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Saunum Air heater with a sauna room indoor heat equalizer...
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THE BEST SAUNA EXPERIENCE am very glad that you have invested in the Saunum device, and I believe that our innovative technology will offer you a wonderful and extraordinary sauna experience. I have a degree in thermal engineering and come from the Southern Estonia, where my love for saunas began.
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Saunum was born in cooperation between scientifi c thinking and technological innovation. Saunum’s unique patented mixing system of air layers cap tures the hot steam that rises under the ceiling of the sauna room, mixes it with the cooler air from the surface of the fl oor, and directs the milder steam back evenly.
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Saunum congratulates you on choosing a heater with an innovative sauna room indoor Heat Equalizer!
CONTENTS Safety information ____________________________________ DIRECTION FOR USE Heating the sauna room ______________________________ Using the sauna climate device _______________________ Adjusting the temperature ___________________________ Regulation of the sauna _______________________________ Use of Himalayan salt _________________________________ Ladling water on the heater ___________________________ Loading the stones ___________________________________ Warnings _________________________________________ Solving problems __________________________________ Maintenance _______________________________________...
These instructions for installation and use Saunum Air is intended for use with are intended for the sauna owner or main Saunum AirIQ only. Use of any other control tenance provider, as well as the electrician type will void both warranty and UL listing.
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IMPORTANT! All wiring must be done in accordance with National Electric Code and local building code. All supply wire to be 90 C copper.
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MIN. CEILING MINIMUM SAFE DISTANCE CUBIC FEET HEIGHT FROM PROTECTIVE GRILLE DEVICE TO CEILING Saunum Air – 5 (stainless steel cage body) 106–212 71.48 in. 39.37 in. Saunum Air – 7 (stainless steel cage body) 177–282 71.48 in. 39.37 in.
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Wires from Electrical Panel Wires from Power Unit to Wires from Power Unit to to Power Unit Heater (Element Circuits) Heater (Fan Circuit) (2) #10 + N + G (6) #14 + G (3) #18 + N + G (2) #8 + N + G (6) #14 + G (3) #18 + N + G (2) #6 + N + G...
• that there is no vibration or excessive the utilities and/or power! noise when the fan is running. • The Saunum Air must not be used if the components of its housing have When the Saunum Air is switched on for been removed and/or the wiring dia...
(see page 23). The After using the sauna, make sure recommen ded setting is to keep the cooling that all parts of the Saunum Air are damper 1/3 open. To cool the steam, try to switched off (the heating and the open the damper little by little.
• The diameter of the stones must be ferent. When testing the different settings 2–4 in. of the Saunum Air, you will find the most • Use Saunum stones. suitable combination of temperature and • Do not use light, porous ceramic humidity.
• Make sure you have proper ventila tion in the sauna room. Saunum is • Do not allow children, disabled or not responsible for possible salt cor sick people into the sauna room rosion of equipment and machinery.
• That all wiring is properly connected. BUT THE TEMPERATURE OF THE STONES IS INSUFFICIENT. THE WATER THROWN • That the Saunum Air is switched on. ON THE STONES FLOWS DOWN. • The maximum temperature in the sauna room is to your liking.
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• Make sure that no heating ele THE SAUNUM AIR IS MAKING NOISE. ments are visible between the stones. If the heating elements are • There is always a certain noise visible, turn off the device, let the when the fan is running. If it is not...
The device housing can be cleaned with If you use Himalayan salt with the Saunum a cloth dampened with water. Do not use Air, it is recommended to inspect the salt pressure washers, running water, chemical...
Install the air output vent near the floor, as with Table 1 (see pages 8–9). far as possible fron the Saunum Air. The di ameter of the air output pipe must be twice the diameter of the intake pipe.
SIZING YOUR SAUNA The volume and structures of the sauna affect the selection of heater power. The power requirement increases if there are glass surfaces or other cold surfaces such as tile, brick, concrete, or stone walls in the sauna. In case there are any glass, tile, brick, concrete, or stone walls in the sauna room (excluding sauna room...
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Safety distances of the Air Sauna with recommended location in sauna room. Non-combustible Saunum Air material...
