How to Put Together Berkey Water Filter | Cleaning, priming black filters, assembly, Berkey tips

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Now that you have your Berkey water system, you're probably wondering how to put it together! I have this detailed video going step-by-step with you. I suggest watching before you even put it together, and then watching WHILE you put it together. Please leave me any questions below!
💝Malori
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TIMESTAMPS:
5:28 - Cleaning the Berkey
7:41 - Cleaning and priming the black filters
13:27 - Assembling the Berkey
17:56 - Red dye test
19:33 - Attaching fluoride filters
21:47 - Where to put your Berkey
22:29 - Filling up your Berkey
24:12 - FAQ and overview
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@jeanroeder5534 3 года назад

Berkey should hire you as their demonstrator. Very clear/complete instructions. 👏👏👏

@blackriflehomestead 3 года назад

Aw well thank you for such a wonderful compliment! I appreciate that.

@jessalynmendez 3 года назад

I agree!

@SusanIacuessa 2 года назад

I agree, she does a great job !!!

@shoutingatclouds1050 Год назад

Berkey water filters don't remove fluoride or Aluminum. Right

@jlf6803 6 месяцев назад

Now I finally understand

@sabrinakingsley798 Год назад

Highest quality review I have seen in years, thank you

@blackriflehomestead 5 месяцев назад

You’re welcome!!

@dangerousjordan1 3 года назад

Watching this video as I assemble a berkey for my wife and never before have I wanted to go drink from a garden hose. Life is scary. Water is dangerous. But now ours isn't I guess. Thank you for the video it was way better than the instructions that came with it.

@blackriflehomestead 3 года назад

Thank you so much for the compliment! Much appreciated and I'm glad it was helpful. :)

@shirleylake7738 3 года назад

Thank you for the professional lesson on the construction and operation of the Berkey. You are a good teacher!

@blackriflehomestead 3 года назад

Aw thank you so much! I'm glad it was helpful! :)

@ag8teer 5 месяцев назад

Absolutely a God-send instructional! Thank you So Much!!

@blackriflehomestead 5 месяцев назад

Glad it was helpful!

@vancolucci5949 8 месяцев назад

I looked through several sites and I finally found your video with clear instructions that I needed. Thank you!

@blackriflehomestead 5 месяцев назад

You're welcome! Glad it was helpful!

@judithmata4568 Месяц назад

Generally good demo. I have been using Berkey's since 2008m and can to check how to prime a new one the I have had in closet for over. year. Interesting using the black pump to pre the filters. The blue tube works very quickly. Water coming from the tap , not full force, purges through the filter, and within about a minute water appears toned on the surface of the filter. I then allow it to run for about another minute to make sure the filter is primed. so I find the blue tube takes about 2-3 minutes max, including putting together. Just need to use the faucet. NO need to fill up a whole bucket, and then that water is tossed (or use to water plants!) . I prime mine about every 6 months. WE use for drinking, cooking plants and pets. City water, and seems to work great. Enjoy your water!

@nikkiheat4027 3 года назад

Great instructional video! :) We ordered the Travel Berkey a couple of days ago, and am excited to receive, setup, and start filtering our city water. Our water occasionally smells like a fish tank or chlorine, so we're looking forward to drinking clean and healthy water from our new Berkey. We've had under the counter 4-stage RO systems for years, but it's not fun changing the filters, plus it was getting old and starting to leak. We were going to replace it at a cost of $500 for the new RO system and the plumber, but we saw a RU-vid video on the Berkey systems and decided to give it a try. Plus, it’s portable so we can put it on the table or travel with it! :) Again, great video!

@blackriflehomestead 2 года назад

Awesome!! My parents also had a RO system for awhile but yeah, Berkey is so much better! (They also have a Berkey.) It's so great to travel with too! Thanks for the compliment too :)

@catherinerouse1319 5 месяцев назад

Excellent communication. Thankyou!❤

@magdalenaortega9065 2 года назад

Excellent instructions! Your detailed video was so simple to follow and made setting up my new Berkey a breeze! 😊 Thanks so much!

