New millenium concepts Travel berkley User manual

Models: Travel Berkey

Big Berkey - Royal Berkey

Imperial Berkey

Crown Berkey™

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Introduction:

Now that you have bought your water purifier, you have

taken the first step toward protecting you and your family from disease causing

viruses, pathogens, parasites, harmful chemicals, heavy metals and other

waterborne contaminates.

water

purification elements

The ease of operation of this unit combined with a proven effectiveness

at eliminating waterborne diseases and contaminates, has led to

being specified for field operations by many of the world’s

major aid and emergency relief organizations.

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Contents:

1- Upper Chamber 1- Lower Chamber

1- Spigot, nut and two washers

0-6 Blocking Plugs

system

Fit the onto the by inserting the up through the hole in the lid and

screwing on the knob. Hand tighten only.

Prime purification elements

Place the large sealing over the threaded of the

Place the into the hole in the base of the .

Secure element in the chamber base by screwing on the onto the threaded

mount. Repeat #4,5&6 until all elements have been installed.

For systems having more element holes than purification elements, (Expandable systems)

secure into empty holes. NOTE: Blocking plugs may vary; insert rubber

plugs into each empty hole, screw together white blocking plug (top & bottom).

Place the onto the threaded portion of the outlet with

the beveled side facing the system hole and the flat side facing the spigot.

Insert thread of through hole in the side of the Place the

over the thread within the chamber and secure in place with the . Tighten

securely by hand only. For the last 1/4 turn, hold the nut in place and gently turn the spigot

until it is tight.

Place the upper onto the lower

Assembly Instructions:

knob (1) lid (2) screw (3)

washer (10) portion element (5.)

element (5) upper chamber (4)

wing nut (11)

blocking plugs (12)

beveled exterior washer (8) spigot (7)

spigot (7) lower chamber (6). flat

washer (8) nut (9)

chamber (4) chamber (6)

Black Berkey (see reverse side of instruction Sheet).

and place in position.lid (2)

1- Lid, knob and screw

1- Priming Button 1- Assembly instruction sheet

(depending on model)

2-8 Purification elements, wing nuts and washers (depending on model)

Assemble your system as cleanly as possible. Extreme cleanliness is important.

Wash your hands and before proceeding to assure that contamination of

the components does not take place during assembly.

You can run a few batches of water through your system and then use

the filtered water to clean your hands and your system.

Remove the purification elements and parts from their protective packaging checking each

item against the above list.

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Note: The number of elements supplied will depend on the type

of unit ordered.

IMPORTANT OPERATIONAL NOTE:

When lower chamber is partially filled, be cautious not to overfill upper chamber as this could cause lower

chamber to overflow. For example, if the lower chamber is 1/3 full the upper chamber can be refilled by 2/3rds, if

the lower chamber is ½ full, the upper chamber can be refilled by ½, etc.

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Notes:

ower chamber be run to

waste as well as the new water that is purified during the first 1

minute to also be run to waste.

When installing purification elements for the first time or

replacing used elements, always prime and condition the new

purification elements.

After cleaning elements, it is recommended that the elements be

re-primed. This will back-flush any process dust from the pores of

purification elements and prevent premature clogging.

4) Spigot style may vary slightly.

If the system is left to stand for more than 3 days, it is

recommended that any water left in the l

WARNING: Failure to read, thoroughly understand, and follow all instructions may result in personal

injury, water damage, or voiding of the warranty! It is the assembler’s responsibility to make sure all

components are properly assembled and installed using the instructions provided. While your

system should not have any leaking problems, there is always the chance that a leak

might occur due to being improperly assembled or perhaps a faulty part. In an overabundance of

caution, we recommend that for the first 24 hours the filled system be placed in an area wherein if

such a leak were to occur, the resulting spillage would not damage anything within the household.

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1) Press rubber

priming button (tan

or black colored)

onto the stem of

the

purification element

with the small end

facing the element.

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2) Place the

stem of the

element

between

fingers and

press large

end of priming

button against

faucet.

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4) Allow the

exterior wall of the

purification element

to sweat beads of

water for about 5

seconds.

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3) While holding

priming button

against faucet, turn

on the cold water

gently, allowing

water to fill the

cavity of the

element.

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5) Rinse process dust from exterior of purification element. The element has

now been successfully primed. Repeat steps1-5for each additional element.

MAINTENANCE:

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

SYSTEM TEST:

NOTE: If you purchased your Berkey system or Black Berkey elements and intend on storing them for any length

of time instead of using them right away, we recommend you run the red food coloring test on the elements, dry them thoroughly, then store them in a sealed container

until such time as you are ready to use the elements or system.

