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GDI-8222-01 / GDI-8223-01 / GDI-8226-01 2, 3, & 6 Person Hybrid Saunas Owner’s Manual SAUNA IS FOR INDOOR/OUTDOOR USE 240VAC 30AMP/40AMP Circuit Required Carefully and thoroughly read this Owner’s Manual before using/operating the sauna. We recommend keeping this Owner’s Manual for regular review and future reference.
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Thank you for your purchase. As you remove the parts from the boxes, be sure to examine them for damages. If your unit has any damages or missing parts, please contact Golden Designs Inc. See the Warranty section for more information. A Certified Licensed Electrician will be needed to install the electrical wiring.
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FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND BE CAUTIOUS OF SAFETY SYMBOLS. All electrical wiring must be performed by a certified licensed electrician. Although this manual is a universal manual, the information within this manual is applicable to each sauna. High Voltage Symbol: Be cautious as there is the presence of a high voltage current that flows through the equipment! General Caution Symbol: Be cautious as the equipment uses electrical current that can cause serious injury.
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8. When the equipment is not going to be used for an extended period of time, you can disconnect the sauna from the power source or turn OFF the dedicated circuit breaker. 9. Allow 30 seconds between turning the control system “On” and “Off”. By allowing 30 seconds between powering the control system “On”...
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23. Never use the sauna in combination with alcohol, medication, or drugs. 24. Pregnant women should never use the sauna. Women should also not use the sauna during their menstrual cycle. 25. If you have any medical condition, you must consult with your medical doctor before using the sauna.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Visual Assembly Diagrams Parts Description Wall Panel Descriptions Assembly Instructions Sauna Control Panel Tips for Using Your Sauna Safety Instructions Safeguards for Your Sauna Warranty Warranty Card WARNING: Visually inspect all heaters before assembly to make sure they are not damaged.
*PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE ASSEMBLY* Visual Assembly Diagram GDI-8222-01 *THE ABOVE ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IS FOR A QUICK REFERENCE VISUAL GUIDE ONLY. ALL SAUNA MODELS MAY NOT BE SHOWN. PARTS AND ACCESSORIES DO VARY AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE HEATER COMPONENTS ARE ALREADY MOUNTED ON THE WALL PANELS.
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*PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE ASSEMBLY* Visual Assembly Diagram GDI-8223-01 *THE ABOVE ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IS FOR A QUICK REFERENCE VISUAL GUIDE ONLY. ALL SAUNA MODELS MAY NOT BE SHOWN. PARTS AND ACCESSORIES DO VARY AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE HEATER COMPONENTS ARE ALREADY MOUNTED ON THE WALL PANELS.
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*PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE ASSEMBLY* Visual Assembly Diagram GDI-8226-01 *THE ABOVE ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IS FOR A QUICK REFERENCE VISUAL GUIDE ONLY. ALL SAUNA MODELS MAY NOT BE SHOWN. PARTS AND ACCESSORIES DO VARY AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE HEATER COMPONENTS ARE ALREADY MOUNTED ON THE WALL PANELS.
*PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE ASSEMBLY* PARTS DESCRIPTION *THE ABOVE ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IS FOR A QUICK REFERENCE VISUAL GUIDE ONLY. ALL SAUNA MODELS MAY NOT BE SHOWN. PARTS AND ACCESSORIES DO VARY AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
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*PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE ASSEMBLY* PARTS DESCRIPTION *THE ABOVE ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IS FOR A QUICK REFERENCE VISUAL GUIDE ONLY. ALL SAUNA MODELS MAY NOT BE SHOWN. PARTS AND ACCESSORIES DO VARY AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
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*PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE ASSEMBLY* PARTS DESCRIPTION *THE ABOVE ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IS FOR A QUICK REFERENCE VISUAL GUIDE ONLY. ALL SAUNA MODELS MAY NOT BE SHOWN. PARTS AND ACCESSORIES DO VARY AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
Wall Panel Descriptions A. The wall panels can be seen in the image below. The control panels will be located on the RIGHT SIDE WALL PANEL and the speakers will be located on the REAR WALL PANEL. There will be a vent on the lower RIGHT SIDE WALL PANEL and a vent on the upper LEFT SIDE WALL PANEL.
1. The location must be dry, leveled, and away from any source of water. 2. The heater must be installed by a certified electrician. 3. Two adults are required for installation for GDI-8222-01. Three adults are required for installation of GDI-8223-01 and GDI-8226-01.
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4. Sauna Panels: MAIN INTERIOR FLOOR PANEL – LEFT SIDE WALL PANEL – REAR WALL PANEL – RIGHT SIDE WALL PANEL – INTERIOR FRONT WALL PANEL – EXTERIOR FRONT FLOOR PANEL – EXTERIOR FRONT ROOF PANEL – EXTERIOR FRONT WALL PANEL – INTERIOR ROOF PANEL –...
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Figure 3 D. Installing the RIGHT SIDE WALL PANEL and POWER SUPPLY 1. Place the RIGHT SIDE WALL PANEL up against the FLOOR PANEL and next to the REAR WALL PANEL. Use the buckles to latch the two wall panels together.
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E. Installing the INTERIOR FRONT WALL PANEL 1. Now it is time to install the INTERIOR FRONT WALL PANEL. Please note that the INTERIOR FRONT WALL PANEL will be screwed (5x40mm wood screws) to the side wall panels from the inside. (see Figure 5) Figure 5 F.
