720-0101
R. D. LD
01/26/15
Rev. 2
Page 7
Installation and Operation Instructions
Connecting to the chimney:
Check the fire safety of the chimney connection seal (use mineral wool or
ceramic fibre, if necessary).
Do not mount the light-duty flue to the heater. Attach the light-duty flue to
sauna structures only.
Ensure that the connecting flue duct diameter is correct and the joint is tight.
Other fireplaces on the same chimney:
Install one fireplace per chimney. Check fireplace function.
First heating: burning and other smells:
The first heating should be done in the sauna without rocks with the heater
connected to the chimney. The sauna must be thoroughly ventilated, and the
heater must be heated for an adequate length of time (min. 3 loads of firewood).
If the first heating is done outdoors, a minimum of 2-metre (6 ½) metal duct must be
used as a flue duct.
Sauna rocks, care and quality:
Use Saunatec-approved, prewashed rocks specifically intended for use in a
sauna heater (no ceramic).
Reload, and, depending on the frequency of use, replace sauna rocks at least
once a year.
Troubleshooting:
Stones that do not heat up:
Check the seal on chimney structures.
Reduce the draft.
Cleaning hatch is leaking.
Side panels and rear parts are overheating:
Check the seals on chimney and flue duct structures.
Overheating can shorten the useful service life of the chamber.
Ash drawer:
Empty the ash drawer regularly before each use.
