Hello all!
Was curious if there is a post I can be directed to that lists best practices for using the MV1? If not can some of the seasoned users list their best practices. I went from an Ascent to a dynavap and never looked back until the Ghost so I'm trying to figure out the best way to utilize my new toy.
Hi mike, Here are my notes; hope they help!
THE DRIER THE HERB, THE BETTER. DRY HERB IS THE WAY TO OBTAIN FULL EXTRACTION.
BEFORE FIRST USE: IMPORTANT: CHARGE BATTERY FULLY BEFORE FIRST USE. The MV1 Fast Charger should take no more than 2 hours. Failure to fully charge the battery may permanently reduce its capacity and lifespan.
Whever the battery is replaced, you must wake the machine back up. Hold down Mode button until it turns on. You will see one green light. Release then press and hold again to display current heat setting (green, amber and red flashing LEDs).
Press the Mode Button repeatedly to cycle through preset temps. Use the phone app to add to more customized heat settings.
BATTERY AND HEAT SETTINGS
· Press and hold the Mode Button to display battery level.
· 3 green LEDs indicates full
· 1 flashing green LED indicating it’s time to recharge.
· Out of juice: the device will vibrate 3 times with a single flashing red LED.
PREPARING FOR USE: Extend the mouthpiece by between ½ - ¾".
Make sure that the heat sink is inserted all the way: if it's not, you won't be able to draw vapor. Push it all the way down with thumbs.
Triple click the Mode Button to activate Vape Mode, a single green LED will display.
OVERHEATING
· Overheaitng is indicated by vibration and a red warning light. Don't use the MV1 until it cools down again.
Overheating caused by:
· Crucible is too full, too densely packed. Hot air cannot move quickly enough through the device and collects under the filling chamber.
· Make sure herb is dry enough.
· Too slow draws can cause heat to build up underneath the chamber. We recommend to pull a little faster than with most vaporizers: the vapor will be cooled down.
· Extend the mouthpiece for faster air flow.
· To speed up the cooling process, remove the battery and crucuble, and leave door open.
· Drawing on the mouthpiece with MV1 off and the oven door open can also help for a quicker cool-down.
GRINDING HERB AND LOADING THE CRUCUBLES:
Fill crucible loosely: in this case, less is more! For dry herb, grind to a coarse consistency and load crucible loosely, level to the top.
Do not tamp the herb down. Fit crucible lid securely, ensuring there are no gaps between the lid and crucible as you close the door.
SWITCHING ON: To activate, press and hold Mode Button until a single green LED shows, then release and the current battery level will be displayed. The unit will wait in Sleep Mode.
VAPING DRY HERBS:
· In Vape Mode, press and hold the Vape Button for several seconds, until you feel the haptic buzz meaning it’s time to vape.
· Continue to hold the Vape Button and inhale for at least 10 seconds - the longer the draw, the more intense the flavor.
· Release the Vape Button when done and repeat as desired.
VAPING CONCENTRATES:
· Select temperature setting for concentrates and in Vape Mode, press and hold the Vape Button. You will feel the haptic buzz; immediately begin inhaling and continue until you feel a second haptic buzz.
· This prepares the concentrate for use and a single amber LED will be displayed indicating that you are in Concentrate Mode.
· Press and hold the Vape Button again and immediately inhale for at least 10 seconds, releasing when done. Repeat as desired.
CLEANING:
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Crucibles: Soaking the ceramic and stainless steel parts in isopropyl alcohol on a weekly basis will improve performance. The stainless steel lid gets clogged with resin; I clean mine after each use with an alcohol wipe; you will notice that the lids get quite sticky and clogged.
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Heat sink: You will notice that a significant amount of reclaim accumulates at the bottom of the heat sink and the mouthpiece, which can block airflow and reduce the performance of the MV1. Clean the heat sink on a weekly basis by soaking the parts in isopropyl alcohol.
Do not clean the lid or the rubber gasket in iso.
TEMPERATURES:
· 2 flashing amber LEDs is the default heat setting.
· To increase vapor intensity select one of the higher presets.
· For lighter vapor reduce to low, indicated by 1 amber LED.
· The concentrate preset is indicated by 3 flashing red LEDs and should not be used for herbs.
While the actual number of vapes will very much depend on the way the GHOST MV1 is used, tests have shown that over 100 full length vapes on the highest heat setting can be achieved on a single battery charge. Lower temperatures result in less frequent charging.
SAFETY
Operate only between temperatures of +5°C – +30°C/+41°F - +86°F
Do not drop or get wet.