murf2010
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Emailed them, thanks for the heads up. It's 6 months old but in mint shape as only used a couple times but is now my daily driver. Battery life is awful though!!
Discontinued The Firefly Vaporizer
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mitchgo61
I go where the thrills are
You no doubt have a battery that's a lemon. Dunno why they are still bundled with new FFs....somewhere in the supply chain they have done a horrible job of purging this defective stock, and it's unfortunate because it gives new buyers, with no way of knowing any better, the impression that the FF performs poorly. FF really needs to get the 750s out of the chain, for their own good at this point.
Good luck, let us know what happens....
FF were kind enough to send me a few of the pads, and I'm ashamed to say I have yet to try them. I don't use concentrates so I can't be much help with that (though I'm sure someone here posted about using them with the pads a couple months ago...might be worth a thread search)....but I do have some ice hash I can try with the pads. I'll let you know what kind of results I get.
EDIT: Check out @studmuffin 's posts in this thread....he has reported quite a bit on the pads. Here's the first one....http://fuckcombustion.com/threads/the-firefly-vaporizer.11365/page-206#post-761795
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A pox upon 750sHi all,
I'm new here. I bought a firefly about 10 months ago, and I have loved it.
After that time of moderate to heavy use, it has stopped working. The ceramic bowl is just doesn't seem to be that hot and most of the bud is still green after a long session.
I have contacted service many times now, with no response. I've heard that Firefly service is awesome and that factored in to me choosing this vape.
Any ideas? Is there an effective way to get service to help me out?
I'm new here. I bought a firefly about 10 months ago, and I have loved it.
After that time of moderate to heavy use, it has stopped working. The ceramic bowl is just doesn't seem to be that hot and most of the bud is still green after a long session.
I have contacted service many times now, with no response. I've heard that Firefly service is awesome and that factored in to me choosing this vape.
Any ideas? Is there an effective way to get service to help me out?
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murf2010
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mitchgo61
I go where the thrills are
Your coil has likely died.
As others said, call them on the phone today. They will get you fixed up ASAP. Good luck.
61reissue
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Yep I have had no luck via email but a lot of success on the phone.
grokit
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The ff is a good portable but you may need a plug-in vape for transitioning from heavy combustion. See if you can demo or grab a volcano, and suck a bag down. If this doesn't get you stoned no vape will.
I am not saying that bags are the way to go long-term. But I am saying that it's worth a try. I tried a couple of vapes before I took to vaping, and the silver surfer finally did the trick for me but there's more of a learning curve. The volcano people also make a couple of non-bag heavy hitters, the plenty which may also be a good plug-in choice and the mighty which is a foolproof heavy-hitting portable. I don't normally recommend storz & bickel vapes right off the bat, but while they aren't known for their economy or even the best flavor, they are known for full extraction of thick, highly-effective vapor.
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Anyone have trouble removing the concentrate pads? I've never been able to get them out with the flimsy plastic cleaning picks, so I use metal tools, but that pulls the metal strings apart.
Also, I'm wondering what people think of the plastic picks. Seems like plastic is a bad idea when dealing with that much heat. My FF's bowl stays pretty hot while I'm cleaning it out.
Also, I'm wondering what people think of the plastic picks. Seems like plastic is a bad idea when dealing with that much heat. My FF's bowl stays pretty hot while I'm cleaning it out.
mitchgo61
I go where the thrills are
Have yet to hear a peep about FF2. Where'd you see the discount? Not on their site....
KWest
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I am on the email list. 20% off site wide/
A link to the announcement:
http://app.bronto.com/public/?q=pre...7.ZlzI..vrwK.b..l.A3m-.a.Vd8e6A.Vd8e6A.nd0zkg
A link to the announcement:
http://app.bronto.com/public/?q=pre...7.ZlzI..vrwK.b..l.A3m-.a.Vd8e6A.Vd8e6A.nd0zkg
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mitchgo61
I go where the thrills are
Me too, but didn't see the mail. Thanks for posting the link!
KWest
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Pleasure!
