Instructions / Assembly
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Storing the PF-2 Elements
• UNUSED: The PF-2 elements can be stored indefinitely in their
original packaging. Do not store with fragrant items.
• USED: Place the PF-2 elements in a re-sealable zipper storage
bag and store them in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Note:
o Do not store used PF-2 elements for longer than two weeks.
o Do not store the PF-2 elements in the freezer.
o Remember to re-prime the PF-2 elements before using them
again. See “PF-2 Fluoride and Arsenic Reduction Elements
Priming Tips” steps 6 through 9 on page 11.
Routine Cleaning and Maintenance
Cleaning the Black Berkey® Purification Elements
1. To prevent contamination, wash hands before proceeding.
2. Remove the upper chamber and place it upside down on a solid
surface, to unscrew the optional PF-2 elements, and set safely aside.
3. Lift the upper chamber vertically, and use one hand to hold the black
filter and the other to unscrew all wing nuts that secure the Black
Berkey® Elements in the chamber.
4. Remove the Black Berkey® Elements from the inside of the upper
chamber.
5. Hold one element under the faucet with the exit hole pointed up.
6. Using a clean 3M Scotch-Brite™ pad, scrub the surface of the element
for several minutes. The goal is to remove the outermost layer of the
element, exposing a new layer of open micro pores.
7. Rinse the element with water but place a finger over the hole of
the threaded stem to prevent any potentially contaminated water from
entering the core of the element.
8. Re-prime the element using the “Priming Tips” on page 6.
9. Repeat steps 4 to 7 for each additional Black Berkey® Element.
10. Reassemble the system.
Cleaning the Chambers of the Berkey® System
The chambers, particularly the lower chamber, should be cleaned at least
once per month.
1. Remove the Black Berkey® Elements, optional PF-2 elements,
spigot, and any other attached components.
2. Clean the chambers using water and a mild dish soap. If the water used
for cleaning is suspected to contain viruses or bacteria, add 16 drops of
bleach per gallon of water. The stainless steel Berkey® chambers can