@blackriflehomestead 2 года назад

I appreciate that a lot! You're welcome!

@nancyclay4504 3 года назад

Thank you so much for this video. It helped so much and I don't feel so frustrated now that I've watched your demo. I tried to put it together today without a manual, missing parts, and no instructions on how to prime.

@blackriflehomestead 2 года назад

I'm so glad it was helpful! :) It can be confusing at first!

@pleroma02 2 года назад

Finally, I get it!! - the PF2 is the fluoride filter which hangs down into the bottom tub and the black filter is above.

@REvans173 2 года назад

THANK-YOU - Im ADHA & Dyslexic and YOU Malori are INCREDIBLE --- Thank-you for clear easy "How Too" !!! You've make it ALL SO Easy!!!

@blackriflehomestead 2 года назад

Aww I really appreciate that!! I am so glad it was helpful for you! :) Please let me know if you have any other questions!

@lindarosser1829 2 года назад

You really did a great job demonstrating everything..so helpful bc we are deciding which one to get..so excited. Thank you.

@blackriflehomestead 5 месяцев назад

Thank you!

@lyndemarwick6634 3 года назад

Good speed and easy steps that encouraged me to setup and maintain properly

@blackriflehomestead 3 года назад

I'm so glad you found it helpful! :)

@laurenbradford6673 3 года назад

I just bought my Berkey today:) That’s great to clean the spigot and other parts like the bolts, washers etc., thanks for such a great video! So helpful and thorough😁

@blackriflehomestead 3 года назад

Thank you for watching and I'm glad it was helpful! Enjoy your Berkey! :)

@mpierce58alange59 Год назад

Great video. Thank you for sharing. I usually put the white plugs in before I put the black filters in. Seemed easier for me.

@blackriflehomestead 5 месяцев назад

Thanks for that tip!

@sandrakeizer9313 Год назад

Thank you so much. I made a valse start by install the Berkey, but thanks to your video, i made it. 🙏❤

@blackriflehomestead 5 месяцев назад

Yay!

@Nagap08 2 года назад

Bravo 👏 ! New subscriber here..I should have started watching your channel , instead of about 20 other reviewers of the @Berkey water purification system. You are the most thorough and effective and the best. Thanks 😊

@blackriflehomestead 2 года назад

I appreciate that so much! Thank you!!

@susieiacuessa4538 2 года назад

That was an awesome video !!! I wish I would’ve bought my Berkey through you I , I wish I would’ve seen your video before I purchased it. I had some problems with things I ordered that didn’t cone and it never was resolved . I didn’t see your video until a year and a half later after I bought my Berkey and I haven’t even been able to set up my berkey until right now a year and a half later anyways thank you so much for your video !!! Much appreciated !!! When I buy again, I will buy through you !!! 🥰 supporting small business is very important to me too !!!

@blackriflehomestead 2 года назад

Aw I appreciate those sentiments so very much!! Thank you! I'm so glad my video was helpful. Please let me know if you have any further questions!! :)

@suzettecalleja3122 2 года назад

Great job. Would liked to have seen you prep the other filters as well. Thank you 😊

@blackriflehomestead 2 года назад

Thanks! Are you talking about the fluoride filters? I recently did a video just on prepping and installing fluoride filters. :)

@suzettecalleja3122 2 года назад

@Black Rifle Homestead I will look it up. Thank you. I have heard recently that the new charcoal filters are not as good as the old ones. What do you think?

@elizabethschraeder8300 2 года назад

Thanks for this video, very clear! I learn better by watching so your video cleared up things I didn't understand from the instruction booklet

@blackriflehomestead 2 года назад

I'm so glad this was helpful! Thanks for leaving feedback. :)

@herbsforlyfe4521 2 года назад

You've save the day...I bought this since the beginning of October and was afraid I did the wrong thing and never touched it till today.

