What does it mean if my vape pen blinks 3 times?
a short circuit
Certain batteries will flash 3 times to indicate a short circuit. Most standard e-cig batteries will have what’s called short circuit protection, so when there is a short and you press the fire button it will just blink 3 times and then won’t do anything.
Why is my vape flashing 3 times and not working?
It’s common for some vape pen batteries to stop working because of a short circuit, and this is usually indicated with the light blinking 3 times. It can also mean there is a chance there is not a good connection being established with the vape cartridge and battery.
Blinks 3 times for short circuit and connection issues between the vape battery and coil. This typically means your coil is no longer working
How to fix vape pen blinking 3 times
Wrong Oil Cartridge
In the case of a low-resistance oil cartridge, either you switch out the mismatched part for one that is compatible, or you upgrade your device to fit the part you want to use.
A Loose Battery
Unscrew the battery and re-screw it back in to make sure everything is firmly connected.
A Stuck Activation Button
Simply take a wipe cloth or cotton swab and clean out the area around the button.
Activation of Safety Features
Most vape pens are equipped with certain safety features that will lead to a blinking display light