GoldenDesigns GDI-8035-02 User manual

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GDI-8035-02
3 Person Sauna
OWNER’S MANUAL
FOR CARBON MODEL SAUNAS
INDOOR USE ONLY
120VAC 20AMP DEDICATED 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. Parts and accessories may vary and are subject to change.

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TABLEOFCONTENTS
Packing List 2
Visual Assembly Diagram 6
Parts Description 7
Assembly Instructions 11
Operating the Sauna 20
Tips for Using Your Sauna 23
Safety Instructions 24
Safeguards for Your Sauna 26
Troubleshooting Guide 26
Warranty 33
Warranty Card 35
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. DO NOT START the sauna if damage is detected!
Contact your dealer or manufacturer for troubleshooting and replacement
parts.
Packing List (main panels)
1pc Front Panel 1pc Left Side Panel 1pc Right Side Panel
1pc Left Side Rear Panel 1pc Right Side Rear Panel 1pc Roof Panel
1pc Roof Dust Cover 1pc Left Bench 1pc Right Bench
1pc Floor Panel 2pcs Himalayan Salt Block Panels
NOTE: Your model sauna has been completely assembled and tested prior to
packaging. The rear wall panel is intentional warped as part of the overall
design. Two adults will be needed to assemble the sauna room.
CAUTION: Exit Sauna Immediately If You Feel Dizzy, Sleepy,
Or Any Discomfort.

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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. Infrared rays heat
your body without having to heat the air in-between. This process is called conversion.
The infrared is divided into 3 segments by wavelengths measured in microns: Near
Infrared –0.76-1.5 microns; Middle Infrared –1.5-5.6 microns; and Far Infrared –5.6-
1000 microns. Among these segments, Far Infrared penetrates organic substances
such as the human body two to three inches so that the warming effect is very uniform.
ARE INFRARED RAYS SAFE?
Because infrared rays are part of sunlight, they are not only safe but also highly
beneficial to our bodies on a cellular level. Health professionals have used infrared
heat lamps for decades to treat muscle and joint problems. In hospital baby care
units, incubators are often equipped with infrared heating systems to keep newborn
babies warm.
WHAT IS AN ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELD (also known as EMF)?
An Electromagnetic Field is a physical field produced by electrically charged objects. It
is one of the fundamental forces of nature. The field can be viewed as the combination
of an electric field and a magnetic field. The electric field is produced by stationary
charges and the magnetic field by moving charges referred to as currents. The
magnetic field is measured in milligauss (mG). Our sauna products have been
developed to have low EMF. Our Low EMF carbon heater panels range between an
average of 5mG-10mG at about two inches from the heater panel, our Ultra Low EMF
sauna models range between 3mG-5mG, and our Near Zero EMF models range at less
than 3mG (NIR heaters range at about 5mG-7mG at the same approximate 2 inches).

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EMF Levels from Common Homes Sources
After many years and numerous studies on EMF exposure, no government body
including the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) have established
permissible exposure limits (PEL). Currently, there is no consensus on the potential
health hazard from any exposure to EMF. The mainstream scientific evidence suggests
that low-power, low-frequency, electromagnetic radiation associated with household
currents like that of the infrared sauna does not constitute a short or long term health
hazard.
DISCLAIMER
The infrared rays emitted by your sauna are reported to offer a wide range of possible
therapeutic benefits based on research completed over the last 40 years from all around
the world. These benefits are presented for reference purposes only and no implication
of infrared saunas creating a cure for or treating any disease is implied nor should it be
inferred. If you have a medical/health condition, are taking prescription drugs, or have
acute joint injuries, please consult with your medical physician before using the sauna.
Persons with surgical implants (metal pins/rods, artificial joints, silicone, or other types
of surgical implants) typically do not experience any adverse effects, but should also
consult their medical physician or surgeon before using the sauna room.

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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. In order for this to be effective, temperatures would need to reach in the
upwards of 190 degrees Fahrenheit. Infrared saunas only need a temperature of up to
120 degrees Fahrenheit to obtain the same effect. This lower temperature makes the
environment more tolerable and allows you to breathe easier.
Health Benefits
Because infrared rays penetrate the body through conversion, there is a deep heating
effect in both the muscle tissues and internal organs without putting too much burden on
the heart.
Our body reacts to the increased heating through the natural cooling process of
perspiring. Through the perspiration process, acid and waste residue like toxins,
sodium, alcohol, nicotine, cholesterol, and the potentially carcinogenic heavy metals are
removed from the cells (especially zinc, lead, nickel, cadmium, etc.). The pores of our
skin open and discharge waste products shedding any old skin cells leaving the skin
glowing and clean, with improved tone, elasticity, texture, and color.
Health Benefits Include, But Are Not Limited To:
*Pain relief from Rheumatoid Arthritis *Relaxes muscle spasms *Reduces cellulite
*Increases blood circulation *Clears, rashes, acne *Enhances skin tone
*Cardiovascular conditioning *Reduces stress & fatigue *Removes toxins
Sauna Maintenance
Since infrared saunas do not require hot rocks, water, or steam to operate, they require
very little maintenance. You can simply wipe it down with water –use a damp, soft, and
clean cloth. Do not use any chemical based cleaning agents as they can be
absorbed into the wood and be released into your sauna during use.