Wash lower chamber once per month with soapy dishwater. In areas with hard water, calcium scale may build up on spigot and chambers after prolonged use. To

remove, soak affected part(s) in vinegar or a 50-50% mix of vinegar and water for about 15 minutes. Then clean with soapy dishwater. After prolonged use the flow rate may

decrease significantly. To speed up flow rate, scrub exterior of each purification element with a stiff brush or ScotchBrite pad and re-prime elements

: While this system can efficiently purify raw untreated pond, lake and river water, always use the cleanest, clearest water possible. As an additional

precaution, if using a source of water that you believe might contain extreme viral and bacteriological contamination, it is recommended by the CDC, EPA and other organizations that

approximately sixteen drops of plain bleach (sodium hypochlorite) or iodine per gallon be added to treat the source water before purifying. This should kill minute pathogens such as

viruses in approximately 30 minutes. The disinfectant will then be removed from the treated water entirely, including its odor and taste. For more information in this regard, please

reference: http://www.cdc.gov/travel/page/water-treatment.htm -or- http://water.epa.gov/drink/emerprep/emergencydisinfection.cfm. When water purifier is not used regularly, remove

purification elements from system and allow to air dry. Store purification elements dry. Until first activated, purification elements can be stored indefinitely. Do not allow wet

purification elements to freeze. Do not place purification elements in dishwasher or microwave oven purification elements are bacteriostatic, Never

wash purification elements with cleaning detergents or soap. Not intended for use with saltwater.

Your purification elements are powerful enough to removered food coloring from water; this feature allows you to make sure your system is

operating properly. Simply fill the upper chamber with water and add one teaspoon of artificial red food coloring per gallon capacity of your system. If the red food coloring is removed

entirely, your purification system is working properly. If not, check to make sure that the wing nuts on your elements are securely tightened then re-run the test. We recommend this

test be done upon first use then at six-month intervals.

purification elements have a two-year prorated warranty calculated in six months intervals. New Millennium Concepts, Ltd. will replace or repair any product that it

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do not boil

GENERAL WARRANTY INFORMATION

New Millennium Concepts, Ltd. warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 1 year from date of purchase.

deems is not

properly functioning during the stated warranty period. Relief under this warranty is limited to the replacement or repair of defective materials or workmanship only. New Millennium

Concepts, Ltd. shall not be held liable for incidental or consequential damage to personal property from, but not limited to, a defective unit, improper use, abuse, accident, or neglect,

etc. New Millennium Concepts, Ltd. shall not be responsible for any damage or loss other than for the product purchased. It is the customers responsibility to prevent misuse of the

system and to replace parts when, due to the natural course of wear and tear, they must be replaced. No warranty will apply to units which have been used for purposes not intended,

which have been altered so as, in the manufacturers judgment, to affect adversely its performance. This warranty is for the original retail purchaser only, and cannot be transferred.

Repair or replacement of parts will be made upon delivery to manufacturer's plant or authorized service dealer at customer's expense. The laws of the State of Texas, USA, will

govern any disputes regarding this warranty or claim made. This warranty which is given expressly in lieu of all warranties, expressed or implied, or merchantability and fitness for a

particular purpose, constitutes the only warranty made by New Millennium Concepts, Ltd.

Failure to read, thoroughly understand, and follow all instructions may result in injury, water damage, or voiding of the warranty! It is the assembler’s responsibility to make

sure all components are properly assembled and installed using the instructions provided. While your system should not have any leaking problems, there is always

the chance that a leak might occur due to being improperly assembled or perhaps a faulty part. In an overabundance of caution, we recommend that for the first 24 hours the

filled system be placed in an area wherein if such a leak were to occur, the resulting spillage would not damage anything within the household.

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PRIMING THE PURIFICATION ELEMENTSBlack Berkey®

The micro-pores within the purification elements are extremely small, in fact they are small enough to filter food coloring from water. The benefit

from having such extremely small pores is that an exponential increase is realized in the efficiency at removing pathogenic bacteria and other waterborne

contaminates. Water tension may require that the purification elements be primed in order to flow properly. Water tension is higher in certain parts of the country and

can change from season to season. The higher the water tension, the More difficult it is for the water, using gravity pressure alone, to force the air from the micro-

pores of a new element. Priming your purification elements forces the air from the micro-pores of the element.

Do not discard priming button after purification elements have been primed. Re-prime elements after cleaning (see maintenance instructions below) and when

elements have been allowed to dry for a prolonged period of time.

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Notes When Traveling: When using the system in an area where treated water is not available, we recommend that the user bring along a bottle of clean water or a

water filter bottle to prime the purification elements. Using bottled water, have one person hold the element, with the priming button attached and

facing upward. Have a second person press the mouth of the bottled water against the priming button and squeeze until water is forced through the entire exterior

wall of the element and it begins to sweat beads of water. Alternatively, a water filter bottle can be used to prime the elements by inserting the

straw into the hole in the priming button and then squeezing until water is forced through the entire exterior wall of the element and it begins to sweat beads of water.

Sport Berkey

The purification

elements can also be primed using the

(purchased

separately). The

is a hand-powered priming

pump that makes it possible to prime

Elements easily, without

the need for faucets or hose connections.

Priming the Elements

saturates the filters with water prior to their

use, allowing for clean water production