The Berkey PF-4™ Fluoride and Arsenic Elements should be replaced every 1,000 gallons or at six-month intervals (whichever comes first) under normal conditions. If your water is heavily contaminated with MTBE, fluoride, lead or arsenic, the filters should be replaced in four-month intervals. Please note [...]
No, the Super Sterasyl™ Ceramic Elements are manufacturered by British Berkefeld™. NMCL is the exclusive North American dealer for these elements.
The Super Sterasyl™ Filters are primarily composed of diatomaceous earth compressed into ceramic filter shells that effectively reduce larger common contaminants found in freshwater souces through microfiltration. The ceramic filter also contains granular activated carbon to reduce organic chemicals and improve the color, taste, [...]
You should tighten your elements no more than 8-9 full rotations. This is to protect the screen within the filter that contains the fluoride and arsenic reduction media. If you can tighten the Fluoride and Arsenic Filter all the way up the stem for [...]
You should rotate your elements no more than 8-9 full rotations. THis is to protect the screen within the filter that contains the Fluoride and Arsenic Reduciton media. If you can tighten the element all the way up the stem of the Black Berkey® Element, [...]
This is most likely residual media being discharged from your Berkey® Fluoride and Arsenic Reduction Elements. The media within them is inert and non-water soluble, so it is not a health concern. To resolve the issue, we recommend re-priming your elements from both sides [...]
Yes. The Berkey Earth® Elements can take up to two weeks of consistent use to achieve their maximum flow rate.
Remove the elements from your Berkey® System and drain any water within them. Place the elements in a sealable bag and store them in the front of your refrigerator. Store the elements for no longer than two weeks. Re-prime the elements from both sides before [...]
If you are going to be leaving the system unattended for 3-4 days or less, remove the elements from the top chamber and drain out any water within them. Once drained, place them in a sealable bag while the media is still damp and [...]
AISI 304 stainless steel is used in the manufacturing of all Berkey® products. It is sturdy, corrosion and heat-resistant, and is used in many cooking and food preparation products.