All the certified sauna control devices with the operating capacity corresponding to • The device works most efficiently the capacity of the Saunum Air model used when its hot air intake cap is installed in accordance with Table 1 (see pages 8–9)
Saunum Air-5/Air7 Saunum Air-10 (Stainless steel body) (Stainless steel body) 17.72 in. 17.72 in. 8.95 in. 8.95 in. 18.39 in. 18.39 in. Figure 1 Figure 2...
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Saunum Air-5/Air-7 Saunum Air-10 (Solid steel body) (Solid steel body) 17.72 in. 17.72 in. 9.07 in. 9.07 in. 18.31 in. 18.31 in. Figure 1 Figure 2...
PRODUCT COMPLETENESS 10 kW 5 kW and 7 kW Solid steel body Components necessary for operation that are not part of the Saunum Air composition: power supply cables, and stones.
A Hot air intake cap B Hot air intake F Protective grill C Stone basket G Himalayan salt tray D Air output grille E Cool air intake valve H Temperature sensor Remove the protective film before assembling the heater!
1. Install the hot air intake cap (A) and cen 2. Place the parts of the hot air intake inside ter the heater housing in relation to the cap each other. Next, place the lower part of (B). the intake at the end of the heater΄s intake socket and adjust the feet of the heater;...
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3. Hang the telescopic intake on the intake 4. Fasten the intake to the wall with screws! cap (A). Install the heat shield (B). Install the heat deflector (C).
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5. Install each stone basket section using the hooks in the opening behind the hot air intake. Fill the basket evenly with stones, wearing gloves to protect your hands. When the basket is correctly filled, install the next basket section and fill it (see LOAD ING THE STONES on page 12).
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6. Install the salt. Remove the output grille by holding it slightly tilted and pulling it downwards. Place the salt in the sockets. To simplify the operation, the salt tray can be removed. Pull from under the output grille edge outwards.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 7. Connect the Saunum Air to the IQ Air control unit. The electrical connection of the device must be performed by a qualified per- son in accordance with the applicable standards and requirements. The Saunum Air must be connected in a half stationary position to the junction box on the wall of the sauna room.
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PVCinsulated cable box of the housing of the Saunum as the connection cable for the Air. The outer insulation of the cable Saunum Air.
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AIR IQ PANEL HEATING 5 x 18 AWG ELEMENTS 7 x 14 AWG TEMPERATURE SENSOR See Table 1 DOOR SENSOR Min 2 x 22 AWG) (pages 8–9) AIR IQ POWER UNIT ELECTRIC PANEL...
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1. Remove the tape from temperature sen 2. Unroll the temperature sensor on the sor cable that is fixed to the back of the hot backside of the air intake and find the air intake. entrance for cables at the bottom of the device.
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3. Connect the temperature sensor cable in to terminal from the sensor side on the terminal 2. GND 3 BLUE TS 2 YELLOW/GREEN TC 1 BROWN FS3 3 BLACK FS2 2 ORANGE FS1 1 RED GND bar GND YELLOW N 4 BLUE...
Saunum Air, and which has occurred due to the insulation material of the heat ing elements absorbing moisture from the air (storage, transport). After a few uses of the Saunum Air, this moisture will disap...
2. Adaptation or modification of the or the quality of the assembly, Saunum’s device for any purpose other than recommended repair partners will repair or that indicated in the instructions replace the device or its defective part with...
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You can find the list of Saunum Saunas recom mended installation and maintenance professionals on the Saunum Saunas OÜ website www.saunum.com or by contacting us at techsupport@bathingbrands.com phone: +1 (224) 553-5909 Saunum’s device maintenance instructions can be found in the instructions for use.
INSTALLATION REPORT Date of purchase: _________________________________________________________ Heater type: ____________________________________________________________ Sticker/serial number: Date of installation: ___________ Place of installation: _______________________________________________________ Installed by: ____________________________________________________________ Checked by: _____________________________________________________________ Date, signature: __________________________________________________________ Description of the work done: ________________________________________________ All the details are available for the installation ____________________________________ There are no color defects or dents __________________________________________ Installed on the wall or on the floor according to the instructions _____________________ The electrical connections are made according to the installation instructions ___________...
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Sauna Heater E525245 Manufacturer: Saunum Saunas North America LTD Telliskivi Tn 601, PõhjaTallinna Linnaosa, 10412 Estonia declares that the product: Saunum Air complies with the requirements of the following standards: UL 875, Electric DryBath Heaters, Edition 9, Revision Date 01/04/2021;...
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