GoldenDesigns GDI-8222-01 User manual

GDI-8222-01 / GDI-8223-01 / GDI-8226-01
2, 3, & 6 Person Hybrid Saunas
Owner’s Manual
SAUNA IS FOR INDOOR/OUTDOOR USE
240VAC 30AMP/40AMP 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. Follow your local codes and ordinances. The stove heater power
requirements do vary among manufacturer. The stove heater must be installed by a
certified licensed electrician per the manufacturer’s manual. The stove heater must
be installed per the electrical code in your area with reference to the breaker and
wire sizes. Models are subject to change.

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Thankyouforyourpurchase. As you remove the parts from the boxes, be sure to examine
them for damages. If your unit has any damages or missing parts, please contact Golden
Designs Inc. See the Warranty section for more information.
A Certified Licensed Electrician will be needed to install the electrical wiring. Due to the
heat of the sauna, it is required that copper wire with 90oCelsius rating be used. Aluminum
wiring cannot be used in this application. Consult with your electrician regarding the
electrical requirements in your area. All wiring must be in accordance with all national,
state, and local codes and regulations. Your electrician will supply the needed wiring and
connections.
Excluding models specifically designed to be placed directly in the outdoor weather
elements, your sauna can be placed either indoors or outdoors. Sauna models without a
specific outdoor roofing cannot be placed directly in the weather elements. These models,
if placed outdoors, can be placed under a covered structural such as a patio. Before
assembling, make sure the surface in which the sauna will be placed on is level/dry and can
support the weight of the sauna and its occupants. We recommend a concrete base or
wood deck to support the sauna. If you will be placing the sauna directly on the ground,
you must use such materials as concrete cinder blocks or other similar supporting structure
to prevent the sauna from settling into the ground over time.
For sauna models specifically designed to be outdoors, the wood can withstand the
weather elements with proper maintenance. The outdoor model saunas were designed to
be placed in the rain and sun. Please note that the natural weathering elements will
change the color of the wood over time. For sauna models placed directly in the weather
elements, you will have some water seepage. The water seepage will not damage the
sauna and usually dries quickly when the sauna is in operation.

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FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND BE CAUTIOUS OF SAFETY SYMBOLS.
All electrical wiring must be performed by a certified licensed electrician.
Although this manual is a universal manual, the information within this
manual is applicable to each sauna.
High Voltage Symbol: Be cautious as there is the presence of a high
voltage current that flows through the equipment!
General Caution Symbol: Be cautious as the equipment uses electrical
current that can cause serious injury.
1. Please read this Owner’s Manual thoroughly before use. This will allow the user to
become familiar with the operation of the control system. Please keep the Owner’s
Manual available for future reference. If any technical assistance or repairing is needed,
please contact the manufacturer.
2. The sauna can be installed indoors or can be installed outdoors. If installed outdoors
and over time, water may seep into the sauna room. When not in use and placed
outdoors, a rain cover is recommended to cover the sauna room if your model does not
come with an actual outdoor roof. Please note that water seepage will not hurt the wood
and will usually dry quickly due to the heated environment. If you want to keep the
sauna completely dry, you will need to install the sauna under a covered structure.
3. To reduce the risk of electric shock and/or fire, do not expose the control system to direct
water contact or rain. Do not open the cover to the control system as there are high
tension fittings that can be dangerous. Only dealer authorized qualified
technicians should make any needed or necessary repairs at any time.
4. Any repairs, alterations, or modifications to the control system are not authorized unless
by an approved repair technician. Any non-authorized repairs, alterations, or
modifications can lead to serious injuries and can cause the unit to work
outside its intended specification parameters.
5. Any non-authorized repairs, alterations, or modifications will void the warranty.
6. Before connecting the unit to a power source, please make sure that all wires, cords,
and connections are connected properly. If there are any concerns, please consult with
a certified electrician.
7. Make sure that the sauna is placed in a well-ventilated area. It should not be placed in
an area with other thermal-radiating objects. Make sure that the vents will not be
obstructed for proper air flow.

