AERIS — Avoiding Excess Reclaim

Why excess reclaim happens

• Loading too much concentrate at once — concentrate overflows the atomizer cup
• Temperature too high — concentrate bubbles aggressively and splashes into the airpath
• Inhaling too hard — negative pressure pulls liquid up into the mouthpiece and body
• Not ending the session — unused vapor condenses into reclaim as it cools
• Infrequent cleaning — existing reclaim makes new buildup accumulate faster

How to prevent excess reclaim

1. 1
   Load less concentrate

   A rice-grain to pea-sized amount is ideal. Overloading is the most common cause of reclaim buildup. Less concentrate = cleaner vapor path.

2. 2
   Use lower temperatures

   Start with the Blue preset (425°F) or a custom temp in the app. High temperatures cause concentrate to vaporize violently and splash. Work up from lower temps to find your sweet spot.

3. 3
   Inhale slowly and steadily

   Take long, gentle draws. Inhaling hard pulls liquid out of the atomizer cup and into the airpath. Slow draws also produce better vapor.

4. 4
   End sessions promptly

   Press V once to end your session as soon as you've taken your hit. Unused vapor left in the airpath condenses into reclaim.

5. 5
   Swab after every session

   Use a dry cotton swab to wipe the atomizer cup while still warm. This removes residual concentrate before it hardens and builds up.

6. 6
   Clean every 25–50 sessions

   Regular deep cleaning with isopropyl alcohol prevents cumulative reclaim from restricting airflow and worsening buildup.

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