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Black Berkey Primer

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Black Berkey Primer

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Quickly becoming one of the most popular systems, the Royal Berkey holds more water and filters it 14% faster than the Big!

  • Min. 2 Filters: 2-6 People
  • Max 4 Filters: 7 people
  • Flow Rate (Gallon Per Hour)
    2 filters : 4GPH
    4 filters : 8GPH
  • Dimensions: 9.5”D x 24”H
  • Empty weight: 8lbs

The Black Berkey Primer™ is a hand-powered priming pump that makes it possible to prime Black Berkey™ Elements easily offline, without the need for faucets or hose connections.

· Hand pump priming tool for use with Black Berkey Filters

· Quickly prime or purge your Black Berkey Filters without a faucet or water pressure

· Eliminates the need to soak the filters when access to a faucet is not possible

· Flow may be reversed to aid in drying filters prior to storage

· 100% made and assembled in USA


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Black Berkey Primer

The Black Berkey Primer™ is a hand-powered priming pump that makes it possible to prime Black Berkey™ Elements easily offline, without the need for faucets or hose connections. Priming the Black Berkey™ Elements saturates the filters with water prior to their use, allowing for clean water production anywhere. In addition, those who may be having difficulty priming their elements in a small sink, can use the Black Berkey Primer™ instead.

Prime or Purge 

The Black Berkey Primer™ also purges (or back-flushes) the Black Berkey™ Elements using air instead of water to clean the proprietary pores of the compressed carbon filter wall. Purging the Black Berkey™ Elements accomplishes two tasks: It clears the pores of debris that has accumulated with use, and reduces the amount of time & effort needed to dry the filters prior to storing them.

Instruction Manual

Detailed instructions on how to set-up and operate the Black Berkey Primer™.

Learn More

Black Berkey™ Primer

 1. How does the Black Berkey Primer™ work?

With a Black Berkey™ Element properly immersed in water & attached to it, the Black Berkey Primer™ creates a simple pressure gradient which draws water into the center of each Black Berkey™ Element. Once the Black Berkey™ Element is completely saturated with water, it passes through the Black Berkey Primer™ and squirts out of the opposite end.

 2. Why do I need the Black Berkey Primer™?

Every owner of a Berkey® Water System which uses Black Berkey™ Elements will find it easier to prime and purge the filters, wherever the Berkey®is used. The Black Berkey Primer™ is the final piece in making your Berkey® Water System your off-grid solution for clean drinking water and for everyday use. In addition, if you have a small sink or short faucet, the Black Berkey Primer™ makes it easy to prime your Black Berkey™ Elements.

 3. How do I clean & store the Black Berkey Primer™?

Black Berkey Primer™ can be cleaned with a proper dilution of natural cleaning products, or mild soap and warm water. Components should be thoroughly rinsed & allowed to air dry prior to storage in a cool, dark, & dry place. Keep out of exposure from direct sunlight as UV light will breakdown the product. Do not microwave the Black Berkey Primer™ .

 4. Does the Black Berkey Primer™ work with non-Berkey® filters?

The Black Berkey Primer™ is specifically designed for use with Black Berkey™ Elements.

 5. Is the Black Berkey Primer™ made in the USA?

Yes, the Black Berkey Primer™ is 100% manufactured & assembled in the United States of America.