@blackriflehomestead 2 года назад

Aw I'm so glad it was that helpful!!

@MirjanAcademy 3 года назад

Thank you very much. I was so confused when i opened the package

@Gwen-joyful-light 3 года назад

Your tutorial was the best one out of all the many that I watched so thank you! :D

@blackriflehomestead 3 года назад

That makes me so glad!! Thank you for the feedback! :)

@iduvideo 7 месяцев назад

Very well done instructions!

@blackriflehomestead 5 месяцев назад

Thank you!

@genemartin6589 3 года назад

Fabulous presentation is much easier than reading lengthy instructions.

@blackriflehomestead 3 года назад

Thank you so much! I'm glad it was helpful. :)

@music5401able 8 месяцев назад

You were very helpful in your instructions and demonstration! Thank You! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

@blackriflehomestead 5 месяцев назад

I'm so glad! You’re welcome!

@oliverhutchinson5039 3 года назад

Great video. Just a quick tip; you are putting your plugs in backwards. Screw should stick out of the bottom.

@itsmeterri 3 года назад

Are you sure? I think it makes more sense her way I actually like them like that. Could there be problem if you do put them on backwards?

@martinhafner2201 2 года назад

@@itsmeterri The black filters have the silicone washer up in the wet area. From an engineering point of view, there is no reason to run the plugs differently, so washer on top, wingnut on bottom. Besides, it is better human engineering to put the wingnut out where it is easy to tighten it.

@lauramcginty4677 2 месяца назад

Really well done video! Thank you!

@mbula57 11 месяцев назад

👏 👏 good instructions.

@blackriflehomestead 5 месяцев назад

Thanks!

@pcfriese4570 3 года назад

Great job Malori, thanks for sharing! I got my Berkey water system yesterday and finally got it figured out how to assemble. Wish I had seen your video 1st! I did make the mistake of over filling the top tank, only to wake up to a wet floor and counter top! LOL! Mopped it up and now looking forward to filtered water.

@blackriflehomestead 2 года назад

I hope you're enjoying your Berkey! lol on the wet floor, I think everyone has made a mistake at one point or another of either over filling or leaving the spigot open!

@angiekrajewski6419 2 года назад

Thank you i am new to your Chanel. I do have a berkey for some years and just wanted to listen to what you say, you did a very very good job explaining. I live in France and know that i can order mine in France, unfortunately i will not be able to order them from the states anymore since, first with the pandamic they stop sending the berkeys to individuals and second they send the berkeys to their stores in europe only…so i regret not being able to help you by ordering anything through you Chanel .

@blackriflehomestead 2 года назад

Oh I appreciate the sentiments very much! Thank you for watching. Even though you can't buy through me I'm still glad this can be of help.

@marlenekelley8983 Год назад

What excellent instructions. You did a great job. Thank you.

@blackriflehomestead 5 месяцев назад

You’re welcome!

@diogenes34 3 года назад

Very clear and concise video I just got my Berkey and will follow your instructions and the instructions to come with the book I think they’re the same but I haven’t read that yet so thanks for your efforts.

@blackriflehomestead 2 года назад

I appreciate that a lot! Thanks for watching and I'm glad it was helpful! :)

@annwiseone 9 месяцев назад

Forget the hand priming pump...the blue attachment for a faucet works on (all )faucet ends (even mine and it has a huge bell end) and doing so is much faster and more complete with the water pressure vs hand pressure!

@blackriflehomestead 5 месяцев назад

Thanks for offering this tip!

@blaqfish 2 года назад

Thank you for sharing your knowledge. You were very helpful, I am a visual learner and you are what I needed. Thanks for you reassuring manner.

@blackriflehomestead 2 года назад

That makes me happy! Thank you so much and I'm glad it was helpful! :)

@WhatLauraLikes2018 2 года назад

SUCH a helpful video. Thank you!! I bought the pump based on your recommendation.

