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LTR20091007, Rev. A
Preparing For Your New Sauna
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Most cities and counties require permits for exterior construction and electrical circuits. In addition, some
communities have codes requiring residential barriers such as fencing and/or self-closing gates on property to
prevent unsupervised access to the property by children under the age of 5. Your dealer can provide information
on which permits may be required and how to obtain them prior to the delivery of your equipment.
Indoor installations require adequate ventilation.
When the sauna is in use, considerable amounts
of heat and dryness are produced. This heat and
dryness can damage walls and ceiling surfaces over
a period of time.
Consider Your Privacy
In a cold-weather climate, bare trees won’t provide
much privacy. Think of your sauna’s surroundings
during all seasons to determine your best privacy
options. Consider the view of your neighbors as well,
when you plan the location of your sauna.
Provide A View With Your Sauna
Think about the direction you will be facing when sitting
in your sauna. Do you have a special landscaped area
in your yard that you nd enjoyable? Perhaps there
is an area that catches a soothing breeze during the
day and lovely sunset in the evening. Consider these
things when you plan your location.
Keep Your Sauna Clean
Prevent dirt and contaminants from being tracked into
your sauna by using a foot mat at the entrance where
the occupants can clean their feet before entering
your sauna.
Allow For Service Access
Many people choose to install a decorative structure
around their sauna. If you are installing your sauna
with any type of structure on the outside (OD-100 and
OD-200 models only), remember to allow access for
service. It is always best to design special installations
so that the sauna can still be accessed.
Preparing For Your New Sauna
Safety First
Do not place your sauna within 10’ (3m) of overhead
power lines.
Make sure it is positioned so that access to the
equipment compartment and all side panels will not
be blocked. Be certain that your installation will meet
all city and local safety codes and requirements.
Consider How You Will Use Your
Sauna
How you intend to use your sauna will help you
determine where you should position it. For example,
will you use your sauna for recreational or therapeutic
purposes? If your sauna is mainly used for family
recreation, be sure to leave plenty of room around
it for activity. If you will use it for relaxation and
therapy, you’ll probably want to create a specic
mood around it.
NOTE: Only the OD-100 and the OD-200 models
are meant for an outdoor application. The
Custom series is meant for indoor use ONLY.
The outside of Custom Series saunas has not been
treated for outdoor use. Extreme hot/cold conditions
can cause the wood to blister, split and warp. This will
void the warranty of this particular model.
Plan for Your Environment
If you live in a climate with snowfall in the winter,
place the sauna near a house entry. By doing this,
you will have a place to change clothes and not be
uncomfortable. This would be a convenient way to go
for the location of your sauna outdoors.
Planning the Best Location For Your Sauna
Here are some of the things that you will need to consider when determining where to place your new
sauna.