Instructions For Harvia Heater Use
Piling of the Sauna Stones
The piling of the sauna stones has a great effect on the functioning of the heater (figure 1).
Important information on sauna stones:
The stones are provided with the sauna, but if you choose to buy additional stones, please see below:
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The stones should be 5–10 cm in diameter.
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Use solely angular split-face sauna stones that are intended for use in a heater. Peridotite,
olivine-dolerite and olivine are suitable stone types.
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Neither light, porous ceramic “stones“ nor soft soapstones should be used in the heater. They do
not absorb enough heat when warmed up. This can result in damage in heating elements.
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Wash off dust from the stones before piling them into the heater.
Please note when placing the stones:
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Do not drop stones into the heater.
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Do not wedge stones between the heating elements.
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Place the stones sparsely to ensure that air can circulate between them.
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Pile the stones so that they support each other instead of lying their weight on the heating
elements.
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Do not form a high pile of stones on top of the heater.
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No such objects or devices should be placed inside the heater stone space or near the heater that
could change the amount or direction of the air flowing through the heater.
Figure 1. Piling of the sauna stones
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