@blackriflehomestead 2 года назад

I'm so glad it was helpful! I hope the pump makes things easier. :)

@wayneb.6571 7 месяцев назад

Very well done video. Thank you very much.

@blackriflehomestead 5 месяцев назад

Glad you liked it!

@FoRU2nVnCSTuDioS 2 года назад

Awesome video! Thank you so much! Do you recommend installing only 2 berkey filters versus 4? Any advantages to installing 4 filters with 4 fluoride filters underneath? Thanks so much for all of your help!

@blackriflehomestead 2 года назад

Basically the advantage to having 4 filters is that the water will filter faster. No difference in how well it's filtered.

@michellemc4175 3 года назад

Very comprehensive tutorial. Thank you.

@blackriflehomestead 3 года назад

You're welcome! Glad it was helpful.

@andrewpicardi929 3 года назад

Excellent. Thank You. Excited to get my filter together

@blackriflehomestead 2 года назад

Thank you for the compliment!

@hindmansr 3 года назад

I've thought about buying a Berkey for some time now and finally broke down and purchased one -- it's on its way. Then I found this video which is very helpful--thank you! I have a few questions... 1) Is there a way to test the fluoride filters to see when they need to be replaced? Or how do you know to replace them? 2) I ordered the stainless steel spigot because I don't want the plastic. So how do you tell how much water is in the lower tank without the sight tool w/the plastic spigot? Are there any tricks for that? 3) Can I order filters from you, or do you just sell the Berkey itself? Thank you for your help.

@blackriflehomestead 3 года назад

Hi there! Yay I'm so glad you took the plunge! To answer your questions: 1) Fluoride filters typically need to be replaced once a year. Especially if it's been a year and filtering starts to slow down and other troubleshooting doesn't work (cleaning/priming the black filters, priming the fluoride filters), then it's probably time to replace. 2) I have the stainless steel spigot too. I know to refill once the water starts not coming out as quickly, pretty simple! 3) And yes, I will share my affiliate link below! Thank you for asking and thank you for supporting my small business! I really appreciate it. :) This link is not directly to the filters but as long as you follow this link, it's through me. www.berkeyfilters.com/collections/berkey-water-filter-systems?a_aid=5d52bab1e4410&a_bid=0227514c Please feel free to leave any more questions!

@ernasullivan9995 2 года назад

Very thorough instructions. Excellent!

@blackriflehomestead 2 года назад

Thank you! Glad it was helpful.

@confidenceoparaocha4226 3 года назад

You are amazing thank you. Berkey need to hire you.

@blackriflehomestead 3 года назад

What a nice compliment! Thank you! :)

@lisamarie236 3 года назад

Best video I have watched for this, thank you!

@blackriflehomestead 3 года назад

You're welcome! I'm so glad it was helpful! :)

@2LimeCrewDosLimones Год назад

I like when u said “pick a hole 🕳 “ @ 13:36

@myvoiceyourstory9338 Год назад

Thank you so so much this was beyond helpful . You’re awesome

@blackriflehomestead 5 месяцев назад

Aw thank you!

@libertybelle6507 2 года назад

Thank you very clear instructions better thank the package instructions excellent 😊

@blackriflehomestead 2 года назад

I appreciate that so much! :)

@brianhicks2657 3 года назад

Excellent video - well stated and easy to understand! Great job!

@blackriflehomestead 3 года назад

Thank you so much!

@carmenmoore6791 3 года назад

Thanks Alot! great explanation for my new Berkey.

@blackriflehomestead 3 года назад

You're welcome! :)

@masterchiefmasterchieflopez Год назад

great video

@blackriflehomestead 5 месяцев назад

Thanks!

@alinaplenko2221 Год назад

Thank you💌

@blackriflehomestead 5 месяцев назад

My pleasure!

@amandamuzechenko8160 2 года назад

Just bought one with your code! Can't wait to get it!

