Comments on: How To Prime PF-2 Fluoride and Arsenic Water Filters

By: Dan DeBaun

Dan DeBaun — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 15:11:25 +0000

Hi Cheri -

Yes, all of the products are BPA free. The PF-2 filters lifespan only kicks in once they touch water, so yours would still be usuable.

Thanks
Dan

By: Dan DeBaun

Dan DeBaun — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 15:10:19 +0000

Hi Cheri -

No, they do not require priming.

Thanks
Dan

By: cheri

cheri — Sun, 11 Mar 2012 01:47:16 +0000

Another question. Do the Berkey shower filters need to be primed? I can’t seem to find any information on priming these.
Thank-you.

By: cheri

cheri — Sun, 11 Mar 2012 01:41:59 +0000

Hi
Since the PF-2 filters are made from plastic and and sit in the lower chamber I am concerned that they may leach toxins into the water. Is the plastic casing BPA free?
Also, I noticed that the PF-2 filters have a lifespan. I have an unused pair that I had stored for about 2 years now. Does this mean they are no longer useable?
Thanks.

By: Alex

Alex — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 01:25:50 +0000

Hello, I was wondering, what if I damaged the cloth film inside the PF-2 filter when screwing in the filters, what might happen? I did 9 revolutions and I passed the limit. Should I be concerned? Thank you.

By: Dan DeBaun

Dan DeBaun — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 14:31:50 +0000

Hi Stephen -

Some Berkey PF-2 filters have more dust than others and require some more time to clear out. You can re-prime the PF-2’s from both ends allowing the water to flow through about 2 minutes from each side. Then run a few more system flushes through and the dust should be fully cleared out. If you would like personal assistance, please contact us at customerservice@bigberkeywaterfilters.com.

Thanks
Dan

By: Stephen Lynch

Stephen Lynch — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 09:33:45 +0000

Hi there i got the 4 Black filters and 4 PF2’s and in the system. I have wash them and cleaned / installed as per instructions. I have filled the tanked and drained it 5 times now and still getting strange chemical taste that leaves a tingle feeling in the mouth. Has anyone had such a problem before or should I continue to flush the system out of water

By: Dan DeBaun

Dan DeBaun — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 14:11:48 +0000

Hi Naomi -

This definitely sounds like calcium buildup on your black berkeys. This article should help:

http://www.bigberkeywaterfilters.com/wordpress/berkey-water-filter/anns-helpful-hints-for-berkey-water-filter-systems/

Thanks
Dan

By: Naomi MInahan

Naomi MInahan — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 13:02:56 +0000

Hi, my big berkey’s flow has become really slow after 10 weeks since we moved to the Ozarks. The water here is very high in minerals, I wondered if that has to do with it. So, cleaned the upper black filters by using a stainless steel scubber. It made one better but the other is still kind of slow. What else should I do? I also soaked the bottom flouride filter in vinegar. Is that o.k.? If it is, should I periodically do that to clean it out?Thanks so much!
Sincerely,
Naomi Minahan

By: Dan DeBaun

Dan DeBaun — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 15:10:44 +0000

Hi Mike -

Flow rate is is primarily dependent on the black berkey filters since they are the first stage of the process and are what affect the speed. Try taking the PF-2 filters off and see if you notice the same speeds. This Berkey Helpful Hints article will help you too.

Thanks
Dan