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*PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE ASSEMBLY*
Visual Assembly Diagram
GDI-8035-02
*The above assembly diagram i s for a quick
reference visual guide
only. All sauna models are not shown. Parts and accessories may
vary and are subject to change. Backrests are sold separately.

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PARTS DESCRIPTION
GDI-8035-02
NOTE: The pictures and diagrams shown within this owner’s manual are
representations of this model. Actual model may vary. Design and Construction
are subject to change. Backrests are sold separately.

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I. Power Supply (Control Box)
The POWER SUPPLY is the control center of the sauna room. It is installed on
the topside of the ROOF PANEL and has inputs/outputs connected to it. (see
Figure 1)
Figure 1
POWER IN - main power of the sauna room
HT1, HT2, HT3, HT4, HT5, HT6 –heat emitter cords
LAMPROOF –roof lamp power (optional)
LIGHTING –chromotherapy lights
PANEL CONTROL –control panel
FUSE RESET –protects against power
II. CD/Radio
The multifunction stereo features an FM receiver, CD player, colorful and wide LCD
screen, volume/tone/balance controls, and an AUX input. (see Figure 2)
Figure 2 (Model Radio May Vary And Is Subject To Change)
III. Component Labeling
Power Cord –Main power cord connects the POWER SUPPLY to the
dedicated wall outlet

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HT1, HT2, HT3, HT4, HT5, HT6 –Heater cords connect the heat emitters
to the POWER SUPPLY at these ports (HT5 & HT6 are not used on most
models)
Lighting –Connects the interior lighting to the POWER SUPPLY at this
port
LampRoof –Connects the exterior roof lights to the POWER SUPPLY at
this port
Panel Control –Connects the Control Panel through the CTRL harness
to the Power Supply at this port
L/R Speakers –Connects the speakers through these wires to the Control
Panel
Temp Sensor –Connects the Temperature Sensor through this wire to
the Control Panel
IV. Buckles
A. External Buckles
The external buckles are used to connect the REAR WALL PANEL to the
LEFT SIDE WALL PANEL and RIGHT SIDE WALL PANEL. The Metal Guide
Insert Brackets connect the FRONT WALL PANEL to the LEFT SIDE WALL
PANEL and RIGHT SIDE WALL PANEL. (see Figure 3 and 4)
Figure 3 Figure 4
V. Panel Descriptions
For easier installation, please understand and distinguish the differences between each
panel.

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A. Floor Panel
When the floor panel faces upward, you will find that the edges are raised.
The wall panels will seat inside of the raised edge. The front of the floor
panel is indicated below. Please note the correct position before you
began assembling the wall panels. (see figure 5)
Raised Molding
Figure 5
Front of Floor
B. Understanding Difference Between The Top And Bottom Of The Wall
Panels
The wall panels are in the upright position when the heater cords
can be seen at the top of the wall panels. Place the heater cords to
the outside of the sauna room before the roof is placed on top of the
unit. These heater cords will be feed through the roof panel and
connected once the roof panel is placed on top of the sauna room.
(see Figure 6)
Figure 6

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C. Rear Panels
If you are facing the front of the sauna, the rear panel with the heat emitter panels
on the interior will be the inside of the sauna room. (see Figure 7)
Figure 7
Assembly Instructions
A. Choose a good location to assemble the sauna
1. The location must be dry, leveled, and away from any source of water.
2. MAIN POWER cord must be easily accessible.
3. Two adults are required for installation.
4. Wood cabin installation order: Floor Panel Front Panel Left Side
Panel Right Side Panel Left Side Rear Panel Right Side Rear
Panel Bench Emitter Panels Benches Roof Panel Roof Cover
5. Tools Required: Philips Screwdriver and Ladder
B. Installing the FLOOR PANEL
1. Place the FLOOR PANEL on the floor. Turn the FLOOR PANEL right
side up and make sure the front is positioned correctly. (see Figure 8)