@blackriflehomestead 2 года назад

I appreciate that so much!! Thank you for your support!! :)

@zarlequan 3 года назад

Thank you so much! You are very informative. I appreciate your knowledge😊

@blackriflehomestead 3 года назад

You're so welcome! Thanks for the comment! :)

@sergiovalenti7255 3 года назад

Very helpful, thanks!

@blackriflehomestead 3 года назад

You're welcome! Thanks for the comment!

@commiesarehorrible7622 3 года назад

Just got my Berkey! 👍

@blackriflehomestead 3 года назад

Yay!

@lindablank5258 3 года назад

Thank you for this excellent instruction video! 👏🏻👏🏻👍💜

@blackriflehomestead 3 года назад

You're welcome! :)

@MarcellHobbs 3 года назад

Ha! Yes, I made the mistake of leaving my spigot open after tilting it to empty. Once was a good learning experience! 🤣

@blackriflehomestead 3 года назад

haha yep I've definitely made this mistake several times!

@jeaniemayor249 2 года назад

Ditto here🤣.

@Glowithin0 3 года назад

Excellent instructions! Thank you so much!

@blackriflehomestead 3 года назад

You're so welcome! I'm glad it was helpful! :)

@desinachrisafis3621 2 года назад

Enjoyed the video. Good job!

@blackriflehomestead 5 месяцев назад

Thanks!

@SusanIacuessa 2 года назад

Hi Malori, , I bought the Berkey like a year and a half ago and I haven’t been able to set it up but I just realized watching your video that I need the pump I didn’t get that so I would like to order one from you please.

@blackriflehomestead 2 года назад

I think we have chatted on Instagram! :)

@jenniferlenny9107 3 года назад

THANKS FOR YOUR HELP VERY MUCH INFORMATION.

@blackriflehomestead 3 года назад

You're welcome! I'm glad it was helpful. :)

@Jam_Bon 2 года назад

Thanks for the video!

@blackriflehomestead 2 года назад

You bet!

@ggebhard1 3 года назад

Thank you! You are great!

@blackriflehomestead 3 года назад

You're welcome! Glad it was helpful.

@u-jus-got-stocktonslapped5038 3 года назад

Thank you for this!!

@blackriflehomestead 2 года назад

You're welcome!

@AlexO7O4 3 года назад

Thank you this was very helpful

@blackriflehomestead 3 года назад

I'm so glad! Thanks for leaving a comment. :)

@AlexO7O4 3 года назад

@@blackriflehomestead :) you made this process very easy

@julianachandler2975 2 года назад

Nice job

@blackriflehomestead 2 года назад

Thank you!

@Bordashblades 5 месяцев назад

We have a burkey for my wife's shop as it is on city water. We're using the charcoal filter and the fluoride/arsenic filter. We don't like that the flouride filter is plastic-- is there another option?

@MC-dd8ls 2 года назад

Thank you sooooooooooooooooo much!

@blackriflehomestead 2 года назад

You're welcome!!

@MrBoxer1200 Год назад

We could have a fridge magnet compatetion.

@blackriflehomestead 5 месяцев назад

🤣

@green_willowtree 28 дней назад

So how exactly does the water get filtered? The filters just suck in the water and it drips down? Is there any risk of unfiltered water getting though? Did there a specific reason why the white nut and washer are backwards? Did berkey give any reasoning to this?

@alittleSouthernBrothers 3 года назад

we just got our Berky and the faucet i have wont allow me to use the little round attachment to prime my filters. Is there another way to do this>? I have set everything up and ran 3 gallon of water thru it. Is that enough or should i do more?

@blackriflehomestead 2 года назад

If you can't use the round attachment, did your Berkey kit come with a blue colored primer? If not, I'd contact Berkey about that. Or you can purchase the priming pump like I showed in the video. Once you prime them, then yes running 3 gallons through it once set up should be good!

