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Blackwater Sauna
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& Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Blackwater Sauna Installation & Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    • Do not throw water directly onto the elements. This could cause burns and damage to the heater. • Be very careful when moving in the sauna, as the benches and floors may be slippery. This could cause the user to slip and fall. page 2 BLACKWATER INSTALLATION MANUAL...
  • Page 3: Basic Tools

    (1,000+ lbs). A deck or concrete slab is certainly an option, but if your sauna sits directly on the ground, be sure the cradle supports rest on paver stones or something similar to prevent the cradles from settling into the page 3 ground. BLACKWATER INSTALLATION MANUAL...
  • Page 4: Wall Assembly

    Find the wings for the rear panel and set in place, fasten to the center panel using 2” screws from hardware bag through the brace (9-10). Ensure the wings are tight to the center panel and there are no gaps in the joint. Repeat for the front window panels (11-12). page 4 BLACKWATER INSTALLATION MANUAL...
  • Page 5: Room Assembly

    Start adding staves to both sides, nailing every other stave. Periodically check your walls are still plumb, and your staves are staying level (19-20). You might need to tap the staves with a rubber mallet to get them to fit together tightly. Image 19 Image 20 page 5 BLACKWATER INSTALLATION MANUAL...
  • Page 6 You want the staves lifting up and require pressure to force them into place. Nail final configuration in place so they don’t pop out. Image 26 Image 27 Image 28 Image 29 page 6 BLACKWATER INSTALLATION MANUAL...
  • Page 7: Band Assembly

    Partially tighten bottom screw; make sure handle is straight from top to bottom and finish tightening screws to complete installation (36). Image 32 Image 33 Image 34 Image 35 Image 36 page 7 BLACKWATER INSTALLATION MANUAL...
  • Page 8 Center the LED backrest between the two sides and position it vertically at a height most comfortable for you (typically 8-12” from the bench). Using a level to ensure proper installation, fasten the backrest into place using the 2” screws (45-46). Image 45 Image 46 page 8 BLACKWATER INSTALLATION MANUAL...
  • Page 9: Roof Installation

    Now place another panel on one side of the center roof panel. Lift up the edge of the center roof panel and slide the end panel below the center panel (56-57). Then install another screw next to the overlap in the panels (58). Image 56 Image 57 Image 58 page 9 BLACKWATER INSTALLATION MANUAL...
  • Page 10 Now install the keystone piece over the joint in the pieces, which is centered over the door. Offset the keystone roughly 1/4” out from the other metal trim pieces (63). Screw through the keystone so it hits either a rib in the metal roofing, or the other metal trim pieces (64). Image 63 Image 64 page 10 BLACKWATER INSTALLATION MANUAL...
  • Page 11 • Continue repeating this process. After your final visit to your sauna, relax for at least 20 minutes. Shower with warm water initially, finishing with cool water to close your skin pores. • Prepare to feel refreshed for the day or to have an amazing night’s sleep! Whatever your sauna routine, it is imperative that you STAY HYDRATED! page 11 BLACKWATER INSTALLATION MANUAL...
  • Page 12: Care And Maintenance

    ACCESSORIES Almost Heaven Saunas offers a full line of accessories to compliment your sauna. From red cedar leg rests, back rests, drink holders, robe hooks and magazine racks to eucalyptus fragrance and more, visit www.almostheaven.com for all of your sauna accessory needs! almostheaven.com...

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