Berkey Light® System With Base (No LED) – 2.75 Gallons
The Berkey Light® System – 2.75 Gallons is a lightweight, multi-use gravity water filtration system designed for home use, camping, hunting, traveling, off-grid living, and emergency preparedness. Its durable non-BPA/BPS co-polyester construction makes it ideal for both indoor and outdoor environments.
This system is available in two configurations:
Cloth Lid
Includes a breathable Cloth Lid that helps keep out dust, particles, and contaminants during filtration.
Black Berkey® Purification Elements
The system includes Black Berkey® Purification Elements, tested by State and EPA-accredited laboratories to exceed NSF/ANSI Standard 53. Each pair can purify up to approximately 6,000 gallons and removes or reduces bacteria, heavy metals, pharmaceuticals, VOCs, pesticides, herbicides, chlorine, and more.
Berkey PF-2™ Fluoride and Arsenic Reduction Elements (Sold Separately)
These optional PF-2™ elements attach to the bottom of the Black Berkey® Purification Elements to absorb fluoride, arsenic, and other residual heavy metal ions. Sold in sets of two.
Berkey® Standard Spigot
The system includes a BPA-free, FDA-approved polypropylene spigot. Replacements can be purchased separately if needed.
Berkey Base™
A sturdy elevated base is included, allowing cups, bottles, and containers to easily fit under the spigot during dispensing.
Included in the Box
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(1) Upper and lower chambers
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(1) Berkey Base™
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(2) Black Berkey® Purification Elements (expandable to 4)
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(1) Cloth Lid
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(1) Berkey® Standard Spigot
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(2) Berkey® Light System Blocking Plugs
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(2) Washers
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(1) Priming button
Berkey® stainless steel and co-polyester components are assembled in the USA from U.S. and imported parts. Black Berkey® Purification Elements are made and assembled in the USA.
About the Berkey Light® System With Base (No LED) – 2.75 Gallons
This system comes standard with 2 Black Berkey® Purification Elements and is ideal for 1–4 people for everyday use. It can be expanded to hold up to 4 purification elements for increased filtration speed.
Specifications
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Storage capacity: 2.75 gallons / 10.41 liters
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Maximum flow rate (2 elements): up to 4 gallons (15.2 L) per hour
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Maximum flow rate (4 elements): up to 7 gallons (26.5 L) per hour
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Compatible with up to 4 PF-2™ Fluoride and Arsenic Reduction Elements
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Height (without base): 21" (53.34 cm)
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Height (with base): 26.5" (67.31 cm)
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Diameter: 9" (22.86 cm)
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Shipping weight: approximately 6 lbs
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Made of non-BPA/BPS co-polyester that does not retain or leach odors
Flow rate is based on a full upper chamber and decreases as water level drops.
How to Assemble the Berkey Light® System With Base (No LED) – 2.75 Gallons
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Wash hands and clean the system before assembly.
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Remove all components from packaging and verify contents.
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Prime the Black Berkey® Purification Elements.
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Place the large sealing washer on the threaded stem of each element.
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Insert each element through the holes in the base of the upper chamber.
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Secure each element using the provided wing nut.
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Place the upper chamber onto the lower chamber and position the lid.
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Install the spigot and ensure all seals are tight before first use.
Priming the Black Berkey® Purification Elements
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Attach the priming button or Primer™.
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Run water through the element until fully saturated.
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Install into the system once primed.
For additional Berkey® system resources, refer to official support materials.