Sauna Owner’s Manual
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Preparing for Your New Sauna
Most cities and counties require permits for exterior construction and electrical circuits. In addition, some
communities have codes requiring residential barriers such as fencing and/or self-closing gates on prop-
erty to prevent unsupervised access to the property by children under the age of 5. Your dealer can pro-
vide information on which permits may be required and how to obtain them prior to the delivery of your
equipment.
Planning the Best Location For Your Sauna
Here are some of the things that you will need to consider when determining where to place your new
sauna.
Safety First
• Do not place your sauna within 10’ (3m) of overhead power lines.
• Make sure it is positioned so that access to the equipment compartment and all side panels will not be
blocked. Be certain that your installation will meet all city and local safety codes and requirements.
Consider How You Will Use Your Sauna
How you intend to use your sauna will help you determine where you should position it. For example,
will you use your sauna for recreational or therapeutic purposes? If your sauna is mainly used for family
recreation, be sure to leave plenty of room around it for activity. If you will use it for relaxation and ther-
apy, you’ll probably want to create a specific mood around it.
NOTE: Only the OD-100 and the OD-200 models are meant for an outdoor application. The IR-100
and IR-200 models are meant for indoor use ONLY. The outside of these models have not
been treated for outdoor use. Extreme hot/cold conditions can cause the wood to blister, split and
warp. This will void the warranty of these particular models.
Plan for Your Environment
If you live in a climate with snowfall in the winter, place the sauna near a house entry. By doing this, you
will have a place to change clothes and not be uncomfortable. This would be a convenient way to go for
the location of your sauna outdoors.
Indoor installations require adequate ventilation. When the sauna is in use, considerable amounts of heat
and dryness are produced. This heat and dryness can damage walls and ceiling surfaces over a period of
time. Special paint is available to resist this damage.
Consider Your Privacy
In a cold- weather climate, bare trees won’t provide much privacy. Think of your sauna’s surroundings
during all seasons to determine your best privacy options. Consider the view of your neighbors as well,
when you plan the location of your sauna.
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