This powerful system purifies both treated water and untreated raw water from such sources as remote lakes, streams, stagnant ponds and water supplies in foreign countries, where regulations may be substandard at best. Perfect for outdoor activities and a must in hostile environments where electricity, water pressure or treated water may not be available.


Not yet available in Iowa, and California.


Features


* The all new Go Berkey Kit includes the Go Berkey system, one Black Berkey purification element, a Generic Sport Berkey Portable Water Purifier and a vinyl carrying case with pockets for compact and easy transportation.

* The Go Berkey system removes pathogenic bacteria, cysts and parasites entirely and extracts harmful chemicals such as herbicides, pesticides, VOCs, organic solvents, radon 222 and trihalomethanes. It also reduces nitrates, nitrites and unhealthy minerals such as lead and mercury. This system is so powerful it can remove food coloring from water without removing the beneficial minerals your body needs. Virtually no other system can duplicate this performance.

* PLEASE NOTE: The PF-2 post reduction filter elements will not fit the Go Berkey system.




Technical Specifications


* Constructed of highly polished 304 stainless steel the Kit comes complete with one purification element and utilizes the latest technological advances. This system has a storage capacity of about 1 quart and when in use it stands just over 14" in height with a diameter of 4”. The upper chamber nests within the lower chamber for transport and stands only 10” in height. The complete Go Berkey Kit weighs in at a mere 2.4 pounds, empty.

* Configured with one Black Berkey purification element the system will purify up to 1 Gallon per hour.*

* PLEASE NOTE: The PF-2 post reduction filter elements will not fit the Go Berkey system.

* The Generic Sport Berkey Portable Water Purifier Eliminates or Reduces up to 99.9% of:

* * Unpleasant taste and odors, cloudiness, silt, sediment and chlorine.
* * Toxic chemicals: Trihalomethanes, VOCs, detergents, pesticides, etc.
* * Harmful microscopic pathogens: Cryptosporidium, Giardia, E-coli >99.99999% and other pathogenic bacteria.
* * Heavy metals: Aluminum, Cadmium, Chromium, Copper, Lead, and Mercury.
* * Radiologicals: Radon 222

* Not yet available in Iowa. Only available in California until 12/31/2009.

* * Flow rate calculated with upper chamber full to top. Flow rate decreases as water level declines.

Extended Information




Sport Water Bottle Care and Use


Fill the Generic Sport Berkey® Portable Water Purifier with water, screw on cap and tighten securely to eliminate leaks. Flush water through filter by pulling down lever, so that straw is exposed, and squeeze water through filter & out the straw. Repeat this flushing process twice before drinking. This removes excess process dust from the filter. After 2 flushes, rinse the bottle & cap. Your filter bottle is now ready for use. Enjoy!




Maintenance and Storage


The Generic Sport Berkey Portable Water Purifier has a shelf life of 50 years. When the filter system will not be used for an extended period, flush the unit with a chlorinated solution of 1/4 tsp. per one half gallon of water. Allow to dry thoroughly with bottom cap removed. Re-assemble and stow. Do not allow filter to freeze, do not place in microwave oven and do not run hot water through the filter.