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8. When the equipment is not going to be used for an extended period of time, you can
disconnect the sauna from the power source or turn OFF the dedicated circuit breaker.
9. Allow 30 seconds between turning the control system “On” and “Off”. By allowing 30
seconds between powering the control system “On” and “Off” will prolong the life of the
unit.
10. Confirm that you adhere to the correct power requirements of the control system.
Connecting the control system to other than the required voltage can damage the
control system and possibly cause serious injury. It is very important that the load
parameters are consistent with that needed by the control system. Always consult with
a certified electrician.
11. Canadian Red Cedar (pertaining only to sauna models constructed of
Red Cedar) and its rich aroma can cause an extremely small percentage
of the population to have an adverse reaction known as Multiple Chemical Sensitivity
(MCS). While this is not a universally recognized disorder in the medical field, certain
consumers have an adverse physical reaction to low levels of many common chemicals
and cannot tolerate any aromatic oils, shampoos with perfumes infused or certain
herbs with natural aromas. However, for the majority of the population, Canadian Red
Cedar is the sauna wood of choice.
12. Children must use the sauna under the care of adults and only after consulting with a
medical doctor. Never play in or around the sauna. Never put animals into the sauna
room.
13. The power cord and plug must be located out of the reach of children and away from
any water source. Please consult with a certified electrician for safety concerns.
14. Never insert body parts or any other objects into the heater. Never put any foreign
objects on or in the heater. Please follow the heater instructions and safety
precautions.
15. Never use or store flammable liquids/gases near or inside the sauna.
16. Never store items or objects on top of the sauna.
17. Never use the sauna or heater if the power cord is damaged. Contact Customer
Service immediately and do not use the sauna.
18. Never touch the control panel, heater parts, or any electrical parts with wet hands.
19. Never use the sauna in a weather storm.
20. Make sure that the sauna sits on a level surface and the surface can support the weight
of the sauna (when filled with users) which can exceed 1000 lbs. A concrete slab,
concrete pavers, gravel, cinder blocks, or solid wood deck is always best for outdoor
installations. In addition, be sure that the support cradles rest on cinder blocks or other
structures so as to prevent sinking/settling into the ground.
21. For every (4) hours of use, the sauna should be shut down for (1) to prevent
overheating and premature deterioration of the equipment.
22. Never complete unauthorized repairs on the sauna or the heater.

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23. Never use the sauna in combination with alcohol, medication, or drugs.
24. Pregnant women should never use the sauna. Women should also not use the sauna
during their menstrual cycle.
25. If you have any medical condition, you must consult with your medical doctor before
using the sauna.
26. Be cautious not to over extend yourself after an intense exercise workout by using the
sauna. You can let the body cool down for 10 - 20 minutes before entering the sauna.
Do not spend more than 40 minutes in the sauna at any one time.
27. Prolonged exposure to high temperatures can cause burns. Stop using the sauna
immediately if you experience overheating, dizziness, weakness, sleepiness, or
fainting.
28. Consult with your medical doctor before using the sauna if you suffer from diabetes,
blood circulation disease, blood pressure issues, heart disease, or obesity.
29. Watch your head when entering and exiting the sauna.
30. Never clean the sauna with chemical-based cleaners or detergents. You can clean the
sauna with any non-toxic, water-based cleaners.
31. Make sure the vents are always unobstructed.
32. Being that the sauna will operate in different climates (some areas are colder than
others), it is not recommended to use the Infrared sauna above 140 degrees
Fahrenheit / 60 degrees Celsius and the traditional sauna above 190 degrees
Fahrenheit / 88 degrees Celsius.
33. To avoid a hazard, do clean the sauna floor of all perspiration and debris after each
sauna session.