@TheDanielmeeks Год назад

Question: I understand why we would go with the metal spout but I’m confused because the water seems to sit in and around the plastic fluoride filters and water is touching the plastic stops in the top drum as well. Am I missing something?

@blackriflehomestead 5 месяцев назад

This is a great point! I really have no answer for you.

@donnajaemoon Год назад

So is there no priming pump included inthe orinal packaging? Wrkr3 expected to fend for ourselves when it comes to priming? Thanks.

@blackriflehomestead 5 месяцев назад

No priming pump included but an adapter ring should come with it so you can use the faucet to prime.

@pleroma02 2 года назад

When I read my instructions, it says that the p2 filters will hang down into the lower reservoir, but you are showing to install the black filters in the upper tub. So confusing! I've had them hanging in the lower tub for a long time, now I think that was wrong.

@markwozniak1722 3 года назад

Do we have to remove the clear plastic wrap of each fluoride filter? I don't see the black arrows on your fluoride filters

@Prisonarchonrealm 3 года назад

Yes remove that's and rinse with water

@blackriflehomestead 3 года назад

Yes definitely remove the plastic wrap!

@slappadabass3290 6 месяцев назад

Plug screws were installed backwards. Probably doesn’t matter

@m.clinton8699 3 года назад

Did I miss the part about priming the fluoride filters?

@blackriflehomestead 3 года назад

I didn't show that but yes, the fluoride filters do need to be primed (run water through them from the tap) before being used. But do NOT use the red dye test with the fluoride filters! Only the black filters.

@nikkiheat4027 3 года назад

@@blackriflehomestead wow good to know, i would have ran the red dye through the black and fluoride filters too, thanks for the heads up :)

@lauolivia29 2 года назад

Please define "few years" 2, 4, 5?

@blackriflehomestead 2 года назад

Are you talking about how long the black filters last? If so, the specific amount of time depends on how hard or dirty the water you're filtering is.

@confidenceoparaocha4226 3 года назад

Awwww I would have loved to buy from you, but I live in the uk. Berkey does not deliver internationally so I have to buy from amazon uk. Just figuring out the size that I want and how to assemble it.

@blackriflehomestead 3 года назад

Aw bummer! I appreciate the thought! :) Sizing will depend on how many people in your family. The Big Berkey works for our family of 2 adults and 1 toddler but we eventually may need to upgrade to the Royal size.

@allanb2906 2 года назад

If you haven't already purchased I can advise that the Berkey is available in the UK via their subsidiary if you don't want to use Amazon. This provides additional consumer benefits.

@holistichealthcoach8577 2 года назад

@@allanb2906 Yes thank you I did buy from the uk subsidiary even the shower filter too. Am glad💃 thank you

@allanb2906 2 года назад

@@holistichealthcoach8577 Hi, can I ask if you also use the PF2 fluoride filters and if so do they displace a significant volume. I'm looking at the Big Berkey (8.25 l) and wondered what this volume is reduced to when adding 2 x PF2s? I also believe that they can make the filtration from the upper tank take far longer (6 hrs?)

@holistichealthcoach8577 2 года назад

@@allanb2906 Sorry No I don't use that

@girlywhirly1888 3 года назад

If u contact the company, maybe they will work on revising the system so the PLASTIC Chlorine filter isn't sitting in the water. That would b awesome! If u do let us know what they say thanks in advance!

@blackriflehomestead 2 года назад

I like that idea too! Thanks for the suggestion!

@girlywhirly1888 2 года назад

I am not the happiest with my black Berkey filters at this time. I have cleaned them even though they were brand new and they still don't remove the odor from my water. It's a strange chemical or petroleum odor. Idk where it comes from. I ordered the Berkey last year but since then have moved and been diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer. I am thankful to God that I'm healing very well. Anyways i won't b purchasing any Berkey filters until this issue is resolved. It doesn't remove any parts per million in my water. In fact when i got it my meter read a crazy high ppm AFTER filtering and now that i cleaned it, it registers exactly the same parts per million that my water reads BEFORE filtering it. So idk how much it actually cleans and what is removed because i have not tested the water for chemicals etc. I wonder if it doesn't remove ppm of "minerals" as they claim is the ppm reading then how does it remove chemicals, led and glyphacade that is a much smaller partical then minerals. Idk i hope this helps, if u get your water tested after filtering with Berkey i would b interested in the results. Ty have a blessed day.

