Frequently Asked Questions About Electronic Cigarette

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Q: What is an Electronic Cigarette?

A: An electronic device that provides the sensation and satisfies the cravings of smoking a tobacco cigarette whilst containing none of the carcinogens or tar found in a traditional cigarette.

An Electronic Cigarette may also be referred to as an E-Cigarette, E-Cig or an Nicotine Inhaler.

Q: How does a Electronic Cigarette fulfill the needs of a smoker?

A: The cartridges can contain nicotine which satisfies the users cravings, alongside inhaling and exhaling of the tobacco flavored smoke like vapor and the glowing end of the electronic cigarette, the user feels like they are smoking and gets all the benefit of smoking a tobacco cigarette without the bad side effects.

Q: Are Electronic Cigarettes healthier than tobacco cigarettes?

A: Yes, because the cartridges contain nicotine and not the 4000+ chemicals and cancer causing elements produced when burning tobacco. Cartridges produce a tobacco flavoured smoke like vapour as well as nicotine content which is comparable to tobacco cigarettes.

Q: Are they legal to smoke in public places?

A: ...
... Yes they are completely legal to smoke anywhere, the Health Act of 2006 states ”Smoking includes being in possession of lit tobacco or of anything lit which contains tobacco or being in possession of any other lit substance in a form in which it could be smoked”. As the electronic cigarette is not lit, contains no tobacco and no smoke is produced it does not fall under this law.

Q: Can I use Electronic Cigarettes as well as tobacco cigarettes?

A: Yes you can, it’s up to you. You can choose to cut out tobacco completely and only use Electronic Cigarettes, or to try cutting down your nicotine intake and possibly stopping smoking altogether by reducing the nicotine strength of the cartridge. You may choose to combine Electronic Cigarettes with the use of tobacco cigarette to just cut back on your tobacco intake or use when in situations that prohibit tobacco use. However we recommend that you leave at least 30mins between the use of either product.

Q: Can anyone use Electronic Cigarettes?

A: No, anyone under the age of 18 should not use electronic cigarettes. Nicotine is highly addictive, electronic cigarettes should not be used by non-smokers. Unless you have consulted a doctor about using products containing nicotine the following groups should not use electronic cigarettes:

Pregnant or breastfeeding women
Sufferers of heart diseases
Sufferers of high blood pressure
Individuals with weak or impaired immune systems
Those who are allergic to nicotine and nicotine-based products

The above list is not exhaustive, for further guidance see our Health and Safety page or consult your doctor before use.

Q: What do I get in a starter kit?

A: Your Electronic Cigarette starter kit contains everything you need to get you going, 1 Battery, 1 Atomizer, 1 USB charger, 5 High Nicotine Strength Tobacco Flavored Cartridges and an Instruction Leaflet.

Q: What do I get in a bundle saver?

A: Your Electronic Cigarette bundle saver contains everything you need to get you going and all the accessories you'll need when using your Electronic Cigarettes, 2 Batteries, 1 Atomizer, USB charger, 1 Mains Charger, 1 Car Charger, 10 High Nicotine Strength Tobacco Flavored Cartridges, 1 Carry Case and an Instruction Leaflet.

Q: Is using electronic cigarettes cheaper than smoking tobacco cigarettes?

A: Yes, you can expect savings of over 70%. Although the initial purchase of the electronic cigarette is more expensive than tobacco cigarettes, it is reused and the cartridges are replaced. Batteries and Atomizers require replacing periodically, but these are included in the over 70% savings.

Q: Are cartridges available in different and strengths?

A: Yes cartridges are available in four strengths high, medium, low and no nicotine.

Q: Can I use other manufacturer’s cartridges and accessories?

A: You are only guaranteed compatibility and quality if you purchase your cartridges and accessories from our website or one of authorized dealers.

Q: How long does a cartridge last?

A: A cartridge will last about the same as 10-13 tobacco cigarettes; this can vary from person to person.

Q: How long do the batteries last?

A: Batteries are considered to a consumable, they are guaranteed for 1 month. They will last for at least 250 charges, like all batteries they will be affected by over charging, temperature and usage. Batteries should be replaced when the time they hold charge for drop below a satisfactory level. Batteries can be purchased individually from our website. Use the savings calculator on our MONEY page to see how often you'll need to purchase a new battery.

Q: How long do the atomizers last?

A: Atomizers are considered to a consumable, they are guaranteed for 21 days. Usage and regular cleaning will determine the life of atomizers they should last between 1 and 6 months. Atomizers should be replaced when the amount of vapor drops below a satisfactory level even when a new cartridge and fully charged battery is used.

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