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GDI6228 / GDI6232 / GDI9228 /GDI9232 2 Person Sauna OWNER’S MANUAL FOR CERAMIC AND CARBON MODEL SAUNAS FOR INDOOR USE ONLY 120VAC 15 AMP DEDICATED CIRCUIT Sauna: Now you can enjoy the European secret for youthful vitality. Carefully and thoroughly read this manual before using the sauna. We recommend keeping this manual for regular review and future reference. ...
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WHAT ARE INFRARED RAYS? Infrared is the band of light we perceive as heat. We cannot see this band of light with the naked eye, but we can feel this type of light in the form of heat. Our sun produces most of its energy output in the infrared segment of the spectrum.
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HOW IT WORKS Infrared Saunas differ from traditional saunas in that they use infrared radiant energy to directly penetrate into the body's tissue to produce perspiration. Traditional saunas use steam to heat the air inside the sauna, which then heats your body until you begin to perspire.
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Benefits include, but are not limited to: - Pain relief from Rheumatoid Arthritis - Relaxing muscle spasms - Increases blood circulation - Cardiovascular conditioning - Clears rashes, acne - Reduces cellulite - Removes toxins and mineral waste - Reduces stress and fatigue - Enhances skin tone SAUNA MAINTENANCE Since infrared saunas do not require hot rocks, water, or steam to operate, they require very little...
TABLE OF CONTENTS Product Introduction Parts Description Assembly Instructions Operating the Sauna Tips for Using Your Sauna Safety Instructions Safeguards for Your Sauna Troubleshooting Guide Warranty Warranty Card WARNING: Visually inspect all heaters before assembly to make sure they are not damaged. Any excessive vibrations during transport could cause damage to the heating elements.
PARTS DESCRIPTION A. FRONT OF SAUNA (see figure 1) B. INSIDE OF SAUNA (see figure 2) Figure 1 Figure 2 Ventilation Grid 1) Control Panel Temperature Sensor Door 10) Back Grid Handle 11) Bench Towel Rack 12) Bench Heater Panel Roof Lamp (10W) (optional) 13) Bottom Panel...
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I. Power Supply The POWER SUPPLY BOX is the control center of the sauna room. It is installed on the ROOF PANEL and has input/outputs connected to it as seen below. (see figure 3) Figure 3 MAIN POWER main power of the sauna room HT1, HT2, HT3, HT4 emitter power output cables LIGHT...
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III. Buckles A. External Buckles The external buckles are used to connect the LEFT and RIGHT SIDE PANELS to the REAR PANEL and FRONT PANEL. (see figure 4) Figure 4 IV. Panel Descriptions For easier installation, please understand and distinguish the differences between each panel. A.
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Understanding The Difference Between The Top And Bottom Of The Wall Panels The (2) side panels are in the upright position when the vertical slots (for the heat emitter panel below the bench) align with the notches on the floor panel. The rear panel is in the upright position when the horizontal bench guide is closer to the bottom of the rear panel than the top.
Understanding The Difference Between The Inside And Outside Of The Rear Panel You will find the heat emitters on the inside of the rear panels and buckles on the outside. Assembly Instructions Choose a good location to install the sauna The location must be dry, leveled, and away from any source of water MAIN POWER cord must be easily accessible Two adults are required for installation...
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D. Installing the REAR PANEL Place the REAR PANEL onto the recessed area on the FLOOR PANEL. Attach the REAR PANEL to the SIDE PANELS and buckle together. E. Installing the BENCH EMITTER PANEL and BENCH Slide down the BENCH EMITTER PANEL by lining up its sides with the vertical guides on each side panel.
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Figure 9 G. Connecting the plugs on the ROOF PANEL Connect the plugs according to the respective labels. (see figure 10 – 12) Connect the CTRL plug from the power supply to the CTRL plug from the control panel. Then screw together.
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H. Installing the TEMPERATURE SENSOR Enter the sauna and remove the protective covering from the TEMPERATURE SENSOR. Situate the TEMPERATURE SENSOR so that it is vertical, pointing downward. (see figure 14) Figure 14 Note: Some sauna models are shipped with a spare TEMPERATURE SENSOR in case the TEMPERATURE SENSOR is damaged in transit.
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Assembling the RADIO BOX (optional) Locate the wood sides for the CD/Radio housing. There is one for the front, side, and bottom. (see figure 17) Attach “A” on side panel with “A” on bottom panel and insert screws. (see figure 18) Attach “B”...
Figure 22 Figure 23 L. Optional Shelf If your sauna comes with the optional shelf, use the two screws provided to mount the shelf on either of the side panels or front panel. M. Optional Towel Rack 1. If your sauna comes with the optional towel rack, use the two screws provided to mount the rowel rack on front door.
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Press the up/down arrows under the TIME DISPLAY to adjust the amount of time you want the sauna to remain on. Press the C/F button to choose between Celsius and Fahrenheit. Press the up/down arrows under the TEMPERATURE DISPLAY to adjust the temperature setting. Once you have set these adjustments to the desired settings, press the START/WORK button.
Power On/Off: Press to control the main power of the sauna Power Indicator: Indicates the status of the sauna’s main power Work Start/Stop: Press to control the working functions of the sauna Work Indicator: Indicate the working status of the sauna Heat Indicator: Indicate the status of heating function Light: Press to control the lighting function Time Display: Display the heating time of the sauna in minutes...
your sauna session is over, rinse your hair thoroughly. Please follow the product directions for the intended benefits. 9) The peaceful and relaxed state rendered by a sauna session may help you to sleep easier and deeper. 10) To conserve energy consumption, please unplug your sauna when not in use. 11) After the sauna session is over, do not jump into the shower or bath immediately.
19) Please make sure the outlet power supply meets the specifications required. Failure to meet the requirements may cause safety risks. 20) Some sauna models are equipped with reading and roof lamps. Because the lamp temperature will become very hot once powered on, do not attempt to touch the lamp to avoid being burned. Do not attempt to touch it for at least 20 minutes after it has been powered off.
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2. Control Panel Malfunctioning Solution: The control panel will not turn off, the power/work/or heat lights do not come on, or the temperature and timer buttons do not work means the control panel may have been damaged and will need to be replaced. Contact the manufacturer for additional troubleshooting. 3.
Disclaimers Golden Designs, Inc. shall not be liable for loss of use of sauna or other Golden Designs, Inc. products or other incidental or consequential costs, expense or damages, which may include the removal of permanent deck or other custom fixtures or the necessity for crane removal.
WARRANTY CARD Congratulations on your purchase of an Infrared Sauna from Golden Designs, Inc. Please take the time to complete the following Warranty Card and mail it back to: Golden Designs, Inc. 1810 S. Milliken Ave. 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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