@m5cto2c16 2 года назад

Some video show the clear wrap on pf2 is intact, I removed mine did I damaged my filters. I see you did too on the video. It doesnt seem right having plastic cover on pf2 sit in the water chamber.

@blackriflehomestead 2 года назад

Yes you are right to remove the clear wrapping!

@lisaa1134 Год назад

Never tilt your Berkey to get all water out it will break stem which you can't see however it will not pass the red dye test majority of time. I contacted Berkey & they will be putting this info to the consumers soon.🤗

@tabbykathy8119 2 года назад

Hi ! I clicked on your link to view the Berkey water filters, I was thinking of buying a large one. But What is the difference between the sets with ONLY black filters, and then it has the set with Black/ and 2 white fluoride filters? I thought the black filters it all?

@blackriflehomestead 2 года назад

Hi there! Great question. The black filters purify most everything. The white filters are for fluoride and arsenic. To possibly save yourself some money, my recommendation is to find out if your water supply is fluoridated. When we lived in California our water actually was NOT fluoridated and I didn't find that out right away! So while we lived there I really didn't need the fluoride filters. I hope that's helpful!

@sheila1581 Год назад

Also, when we got the Berkey together, my black filters were slightly tipped so that they leaned against the canister. Is that OK? Or, is something wrong?

@blackriflehomestead 5 месяцев назад

I would make sure they are not touching the sides of the drum. They will be close but should not touch.

@marilyntischleder3860 2 года назад

When doing the red dye test to see if my black filters need replacing after 2 years (it’s just me using it each day) my filter in the left jar is dripping way less, as the right one drips 3x as much. Does that mean I just need to prime the left one again?

@blackriflehomestead 2 года назад

Yes, try scrubbing it with the "scrubby" side of a sponge and then prime.

@sheila1581 Год назад

Is "red dye" the same as red food colouring?

@blackriflehomestead 5 месяцев назад

Yep!

@andrewpicardi929 3 года назад

If I check the top drum where the filters are after I have been using it and it's 1/2 full, can I top it off? Or should I wait until it is low?

@blackriflehomestead 2 года назад

You could fill it up but I'd be careful doing it that way, because you don't want to overflow the bottom. I wait until water can't come out of the spigot to refill.

@tabbykathy8119 3 года назад

HI thanks for the video. I am super newbie to just now researching health and wellness. And I another youtuber mentioned getting a this item for clean water. Is this the same or better than going to these local Water Stores and filling up the 5gallon jugs??? Or is it cleaner? Thanks!!!

@blackriflehomestead 3 года назад

In my opinion it is much better than going to a water store and getting the 5 gallon jugs! You have lots more control over your water, for one. You'll always have a way to filter water even in an emergency situation without power. Also, since the Berkey is made of stainless steel you're avoiding having water sit in plastic. Let me know if you have any other questions or are interested in purchasing one. It's a great investment to make, and the nice thing is that the black filters don't have to be changed very often. With 2 filters in the system, you can filter up to 6,000 gallons of water!

@tabbykathy8119 3 года назад

@@blackriflehomestead i forgot to reply. Thank you so much for replying and making your video, its helpful. I watched a few other ones and they made it seem very difficult to use. I will look into buying one. I was confused between the two types of filter I saw in the sets on amazon.

@eileencontreras188 2 года назад

So questions. I’ve had my berkey for maybe two months but was just using the black filters. I recently put in the fluoride filters and I notice a different taste. Is that normal? My daughter noticed it first. Do you think I may need to prime more??

