Is this filter top heavy? It looks like it could topple easily.
174725
As far as "Top Heavy" - of course when it's first filled and all the water is in the top section, it will have more weight in the upper portion. I've had mine for going on 10 years and never had any problems. Mine sits on a level kitchen counter in a house that does not move. If you use it in a moving vehicle, earthquake, or hurricane, it might be best to secure it so it would not turn over. That holds true for about anything. The smaller bottom stand is optional. It allows placing a glass under the tap. The unit is well balanced and well made. Someone would really have to exert efforts to make it turn over.
174726
As far as "Top Heavy" - of course when it's first filled and all the water is in the top section, it will have more weight in the upper portion. I've had mine for going on 10 years and never had any problems. Mine sits on a level kitchen counter in a house that does not move. If you use it in a moving vehicle, earthquake, or hurricane, it might be best to secure it so it would not turn over. That holds true for about anything. The smaller bottom stand is optional. It allows placing a glass under the tap.The unit is well balanced and well made. Someone would really have to exert efforts to make it turn over. As far as "Top Heavy" - of course when it's first filled and all the water is in the top section, it will have more weight in the upper portion. I've had mine for going on 10 years and never had any problems. Mine sits on a level kitchen counter in a house that does not move. If you use it in a moving vehicle, earthquake, or hurricane, it might be best to secure it so it would not turn over. That holds true for about anything. The smaller bottom stand is optional. It allows placing a glass under the tap.The unit is well balanced and well made. Someone would... » Read More As far as "Top Heavy" - of course when it's first filled and all the water is in the top section, it will have more weight in the upper portion. I've had mine for going on 10 years and never had any problems. Mine sits on a level kitchen counter in a house that does not move. If you use it in a moving vehicle, earthquake, or hurricane, it might be best to secure it so it would not turn over. That holds true for about anything. The smaller bottom stand is optional. It allows placing a glass under the tap.The unit is well balanced and well made. Someone would really have to exert efforts to make it turn over. « Show Less
174727
that's the least of its problems. when you fill it with water the filters tend to break off of their bases and berkey wont warranty anything. you are better off sourcing filters from amazon of a different brand, buy two food grade buckets and a spout and make your own more durable setup for under 75 bucks.
174728
As long as it's in a flat, solid surface, even with a full top drum, it stands very securely.
174729
Filter not top heavy however container subject to cracking if not cared for properly.
174730
Not unless you completely fill the top with water and there is none in the bottom. That would only be the case after a cleaning. Even then it never gets bumped hard enough to fall over while being on the counter. I would recommend one of the metal ones tho. I had this one and it started to crack around the spicket after a year. We replaced it and love the Big Berkey.
1849101
I don't think that would work very well because it's all gravity fed once it hits the filter. Also, the replacement filters are expensive and have been out of stock.
1586458
It is, but keep in mind that it is collapsible. So, I think if you don't fill it to the top, it should be alright .
1194331
It falls and falls same as your mom's. I'm just using it because I still have many filters, but I guess I could buy a different model that can use the same type of filters. This model is the cheapest. That why I bought it: wrong decision.
2278544
The top is the only part that opens and then the turtle would have to get through the plastic contained filter... I don't think the it would be able to lift the top, it is pretty heavy. I hope this helps you!
1168644
I found it is easiest if you remove the filter add a some dish soap and half a tank of water shake it to stir then turn it over and shake up and down vigorously. As long as you not holding onto the white top it will fall out once the soap loosens it.
21589
It is very thin. Ours was a square 1/2 thick filter. This one fits in the same area but is about a cm thinks so it does not fully seal.
2185847
Yes. Just remove the filter. Fill-up with water and then turn the entire unit upside down, in a sink. The pressure from the water causes the top section to fall out effortlessly.
1109624
It's a bit tricky. U have to get ur fingers on each side of the filter and pull it up. As long as ur fingers are across from each other and u pull it with equal pressure on both sides it should come out more easily.
890276
Not an expert but this filter is gravity fed so it needs to be below the water level so the water falls down into the filter.
2060849
You should be all right. There's a gauge on the system that tells you if the pressure is good enough. The Better the pressure the more efficient the filter is
1840948
I have a fairly powerful unit so I did not have a problem with the filter. It is pretty dense so it will reduce some of the airflow. But on the positive side, its easy to keep clean and reuse.
1803119
It works really well, however it is heavy when filled. I would suggest empting when half filled.
1760917
I never had any reason to fill it more than what fits below, so don't know. I don't know if the filter would float, but you would be mixing the waters.
1151230
I think it's going to be solid, but not so gentle. I use it for my 20 gallon. I have it place near the top and aiming at the side glass, but i still can see fish at the bottom sways by the flow.
2278543
This has a top, I don't see how he can open this, unless it is dislodged when climbing upon it. Filters are in slots on inside of rock formation, approximately 2 inches from top, turtle would be standing on his head to get these filters. Top is fairly heavy
1240487
Hi, good question. I became curious myself. When you open the top the filter pops out easily. Everything screws back together nicely without it.