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2. Proceed to locate the EXTERIOR FRONT ROOF PANEL. It will need to be lifted and slid in between the side wall panels and into place. Use the provided (8) 5x40mm wood screws to secure the EXTERIOR FRONT ROOF PANEL in place.
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Figure 9 H. Installing the INTERIOR ROOF PANEL 1. Locate the INTERIOR ROOF PANEL. Note that the interior side has the ceiling light. The INTERIOR ROOF PANEL will need to be lifted up and onto the top of the sauna room. Press the INTERIOR ROOF PANEL down into place. Use the provided (14) 5x40mm wood screws to secure the INTERIOR ROOF PANEL in place.
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Installing the BENCH SUPPORTS and BENCHES 1. First, you will need to locate the support beam for the second level BENCH. This is only on GDI-8226-01. See Figure 12 and install the support beam accordingly using the provided 5x50mm wood screws. Use applicable screw to secure support beam...
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Figure 13 3. Third, you will need to locate the two BENCHES for the first and second level on GDI-8226-01 and the single BENCH on GDI-8222-01 and GDI-8223-01. Once located, proceed to slide the BENCHE(S) horizontally over the BENCH SUPPORTS. Be sure to connect harness for the LED lights on the BENCHES.
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Figure 14 J. Installing the EXTERIOR ROOF PANEL 1. It is time to put the EXTERIOR ROOF PANEL onto the sauna room. Notice that the finished edges go towards the outside. The two pieces will come together at the middle. Once both pieces of the EXTERIOR ROOF PANEL are installed, procced to screw the EXTERIOR ROOF PANEL down using the provided screws.
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Finished Edges Figure 15 Please Note: The EXTERIOR ROOF PANEL can hold up to approximately 20 pounds of snow per sq. inch. K. Installing the Heater and Heater Wood Guard Please Note: The heater must be installed by a certified electrician per the manufacturer’s manual.
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1. First, you will need to locate the wood housing for the heater and assemble it using the provided 3.5x40mm wood screws. (see Figure 17) Figure 17 2. Next, you will need to mount the wood housing to the sauna wall panel using the provided screws.
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SAUNA CONTROL PANEL - GENERAL INTRODUCTION Please note that you can either have the stove heater operating or the Infrared heaters operating, but not both at the same time. You can turn the Main Power Switch knob to the left or right to select either the stove heater or the Infrared heaters to operate.
3. Control Panels: Sauna Control Panel Light Control Panel CONTROL PANEL OPERATION – Sauna Control Panel 1. First and to operate the Infrared sauna, be sure that the main power switch is turned to “2”. To provide power to the stove heater, the main power switch will need to be turned to “1”.
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power button for 5 seconds or more until you hear a beep and the sauna’s control panel turns ON. The LED will now be displayed. You can press the sauna’s control panel button again to turn the sauna’s control panel OFF. The sauna’s control panel power button will return to red.
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4. To adjust the timer, see the image below. You will press the clock button on either the left side or the right side. The left side adjusts the timer to decrease the time. The right side adjusts the timer to increase the time. 5.
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6. To pair with Bluetooth, you will need to press the Bluetooth button as seen in the image below. Before pressing the Bluetooth button, the button is red. After pressing the Bluetooth button, the button is green indicating the Bluetooth is ON. 7.
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8. Please note that the BENCH SUPPORT panels have NIR heaters that can be turned ON/OFF. To turn then ON, press the button to the “I” position. To turn them OFF, press the button to the “O” position. CONTROL PANEL OPERATION – Light Control Panel 1.
Tips for using Your Sauna 1) If you take a hot/warm shower or bath before using your sauna, you may perspire more and experience more comfort. 2) Drink water prior to, during, and after your sauna session to replenish body fluids. 3) The ventilation vent is installed on the sauna and should never be obstructed.
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5.) Pregnant or possibly pregnant women should contact their physician prior to using the sauna. Excessive temperature has a high potential for causing fetal damage during pregnancy. 6.) Hyperthermia Danger: the normal body temperature can't rise above 39°C (103°F). Symptoms of excessive hyperthermia include dizziness, lethargy, drowsiness, and fainting.
19) Please make sure the supplied power meets the specifications required. Failure to meet the requirements may cause safety risks. 20) Do not attempt to touch any electrical parts or make repairs on your own when using the sauna. 21) Do not bump, hit, or break the heater as it may cause an electrical short and pose a safety risk.
Limited Lifetime Warranty *Limited Lifetime Warranty: Golden Designs, Inc. warranties the sauna room against defects in material and workmanship for the life of the product from the original date of purchase. The sauna is for indoor use or outdoor use depending on the model. When placed outdoors, a water proof cover or the sauna shingle roof may be installed to cover the sauna room for protection.
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▪ Improper use of the sauna ▪ Moisture or water seepage Surface cracks are not considered defects in material or workmanship, as they are normal characteristics of all woods. This includes minor cracks due to wood expansion and contraction. Since the wood used in construction may have been kiln dried, a certain amount of expansion and contraction occurs in the wood in a sauna environment.
WARRANTY CARD Congratulations on your purchase from Golden Designs, Inc. Please take the time to complete the following Warranty Card and mail it back to: Golden Designs, Inc. 3550 Jurupa Street, Unit B Ontario, CA 91761 Please include a copy of your sales receipt showing date of purchase as this will serve as proof of purchase.
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