I am a Stage III cancer survivor. As a result of the chemo, my kidneys are now at Stage III Renal Failure. I am trying to do everything I can to maintain their function (including a vegan diet!) Fluoride is apparently one of the things that kidneys struggle to filter. I am *hoping* that the Berkey Fluoride filter will help, too!
I use both filters because I wouldn't even trust my government to sit straight on a toilet seat much less provide the "clean water" we pay our taxes for.
Thank you SO VERY MUCH for your videos. I really wouldn’t be able to set my new Berkey without you as the instructions provided are totally unclear :-( the company should pay you as you are doing their job! Once again many thanks and bless you 🍀
Thank you and yes I am new to Berkey but will be using the flouride filters. Reason, questionable manicipwater source plus the health benefits of pure, clean water.
This is great, thanks! How do you figure out how much water you go through/when you need to change your filters? We have used our Berkey for years but I’ve never taken the time to really calculate it out (we just guess or wait until the water quality changes 🙃).
Hi, I thank you for your helpful videos. I am using the fluoride filters for the first time. My question is, are we supposed to take the plastic sticker off of the filters- the plastic that says which way the water should flow before installing??
We use the fluoride filters to remove as much as possible. I have convinced the wife that clean water is critical for health in general. Thanks for the video. My filters were plugging up and had to be primed 2 more times before we could use the Berkey.
Turning the fluoride filters 8 revolutions makes the fluoride filters hang loosely. Is this correct??? because I could make 1 more revolution easily? Thank you
Thank you for doing this tutorial...I am wondering...once you get these filters on, is there a limit as to how much water I am able to put in the berkey? it seems like they are gonna hang down and at least be partially submerged in the lower reservoir...is that right? and I am looking for the link on how to purge the PF2...and one more question...do you take the plastic cover off the filter?
I have a brand new Berkey and just learning how to put it together. I bought it because I am learning to ferment foods (sauerkraut, pickles, etc.), and chlorine and fluoride retard fermentation. One reason I want to ferment my vegetables is that the excellent bacteria that do the fermenting also are good at removing toxins from food and from the body. I find that amazing. They taste delicious too.
We use both filters since we got the Berkey. We originally used it in our house in Florida. While it was city water, we really liked the clean water. Once filtered you need to make sure you use the water within a couple of days since the chemicals have been removed. Do you use your Berkey in your residence or in an RV?
QUESTION: I didn't read the directions first about only turning the white filter eight times. So I over- tightened them. Then I saw the directions and this video. (I did prime them appropriately). After seeing this, I took it back apart and re installed the white filters. But do you think I have damaged something critical? Is there a need to throw out the ones I over tightened and start over? Thank you. I have been helped by your videos. I had really struggled to prime the black filters until I saw your video that explained and demonstrated it.
I like your explanation.. I'm a senior and defiantly feel I'm dumbing down!!! I started to remove the plastic on the white filters cause the directions said to remove the stickers...Do I need to return them??thank you
@@OurNomadicStory thank you. I think Berkey must have changed the wrapping. My new flouride filters came in a hard shrink wrap which a technician from the company said to cut off. So, no words and no flow arrows just a plain white filter.
I realised that the fluoride filters are leaking white sediment and the tank has becoming almost crusty white . I had to use vinegar to clear it out , it almost looks like calcar . Do you know why is this happening ? Thank you
Which means if we put just one white filter and we fill’ the Berkey up once a day we can keep the white filter one year , if we put two white filters we can keep the white filters two years ? In the same fact of filling up the Berkey once a day. Right? Thks
Is it important to have the black arrow face up or down when you screw it on the black Berry? We followed instructions but the water did not flow into the lower chamber. Are we doing something wrong.?
The arrow should be facing down. The filter will be bigger on the portion that attaches to the Black Berkey filter. Did you prime the Black Berkey Filter and the PF-2 Fluoride Filter? The Priming of the Black Berkey filter is critical for water flow. The key benefits of priming the Fluoride Filter is to clean out the loose particle in the filter. It will help some with the flow. Were you able to get the water flow worked out? If yes, what did you do?
