Please read and understand the complete instructions prior to assembly and use of your sauna. Customer agrees not to hold Dundalk LeisureCraft Inc. and any of its authorized dealers liable for improper installation, maintenance and repair of this product Requirements: 2 People (recommended) Carpenter’s Hammer...
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Dundalk LeisureCraft Eagles Nest Outdoor Sauna Assembly Instructions Index Sauna Base Preparation (Standard) – Page 3 Sauna Barrel Assembly (Standard) – Page 4 to 15 Standard Bench Installation (Standard) – Page 16 to 19 Electric Heater Installation (Option) – Page 20 to 22 Wood Heater Installation (Option) –...
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Dundalk LeisureCraft Eagles Nest Outdoor Sauna Assembly Instructions Sauna Base Preparation A solid base for your sauna is recommended and can be made from any of the following. Concrete Pad Wooden Deck Crushed Gravel Patio Stones/Paver Blocks minimum (Refer to the below chart for...
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Dundalk LeisureCraft Eagles Nest Outdoor Sauna Assembly Instructions Make sure the placement for your sauna is level with a slight slope to the back for drainage. Lay the 2 floor pieces on the ground. Connect the tongue and groove of the 2 floor pieces together ensuring the at both ends are flush.
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Dundalk LeisureCraft Eagles Nest Outdoor Sauna Assembly Instructions Place the front bottom stave at the front of the floor assembly making sure it is flush at either end. Using 2 ½” (64mm) screws, screw the front bottom stave into the floor spacing the screws out 6-8”...
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Dundalk LeisureCraft Eagles Nest Outdoor Sauna Assembly Instructions Line the support from the side panel to the support on the front bottom wall and secure with 2 ½” (64mm) screws. Square up the front and back walls and fasten a wall stave to each end for support.
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Dundalk LeisureCraft Eagles Nest Outdoor Sauna Assembly Instructions Ensure it is tight to the bottom stave and side panel The groove in the door frame will fit around the side wall and the bottom stave. Once door is square, screw a 2 ½” (64mm) screw into the center hole of the bottom door hinge.
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Dundalk LeisureCraft Eagles Nest Outdoor Sauna Assembly Instructions For additional support, add a wall stave to this side of the sauna as well. Slide the top front wall over the door and onto the side panels. Use a rubber mallet to tap into place if needed.
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Dundalk LeisureCraft Eagles Nest Outdoor Sauna Assembly Instructions Place the top back panel onto the middle wall panel. Secure the panels to each other following the same process as the front wall. Using a measuring tape, mark the center of the sauna.
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Dundalk LeisureCraft Eagles Nest Outdoor Sauna Assembly Instructions Fasten the top support pieces together and to the middle wall supports on both sides with 2 ½” (64mm) screws ensuring the edges are flush. Starting at the bottom of the wall, Screw a wall stave to the front and back walls using 2 ½”...
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Dundalk LeisureCraft Eagles Nest Outdoor Sauna Assembly Instructions Use the provided block to “tap” the wall staves into each other. Failing to use the block could result in damage to the “tongue” of the staves. Build the wall upwards ensuring staves are tapped down tight to each other and they are flush on the ends.
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Dundalk LeisureCraft Eagles Nest Outdoor Sauna Assembly Instructions Square up the roof overhang with the sauna and tap the notches into the walls of the sauna. Ensure the notch on the overhang roof piece lines up with the corner wall.
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Dundalk LeisureCraft Eagles Nest Outdoor Sauna Assembly Instructions When placing the roof peak in at the the top, there will be a slight bulge. Use the mallet to “finesse” these pieces to fit correctly. Once the peak looks perfect, screw all the roof staves in place at either end and into the middle support with 2 ½”...
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Dundalk LeisureCraft Eagles Nest Outdoor Sauna Assembly Instructions Start with a 1” (25mm) overhang and fasten to the roof staves using 1 ½” (38mm) screws spacing them approximately every 12” (305mm) Continue to add the shingle strips working up to the peak on both sides.
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Dundalk LeisureCraft Eagles Nest Outdoor Sauna Assembly Instructions Ensure the peak is flush at the top and fasten the trim using the 1 ½” (38mm) pre placed screws. Screw in all the remaining screws and then repeat for the back of sauna.
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Dundalk LeisureCraft Eagles Nest Outdoor Sauna Assembly Instructions To start the assembly of sauna benches, bring in the 4 support brackets and place 2 on each side of the sauna. Place the bench seat down on the support brackets. Line the support crossers on the bottom of the bench to the bench supports.
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Dundalk LeisureCraft Eagles Nest Outdoor Sauna Assembly Instructions Locate your end bench supports and pre place 2 ½” (64mm) screws in the pre drilled holes. Ensure the bench is level, place the end bench supports snug to the bottom of the bench and fasten to the back wall with 2 ½”...
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Dundalk LeisureCraft Eagles Nest Outdoor Sauna Assembly Instructions Bring the backrest in and place against the wall. Fasten the backrest to the wall by screwing between the slats to make the screws less visible. Repeat the bench assembly process for the opposite side bench.
