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How to Refill an IVG Smart 5500
It uses a prefilled, auto refilling pod system, so you fit a fresh refill pod rather than bottle filling. How to top it up step by step.
If you are wondering how to refill an IVG Smart 5500, the key thing to understand is how the device works. The current legal version is a rechargeable pod kit that uses a prefilled, auto refilling pod system, so you do not bottle refill it, you fit a fresh prefilled refill pod or container that feeds the tank. This guide explains how it works and how to keep it topped up, alongside our guide on refilling a Hayati Pro Ultra.
Quick answer
The IVG Smart 5500 is a rechargeable pod kit with a built in 2ml tank fed by a prefilled, auto refilling pod or container. You do not bottle refill it; instead you snap in a fresh compatible prefilled refill pod, which automatically tops up the tank. Prime the coil for a couple of minutes, then vape. Always follow the device instructions.
How the IVG Smart 5500 works
The IVG Smart 5500 is designed as a rechargeable, low mess pod kit. It has a built in 2ml tank with a mesh coil, kept topped up automatically by a prefilled refill pod or container of e liquid. Rather than filling a tank from a bottle, you fit a fresh prefilled refill component, and the auto fill system feeds liquid into the tank as you vape. It charges via USB C and uses 20mg nic salt.
IVG Smart 5500 at a glance
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type | Rechargeable pod kit, auto refilling |
| Tank | Built in 2ml with mesh coil |
| Refill | Fresh prefilled refill pod or container |
| Bottle refilling | Not designed for it |
| Charging | USB C; 20mg nic salt |
How to top it up
To keep it going, you fit a fresh compatible IVG refill pod or container when the e liquid runs out, rather than filling it from a bottle. Snap the prefilled refill component into place, let the coil prime for a couple of minutes so the wick soaks, then vape gently to start. Because it is an auto fill system, trying to force bottled e liquid in usually causes leaks and burnt hits, so stick to the proper refill pods.
You do not bottle refill an IVG Smart 5500. Snap in a fresh prefilled refill pod, let the coil prime for a couple of minutes, then vape. Use the proper refill pods, not bottled liquid.
Topping up an IVG Smart 5500
- Wait until the e liquid in the tank runs low
- Remove the spent refill pod or container
- Snap in a fresh compatible IVG prefilled refill pod or container
- Let the coil prime for a couple of minutes so the wick soaks
- Start with gentle puffs, keeping the device upright
Myths and facts
| Myth | The reality |
|---|---|
| You bottle refill an IVG Smart 5500 | No, it uses prefilled auto refilling pods; fit a fresh one rather than bottle filling. |
| It is a single use disposable | It is a rechargeable pod kit; single use disposables are banned in the UK. |
| Any e liquid bottle works | Use the proper compatible refill pods, not bottled liquid forced in. |
| No priming is needed | Let the coil prime for a couple of minutes after fitting a fresh pod. |
Frequently asked questions
How do I refill an IVG Smart 5500?
Fit a fresh compatible prefilled refill pod or container, which auto fills the built in tank. You do not bottle refill it.
Can I use my own bottled e liquid?
It is not designed for bottle refilling; forcing liquid in usually causes leaks and burnt hits, so use the proper refill pods.
Is it rechargeable?
Yes, it charges via USB C and is reusable, unlike a banned single use disposable.
Do I need to prime it?
Yes, after fitting a fresh refill pod, let the coil prime for a couple of minutes before vaping.
What strength is it?
It uses 20mg nicotine salt e liquid, the UK legal maximum strength.
The bottom line
To refill an IVG Smart 5500, you fit a fresh compatible prefilled refill pod or container rather than filling it from a bottle, because it is a rechargeable pod kit with an auto refilling system that feeds a built in 2ml tank. Snap in the fresh refill component, let the coil prime for a couple of minutes, then start with gentle puffs. It is not designed for bottle refilling, so stick to the proper refill pods, and remember single use disposables are banned, so buy only compliant products.
More help and related reading
If this guide raised other questions, the Help and Guidance library has plain English answers to many more. The closely related pages below are worth a look, and you can always return to the main hub to browse every topic we cover. If you are unsure about your device or how to use it, our team is always happy to help.
- How to refill a Hayati Pro Ultra
- How to prime a vape coil properly
- Are disposable vapes banned in the UK?
- Browse the full Help and Guidance library
Key things to remember
- It is a rechargeable, auto refilling pod kit
- You fit a fresh prefilled refill pod, not bottle fill
- A built in 2ml tank is fed automatically
- Prime the coil for a couple of minutes
- Use the proper refill pods only
Why it is designed this way
The auto refilling design is what makes the IVG Smart 5500 feel as easy as an old disposable while being reusable and legal. The prefilled refill pod feeds the built in tank automatically, so you get the low mess convenience of a disposable with the benefit of a rechargeable, refillable device. That convenience is exactly why it is not built for bottle refilling.
Trying to force bottled e liquid into a system designed for prefilled pods usually backfires, with leaks, flooding and burnt hits. If you want the freedom to use any bottled e liquid, a true refillable pod kit with an open fill port is a better fit, and our team can suggest one.
Auto fill versus open refill
| System | How it works |
|---|---|
| IVG Smart 5500 (auto fill) | Prefilled pod feeds the tank |
| Topping up | Swap in a fresh refill pod |
| Bottle refilling | Not designed for it |
| Open refillable kit | Fill port for any compliant liquid |
| Best for bottles | A true refillable pod kit |
A few more questions
Can I buy just the refill pods?
Yes, compatible IVG refill pods or containers are sold separately, which is how you keep the device topped up.
Do and don’t
Do
- Use fresh compatible prefilled refill pods
- Let the coil prime for a couple of minutes
- Keep the device upright while it settles
- Recharge it via USB C
Try not to
- Force bottled e liquid into it
- Use incompatible or non compliant pods
- Vape hard immediately after a pod swap
- Treat it as a single use disposable
Getting the best from it
A few habits keep the IVG Smart 5500 performing well. Swap in a fresh refill pod before the tank runs completely dry, so the wick never fires dry, and always give a new pod a couple of minutes to prime before vaping. Keeping the device upright and the contacts clean helps the auto fill system work smoothly.
Recharging via USB C before the battery is flat, rather than letting it die completely, also helps the device last. Treating it as the reusable kit it is, rather than a throwaway, is the whole point of the post ban design and keeps running costs down.
Best practice
| Habit | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Swap pods before fully dry | Avoids dry, burnt hits |
| Prime new pods | Smooth first puffs |
| Keep upright and contacts clean | Reliable auto fill |
| Recharge before flat | Healthier battery |
| Reuse the device | Lower running cost |
More questions answered
Why does it taste burnt after a new pod?
You may have vaped before the coil primed; let a fresh pod soak for a couple of minutes first.
Is it more economical than disposables?
Reusing the rechargeable device and buying refill pods is generally cheaper and less wasteful than single use products.
A quick word on safety and the law
Vaping and nicotine products are intended for adult smokers and existing vapers as a less harmful alternative to cigarettes. They contain nicotine unless stated otherwise, which is addictive, and they are not suitable for non smokers, pregnant women or anyone under 18. By law you must be 18 or over to buy vaping products in the UK, and we age verify every order. If you want to stop using nicotine altogether, your local stop smoking service offers free, tailored support.
UK public health bodies advise that vaping is substantially less harmful than smoking, but it is not risk free, and if you do not smoke the advice is not to start.
Devices vary by version, so always follow the instructions for your specific device. Single use disposable vapes are banned in the UK, so buy only legal, compliant products.
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