This is a great question. I communicated the best practice based on the instructions provided by Berkey. Based on your question I had to do more research. Berkey Filters states the following related to over tightening the PF-2 Filter, "If the elements are screwed on too tight, the screen within the post filter can become damaged. This will not negatively affect the performance of the element. The only purpose for the screen is to keep the media within the element during shipment." Based on my understanding, there is no impact on performance of the filter if it is over tightened and the screen/mesh is impacted.
Hello, i just got my black berkey travel size system..i only have hook up for 2 filters verses the bigger systems can have 4..i have white and black filters, can i use one black n one white filter at the same time? Everyone shows installing 2 of the same filters..thank u for your help!
Sorry for the delay. Hurricane Sally hit us about two weeks ago and took me away from RUclips. The number of filters impact the flow of filter water. If the flow of one filter works for you, you can use one filter. You can plug the one filter openings and use one Black filter in the Travel Berkey. You can then add the white fluoride & arsenic filter. If the Travel Berkey does not include a plug you can use, you can order one. Let me know if you have any additional questions.
My floride filters have plastic wrap around and on the white plastic wrap it says which was to install but I see that you didn't remove the plastic wrapping... did I supposed to leave that on? I just didn't feel comfortable plastic wrapping being in the drinking water... I tried Berkey blog but can't find any answers on this
What to do with the plastic wrap is why I viewed this video. I saw that he didn't remove it. However, like you, I removed it because I don't want the filtered water to come into contact with the plastic. The instruction that came with the filters do no say to remove the plastic. But it only makes sense to remove it.
I bought the fluoride filters because fluoride causes cancer. I’ve had cancer twice (a 13 hour surgery each time) and am taking as many precautions as possible, not to mention who wants arsenic? lol duh I use my Berkey daily, have been for 3 years. I even use it to water my indoor plants.
We also like using the Berkey to help keep us healthy. Base don your history, I can understand why you use the fluoride filters and a Berkey. We also use the filters all of the time when we are at our home base or when we travel on the road. The quality of the water on the road can be a big concern. While we have filters on the water to our fresh tank or RV plumbing, we want the extra filtering from the Berkey. We like the extra benefit of filtering items like arsenic out of the water we drink. We also use the Berkey for our dogs water.
Yikes! #1. You never showed the BLACK Filters or what screws onto what. 😮😳🔎❓ I don’t think there’s enough room on the plastic screws that attach the black filters to the upper chamber, that will also accommodate screwing in the white filters in the upper bottom chamber? And you didn’t mention the strangeness of the White Fluoride filters constantly being in the water 💦 in the lower tank! It seems that’d be NOT HEALTHY? 😳 Thank you for your video but I didn’t get my questions answered. ✅🔍
I am a Stage III cancer survivor. As a result of the chemo, my kidneys are now at Stage III Renal Failure. I am trying to do everything I can to maintain their function (including a vegan diet!) Fluoride is apparently one of the things that kidneys struggle to filter. I am *hoping* that the Berkey Fluoride filter will help, too!
Medical doctor here. Electromedicine might help you and orthomolecular medicine
I use both filters because I wouldn't even trust my government to sit straight on a toilet seat much less provide the "clean water" we pay our taxes for.
Recent information says 1/3 of our water is contaminated with forever chemicals. I believe its a higher percentage.
Thank you SO VERY MUCH for your videos. I really wouldn’t be able to set my new Berkey without you as the instructions provided are totally unclear :-( the company should pay you as you are doing their job! Once again many thanks and bless you 🍀
Would be nice how you count the 8 revolutions of the flouride filter.pls, cuz thats the most important point and can be confusing to some
It looks like you put the white filters flush with the wingnut? Is that right?
Great Vlog! Our Berkey has been great for us on the road. Your Vlogs are a must watch for every Berkey owner!
Thank you for your kind words. They are literally part of my first 10 videos that I ever recorded or edited. I am learning so much with each video.
You’re better help than the berkey channel . Thank you!
Thank you and yes I am new to Berkey but will be using the flouride filters. Reason, questionable manicipwater source plus the health benefits of pure, clean water.
