the know how. I went to the local brick and mortar dispensary and the bud tenders knew very little about the products they were selling.I guess I'll just put the PA into storage for now.
The person who sold you the PA with the LASTEST SOLO is lacking the know how. I went to the local brick and mortar dispensary and the bud tenders knew very little about the products they were selling.
The PA works with the new Solo, but you don't need it. Vickie you have an extra charger, which is a good thing. I did notice that the PA will not charge the Solo to a solid green, where there is no blinking so the charge is full. I accidentally left my new Solo overnight on the PA and this morning the green was still blinking. It should have been solid over that much time. The Solo fully charges from battery level 1 to a full charge in around 2 hours.
When I use my older model Solo with the PA I do notice the battery going down a bit over time. It's slow, but didn't time how slow it is.
VERY interesting! This can't happen with the old style since charging is locked out until the applied voltage is over 10.1. The PA is less than that (about 8.5 Volts)......
Chargers of the type used here need "headroom", that is the charger voltage has to be higher than the battery voltage by at least a small amount. It's not possible to measure this with the old style for the above reason. Typical numbers are a fraction of a Volt.
This could, IMO, make the PA the ideal charger as fully charging the battery (as might happen with the 12 Volt stock charger) is not possible.....IMO potentially a very good thing. Using it instead of the normal charger won't help the 'working' of the battery in 'use while charging' but could eliminate the damage done by leaving it plugged in 'full time'.......
Another thing to test. Great tip, thanks CK!
OF
Just attempted this myself and confirm your finding. Finished my last 'cordless' session (no PA used; starting battery charge level at 1) and then put my 'new' (charge & heat) Solo on the stock PA (8.68v DC) to charge. Wasn't able to fully charge (green charging LED solid) either. In fact, was only able to charge up to solid yellow LED at level 6 (charge level never got high enough to get level 7 battery charge LED to even flicker; took 1 hour 23 minutes to attain this solid yellow at level 6). I left the Solo charging for another 40 minutes (with no further change in LED level indications) on the stock PA before disconnecting and replacing with the stock 12v DC charger (now at the 2 hour 3 minute mark). Took only 2 minutes 19 seconds more for solid yellow at level 7 (with a flashing green charging LED) before I pulled it off the charger, plugged in the PA, inserted a loaded gong - it's starting to heat.......
They claim they are, but I want to be sure before buying. I hear some new units can have issues after a few months. Trying to play it safe.