SaunaFin Clear Western Red Cedar Assembly Instructions Manual

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Cedar Barrel Sauna Assembly

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Requirements:

2 People (recommended)

* Carpenter's Hammer

* Step Ladder

* Cordless Drill (we supply the bit)

* Tape Measure

Carpenter's Level

* Rubber Mallet

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Page 1 Cedar Barrel Sauna Assembly Instructions Requirements: 2 People (recommended) * Carpenter’s Hammer * Step Ladder * Cordless Drill (we supply the bit) * Tape Measure Carpenter’s Level * Rubber Mallet View Assembly Process on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2xtYPKTLAUg...
Page 2 Sauna Base Preparation A solid base for your sauna is recommended and can be made from any of the following. Wooden Deck Concrete Pad Crushed Gravel Patio Stones/Paver Blocks (Refer to product drawings for minimum base requirements) It is recommended to build your base larger than required to provide a sitting area for cooling off during your sauna session.
Page 3 Cedar Barrel Sauna Assembly Instructions *Please note that the number of Barrel Cradles supplied depends on the overall length of the sauna. *Saunas with an overall length of 10’ or greater have 3 cradles while saunas that are less than 10’ have 2. *Please Refer to the diagram on the right for the correct configuration of your sauna and options.
Page 4 Cedar Barrel Sauna Assembly Instructions Secure stave into cradle using 2 ½” screws. Repeat for remaining cradles. *Always ensure that you have the correct screw length so that there will be enough thread to hold, and especially, so that the screw does not go all the way through the material and come out the other side.
Page 5 Cedar Barrel Sauna Assembly Instructions Use rubber mallet to tap wall into back groove. Repeat this process to install the door panel on the front wall. Make sure the door is centered with the middle stave. Use the top stave to go from the front wall to back wall to help stabilize the sauna.
Page 6 Cedar Barrel Sauna Assembly Instructions Install the front half moon side wall panels. Screw into place at the top and bottom with 2 ½” screws. Repeat for back wall. * Note that the bench brackets face inside of sauna. Once both ends are on, start installing the wall staves.
Page 7 Cedar Barrel Sauna Assembly Instructions Install a few staves at a time, alternating sides. Secure every 2 stave on the bottom of the sauna with the provided 2 ½” nails to hold staves in place. ( If required) When installing the staves, tap tightly together while leaving as much of a gap as possible between stave and wall using the pencil line as a guide as in picture.
Page 8 Cedar Barrel Sauna Assembly Instructions When you reach the top, you will find that the last wall stave doesn't look like it fits properly, this is normal. Assemble the steel bands by sliding the rod with a nut on one end through the other and secure with a second nut.
Page 9 Cedar Barrel Sauna Assembly Instructions Measure all around the sauna to ensure the measurement of the bands are consistent. Secure band in same manner as previous step. Snug up bands with the cordless drill. Use the rubber mallet to tap the staves out & in as needed to get the last wall stave and top stave to sit properly together.
Page 10 Add a Spacer to the Top Sauna Stave Locate the Top Stave with the 2 concave sides. Remove all the screws out of the stave Insert square spacer in between the two stave halves. Screw all pieces back together with 3” screws Reinstall the now wider Top Stave following the sauna assembly instructions.
Page 11 Making the Top Sauna Stave Narrower Locate the Top Stave with the 2 concave sides. Remove all the screws out of the stave Measure from flat edge ¾” on each stave and safely cut to make staves thinner. ¾” ¾” A circular saw or table saw is best for cutting the staves.
Page 12 Cedar Barrel Sauna Assembly Instructions The front and back bands should be 2” from the end of the staves. * Space out middle bands according to sauna size and how many bands are included. Tighten all bands as tight as possible. * Don’t be worried about making them too tight, you cannot overtighten! Center outer the door handle (small) on outside of the door and...
Page 13 Cedar Barrel Sauna Assembly Instructions Install towel hanger at desired height on outer wall using 1 1/2” screws. If ordered, Install the thermometer centered above the door using a 1 ½ ” screw. • The main structure of your Cedar Barrel Sauna is complete. •...
Page 14 Cedar Barrel Sauna Assembly Instructions Start the assembly of your standard benches by installing the flat floor. (If Purchased) Ensure the flat floor is centered in sauna and that it is level, you can use the door frame to confirm if it is level.
Page 15 Cedar Barrel Sauna Assembly Instructions Secure benches to wall supports by attaching with 1 ½” screws. Ensure to screw in between the bench seat slats so that the screws are not visible. Space out the bench supports under the crossers on the bottom of the benches.
Page 16 Cedar Barrel Sauna Assembly Instructions To install the standard porch seats, screw the legs into the end of the seats with 2 ½ ” screws. Attach the angled brace from the seat to the leg with 2 ½ ” screws. Use a level or carpenters square to make to make sure the porch seat is level.
Page 17 Cedar Barrel Sauna Assembly Instructions Secure the leg to the floor using a 2 ½” screw. Repeat on other porch bench ensuring they are level with each other.
Page 18 Cedar Barrel Sauna Assembly Instructions Start the assembly of your Ensure the flat floor is centered in sauna and signature benches by that it is level, you can use the door frame to installing the flat floor. confirm if it is level. Install the wall brackets with 3 pcs 2 ½”...