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Figure 8
Front
C. Installing the FRONT PANEL, LEFT SIDE PANEL, and RIGHT SIDE
PANEL
1. Determine the correct placement of the FRONT PANEL in the figure
diagram below. Insert the FRONT PANEL onto the FLOOR PANEL.
Then place the LEFT SIDE PANEL onto the FLOOR PANEL next to the
FRONT PANEL. Lift the LEFT SIDE PANEL up and onto the guide
brackets on the FRONT PANEL. You will need to make sure the walls
are properly inserted into one another and that the LEFT SIDE PANEL is
pulled all the way down and level with the FRONT PANEL at the top. The
process for the RIGHT SIDE PANEL will be the same. Place the RIGHT
SIDE PANEL next to the FRONT WALL PANEL. Lift the RIGHT SIDE
PANEL up and onto the guide brackets on the FRONT PANEL. You will
need to make sure the walls are properly inserted into one another and
that the RIGHT SIDE PANEL is pulled all the way down and level with the
FRONT PANEL at the top. (see Figure 9)
Figure 9
D. Installing the RIGHT SIDE REAR PANEL AND LEFT SIDE REAR
PANEL
1. Determine which is the RIGHT SIDE REAR PANEL and which is the
LEFT SIDE REAR PANEL (see V. Panel Descriptions Figure 7). The
LEFT SIDE REAR PANEL will have a cutout for the radio. Next, insert

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the LEFT SIDE REAR PANEL onto the FLOOR PANEL. The LEFT
SIDE REAR PANEL will fit like a puzzle with the LEFT SIDE PANEL.
Once they are inserted properly, you can buckle the two walls together.
The RIGHT SIDE REAR PANEL will be a bit tight in installing. You will
want to insert the bottom first onto the FLOOR PANEL and carefully work
the top into place. Once the RIGHT SIDE REAR PANEL is properly
inserted, you can buckle it to the RIGHT SIDE REAR PANEL and LEFT
SIDE PANEL. (see Figure 10 and Figure 11)
Figure 10 Figure 11
2. To install the DOOR HANDLE, first locate the DOOR HANDLE. It may
need to be dismantled in order to install. Next, place the long handle
section horizontally and install it on the glass door from the inside. You
will need to secure the side of the long horizontal handle closest to the
hinge side of the glass door by screwing it to the glass door. Now you can
locate the shorter handle and connect it on the exterior side of the glass
door to the long horizontal handle. It will need to attach to the long handle
and rotate clockwise. Finally, you can secure the other end of the vertical
handle by screwing it to the glass door. (see Figure 12)

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Figure 12
E. Installing the ROOF PANEL
1. The side with the slight curve is the front of the ROOF PANEL. The power
supply box faces upward on the ROOF PANEL.
2. The edge nearest the power supply is the front of the ROOF PANEL. Be
careful of the wires coming from the SIDE and REAR PANELS when you
set the ROOF PANEL down onto the panels. Feed the wires through the
holes in the ROOF PANEL. Feed the control cable and CD connectors
down from the ROOF PANEL through the long-shaped hole to the inside
of the sauna (for CD/radio hookup). (see Figure 13 and Figure 14)
3. Be careful not to force the ROOF PANEL into place. Make sure that the
wires are properly fed through the holes.
4. When all the wires are fed through their appropriate holes, lower the
ROOF PANEL into place.

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Figure 13 Figure 14
F. Installing the HIMALAYAN SALT BLOCK PANEL, BENCH EMITTER
PANEL, and BENCHES
1. First, locate the FLOOR HEATER power cord. Connect the power
cord into the wall outlet on the RIGHT SIDE REAR PANEL towards
the back corner of the sauna room. (see Figure 15)
2. Locate the (2) square wood frames that have two cutouts (the cutouts
will be installed facing the stationary glass panels) on one side and a
vertical slot on the other side. Again, place one of the wood frames next
to the glass window with the two cutouts facing the glass window and the
vertical slot facing towards the front. The cutouts fit along the glass
window moldings. The wood frames are not interchangeable and so
make sure you have them next to the correct glass window. Do the
same with the second wood frame next to the other glass window. (see
Figure 16)
3. Slide down the longer of the two HIMALAYAN SALT BLOCK PANELS
by lining up its sides with the vertical guides on the side panel and wood
frame. The finished side of the HIMALAYAN SALT BLOCK PANEL will
face outward (toward the front of the sauna) and the light wire will be at
the top of the HIMALAYAN SALT BLOCK PANEL on the inside (this
would be underneath the bench once the bench is installed). You will
need to connect the light wire to the applicable connection coming from
the RIGHT SIDE REAR PANEL. Make sure to push the HIMALAYAN
SALT BLOCK PANEL all the way down until it is touching the FLOOR
PANEL and is secured in place. Do the same with the shorter
HIMALAYAN SALT BLOCK PANEL. Also connect the light wire to the
applicable connection coming from the LEFT SIDE REAR PANEL. (see
Figures 17 and 18)
4. Install the longer of the two BENCHES first by tilting the end at the
LEFT SIDE REAR PANEL and carefully guiding the other end