This is great, thanks! How do you figure out how much water you go through/when you need to change your filters? We have used our Berkey for years but I’ve never taken the time to really calculate it out (we just guess or wait until the water quality changes 🙃).
Hi, I thank you for your helpful videos. I am using the fluoride filters for the first time. My question is, are we supposed to take the plastic sticker off of the filters- the plastic that says which way the water should flow before installing??
We use the fluoride filters to remove as much as possible. I have convinced the wife that clean water is critical for health in general. Thanks for the video. My filters were plugging up and had to be primed 2 more times before we could use the Berkey.
Is there a washer on the side with the white filters?
Turning the fluoride filters 8 revolutions makes the fluoride filters hang loosely. Is this correct??? because I could make 1 more revolution easily? Thank you
Thank you for doing this tutorial...I am wondering...once you get these filters on, is there a limit as to how much water I am able to put in the berkey? it seems like they are gonna hang down and at least be partially submerged in the lower reservoir...is that right? and I am looking for the link on how to purge the PF2...and one more question...do you take the plastic cover off the filter?
Do I need to prime the filters after the clean and re- assembly?
Time consuming. But it’s done. Thanks for the video.
I have a brand new Berkey and just learning how to put it together. I bought it because I am learning to ferment foods (sauerkraut, pickles, etc.), and chlorine and fluoride retard fermentation. One reason I want to ferment my vegetables is that the excellent bacteria that do the fermenting also are good at removing toxins from food and from the body. I find that amazing. They taste delicious too.
Does the arsenic filter have to be tight? Mine seemed to just dangle loosely leaving a gap between the black gasket and the container.
How much filtered water covers the white filters?
I'm getting filtred water from a town source, so i use both filtrers . nice video.
We use both filters since we got the Berkey. We originally used it in our house in Florida. While it was city water, we really liked the clean water. Once filtered you need to make sure you use the water within a couple of days since the chemicals have been removed.
Do you use your Berkey in your residence or in an RV?
Thanks for the info.
You bet! Let me know if you have any questions.
QUESTION: I didn't read the directions first about only turning the white filter eight times. So I over- tightened them. Then I saw the directions and this video. (I did prime them appropriately). After seeing this, I took it back apart and re installed the white filters. But do you think I have damaged something critical? Is there a need to throw out the ones I over tightened and start over?
Thank you. I have been helped by your videos. I had really struggled to prime the black filters until I saw your video that explained and demonstrated it.
update?
I like your explanation.. I'm a senior and defiantly feel I'm dumbing down!!! I started to remove the plastic on the white filters cause the directions said to remove the stickers...Do I need to return them??thank you
I'm not sure why there can't be priming and installing in one video? the steps aren't that long.....
I absolutely love your videos & I'm so glad I found you!! I'm curious...what do you do with your used filters? Is there a way to recycle them?
I learned something new today, very informative!
Thank you. We love our Berkey. If you want to know more you can watch our review of the Berkey Water Filter.
Don't you take off the plastic casing around the flouride filters?
Yes, the fluoride filter is wrapped in plastic and you need to remove it before you prime and install the filter.
@@OurNomadicStory thank you. I think Berkey must have changed the wrapping. My new flouride filters came in a hard shrink wrap which a technician from the company said to cut off. So, no words and no flow arrows just a plain white filter.
YES otherwise the water taste like plastic!!!
I realised that the fluoride filters are leaking white sediment and the tank has becoming almost crusty white . I had to use vinegar to clear it out , it almost looks like calcar . Do you know why is this happening ? Thank you
Thank You!
Flouride is what I care about more than anything far as not consuming it...
Why don’t you show what your doing on the inside of the canister? Does the black filter go on the inside and the white screw to it?
I didn't take the blue cap off 1 end of my white filter for a year and I don't know how water filtered this whole time?
I just wanted to know how to count the revolutions.
I have no idea if I’m using mine correctly. I also have no idea how much water I use.
