How to Replace Big Berkey Water Filters

Written By: Shannon Cash

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Difficulty

Easy

Steps

Time Required

10 minutes

Introduction

Whether you're replacing the filters, or installing them for the first time, this guide is for you. Without properly installed filters in your water tank, your filtered water system is essentially useless. By following this guide you can have correctly installed filters in your system ready to enjoy for years to come.

When you have finished with your filter replacement, make sure to mark a date in your calendar for a year in the future to replace them again.

Tools

All-Purpose Sponge

Parts

Step 1

Take the top half of your Berkey off, and place it to the side of your work station.

Step 2

Unscrew the White Elements by twisting counterclockwise.

Step 3

Unscrew the Black Element filters by twisting the black washers counterclockwise.
Remove the filters from the top compartment.

Step 4

Clean both the top and bottom tank compartments with a sponge.
Make sure to scrub both compartments clean of any mineral build-up that may have accumulated.

Step 5

Securely attach the priming tool to the Black Elements nozzle.
Push the filter nozzle against the tap for 10 seconds per filter to remove any impurities.
Run your sink water at a medium to slow flow-rate, to avoid water spraying everywhere.

Step 6

Leave equipment to air dry.

Step 7

Place your new Black Element filters through the holes in the top compartment.
Continue to screw the washer around the nozzle to secure the Black Element in place.