Fluxer Heaters Flite 3S User manual

Flite 3S 18350 Powered Induction Heater
Quick Start Guide
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Thank you for purchasing a Flite™ induction heater! Flite packs a lot of functionality into its
small size. This is an overview of the most important info.
18350 Battery Requirements:
• 3x matching 18350 batteries
• Flat top
• Unprotected/high discharge (CDR >= 9A)
• 1100+ mAh capacity recommended. 900 mAh is serviceable, less than 900 mAh capacity
not recommended
Flite has an on-board battery management system that includes balanced charging, low voltage
cut off, reverse polarity protection, and over voltage protection.
Battery Charging in Unit:
To charge the Flite’s batteries in place, attach a 12.6VDC charging adapter (2.1mm x 5.5mm
center positive tip) to the Flite’s DC port.
Suggested charge rate: 12.6VDC@1A. Charge status is managed by the charging adapter.
To use the Flite:
1. Slide Flite’s power switch to Pulse or Full, as desired. Pulse/PWM operation is explained
below.
2. Insert the Dynavap into the coil and either press the cap to the two contacts to activate
the heater, or press the push button on the side if present. If pressing the cap against
the switch contacts, press lightly to moderately; do not grind or use excessive force!
3. Remove when the Dynavap clicks, or to taste.
Cap-as-Switch™ suggestions for best results:
• Press lightly to moderately to activate; do not grind the cap against the contacts or use
excessive force!
• If you’re having trouble making a good connection, rotate the cap a few degrees and try
again. When you do make a good connection, note the position of the digger so you can
return the cap to this spot in the future.
• Clean caps connect better. Use isopropyl alcohol to clean the end of your cap.
NOTE: The cap-as-switch feature is new to the Flite. If you decide you don’t like it, Fluxer
Heaters will be glad to convert your cap-as-switch heater to a push button heater for the
cost of postage. Email [email protected] for more info.

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What is Pulse Width Modulation (PWM)?
Pulse width modulation (PWM) regulates power to a device by turning it on and off a number
of times per second. Flite uses a low frequency PWM, with a pulse rate of less than 20 Hz, or
less than 20 times per second. This is considered slow.
Looking at the pulses individually, each pulse is actually a pair of individual on/off events, also
referred to as a “duty cycle.” In the following examples, the up waves = DEVICE ON and the
down waves = DEVICE OFF:
On the Flite, PWM duty cycle is set via the PWM trim pot adjustment wheel. Look for the small
arrow on the wheel to note its position, as below:
50% Duty Cycle: 75% Duty Cycle: 25% Duty Cycle:
50% on ; 50% off 75% on ; 25% off 25% on ; 75% off
Use PWM to enhance flavor and extraction
Note: Expect a small learning curve to get the most from this feature.
PWM intentionally interrupts the heating process. These interruptions extend the time needed
to heat a vapcap until it clicks, which in turn allows the contents of the vapcap more time to
vaporize. The longer, slower heating time typically produces more vapor and/or more flavor,
depending on how one sets the trim wheel. Other factors such as your tip material and your
batteries’ charge status will also affect PWM results.

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With PWM it is possible to achieve full extraction in 1-2 heating cycles. It’s also possible to
combust in 1-2 heating cycles with PWM, so use some caution, and be aware that sometimes
you may need to pull before the click due to the higher temps PWM can generate.
NOTE: PWM is NOT efficient! PWM uses more energy than full power.
Keep this in mind when using PWM.
Suggestions for best PWM results:
• Use PWM on the first or second heating cycle for the most impressive results.
• Ti and SS tips behave differently at lower duty cycle positions (e.g., <40% DC), with SS
getting hotter. The greater mass of SS accepts the heat more readily when it is delivered
as a slow pulse.
• PWM is inefficient, as noted.
• You may find that PWM heats more intensely as the battery depletes, due to the even
slower heating time.
• Flite is sturdy and can tolerate extended PWM sessions of >30 seconds, though note
that such longer heating events consume a lot of battery life.
• You can adjust the PWM on the fly, mid-use, if desired.
• Some amount of “chatter” and/or “noise” is common when using PWM, especially with
the cap-as-switch.
• The PWM timing mechanism is analog, not digital, and is based on the charge/discharge
rate of a capacitor. This is why PWM doesn’t always adhere to a steady beat.
Safety:
The Flite has several internal safety mechanisms, including electrical and thermal power fuses:
• The electrical circuit is protected by 9A PTC fuses. The fuses trip when they sense a short or
excess current draw. They reset when power is cycled off/on.
• The thermal fuse (the black rectangle touching the coil) is rated to 110°C. It will open if it
senses a temperature in excess of that, temporarily stopping power to the relay and circuit
triggering mechanism. This fuse may be reset by cycling the power off and back on after it
has cooled below its trigger temperature, a process that typically takes 30-60 seconds.
External power supply WARNING: Your Flite is designed to be run from 3x 18350 batteries
ONLY! DO NOT use a mains-powered PSU as the more efficient power supply may damage
the Flite!!!!! The Flite’s very small circuit doesn’t have the necessary capacitance to meet the
power demands of a mains-powered PSU!

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Coil Height Adjustment:
Flite’s heating cycle can be altered by raising or lowering the position of the heating coil.
Like other Fluxer Heating devices, the position of the bottom loop of the Flite’s heating coil
relative to the tip of the vapcap is critical to the length of time it takes your vapcap to click.
Raising the bottom loop of the coil up, above the position of the vapcap’s tip, will increase
the time it takes the vapcap to click, while lowering it decreases the time to click. Altering this
distance by as little as 1mm or 2mm can make a noticeable difference in your Dynavap user
experience!
No gap = quickest to click, In the middle = Large gap = slowest to click,
the coolest position typical performance the hottest position
Adjust the coil using the same procedure described in this video: “Flux Deluxe coil height
adjustment procedure and demo,” https://youtu.be/QYlfpyd3NHA
YouTube link:
If the coil needs to be re-centered after adjustment, use a Sharpie or similar non-metallic, non-
Dynavap object to reposition the coil relative to the heater. The copper coil wire is soft and
does not require much force to move.
Warranty: Your Flite includes a 12 month warranty on parts and labor. Please contact
[email protected] with issues and/or questions.
Thank you for purchasing a Flite portable induction heater from Fluxer Heaters! I hope it
brings you much enjoyment!
Nothing fluxes like a Fluxer!™