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Berkey® Users Manual

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© 2012 Berkey Blue All Rights Reserved

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Summary of Contents for Big Berkey

Page 1: ...Berkey Users Manual Presented by 2012 Berkey Blue All Rights Reserved ...

Page 2: ...ethod Priming PF 2 Fluoride Water Filters Cleaning and Operation Cleaning the Berkey Purification System Cleaning the Black Berkey Filters Household Cleaning Instructions Field Cleaning Instructions Operation Tips Replacing the Black Berkey Elements Replacing the PF 2 Filter Elements Red Food Coloring Filter Test Berkey Warranty General Warranty Information Black Berkey Pro Rated Warranty ...

Page 3: ...e to check for any shipping damage pay particularly close attention to the Black Berkey elements for damage Quantity Description 1 Upper Water Chamber Depending on the model purchased it will have from 2 to 8 holes in the bottom 1 Lower Water Chamber Has one hole in the side near the bottom 1 Lid 1 Knob Black plastic with screw 1 Black Plastic Spigot with nut 1 Spigot washers one convex white wash...

Page 4: ...ments 7 If you have purchased the optional PF 2 filter elements prime those according to the directions details below otherwise skip to Step 9 Once primed thread each PF 2 onto the stem of a Black Berkey element protruding from the bottom of the upper chamber Only thread the PF 2 for a maximum of eight revolutions onto the Black Berkey s stem to prevent internal damage to the PF 2 filter Once inst...

Page 5: ... through them properly When your elements arrive they are dry and air is trapped within the micro fine pores Use the following procedure to prime your elements for use Step 1 Place the washer and wing nut onto the Black Berkey element as shown Press the tan colored rubber priming button onto the stem of the Black Berkey purification element with the small end facing the element Step 2 Place the st...

Page 6: ...w the exterior wall of the element to sweat beads of water for about 5 seconds Step 5 And rinse the dust fines from the exterior of the Black Berkey purification element Note Do not discard the Priming Button but save it for future use such as re priming the elements after cleaning if the elements have dried out or if re priming is necessary when traveling ...

Page 7: ...ottle water or purify the water with chlorine Purifying Water Drops of Chlorine Per Pint Quart Gallon 2 drops 4 drops 16 drops Step 1 Place black washer onto the elements stem next thread the plastic nut onto the stem as if you where installing the element in your filter but only until the tip of the stem protrudes slightly through the other side of the nut Place the tan colored Priming Button on ...

Page 8: ...ons or the core of the filter could be damaged 1 With the blue caps in place wash the exterior of each PF 2 fluoride element with water and a mild dish washing soap 2 With clean hands remove the blue caps from both ends of each filter element 3 Place the tan colored rubber priming button against one end of the PF 2 filter making sure to align the hole of the filter with the hole of priming button ...

Page 9: ...il water is clear This filter is now properly 7 Prime each PF 2 element of your system as described above 6 Turn the PF 2 filter over and pri water runs clear from both ends Hint When you think the filters are primed get a clear glass and flush both ends again into the glass to check for cloudiness and insure prope primed and ready to install ...

Page 10: ...referably store them temporarily in a clean plastic bag If your source water contains harmful pathogens be sure to add about 16 drops of regular bleach per gallon of cleaning water If your source water is particularly fouled it is recommended to run a filter cycle or two in your Berkey and set this water aside for use in washing out the unit If you are still unsure if the water is good add chlorin...

Page 11: ...y have to infrequently clean your filter elements On the other hand if it is extremely cloudy or turbid then the elements may have to be scrubbed weekly or even daily to maintain a proper flow rate To sum it up you should clean your elements when ever the flow rate of your filter is not meeting your current water demands Household Cleaning Instructions 1 Empty the water from both chambers of your ...

Page 12: ...tem it is now ready for service Operation Tips If the system is left to stand for more than 3 days it is recommended that any water left in the lower chamber be run to waste as well as the new water that is purified during the first 1 minute to also be run to waste When installing purification elements for the first time or replacing used elements always prime and condition the new purification el...

Page 13: ...g the number of filters inyour system by 3 000 2 Next keep a track of how many times you need to refill the upper chamber inone week Now multiply the number of refills by the capacity in gallons of your particular system e g the Berkey Light system is 2 75 gallons to determine Total Gallons Used per Week 3 Divide the Total Gallons Filtered by Total Gallons Used Per Week the result will tell you ho...

Page 14: ...forward from the date when you purchased your system Red Food Coloring Filter Test You can run a Filter Test by filling the upper chamber with water and adding a tablespoon of red food coloring for every gallon of water in your upper chamber If the red food coloring is removed entirely your filtration system is working properly If there is any trace of red in your filtered water check to make sure...

Page 15: ...stomer s expense The laws of the State of Texas USA will govern any disputes regarding this warranty or claim made This warranty which is given expressly in lieu of all warranties expressed or implied or merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose constitutes the only warranty made by New Millennium Concepts Ltd Berkey Blue makes no warranty express or implied regarding any material and w...

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