NeXLIM 2: Screen shows 'SHORT' or short circuit warning
Written by Vape & E-Liquid Team Last updated
The screen displays 'SHORT' and the device stops firing. This is the built-in short circuit protection cutting in to keep you safe.
Why this happens
- Dirt, e-liquid residue or condensation on the cartridge bottom contacts or the pod port electrode pins, causing a false or real short circuit
- A faulty or damaged cartridge creating an actual short circuit between contacts
- Using a non-OXVA cartridge that is not compatible with the device
How to fix it
- Remove the cartridge from the device.
- Take a clean, dry tissue and carefully wipe the metal contact on the bottom of the cartridge until it is free of any e-liquid, condensation or debris.
- Use a second clean tissue to wipe the electrode contact pins inside the pod port on the device itself, removing any residue.
- Reinsert the cartridge firmly and try firing again. If 'SHORT' clears, the dirty contacts were the cause.
- If the warning persists, try a different cartridge to rule out a fault with the original one. The manual specifically recommends using OXVA brand cartridges to avoid compatibility issues.
Replacement pods and coils
Worn pods and coils cause most of these faults. We stock the parts that fit the NeXLIM 2.
Other NeXLIM 2 problems
- Device not turning on You press the fire button and nothing happens. The device shows no lights and produces no vapour.
- Screen shows 'NO POD' or device not detecting the pod The screen displays 'NO POD' and the device will not fire. The pod is physically seated in the device but is not being recognised.
- Screen shows 'TEMP HIGH' or device feels hot The screen displays 'TEMP HIGH' and the device stops firing or feels warm to the touch. This is a built-in safety protection triggered when the internal circuit board temperature gets too high.
- Screen shows 'TIMEOUT' and device stops firing The screen displays 'TIMEOUT' and the device stops producing vapour mid-puff. This happens when a single puff runs longer than 8 seconds.
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