* **A small prying tool:** A precision flathead screwdriver, a pair of fine-tip tweezers, or a sturdy sewing needle. * **A syringe with a blunt-tip needle:** A 14-gauge or 16-gauge blunt needle is ideal for handling thick oils and distillates. * **Your choice of distillate or oil:** Ensure the viscosity is suitable for ceramic coil cartridges. * **Isopropyl alcohol and cotton swabs:** Useful for cleaning up any accidental spills or residue. * **A hair dryer or heating pad (optional):** To gently warm thick oil, making it easier to transfer. --- ## Step-by-Step Guide to Opening and Refilling ### Step 1: Remove the Mouthpiece The black plastic mouthpiece is held in place by two small plastic tabs on the sides of the clear cartridge body.

1. Hold the pod firmly in one hand. 2. Insert your prying tool gently into the seam between the black mouthpiece and the clear plastic reservoir. 3. Wiggle the tool slightly to create leverage, applying gentle upward pressure. 4. Move to the opposite side of the pod and repeat the process. 5. Work back and forth until the mouthpiece clicks loose and slides off. Avoid forcing it, as excessive pressure can snap the locking tabs or crack the outer shell. ### Step 2: Remove the Silicone Gasket Once the mouthpiece is removed, you will see a small, grey silicone stopper covering the top of the reservoir. This gasket prevents leaks and maintains the vacuum seal inside the pod. 1. Use your tweezers or the tip of your prying tool to lift one edge of the silicone gasket. 2. Pull the gasket straight up and set it aside in a clean place. 3. Take note of the gasket's orientation so you can replace it correctly during reassembly. ### Step 3: Refill the Reservoir The center of the pod contains a metal airflow chimney. It is crucial to keep this chimney clear of oil.

1. Draw your oil or distillate into the syringe. If the oil is too thick, warm the syringe gently with a hair dryer for a few seconds to improve flow. 2. Insert the tip of the blunt needle into the space between the center metal chimney and the outer plastic wall of the pod. 3. Slowly depress the syringe plunger to fill one side of the pod, then switch to the other side to ensure an even fill. 4. Stop filling just below the top of the metal chimney. Overfilling will prevent the silicone gasket from seating properly and will cause leaking or spitting. ### Step 4: Reassemble the Pod Proper reassembly is vital to ensure the pod functions correctly and does not leak onto your battery. 1. Place the silicone gasket back over the center chimney, pressing it down firmly until it sits flush against the plastic rim. 2. Align the mouthpiece with the top of the pod. 3. Press down on the mouthpiece until you hear a distinct click, indicating the locking tabs have re-engaged. ### Step 5: Prime the Coil Do not use the pod immediately after refilling. The ceramic heating element needs time to absorb the new oil.

1. Let the refilled pod sit upright for 10 to 15 minutes. 2. Take a few dry pulls (inhaling through the pod without attaching it to the battery) to help draw the oil into the ceramic wick. --- ## How to Avoid Common Pitfalls and Damage * **Do not use heat directly on the pod:** While warming your oil syringe is helpful, applying direct heat to the plastic pod can warp the casing, ruin the seals, and cause permanent leaking. * **Avoid the center tube:** Accidening pouring oil down the central metal chimney will flood the coil. This leads to spitback, gurgling, and restricted airflow. If oil enters the chimney, clear it by inserting a thin paper towel sliver down the tube to absorb the excess. * **Do not over-tighten or force parts:** If the mouthpiece does not click back into place easily, check that the silicone gasket is seated entirely flat.

--- ## Important Limitations of Refilling Pods While refilling allows you to reuse the hardware, these pods are not designed to last indefinitely. The ceramic coil and cotton wick inside the pod degrade with every use. Over time, residue builds up on the heating element, resulting in a burnt taste and reduced vapor production. Generally, a single pod can be refilled one to three times before the flavor quality drops significantly or the seals begin to fail. If you notice a persistent burnt flavor, leaking from the bottom metal contacts, or highly restricted airflow, it is time to discard the pod.