Are there better options?

I haven’t found any better options. The bulb tends to collapse but it just takes patience.

I dont understand the need to prime a filter. Is it to just get it Saturated before use? If so, could I just soak the filters in a bucket before use?

We found that it was far better to have the black berkey primer to completely saturate our replacement filters. On the first set filters, we just soaked them - and it took a long time to filter the added water every day. When we replaced the filters and primed them - it was like magic - the water filters so quickly. We won't do it any other way now.

Can this be used for the fluoride filters?

We just with through completely cleaning our Black Berkey filters and replacing the PF-2 Fluoride filters. The instructions said it wouldn't work with the fluoride filters. You have to fully wash the outside of those with soap and water anyway, and we accomplished priming on the PF-2's by using the faucet. Maybe, you could rig something up as the previous poster described but since it's safe for it, I found the faucet faster on those particular filters.

I lost the little tan colored washer for priming my black filters. Do I still need it with this?

I just used the black washers that keep the filters from leaking. Placed it on the filter, pressed a garden hose up against it and voila. I will be getting the primer, but need to think about how to make a SHTF primer. Berkey does say that the filters can be soaked for 12 hours to get 50-75% capacity. Before I did anything to prime my dry filters, 2 filters were processing 1.5 gallons in about 4 hours. If it works, it works.

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Black Primer for Use with Gravity-Fed Water Filter Systems Equipped with Black Berkey Elements

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Brand
Berkey
Color
Black
Global Trade Identification Number
Manufacturer
Berkey
Material
Carbon
Specific Uses For Product
Faucets

💧Hand-powered priming pump

♻️Backflush purging for filter longevity

⚙️Dual-valve reversible design

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Color
Black
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Description

💧 Unlock peak filter performance—prime, purge, and pour with ease!

COMPACT PORTABLE - Lightweight, easy-to-assemble design fits seamlessly into your emergency kit or outdoor gear.
EXTEND FILTER LIFE - Backflush function clears debris without harsh scraping, saving you money and hassle.
SPEED UP FILTRATION - Eliminates trapped air pockets to boost water flow rate—get clean water faster, every time.
DUAL VALVE PRECISION - Reversible valves enable both priming and backflushing, maximizing filter efficiency and lifespan.
PRIME ANYWHERE ANYTIME - Hand-powered pump lets you prep filters without plumbing or pressurized water—perfect for off-grid pros.

The Black Berkey Primer is a hand-operated pump designed exclusively for Black Berkey Elements, enabling quick and efficient priming without the need for pressurized water. Its innovative dual-valve system allows both priming and backflushing, removing trapped air and debris to enhance filtration speed and extend filter life. Compact and portable, it’s an essential tool for off-grid living, emergency preparedness, and everyday water independence.

Specifications

ASIN	B00KY605W8
Best Sellers Rank	#59,693 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #93 in Camping & Hiking Water Filters #1,278 in Water Filtration & Softeners
Brand	Berkey
Brand Name	Berkey
Color	Black
Customer Reviews	4.3 out of 5 stars 1,826 Reviews
Global Trade Identification Number	00199284005143
Manufacturer	Berkey
Manufacturer Part Number	PRIMER-BBP
Material	Carbon
Material Type	Carbon
Model Number	COMINHKPR69752
Power Source	Manual
Product Style	Berkey Primer
Specific Uses For Product	Faucets
Style	Berkey Primer
UPC	094922347909 787543888363 791769327629 199284005143 798837410986
Unit Count	1 Count

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