StealthMaster
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After receiving my firefly today I became suspicious as to whether it was authentic or not so I compared to the counterfeit images and the 7 bullet points fire fly has on their website. the pictures confirmed that everything was fine with my unit of the fire fly apart from the box. As mentioned on their site, "Counterfeit box has less space between top and bottom" the space between top and bottom of my box matched the image of the counterfeit box. However, its only the box so its hard to know whether to return just because of that? there is also a very tiny chip of red which is barely noticeable, has anyone had any minor cosmetic damage such as this?. I have waited for this product for so long and would like to know if should go ahead and use or return?
mitchgo61
I go where the thrills are
Is there a reason, other than the box, that makes you suspicious? Where did you purchase it from? (Knowing that could shed some light...)
If I were concerned, I would call FF directly on Monday and give them the serial number and see what they say. (You can send them an email now and they might even reply before Monday but a call is probably your fastest path to resolution.)
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StealthMaster
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thanks for your reply. i purchased it from owlvapes.co.uk, for £10 cheaper than most other websites but they do mention its on sale. After reading forums a lot ive only just come to realise there loads of counterfeit models. owlvapes seems to be a fairly new website, they do have good customers reviews, 83 in total (not that many) averaging 4 stars. i began to doubt them as i have not heard much about them, only the website, trustpilot, have reviewed them.
mitchgo61
I go where the thrills are
Sounds like the unit itself passes at least a cursory examination of the major counterfeit symptoms (though I don't know what you mean by "chip of red"...do you mean you have a red FF and there is a chip in the finish? If so, yes, there are occasional reports of minor cosmetic issues, I don't think that's in and of itself indicative of anything re authenticity). The box thing could almost be a judgment call. (Maybe you could show us pix?) The retailer...sounds like "not enough data". Here in the states there are only a couple of authorized places from which to purchase, so it would be easier to be suspicious of another retailer, but you have me at a disadvantage when it comes to Europe etc.
I would guess it's fine based on the unit itself but again to be sure send FF the serial number and get them to confirm its authenticity. (Also worth asking them about the retailer you purchased from.)
Good luck, let us know what happens...I am intrigued!
StealthMaster
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Sounds like the unit itself passes at least a cursory examination of the major counterfeit symptoms (though I don't know what you mean by "chip of red"...do you mean you have a red FF and there is a chip in the finish? If so, yes, there are occasional reports of minor cosmetic issues, I don't think that's in and of itself indicative of anything re authenticity). The box thing could almost be a judgment call. (Maybe you could show us pix?) The retailer...sounds like "not enough data". Here in the states there are only a couple of authorized places from which to purchase, so it would be easier to be suspicious of another retailer, but you have me at a disadvantage when it comes to Europe etc.
I would guess it's fine based on the unit itself but again to be sure send FF the serial number and get them to confirm its authenticity. (Also worth asking them about the retailer you purchased from.)
Good luck, let us know what happens...I am intrigued!
thanks for the reply. yes, there is a small chip in the finish. ive emailed FF with name of the website ive purchased from along with the serial number. though the serial number should confirm its authenticity, its possibly not the best confirmation, im not sure, im thinking of people who download operating systems from torrent sites and use keygens to generate real serial numbers as well as there being other methods to get real serial numbers just to make a fake seem real? when it comes to a vaporizer im not sure they go to this depth to cover up the fake version
StealthMaster
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Sounds like the unit itself passes at least a cursory examination of the major counterfeit symptoms (though I don't know what you mean by "chip of red"...do you mean you have a red FF and there is a chip in the finish? If so, yes, there are occasional reports of minor cosmetic issues, I don't think that's in and of itself indicative of anything re authenticity). The box thing could almost be a judgment call. (Maybe you could show us pix?) The retailer...sounds like "not enough data". Here in the states there are only a couple of authorized places from which to purchase, so it would be easier to be suspicious of another retailer, but you have me at a disadvantage when it comes to Europe etc.
I would guess it's fine based on the unit itself but again to be sure send FF the serial number and get them to confirm its authenticity. (Also worth asking them about the retailer you purchased from.)
Good luck, let us know what happens...I am intrigued!
how do you insert images? ive seen the image button but it asks for a url link. i was expecting it would ask me to browse through my pictures and then upload
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mas300
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Hi all,
I have been using my Firefly for around 3 weeks and have taken the time to read all of the posts here.
