{"product_id":"black-berkey-primer","title":"Black Berkey Primer for Use with Berkey Gravity-Fed Water Filter Systems Equipped with Black Berkey Elements","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBerkey Filter Primer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrime your Black Berkey Filters effortlessly with the Black Berkey Primer. No need for a faucet or water pressure – simply use the hand-powered pump to saturate the filters. This primer tool is a fantastic alternative for those with oversized faucets or shallow sinks that don't accommodate traditional priming methods. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNot only does the Black Berkey Primer prime your filters, but it also allows you to purge them effortlessly. By forcing air through the filter instead of water, you can effectively clean out the micropores of the carbon filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis process removes any debris that may have accumulated from use or poor-quality source water, ensuring optimal filter performance. And purging the filters speeds up the drying process, making long-term storage a breeze.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProudly made and assembled in the USA\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"a-size-base-plus a-text-bold\"\u003eAbout this item\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"a-unordered-list a-vertical a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eThe Black Berkey Primer is a hand-powered priming pump that allows you to prime your system’s Black Berkey Elements almost anywhere without a pressurized faucet or hose connection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003ePriming Black Berkey Elements saturates the filters with water prior to use, removing any pockets of air trapped inside the filters which can slow down the filters' ability to produce clean water. Black Berkey Elements must be primed before first use to insure proper operation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eEasy to use—with a Black Berkey Element properly immersed in water and 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, the water passes through the Black Berkey Primer and squirts out of the opposite end.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eThe Black Berkey Primer can also purge, or backflush, Black Berkey Elements using air instead of water, clearing the compressed carbon filter wall of water debris that has accumulated with use and reducing the time and effort needed to dry the filters prior to storing them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eFor use only with Black Berkey Elements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable role=\"presentation\" class=\"a-keyvalue prodDetTable\" id=\"productDetails_detailBullets_sections1\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"a-color-secondary a-size-base prodDetSectionEntry\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eProduct Dimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"a-size-base prodDetAttrValue\"\u003e9 x 7.1 x 0.6 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"a-color-secondary a-size-base prodDetSectionEntry\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eItem Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"a-size-base prodDetAttrValue\"\u003e2.08 ounces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"a-color-secondary a-size-base prodDetSectionEntry\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"a-size-base prodDetAttrValue\"\u003eBerkey Filters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"a-color-secondary a-size-base prodDetSectionEntry\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eASIN\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"a-size-base prodDetAttrValue\"\u003eB00KY605W8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"a-color-secondary a-size-base prodDetSectionEntry\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eItem model number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"a-size-base prodDetAttrValue\"\u003eCOMINHKPR69752\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstruction Manual\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0167\/5480\/2788\/files\/BBP.pdf?15500\" style=\"color: #2b00ff;\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0167\/5480\/2788\/files\/BBP.pdf?15500\" data-mce-style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003ePDF Link\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. How does the Black Berkey Primer work? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA pressure gradient in the Berkey Primer draws water into the center of the attached filter, allowing it to be saturated with water.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e 2. Why do you need a Black Berkey Primer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhen priming the filters, there is a solution for those who struggle with Priming Button, Prime Rite, or soaking. If packing up and storing filters frequently, waiting for them to completely dry is time-consuming. The primer tool also dries out filters faster than letting them air dry.  \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. How to clean and store the Black Berkey Primer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKeep out of direct sunlight for long periods of time. Best to store in a cool, dark, dry area. Use mild dish soap and warm water solution to clean all components of the primer.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e 4. Will the Black Berkey Primer work with non-Berkey filters?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is specifically designed for Black Berkey Filters.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e 5. Where is the Black Berkey Primer made?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYes, 100% is American made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eOther Berkey Products:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #2b00ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.safecastle.com\/products\/10-inch-berkey-sight-glass-spigot-for-royal-berkey-gravity-fed-water-filter-system\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.safecastle.com\/products\/10-inch-berkey-sight-glass-spigot-for-royal-berkey-gravity-fed-water-filter-system\" data-mce-style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10 Inch Berkey Sight Glass Spigot for Royal Berkey \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #2b00ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.safecastle.com\/products\/berkey-black-replacement-filters\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.safecastle.com\/products\/berkey-black-replacement-filters\" data-mce-style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003eBlack Berkey Replacement Elements (set of 2)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #2b00ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.safecastle.com\/products\/berkey-authentic-black-berkey-purification-elements-with-berkey-pf-2-fluoride-and-arsenic-reduction-elements-combo-pack-1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.safecastle.com\/products\/berkey-authentic-black-berkey-purification-elements-with-berkey-pf-2-fluoride-and-arsenic-reduction-elements-combo-pack-1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Berkey Purification Elements With Berkey PF-2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Berkey","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42417246797906,"sku":"BK-PRIMER-BBP","price":40.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1369\/4889\/files\/BlackBerkeyPrimerforUsewithBerkeyGravity-FedWaterFilterSystemsEquippedwithBlackBerkeyElements.jpg?v=1780599943","url":"https:\/\/www.safecastle.com\/en-au\/products\/black-berkey-primer","provider":"Safecastle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}