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TABLEOFCONTENTS
Visual Assembly Diagrams 7
Parts Description 10
Wall Panel Descriptions 13
Assembly Instructions 14
Sauna Control Panel 26
Tips for Using Your Sauna 31
Safety Instructions 31
Safeguards for Your Sauna 33
Warranty 34
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. The
wood is naturally resistant to the weather elements, but the weathering elements
can affect the wood over time.
PLEASE NOTE: The pictures and diagrams shown within this owner’s manual are
representations of this model. Sauna Model GDI-8226-01 was used in the making of
this Owner’s Manual. Actual models may vary. Design and construction are subject
to change. If installed outdoors and over time, water may seep between the gaps of
the construction. This would be considered normal. When not in use and placed
outdoors, a water proof cover is recommended to cover the sauna room.
CAUTION: Exit Sauna Immediately If You Feel Dizzy, Sleepy, Or
Any Discomfort.

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*PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE ASSEMBLY*
Visual Assembly Diagram
GDI-8222-01
*THE ABOVE ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IS FOR A QUICK REFERENCE VISUAL
GUIDE ONLY. ALL SAUNA MODELS MAY NOT BE SHOWN. PARTS AND
ACCESSORIES DO VARY AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE NOTE
THAT THE HEATER COMPONENTS ARE ALREADY MOUNTED ON THE WALL
PANELS.

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*PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE ASSEMBLY*
Visual Assembly Diagram
GDI-8223-01
*THE ABOVE ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IS FOR A QUICK REFERENCE VISUAL
GUIDE ONLY. ALL SAUNA MODELS MAY NOT BE SHOWN. PARTS AND
ACCESSORIES DO VARY AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE NOTE
THAT THE HEATER COMPONENTS ARE ALREADY MOUNTED ON THE WALL
PANELS.

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*PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE ASSEMBLY*
Visual Assembly Diagram
GDI-8226-01
*THE ABOVE ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IS FOR A QUICK REFERENCE VISUAL
GUIDE ONLY. ALL SAUNA MODELS MAY NOT BE SHOWN. PARTS AND
ACCESSORIES DO VARY AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE NOTE
THAT THE HEATER COMPONENTS ARE ALREADY MOUNTED ON THE WALL
PANELS.

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*PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE ASSEMBLY*
PARTS DESCRIPTION
*THE ABOVE ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IS FOR A QUICK REFERENCE
VISUAL GUIDE ONLY. ALL SAUNA MODELS MAY NOT BE SHOWN.
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES DO VARY AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

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*PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE ASSEMBLY*
PARTS DESCRIPTION
*THE ABOVE ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IS FOR A QUICK REFERENCE
VISUAL GUIDE ONLY. ALL SAUNA MODELS MAY NOT BE SHOWN.
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES DO VARY AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

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*PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE ASSEMBLY*
PARTS DESCRIPTION
*THE ABOVE ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IS FOR A QUICK REFERENCE
VISUAL GUIDE ONLY. ALL SAUNA MODELS MAY NOT BE SHOWN.
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES DO VARY AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

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Wall Panel Descriptions
A. The wall panels can be seen in the image below. The control panels will be
located on the RIGHT SIDE WALL PANEL and the speakers will be located
on the REAR WALL PANEL. There will be a vent on the lower RIGHT SIDE
WALL PANEL and a vent on the upper LEFT SIDE WALL PANEL. The
vent will be closer towards the front of the sauna room. The interior will be
constructed of Red Cedar and the exterior of decking. (see Figure 1)
BENCH SUPPORTS will be towards the rear of the sauna
Figure 1
NOTE: The pictures and diagrams shown above/below are for representational
purposes only. Actual model may vary. Parts subject to change.

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B. Screw Identification and Location Chart
Assembly Instructions
A. Choose a good location to install the sauna
1. The location must be dry, leveled, and away from any source of water.
2. The heater must be installed by a certified electrician.
3. Two adults are required for installation for GDI-8222-01. Three adults are
required for installation of GDI-8223-01 and GDI-8226-01.