There is indeed allot of useful information and I would like to share my experiences to date.
I used the Firefly at first as most people and Firefly themselves suggested. That is
1. Medium course ground material
2. Slightly packed bowl
3. Four second preheat
4. Slow draws for around 20 seconds each
The results were very good, but not excellent (at least for my preferences)
1. Initial 3-4 hits were extra smooth with medium sized clouds
2. Beyond this hits were courser with little, if any, vapor
3. No stirring as I don’t like opening the lid during sessions
4. ABV material brownish with patches of green
5. Battery light green though everything, which seems to be a good sign for me (e.g. none of the reported battery issues)
6. Cleaning was a bit difficult as there always seems to be some material between the bottom screen and chamber wall. The screen had to be removed each time to remove the material.
My preference actually is to use less material and obtain more even colored ABV material. However, numerous attempts to use less material in the chamber resulted in worse results.
Then after reading though the posts I tried an Arizer domed screen. The screen fit in perfectly, like it was make for the Firefly and it cuts the size of the bowl down by around 30%, which was just what I wanted. I put material in the chamber, but don’t pack the bowl at all. My guess is that the chamber now holds around 0.05g of material, which is just right for 3 good hits for one session for me.
As a plus, I don’t need to preheat as much or pull for so long to get good vapor clouds. Both extend battery life and my batteries (I have 2) last 5-6 bowls each. Another plus is that to cleaning the chamber is simpler. Just remove the Arizer screen as it can be hand-lifted out in one piece with all the ABV material. There is absolutely no material left behind or under it and the chamber looks practically new. Finally, the ABV material is more uniformly dark brown. I suspect the Firefly runs slightly hotter based on these observations.
So for those who want to use the Firefly with less material and completely finish everything in one session, then this method works perfectly.
I plan to keep fine tuning this method, so any feedback and suggestions are welcome. Thanks for those who posted here and suggested this method in the first place.
Overall, I am very satisfied. The Firefly is an already excellent product and they should even consider incorporating this type of mod in Firefly 2.
I have been using my Firefly for around 3 weeks and have taken the time to read all of the posts here.
There is indeed allot of useful information and I would like to share my experiences to date.
I used the Firefly at first as most people and Firefly themselves suggested. That is
1. Medium course ground material
2. Slightly packed bowl
3. Four second preheat
4. Slow draws for around 20 seconds each
The results were very good, but not excellent (at least for my preferences)
1. Initial 3-4 hits were extra smooth with medium sized clouds
2. Beyond this hits were courser with little, if any, vapor
3. No stirring as I don’t like opening the lid during sessions
4. ABV material brownish with patches of green
5. Battery light green though everything, which seems to be a good sign for me (e.g. none of the reported battery issues)
6. Cleaning was a bit difficult as there always seems to be some material between the bottom screen and chamber wall. The screen had to be removed each time to remove the material.
My preference actually is to use less material and obtain more even colored ABV material. However, numerous attempts to use less material in the chamber resulted in worse results.
Then after reading though the posts I tried an Arizer domed screen. The screen fit in perfectly, like it was make for the Firefly and it cuts the size of the bowl down by around 30%, which was just what I wanted. I put material in the chamber, but don’t pack the bowl at all. My guess is that the chamber now holds around 0.05g of material, which is just right for 3 good hits for one session for me.
As a plus, I don’t need to preheat as much or pull for so long to get good vapor clouds. Both extend battery life and my batteries (I have 2) last 5-6 bowls each. Another plus is that to cleaning the chamber is simpler. Just remove the Arizer screen as it can be hand-lifted out in one piece with all the ABV material. There is absolutely no material left behind or under it and the chamber looks practically new. Finally, the ABV material is more uniformly dark brown. I suspect the Firefly runs slightly hotter based on these observations.
So for those who want to use the Firefly with less material and completely finish everything in one session, then this method works perfectly.
I plan to keep fine tuning this method, so any feedback and suggestions are welcome. Thanks for those who posted here and suggested this method in the first place.
Overall, I am very satisfied. The Firefly is an already excellent product and they should even consider incorporating this type of mod in Firefly 2.
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