Why Is My Geek Bar Not Charging
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1- Preface2- What could be causing the charging problem?
3- Troubleshooting Steps
4- Solutions and Precautions
1- Preface
The vape market is changing fast, but the Geek Bar has established a comfortable corner for itself. It's popular owing to an elegant design user - friendly interface and portability between vapers on - the - go. But just like all electronic devices it is not free from technical glitches. To help you understand your Geek Bar better below are the answers to the most frequently asked questions on Geek Bar. For those that use their own Geek Bar for their daily vape, this can be a significant hassle. The effective way to solve this issue is to understand the root cause of this issue.
2- What could be causing the charging problem?
The charging cable is most commonly the culprit when a Geek Bar wont charge. The cable can wear with normal use. Repeatedly being bent twisted or jammed into a pocket or bag alongside other items can cause fraying. If the internal wires of a wire are exposed or damaged the electrical current cannot pass through it smoothly. So if you have been carelessly tossing your charging cable in your bag along with keys and pens the cable has definitely been damaged in some way. You may be able to tell if the cable is the culprit with a quick visual inspection for signs like exposed wires or a frayed outer sheath.
The Geek Bar itself can be the source of headache with the charging port. If the plug remain unwashed/travelling over a long period of time dust or small particles can accumulate in the port. As a result, this debris can become a physical barrier preventing the charging cable from properly connecting. Also if something has dropped the device a few times, the charging port might be damaged. A Geek Bar dropped could bend or break the pins inside the charging port and may make the device unable to receive a charge.
The Geek Bar comes with a rechargeable battery that cannot be used indefinitely. Every battery has a specific number of charge - discharge cycles. The repeated charge-and-discharge causes the battery to lose its ability to hold a charge over time. Over time it might get to the point that it cannot hold a charge at all. A further potential battery - related failure is a malfunction in the battery management system. This system controls the charge and discharge operations. Hardware malfunctions of the system, or software bugs can cause the battery management system to get out of whack with the ordinary charging process.
The power source you are using to charge your Geek Bar may also be responsible for the situation. If you are using an old computer's USB port, it may not provide enough voltage or current. In fact, older USB ports are designed to have a lower power output which won't work for some of the newer vaping devices (like the Geek Bar). So can a defective wall adapter. An adapter that supplies an incorrect voltage also prevents the device from charging,but can do long - term damage to the battery as well.
3- Troubleshooting Steps
To see it, we will start by inspecting the charging cable visually as mentioned earlier. Check if there is any damage like kinks cuts or exposed wires. The easiest way to identify a faulty cable, if you pin not being the one in question, is to simply try a different cable. Most Geek Bars use a generic USB - C cable, so one can easily borrow or buy a replacement. If the Geek Bar begins to charge using the new cable, the old cable was indeed at fault!
If you have this kind of charging port dust in it, then clean it with a small dry and clean brush like a toothbrush. Carefully clean out any debris that may have formed in the port. You have to be very careful not to move the debris further in, or damage delicate pins on the inside. If the charging port looks physically damaged examine the damage. Small possible damage can be repaired but bigger damage may cause you to go to repair or even discard.
If you suspect a battery issue check the battery status as Displayed by the indicator light if there is one on your Geek Bar model. If the light does not something at all when you are trying to charge the device could be a dead or defective battery. But if the device has been idle for a while the battery may have become fully drained, so it can take a while before the charging process starts showing signs of life.
Test using an alternative power source If you were plugging it into a computers USB port use a wall adapter. Until then, make sure to use a wall adapter rated for the correct voltage and current of your Geek Bar. You know this from your devices user manual. Plug in the Geek Bar with the new power source and if it charges then the original power source is to blame.
4- Solutions and Precautions
Once you have established the charging cable is indeed defunct investing in a replacement of the high - quality is worth it. To do this, make sure you are using a Geek Bar compatible charging cable. You'll also want to stay away from cheap-generic-no-name cables, which may not even pass electrical standards. This could result in not only charging problems, but also your device could be damaged if using a substandard cable.
If the charging port is damaged and your device is still under warranty contact the manufacturer or retailer where it was purchased. They can assist you with the warranty claim process. You can find a local electronics repair shop if the device is out of warranty. Do however keep in mind that a major repair can be expensive. Sometimes purchasing a brand new Geek Bar will be more cost - effective.
If you can't replace the battery yourself, when this process reaches its end - and your device allows for this - consider buying a new battery from an authorized source. If the battery is not user - replaceable, you may be forced to think about getting a new device. Good charging habits can help you not to face premature battery failure in future. Geek Bars should not be overdosed or underdosed. Plug it in when it has low battery but not completely dead, and unplug it as soon as it's charged.
Always use a compatible charger for your Geek Bar. If you are using a wall adapter, ensure that it is an original brand adapter or a high-quality third-party adapter that is compatible with your device settings. When using a computers USB port, make sure the port is capable of providing the required power. Some of the best laptops which come with high - power USB ports are charged for devices such as the Geek Bar.
A Geek Bar that doesn't charge can be a weird problem with multiple causes. The troubleshooting steps and solutions outline above will help you known if you are doing anything wrong and what you should do next! Whether it's a simple fix, like replacing a charging cable, or a more tedious task, such as solving a defective battery or a charging port, knowing what went wrong and how to fix it can put your Geek Bar back on the road. This is, of course, if you are aware that proper care and maintenance of your vaping device is crucial to avoiding further problems. Keep your device clean, use the right charging accessories and don't subject it to extreme conditions. This will increase both the longevity of your Geek Bar and a smooth vape experience.
Table of Contents Review
1- Preface2- What could be causing the charging problem?
3- Troubleshooting Steps
4- Solutions and Precautions
