Let's say you're at a picnic, you take a puff, and something's off. Maybe it gurgles, maybe it tastes burnt, maybe it just doesn't hit right. Don't panic. Here's the troubleshooting script I give everyone.

Gurgling? That's usually a bit of liquid in the airway. Hold the device upright, give it a few seconds, and take a slow, light draw. If it persists, you can gently tap the mouthpiece on a tissue to soak up excess.

Burnt taste? That's often because the wick dried out, especially if you haven't used it in a week. Shake it a few times, wait a minute, then try a slow puff. If it still tastes burnt, the coil is likely done. Disposables have a finite lifespan, and that's okay.

Weak hit? Check the airflow. Some devices have an adjustable airflow ring—if yours does, make sure it's open. If it's not adjustable, check that the mouthpiece isn't blocked.

If the device feels unusually hot or swollen, stop using it. That's not normal. Let it cool down, and if it doesn't return to normal, it's time to retire it safely.