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GDI-8330-01 / GDI-8360-01 3 and 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 qualified licensed electrician. 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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Connecting the control system to other than the required voltage can damage the control system and possibly cause serious injury. It is very important that the load parameters are consistent with that needed by the control system. 11. Canadian Red Cedar and its rich aroma can cause an extremely small percentage of the population to have an adverse reaction known as Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS).
BENCHE(S). Other smaller wood items will also be included. 2. Wall Panel Descriptions A. For GDI-8330-01, the control panel will be on the RIGHT SIDE WALL PANEL. For GDI-8360-01, the control panel will be on the LEFT SIDE WALL PANEL.
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Control Panel for Radio & Lights GDI-8330-01 GDI-8360-01 Figure A B. The LEFT SIDE WALL PANEL will have a vent near the top of the wall for ventilation. The RIGHT SIDE WALL PANEL will have the vent for the stove ventilation.
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B. The bottom of the wall panels and FLOOR PANEL will have plastic feet. (see Figure D) Figure D C. For model GDI-8330-01, the STEP will be placed in front of the bench. For model GDI-8360-01, the STEP will be placed between the lower bench and stove heater. (see Figure E)
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE ASSEMBLY GDI-8330-01 (SJ-8359) – Assembly Diagram *The above assembly diagram i s for quick reference only. Read all instructions before assembling. All sauna models may not be shown. Parts and accessories may vary.
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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE ASSEMBLY GDI-8360-01 (SJ-8459) – Assembly Diagram *The above assembly diagram i s for quick reference only. Read all instructions before assembling. All sauna models may not be shown. Parts and accessories may vary.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE ASSEMBLY GDI-8330-01 (SJ-8359) – Schematics *The above diagram i s for quick reference only. Read all instructions before assembling. All sauna models may not be shown. Parts and accessories may vary.
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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE ASSEMBLY GDI-8360-01 (SJ-8459) – Schematics *The above diagram i s for quick reference only. Read all instructions before assembling. All sauna models may not be shown. Parts and accessories may vary.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE ASSEMBLY GDI-8330-01 (SJ-8359) – Schematics Layout *The above diagram i s for quick reference only. Read all instructions before assembling. All sauna models may not be shown. Parts and accessories may vary.
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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE ASSEMBLY GDI-8330-01 (SJ-8359) – Schematics Layout (cont’d) *The above diagram i s for quick reference only. Read all instructions before assembling. All sauna models may not be shown. Parts and accessories may vary.
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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE ASSEMBLY GDI-8360-01 (SJ-8459) – Schematics Layout *The above diagram i s for quick reference only. Read all instructions before assembling. All sauna models may not be shown. Parts and accessories may vary.
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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE ASSEMBLY GDI-8360-01 (SJ-8459) – Schematics Layout (cont’d) *The above diagram i s for quick reference only. Read all instructions before assembling. All sauna models may not be shown. Parts and accessories may vary.
GDI-8330-01 (SJ-8359) – Dimensional Diagram *The above diagram i s for quick reference only. Read all instructions before assembling. All sauna models may not be shown. S i z e , Parts and accessories are subject to change.
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GDI-8330-01 (SJ-8359) – Dimensional Diagram (cont’d) *The above diagram i s for quick reference only. Read all instructions before assembling. All sauna models may not be shown. S i z e , Parts and accessories are subject to change.
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GDI-8360-01 (SJ-8459) – Dimensional Diagram *The above diagram i s for quick reference only. Read all instructions before assembling. All sauna models may not be shown. S i z e , Parts and accessories are subject to change.
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GDI-8360-01 (SJ-8459) – Dimensional Diagram (cont’d) *The above diagram i s for quick reference only. Read all instructions before assembling. All sauna models may not be shown. S i z e , Parts and accessories are subject to change.
CAUTION: Exit sauna immediately if you feel dizzy, sleepy, or any discomfort. Assembly Instructions A. Choose a good location to install the sauna 1. The location must be dry, leveled, and away from any source of water. 2. The stove must be installed by a certified electrician. 3.