Which means if we put just one white filter and we fill’ the Berkey up once a day we can keep the white filter one year , if we put two white filters we can keep the white filters two years ? In the same fact of filling up the Berkey once a day. Right? Thks
Is it important to have the black arrow face up or down when you screw it on the black Berry? We followed instructions but the water did not flow into the lower chamber. Are we doing something wrong.?
The arrow should be facing down. The filter will be bigger on the portion that attaches to the Black Berkey filter.
Did you prime the Black Berkey Filter and the PF-2 Fluoride Filter?
The Priming of the Black Berkey filter is critical for water flow. The key benefits of priming the Fluoride Filter is to clean out the loose particle in the filter. It will help some with the flow.
Were you able to get the water flow worked out? If yes, what did you do?
Does it ruin the filters by turning than more than 8 times?
What happens if you break the black mesh in the white filter?
This is a great question. I communicated the best practice based on the instructions provided by Berkey. Based on your question I had to do more research.
Berkey Filters states the following related to over tightening the PF-2 Filter, "If the elements are screwed on too tight, the screen within the post filter can become damaged. This will not negatively affect the performance of the element. The only purpose for the screen is to keep the media within the element during shipment."
Based on my understanding, there is no impact on performance of the filter if it is over tightened and the screen/mesh is impacted.
Very informative!
Thank you for your positive review. Let me us know if you have any questions.
Do the white filters sit in the already filtered water?
Yes
Hello, i just got my black berkey travel size system..i only have hook up for 2 filters verses the bigger systems can have 4..i have white and black filters, can i use one black n one white filter at the same time? Everyone shows installing 2 of the same filters..thank u for your help!
Sorry for the delay. Hurricane Sally hit us about two weeks ago and took me away from RUclips.
The number of filters impact the flow of filter water. If the flow of one filter works for you, you can use one filter. You can plug the one filter openings and use one Black filter in the Travel Berkey. You can then add the white fluoride & arsenic filter.
If the Travel Berkey does not include a plug you can use, you can order one.
Let me know if you have any additional questions.
My floride filters have plastic wrap around and on the white plastic wrap it says which was to install but I see that you didn't remove the plastic wrapping... did I supposed to leave that on? I just didn't feel comfortable plastic wrapping being in the drinking water... I tried Berkey blog but can't find any answers on this
..
What to do with the plastic wrap is why I viewed this video. I saw that he didn't remove it. However, like you, I removed it because I don't want the filtered water to come into contact with the plastic. The instruction that came with the filters do no say to remove the plastic. But it only makes sense to remove it.
Take off the plastic
Ignore the arrows I did and it still flowed correctly
And yes take the plastic off as it leeches all sorts of bad things into the water
My water tastes bad after installation. It tastes like plastic/ chemicals. The water looks clear. Ideas?
Take off the plastic from the white PF2 filters!!!
I brought the berkey because my daughter is ellergict to fluoride,she gets sores in her mouth.
Want to get rid of floride
I bought the fluoride filters because fluoride causes cancer. I’ve had cancer twice (a 13 hour surgery each time) and am taking as many precautions as possible, not to mention who wants arsenic? lol duh I use my Berkey daily, have been for 3 years. I even use it to water my indoor plants.
We also like using the Berkey to help keep us healthy. Base don your history, I can understand why you use the fluoride filters and a Berkey.
We also use the filters all of the time when we are at our home base or when we travel on the road. The quality of the water on the road can be a big concern. While we have filters on the water to our fresh tank or RV plumbing, we want the extra filtering from the Berkey.
We like the extra benefit of filtering items like arsenic out of the water we drink. We also use the Berkey for our dogs water.
Wanted water without flouride
Yikes! #1. You never showed the BLACK Filters or what screws onto what. 😮😳🔎❓ I don’t think there’s enough room on the plastic screws that attach the black filters to the upper chamber, that will also accommodate screwing in the white filters in the upper bottom chamber? And you didn’t mention the strangeness of the White Fluoride filters constantly being in the water 💦 in the lower tank! It seems that’d be NOT HEALTHY? 😳 Thank you for your video but I didn’t get my questions answered. ✅🔍