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Dundalk LeisureCraft Eagles Nest Outdoor Sauna Assembly Instructions • If a changeroom is chosen, assemble the changeroom benches in the same manner as the sauna benches. To install the standard porch seats, screw the leg into the end of the seat with 2 ½ ” (64mm) screws.
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Dundalk LeisureCraft Eagles Nest Outdoor Sauna Assembly Instructions The following installation instructions are for the Helo Cup (Saaku) electric heater. Always refer to the original sauna heater manual for confirmation. Always Read all instructions carefully. Measure the proper distances for the heater template according to the heater manufacturers instructions.
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Dundalk LeisureCraft Eagles Nest Outdoor Sauna Assembly Instructions Locate the pieces for your heater guard. They consist of the following: (A) 2 - Assembled side pieces (B) 2 - heater guard support 4 – 2 ½” (64mm) screws 8 – 1 ½” (38mm) screws Stand the 2 Assembled side pieces (A) of the heater guard on edge with pre-drilled holes on the bottom.
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Dundalk LeisureCraft Eagles Nest Outdoor Sauna Assembly Instructions Rinse the rocks with water before placing in the heater. Carefully place the rocks loosely so that the air can circulate through the heater. Packing the rocks too tightly may cause the heater high limit switch to trip.
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Dundalk LeisureCraft Eagles Nest Outdoor Sauna Assembly Instructions To install the wood burning heater, lift the heater into the hole in the back of the sauna. * Woodstove is very heavy and 2 people are recommended for lifting. Secure the wood stove with the provided 1 ½” (38mm) lag screws.
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Dundalk LeisureCraft Eagles Nest Outdoor Sauna Assembly Instructions Insert the flanged end of the chimney head onto the elbow firmly. * Some finessing may be required. Ensure that the flanged end of the chimney is securely in place Rinse the rocks with water before placing in the heater.
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Dundalk LeisureCraft Eagles Nest Outdoor Sauna Assembly Instructions Start by removing all protective film from the stainless steel pieces before installation. Install the floor plate centered between the benches at the back wall. Using 2 people, place the Harvia M3 Heater centered on the floor plate.
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Dundalk LeisureCraft Eagles Nest Outdoor Sauna Assembly Instructions Using a pencil or pen, trace around the outside of the adapter pipe. Measure out 1” (25mm) past your circle and draw another line. This will be the line you cut out so the chimney pipe will fit through.
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Dundalk LeisureCraft Eagles Nest Outdoor Sauna Assembly Instructions Connect the short chimney connector to the adapter pipe using the stainless steel screws provided with the chimney kit. Slide the short Chimney connector through the hole and insert the chimney adapter into the back of the stove.
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Dundalk LeisureCraft Eagles Nest Outdoor Sauna Assembly Instructions Attach middle chimney connector to the “T” with provided screws. Attach rain guard to top chimney piece and secure with provided screws. Wrap the chimney support strap around chimney and use the provided nut and bolt to secure.
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Dundalk LeisureCraft Eagles Nest Outdoor Sauna Assembly Instructions Tighten up the chimney support brackets with a 7/16” (11mm) socket or wrench until snug. Attach chimney top onto chimney and secure with provided screws. Connect the stove handle to the door with the 2 provided screws.
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Dundalk LeisureCraft Vent Kit Assembly Instructions (Optional) In most cases, venting is not required for proper sauna function, however it increases air flow circulation as well as ventilation when the sauna is not in use. Many people prefer not to install vents in pre fabricated saunas.
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Dundalk LeisureCraft Vent Kit Assembly Instructions (Optional) * A 2” diameter hole saw was used in pictures but Drill inlet holes centered underneath the heater. more holes with a smaller drill size will also work) (if sauna is being installed with a wood heater,...
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Sauna Light Assembly Instructions (Optional) If a light is ordered, Dundalk Leisurecraft supplies the light fixture only. The light switch and any other electric components need to be purchased separately and should be installed according to the light manufacturers instructions and by a licensed electrician.
Dundalk LeisureCraft Sauna Light Assembly Instructions (Optional) You can also install on the ceiling. ( Do not install light where you may hit your head on it) Installing the light under one of the benches can create a relaxing ambiance within the sauna that many customers enjoy.
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Congratulations on the assembly of your new Eagles Nest Outdoor Sauna! For assistance in the assembly of your Cedar Pod sauna please visit our support page at: https://www.dundalkleisurecraft.com/support/ Or to view the assembly process got to: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qhrg92yCcWs ph: 519-923-9813 | info@dundalkleisurecraft.com| web: www.dundalkleisurecraft.com...
This natural weathering will not harm the wood or impair the sauna’s performance. If you wish to retain the natural color of your Dundalk Leisurecraft Sauna, you can apply a stain with a UV inhibitor that resists weathering. (Thompsons Water Seal or any Sikkens Cetol 1 Stain are good choices.) Note: never treat the interior of the room, and never apply paint or varnish to the exterior.
WARRANTY Dundalk LeisureCraft Inc. warrants our saunas against defects in materials and workmanship under normal/residential use for a period of five (5) years, as applicable, from the date of receipt of the product by the original end-user consumer. This warranty does not apply to normal wear and tear and/or natural weather conditions.
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