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downward and into position. Then slide the shorter of the two
BENCHES into its position. Push the BENCHES all the way in until
they touch the REAR PANELS and are secured in place. Make sure
to install the BENCHES with the smooth and finished sides facing up
and the predrilled holes at the rear. It is optional if you would like to
mount the benches using the provided screws. (see Figure 19 and
Figure 20)
Cutouts
Vertical Slot
Figure 15
Figure 16
Figure 17 Figure 18
Figure 19 Figure 20

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G. Connecting the plugs on the ROOF PANEL
1. Connect the plugs according to their respective labels. (see Figure 21)
2. You will need to connect the right and left speaker, the MP3, the CTRL
(Panel Control), and the CD/SIG (radio power). The CD/SIG will be
connected once the radio is installed in step 9 below. (see Figure 22 and
23)
Before Connecting After Connecting
Figure 21 Figure 22 Figure 23
H. Installing the TEMPERATURE SENSOR and optional accessories
(varies by model)
1. Enter the sauna and remove the protective covering (masking tape) from
the TEMPERATURE SENSOR. Situate the TEMPERATURE SENSOR
so that it is vertical and pointing downward. (see Figure 24)
Figure 24
Note: Some sauna models are shipped with a spare TEMPERATURE SENSOR in
case the TEMPERATURE SENSOR is damaged during transit. The manufacturer
decides this according to sauna models and packaging.

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2. If your sauna comes with the optional shelf and/or aroma therapy dish,
use the screws provided to mount the shelf and aroma therapy dish
where indicated within the sauna room. (see Figure 25 and 26)
Figure 25 Figure 26
I. Installing RADIO HOUSING BOX and RADIO (radio model subject to
change)
1. If your RADIO HOUSING BOX is already assembled, then proceed to
step 4. Locate the wood sides for the RADIO HOUSING BOX. There is
one for the front, side, and bottom. (see Figure 27 and Figure 32)
2. Attach “A” on the side panel with “A” on the bottom panel and attached
with the screws.
3. Attach “B” on the front with “B” on the side panel and “C” on the front
panel with “C” on the bottom panel and attached with the screws.
4. Screw the Radio Housing Box to the REAR PANELS. The back opening
(the larger opening) on the Radio Housing Box will face the RIGHT
REAR PANEL. The front opening (the small opening and where the
radio is inserted) on the Radio Housing Box will face the LEFT SIDE
PANEL
5. Locate the RADIO and remove it from any packaging. (see Figure 30)
Be sure to remove the transport screws from the top of the radio.
6. Connect the plug from the RADIO with the plug coming down from the
roof and the left/right speaker plugs. Note that the power for the radio
comes from the wire harness leading to the power supply at the “DC
12V” port. (see Figure 28 and 29)
7. Connect the antenna plug to the back of the radio. (see Figure 31)
8. Insert the RADIO into the RADIO HOUSING BOX. It is not necessary to
mount the RADIO once you slide it into the RADIO HOUSING BOX
because the RADIO will just sit in place. (see Figure 32)

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Figure 27
Figure 28 Figure 29
Figure 30
Figure 31 Figure 32

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J. Putting on the ROOF COVER (optional)
1. Place the ROOF COVER over the top of the sauna. Be cautious when
pulling the power cord through the hole in the roof cover. Slide the
antenna through the slot allotted. Gently place the ROOF COVER onto
the ROOF PANEL. When the edges are aligned, screw the ROOF
COVER to the roof panel. (see Figure 33)
Figure 33
Assembly Completed
Operating the Sauna
NOTE: Before the sauna is turned on, remove plastic protective covering from
the CONTROL PANELS. Please check and confirm that the connections to the
POWER SUPPLY(includingthepowercord), HEAT EMITTERS, CD/RADIO, and
TEMPERATURE SENSOR are connected properlyandaresnugandtight. The
power supply voltage and frequency must match the requested voltage and
frequency of the sauna (120VAC 20AMP Dedicated Circuit). Please consult a
certified electrician for any electrical modifications or repairs.
Since many materials absorb the infrared rays, minimal clothing is
recommended for maximum effect. The infrared sauna emitters are designed to
heat you and not necessarily the air inside the sauna. It is not a hot box like a
traditional sauna. The temperature gauge is a guide for your safety. It is
recommended that you drink water before, during, and after sauna use to
prevent dehydration since body fluids will be lost through perspiration. It is not
recommended to shower immediately after use since the pores in your skin will
be open and could possibly absorb anything in the water.