Page 19 Cedar Barrel Sauna Assembly Instructions Repeat for all 4 sides. wall) (2 on the front wall and 2 on the back * Remove the front wall enclosures from the sauna. Bring both sauna bench seats in and place on sauna wall brackets * Do not fasten yet.
Page 20 Cedar Barrel Sauna Assembly Instructions Using 1- 2 ½” screw, fasten the bottom of the seat Screwing from the bottom up into the seat support bracket to the bottom stave of barrel sauna. bracket, use 3 – 2 ½” screws to secure the seat bracket to the bench 4 screws in each enclosure, 2 in front and 2 in the Install the front enclosure by fastening to the front...
Page 21 Cedar Barrel Sauna Assembly Instructions Screw the seats in place using the same method as in 4 screws in each seat, 2 in front and 2 in the back. previous step. Screw between the seat boards to make the screws less visible.
Page 22 Cedar Barrel Sauna Assembly Instructions To install the porch signature bench, first position the floor making sure it is level. Secure the sauna floor to the sauna staves with 2 ½” screws. Screwing between the floor boards will make the screws less visible.
Page 23 Cedar Barrel Sauna Assembly Instructions Position the assembled bench on the porch floor and up against the front wall of the barrel Sauna. Using a level, make sure the bench is level and square to the porch floor.. Fasten the assembled porch bench to the front wall using 2 ½” screws. (5pcs- 3 on the seat and 2 on the front wall enclosure) 6.
Page 24 Cedar Barrel Sauna Assembly Instructions Install the flat floor in the middle of the sauna making sure it is level. Using the pre drilled holes, assemble the lounge bench support to the longer front lower bench wall using 2” screws. Position assembly in place and secure to sauna walls and floor using 5- 2 ½”...
Page 25 Cedar Barrel Sauna Assembly Instructions Ensure bench is flush with bench support and secure with 2 ½” screws in pre drilled holes. * If sauna is purchased with wood burning heater, repeat process for opposite bench. * If electric heater is chosen, continue onto next step.
Page 26 Cedar Barrel Sauna Assembly Instructions If the porch option is selected, start by installing the floor ensuring it is level. Secure with 2” screws between the floor boards into the barrel wall. Assemble the 2 pieces for the porch seat together using 2 ½”...
Page 27 Cedar Barrel 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.
Page 28 Cedar Barrel 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. Hang the heater on the two upper screws. Rinse the rocks with water before placing in the heater.
Page 29 Cedar Barrel 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” screws 8 – 1 ½” screws Stand the 2 Assembled side pieces (A) of the heater guard on edge with pre-drilled holes on the bottom.
Page 30 Standard Wood Stove Installation 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 provided 1 ½” lag screws. Repeat for all 16 holes.
Page 31 Standard Wood Stove Installation 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. *Operate the heater for an hour with the sauna door fully open to burn off any residual coating from the manufacturing process before using.
Page 32 Harvia Wood Stove Installation Start by removing all protective film from stainless steel parts before installation. Install floor protecting sheet against back wall centered between benches. Install back wall shield centered over chimney hole with 1 ½” screws. Remove the rear chimney cover from the stove.
Page 33 Cedar Barrel Sauna Assembly Instructions Harvia Wood Stove Installation Insert the Chimney adapter into rear hole tapping with a rubber mallet until it is snug. Bring stove into position, centered in front of hole, about 6” away from wall. Place the short connector through the hole in the sauna from the outside.
Page 34 Cedar Barrel Sauna Assembly Instructions Harvia Wood Stove Installation Insert the “T” connector to the short connector ensuring it is straight. Secure with provided screws. Attach the chimney cover plates using 1 ½” screws ensuring halves are level. *Top Plate should overlap the bottom plate. Attach middle chimney connector to the “T”...
Page 35 Cedar Barrel Sauna Assembly Instructions Harvia Wood Stove Installation Wrap the chimney support strap around chimney and use the provided nut and bolt to secure. *Snug up only hand tight Attach chimney support braces to the sauna using 1 ½” screws. Ensure not to screw into any seams.
Page 36 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. Generally, you have access to add a vent to your sauna once assembled if it is deemed necessary.
Page 37 Vent Kit Assembly Instructions (Optional) On the wall away from the Install Stainless Vent cover on the outside heater, close to the top, drill using 1-1/2” stainless steel screws. (6pcs) holes in the same manner as the previous step Install the cedar vent cover on the inside of the sauna with a 1 ½”...
Page 38 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. We cannot supply any other electrical components needed to wire up the light.
Page 39 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.
Page 40 Congratulations on the assembly of your new Western Red Cedar Barrel Sauna!
Page 41: Warranty
MAINTAINING YOUR SAUNA AFTER INSTALLATION 1. Wash the layer of rock dust off of the sauna rocks before using them. 2. When your sauna is set up and working you should “break-in” the sauna before using it for the first time. Turn it on its highest setting and keep it like that for about 1 hour.

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