@blackriflehomestead 2 года назад

What kind of taste is it? A bad taste? If it is, then yeah try priming the fluoride filters more.

@LEXICOGRAFFER Год назад

As a Professional Rocket Scientist let observe that it will make everything go more nicely if the non- use holes are plugged before installing the filters.

@blackriflehomestead 5 месяцев назад

😂😂

@Zoe-cs7ho 2 года назад

Are the plastic fluoride filters always sitting in the water?

@blackriflehomestead 2 года назад

Yes they are in the drum where the filtered water is.

@kathyb2880 3 года назад

Mmm...My Big Berkey did not come with red dye or the blue priming tool. Maybe it's to keep the total cost down, during these inflated times.

@kathyb2880 3 года назад

No manual, either. Just a 2 sided page. Sorry to complain. Not your concern.

@blackriflehomestead 3 года назад

Oh no! I would reach out to Berkey and see if they could send them to you as well as a manual. Their customer service is great!

@Tomxypdq 3 года назад

You'll have an easier time and not strain the stems of your filters if you install the blocking plugs first. Just did this today, and wished I had ignored the written instructions that came with the B.

@blackriflehomestead 3 года назад

Oh that's a great idea! Thanks for that, I'll try to remember to do that next time I clean it.

@kel5710 3 года назад

The written instructions for most systems are rubbish. So grateful for RU-vid. Any suggestions for priming a filter for those with faucets that don't allow for a single stream??? Wish I'd considered this before buying a Berkey.

@lovecheong8885 2 года назад

Hi,. I make a mistake at my first setting up, I turned the Fluoride filters all the way until can't be turn anymore. Did I spoil the Fluoride filters? How to check whether it is spoil or not? Please help!

@blackriflehomestead 2 года назад

That's a great question and I'm actually not sure how to check for sure whether they are spoiled or not. For that I would definitely call the Berkey customer service to see what they would say. I'm sorry I can't help more!

@lovecheong8885 2 года назад

@@blackriflehomestead Thank you for replying 😘

@reneescott4500 2 года назад

Where did you get that prime pump

@blackriflehomestead 2 года назад

From Berkey!

@jlf6803 6 месяцев назад

I understood to NOT use soap on the Berkey itself. Use vinegar

@blackriflehomestead 5 месяцев назад

I’ve actually never heard this. I use dish soap and water on the silver drums and nuts/screws/silicone washers, but do NOT use soap or vinegar on any of the filters.

@spring983 3 года назад

Me: Assembles my first berkey. RU-vid: Watch this video Me: Disassembles berkey and starts over

@blackriflehomestead 2 года назад

LOL this made me laugh and I had to share with my husband too! I love the way you said this. Thank you! :)

@birdsaloud7590 3 года назад

Do you know what the filters are made from?

@blackriflehomestead 3 года назад

They're made of a carbon composite. www.berkeyfilters.com/products/black-berkey-filter

@keshapatel8179 3 года назад

Hi, I bought my Berkey system early in 2020, and for some reason I do not see the priming components that you have. All that came for priming my System was a 10 rubber washer. I had a tough time priming them in my initial setup and M hesitant to take it apart to clean the system, as I am sure I will have trouble repriming the elements! Any suggestions or should I order priming tools that you have? Thanks

@keshapatel8179 3 года назад

"Tan" not "10"

@blackriflehomestead 3 года назад

Strange that yours didn't come with the blue device for priming! I would call Berkey and tell them you didn't get that with your kit, only the tan rubber washer. If you were supposed to receive it in your kit I'm sure they'd send it to you for free! But yes, I would recommend buying the priming pump that I demonstrated to make things even easier.

@keshapatel8179 3 года назад

@@blackriflehomestead Thank you Malori, so much, For reply, now I feel I can Move forward as I will ask for the blue priming part as you suggested, appreciate your prompt reply🙂