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4. Sauna Panels: MAIN INTERIOR FLOOR PANEL –LEFT SIDE WALL PANEL
–REAR WALL PANEL –RIGHT SIDE WALL PANEL –INTERIOR FRONT
WALL PANEL –EXTERIOR FRONT FLOOR PANEL –EXTERIOR FRONT
ROOF PANEL –EXTERIOR FRONT WALL PANEL –INTERIOR ROOF
PANEL –BENCHES/BENCH SUPPORTS –EXTERIOR ROOF PANEL
5. Tools Required: Battery Operated Screwdriver or Hand-Held Philips
Screwdriver, Rubber Mallet, Claw Hammer, Leveler, and (2) Ladders.
B. Installing the MAIN INTERIOR FLOOR PANEL and LEFT SIDE WALL
PANEL
1. Place the FLOOR PANEL in the chosen location for the sauna room.
Please note that the wood pattern on the floor runs front-to-back. You will
need to have enough space to navigate around the sauna room while
assembling. Next, place the LEFT SIDE WALL PANEL up against the
FLOOR PANEL. One adult will need to hold the LEFT SIDE WALL PANEL
in place. (see Figure 2)
Figure 2
C. Installing the REAR WALL PANEL
1. Place the REAR WALL PANEL up against the FLOOR PANEL and next to the
LEFT SIDE WALL PANEL. Be cautious of the wires coming from the REAR
WALL PANEL. Use the buckles to latch the two wall panels together. Make
sure that the FLOOR PANEL is budded up against both the LEFT SIDE WALL
PANEL and REAR WALL PANEL. (see Figure 3)

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Figure 3
D. Installing the RIGHT SIDE WALL PANEL and POWER SUPPLY
1. Place the RIGHT SIDE WALL PANEL up against the FLOOR PANEL and next
to the REAR WALL PANEL. Use the buckles to latch the two wall panels
together. Make sure that the FLOOR PANEL is budded up against all three
wall panels. After you have installed the RIGHT SIDE WALL PANEL, you will
need to locate and install the POWER SUPPLY on the rear wall panel. This
POWER SUPPLY operates the Infrared heaters. The POWER SUPPLY was
packaged together with the RIGHT SIDE WALL PANEL. Proceed to screw the
POWER SUPPLY to the lower right corner of the REAR WALL PANEL using
the provided 3.5x25mm screws. (see Figure 4)
Figure 4

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E. Installing the INTERIOR FRONT WALL PANEL
1. Now it is time to install the INTERIOR FRONT WALL PANEL. Please note that
the INTERIOR FRONT WALL PANEL will be screwed (5x40mm wood screws)
to the side wall panels from the inside. (see Figure 5)
Figure 5
F. Installing the EXTERIOR FRONT FLOOR PANEL and EXTERIOR FRONT ROOF
PANEL
1. Next, locate the EXTERIOR FRONT FLOOR PANEL. It will slide into place at
the front of the sauna. Note the cutouts for the side wall panels. (see Figure 6)
Figure 6

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2. Proceed to locate the EXTERIOR FRONT ROOF PANEL. It will need to be
lifted and slid in between the side wall panels and into place. Use the provided
(8) 5x40mm wood screws to secure the EXTERIOR FRONT ROOF PANEL in
place. (see Figure 7 and 8)
Exterior Front Roof Panel
Installing EXTERIOR
FRONT ROOF PANEL
Figure 7
Inside of Sauna Room
8 Screw holes
Figure 8
G. Installing the EXTERIOR FRONT WALL PANEL
1. It is time to install the EXTERIOR FRONT WALL PANEL. This panel will have
Red Cedar on the interior and decking on the exterior. Please note that the
EXTERIOR FRONT WALL PANEL will be screwed (5x40mm wood screws) to
the side wall panels from the inside. (see Figure 9)

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Figure 9
H. Installing the INTERIOR ROOF PANEL
1. Locate the INTERIOR ROOF PANEL. Note that the interior side has the ceiling
light. The INTERIOR ROOF PANEL will need to be lifted up and onto the top
of the sauna room. Press the INTERIOR ROOF PANEL down into place. Use
the provided (14) 5x40mm wood screws to secure the INTERIOR ROOF
PANEL in place. (see Figure 10 and 11)
Figure 10
Figure 11

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I. Installing the BENCH SUPPORTS and BENCHES
1. First, you will need to locate the support beam for the second level BENCH.
This is only on GDI-8226-01.See Figure 12 and install the support beam
accordingly using the provided 5x50mm wood screws.
Use applicable screw
to secure support
beam
Figure 12