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C. Installing LEFT SIDE WALL PANEL and RIGHT SIDE WALL PANEL 1. While one adult holds the FRONT WALL PANEL, a second adults can place the LEFT SIDE WALL PANEL up against the FLOOR PANEL with the trim molding on the LEFT SIDE WALL PANEL resting on the FLOOR PANEL and next to the FRONT WALL PANEL.
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D. Installing the REAR WALL PANEL 1. Two adults will need to place the REAR WALL PANEL between the LEFT SIDE WALL PANEL and RIGHT SIDE WALL PANEL at the rear of the sauna room. The trim molding of the REAR WALL PANEL will rest on the FLOOR PANEL.
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Figure 5 F. Installing the Himalayan Salt Bar 1. You will need to connect the harness and then install the Himalayan Salt Bar(s) to the REAR WALL PANEL using the provided screws. (see Figure Connect Light Harness GDI-8330-01 Figure 6 GDI-8360-01...
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G. Installing the BENCH 1. For GDI-8330-01, you will need to first locate the BENCH. You can slide the BENCH into place over the supports on the side wall panels. There is a wood STOP that will prevent the BENCH from sliding. See Figure 7. For GDI-8360-01, you will need to located the two longer BENCHES.
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Figure 9 H. Installing the STEP 1. The STEP can now be placed in front of the BENCH on GDI-8330-01 and in front of the BENCH along the RIGHT SIDE WALL PANEL on GDI- 8360-01 (it will just sit in place). For GDI-8330-01, use the (4) provided screws to screw the STEP to the FLOOR PANEL.
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inside of the FRONT GLASS DOOR and screwed into the outer handle. Be sure not to over tighten the screws or you will shatter the glass. Next, the inner door handle needs to be inserted over the screws. Use the provided Hex wrench to tighten the (4) hex screws.
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.
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3. Control Panels: Sauna Control Panel Light/BT 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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control panel 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 change the temperature reading between Celsius and Fahrenheit, you can press the C/F button for a few seconds until you hear the control panel beep. Once you set this setting, it will become the default setting. 7. Please note that the when you are using the stove heater, you do want to turn OFF the Sauna Control Panel and switch the Main Power Switch to “1”.
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CONTROL PANEL OPERATION – Light/BT Control Panel 1. After the sauna has power, there will be no change on the Light/BT Control Panel until you press the power button. Please note that the Light/BT Control Panel is operable when the Infrared heaters are ON or when the Stove heater is ON. When the power button is pressed, you will see (4) lines displayed and the lights will come ON.
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3. On the Light/BT Control Panel and below the display to the right, you will find the button for Chromotherapy Light. Pressing this button will turn ON/OFF the Chromotherapy Light. When you press it for 5 seconds, it will allow you to select a color for the Chromotherapy Light.
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4. On the Light/BT Control Panel, press the Red Light Therapy button to turn the Red Therapy Light ON/OFF. ---- CAUTION: Use the Traditional sauna based on level of comfort within the temperature range of 170 degrees F – 200 degrees F. Average used temperature range for the Infrared sauna is 120 degrees F –...
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) To regulate the set temperature inside the sauna to your comfort level, use the movable ventilation or leave the door open slightly.
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4.) Do not use the sauna immediately following strenuous exercises. Wait at least 30 minutes to allow the body to cool down completely. 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.
with wet hands or wet feet to avoid risk of electric shock. Never touch the metal prongs of the plug. 18) Do not attempt to make any repairs yourself without contacting the manufacturer first. If a problem occurs with the sauna, please contact seller, distributor, or the manufacturer to avoid safety risks.
Limited Lifetime Warranty *Limited Lifetime Warranty: Golden Designs, Inc. warranties the sauna room and its attached electronics against defects in material and workmanship for the life of the product from the original date of purchase. This sauna is for indoor use or outdoor use when protected from the outdoor weather elements by a structure that includes a water-proof roof.
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▪ Use of lacquer or paints ▪ Sauna and other Golden Designs, Inc. products accessories placed on non-approved surfaces ▪ Outdoor applications when not protected from outdoor weather elements ▪ Normal wear and tear or weathering ▪ Use of product not in accordance with instructions Surface cracks are not considered defects in material or workmanship, as they are normal characteristics of all woods.
WARRANTY CARD Congratulations on your purchase of a Sauna 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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