Electrical Set-Up Before Delivery Of Your Sauna - Cal Spas Cal Heat CU-100 Owner's Manual

Provide A View With Your Sauna
Think about the direction you will be facing when sitting in your sauna. Do you have a special
landscaped area in your yard that you find enjoyable? Perhaps there is an area that catches a
soothing breeze during the day and lovely sunset in the evening. Consider these things when
you plan your location.
Keep Your Sauna Clean
Prevent dirt and contaminants from being tracked into your sauna by using a foot mat at the
entrance where the occupants can clean their feet before entering your sauna.
Allow For Service Access
Many people choose to install a decorative structure around their sauna. If you are installing
your sauna with any type of structure on the outside (OD-100 and OD-200 models only),
remember to allow access for service. It is always best to design special installations so that the
sauna can still be accessed.

Electrical Set-Up Before Delivery of Your Sauna

IMPORTANT:: When installed in the United States, the electrical wiring of this sauna must meet
the requirements of the National Electric Code (NEC) and any applicable state or local codes.
The electrical circuit must be installed by an electrical contractor and approved by a local
building/ electrical inspector.
1. All 240V saunas must be permanently connected (hard wired) to the power supply. 120V
saunas may use a G.F.C.I. cord, plugged into a dedicated grounded outlet. Supplying power
to a sauna which is not inaccordance with these instructions will void both the independent
testing agency's listing and the manufacturer's warranty.
2. The power supplied to the sauna must be on a dedicated circuit with no other appliances or
lights shaing the power.
3. To determine the current, voltage, and wire size required for the sauna configuration to be
connected, refer to the following:
• Wire size must be appropriate per NEC and/or local codes.
• Wire size is determined by length of run from breaker box to sauna and maximum current
draw.
• We recommend copper wire with THHN insulation.
• All wiring must be copper to ensure adequate connections. Do not use aluminum wire.
• When using wire larger than #6 (10mm2), add a junction box near the spa and reduce to
short lengths of #6 (10mm2) wire between the junction box and the sauna.
4. The electrical supply for the sauna must include a suitably rated switch or circuit breaker to
open all ungrounded supply conductors to comply with Section 422-20 of the National
Electric Code, NSI/NFPA 70. The disconnection point must be readily accessible to the
sauna's occupant. Check with local municipalities for additional code requirements.
5. The electrical circuit for the sauna must include a suitable ground fault circuit interrupter
(GFCI) as required by NEC Article 680-42.
Sauna Owner's Manual
LTR20071007, Rev. A
Preparing for Your New Sauna
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