The Fryd brand has become a leader in almost every segment of the vaping industry over the last couple of years, and disposable vapes are some of the brand’s most important products. The Fryd vape contains 17 ml of e-liquid and lasts up to 12,000 puffs, and its incredible longevity is made possible by the fact that it has a rechargeable battery.
Ordinarily, recharging the Fryd disposable is easy. When the battery indicator reaches “0,” you simply connect the device to your computer with a USB-C cable to start the charging sequence. Charging the Fryd vape takes less than an hour – and when that’s done, you’re ready to resume vaping.
Things don’t always go as they should with disposable vapes, though, and you may occasionally encounter a Fryd vape that doesn’t charge. If that’s the situation you’re dealing with now, you’re in the right place because we’re going to help you fix it.
The Fryd disposable is a fairly simple device. If it’s not charging, there are only four possible causes for the problem: the cable, the power source, the charging port and the battery. We’ll walk you through troubleshooting those four things and explain what you need to do to get your device charging properly.
Replace the Charging Cable
Any time you have a vape that’s not charging – whether it’s a Fryd disposable or something else – replacing the charging cable is the first thing you should do. If you’re like most people, it’s likely that you grab your USB cables by the wires and not by the connectors when you disconnect them. The problem is that although USB cables seem durable on the outside, their internal connections aren’t particularly strong at all. Eventually, a cable that’s connected and disconnected in this fashion every day will start to develop internal frays. That can cause the cable to stop transferring power reliably, which is probably the problem you’ve encountered. If your Fryd vape isn’t charging, using a different USB cable will probably fix the problem.
Try a Different Power Source
Having a problematic or unreliable power source can also potentially cause your Fryd vape not to charge. Hopefully, you’re already trying to charge the device with your computer because that’s always the most reliable way to charge a vape. If that’s not working, try charging the device with another computer or moving the charging cable to a different USB port.
If you don’t have another computer to try, you can also charge your Fryd disposable with a wall charger that has a 5-volt, 1-amp output. Don’t try to charge your Fryd vape with a “quick charging” adapter for a mobile phone because the higher charging current could potentially cause the battery to overheat.
Clean the Charging Port
Don’t forget that even if the power source and charging cable are in perfect condition, you still won’t be able to charge your Fryd vape if there’s something preventing power from transferring to the battery. You probably carry the Fryd disposable in your pocket when you aren’t using it, and there’s a good chance that it’s going to collect some lint and dust along the way. Check the charging port with a flashlight. If you see anything in there, it’s time to give the port a good cleaning.
There are two easy ways to clean a USB-C port.
- You can blow the dust out with a can of compressed air.
- You can scrape the contaminants away with a toothpick.
Once you’ve removed the item(s) blocking the port, your device should charge normally.
Replace the Fryd Vape
If you’ve gone through all of the steps in this article and still can’t get your Fryd disposable to charge, it’s possible that there’s a critical issue with the battery or with the device itself. Like all disposable vapes, Fryd disposables should be thoroughly tested before leaving the factory. There’s still a tiny chance of getting a dud, though, and that may have happened to you.
Assuming you’re using a brand-new vape and that it’s never charged successfully, the retailer will most likely allow you to return it. However, they may want you to test the replacement device and confirm that it works before you leave the store.
Charging the Fryd Vape: FAQ
Do you have any other questions about charging the Fryd disposable that we haven’t answered in this guide? Here are some frequently asked questions and their answers.
- Why doesn’t the Fryd vape include a charging cable?
- Including a cable with every Fryd vape would be wasteful since you only need one. It would also increase the cost of the device, and people expect disposable vapes to be very affordable.
- What’s the battery capacity of the Fried vape?
- The Fryd disposable has a battery capacity of 600 mAh. Most people will find the battery sufficient for all-day vaping, and it takes just a bit over a half hour to recharge.
- What type of charging port does the Fryd disposable have?
- The Fryd vape has a USB-C charging port, which helps to maximize the device’s charging speed.
- How long does the Fryd vape last between charges?
- You should find that the Fryd disposable will give you many hours of vaping between charges if you vape at an average pace. Most people will find that they only need to charge the device once per day.
- How can you make the Fryd vape last longer between charges?
- Try to avoid chain vaping, which can cause the battery to become hot and drain its charge more quickly. Each time you hit your vape, wait several seconds for it to cool off before hitting it again.
- How can you make the Fryd vape last longer before running out of e-liquid?
- Make sure that you only use your Fryd disposable when you actually need the nicotine. Try puffing on it no more than about 200-300 times per day, which is the same amount of cigarette puffs that you’d take per day as a smoker.
