AMEREC PROFESSIONAL 10.5, 12.0, 14.4 Sauna Heater INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
AMEREC PROFESSIONAL 10.5, 12.0 & 14.4 Sauna Heaters are designed for permanent installations and electrical connections. These heaters are free standing, secured to the floor, 20 W x 20 D x 28 H, with separate controls.
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
AMEREC
"PROFESSIONAL"
SAUNA HEATER
MODELS
10.5, 12.0 & 14.4
(-3 signifies 3 phase)
(With separate control & contactor)
Read all instructions carefully before installation. Please leave all instructions and warranty with the owner.
WARNING
Prolonged exposure to elevated temperatures is capable of inducing hyperthermia. Hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature of the body reaches several degrees above the normal body temperature of
98.6°F. The symptoms of hyperthermia include an increase in the normal temperature of the body, dizziness, lethargy, drowsiness, and fainting. The effects of the hyperthermia include failure to perceive heat, failure to recognize the need to exit the room, unawareness of impending hazard, fetal damage in pregnant women, physical inability to exit the room and unconsciousness.
Do not take a sauna if using alcohol, drugs or medications.
Pregnant women or persons with poor health should consult their physician before using any sauna.
Caution fire hazard: Do not use the sauna room for drying clothes, bathing suits, etc. Do not hang towels above heater or place any object other than the rocks supplied on the heater. If any darkening of the wall around the heater is noticed discontinue sauna use immediately.
Inspect sauna regularly for required maintenance to heater, control and benches.
Replace wood surfaces which show any signs of deterioration.
The heater gets extremely hot during operation and should not be touched or burns may result.
WARNING
The use of alcohol, drugs, or medication is capable of greatly increasing the risk of fatal hyperthermia.
Minors should be adequately supervised whenever near a hot or warming sauna.
SECTION 1: GENERAL INFORMATION
These heaters are UL approved for permanent installations and electrical connections. Built with splash proof construction, the conducting parts are protected against water. All wiring must be performed in accordance with local codes. See Diagram 2 for wire and room size requirements.
These heaters are free standing, secured to the floor, 20 W x 20 D x 28 H, with separate controls.
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Single phase heaters are supplied power from two circuits which must be grouped and marked per NEC.
NOTE 1: Use separate 120V branch circuit protected for 15 or 20 amps if control light switch is to be used.
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SECTION 2: MOUNTING OF SAUNA HEATER
Carefully locate the heater according to the dimensions shown in Diagram 1 and bolt it to the floor. (Bolts are not supplied with the heater.) Tighten to secure the heater in place.
SECTION 3: PLACING OF ROCKS
The rocks supplied with the heater have been chosen to provide the best heater performance. Use of any other type of rock may void the heaters warranty. Never operate the heater without rocks in place! Rinse the rocks with water before placing in the heater. Place the larger rocks at the bottom and the smallest at the top. Place the rocks loosely so that the air can circulate through the heater. Packing the rocks too tightly may cause the heater high limit switch to trip. The rocks must fully cover the heating elements. Attach the guard with the screws provided.
SECTION 4: ELECTRICAL HOOK-UP
Electrical installation must be made by a licensed electrician in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local regulations.
This heater is intended for use with C103-9, C103-60 or C105-P controls only. Use of any other control will void the warranty and UL listing. The control must be installed in a dry location outside the sauna room. The location must be selected to allow installation of the thermostats temperature sensor shown in Diagram 1. (9 foot sensor wire supplied, but may be extended with equivalent 2 conductor wire.)
The model "R3" contactor is required for use with 3 phase heaters, the model "R1" contactor is required for use with single phase heaters. To determine the correct wire size, refer to Diagram 2. Use copper supply wire only, suitable for minimum 90 degrees C. The heater must be grounded!
See the heater and control wiring diagrams for proper connections.
SECTION 5: TEMPERATURE SENSOR
Feed the sensor wire from the control to the sensor location. It may be necessary to drill holes to string the wire through the studs or ceiling joists.
Route wires into control box and connect to terminals #2 and #3 at the thermostat terminal block. Using a flat tip screwdriver, unsnap sensor cover from sensor. Mount sensor horizontally to the finished wall directly above heater one & a half (1
1
/2) inches down from ceiling using two (2) screws (provided) as shown in diagrams 1, 3 & 5.
SECTION 6: HEATER SCREEN (GUARD RAIL)
Install a wooden heater guard to prevent the sauna bather from accidentally touching the sauna heater. Install the heater guard rail with the height clearances and dimensions shown in Diagram 1.
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WARNING
Fire sprinkler systems used inside any sauna room should be properly rated for sauna room temperatures.
Do not pour chlorinated pool or spa water on heater.
Excessive water use on heater may cause damage and void warranty.
Electric Shock Hazard - High voltage exists within this equipment. There are no user serviceable parts in this equipment. All installation and service to this equipment should be performed by qualified licensed personnel in accordance with local and national codes.
Do not construct sauna room so as to restrict air flow through the bottom of the heater.
Rock preheat required.
Although the rocks are specially selected for use with this sauna heater, concealed moisture could cause the rocks to crack and project fragments causing potential injury when the rocks are heated. The rocks must be preheated on the sauna heater for two hours at maximum temperature with no one in the sauna room.
Packing the rocks too tightly may cause the heater high limit switch to trip.
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DIAGRAM 3
DIAGRAM 4
ONE HOUR OPERATING ZONE FOR 9 HOUR DELAY TIMER
This area from "OFF" to "ON" is the operating zone. This is the only time the heater is on.
Sensor protective cover. Locate top of sensor 11/2" from ceiling directly above center of heater.
(2) #14 wires and Ground AWG
90°C wire to control.
Screw control box to 2x blocking stud.
Note: if sensor wire is exposed on surface of the sauna wall cover with wooden molding.
Room light outlet box 70 inches up from floor. Do not locate directly over heater.
Temperature control box. Face out from sauna room five feet up from floor.
Optional separate light circuit it control light switch used.
Control circuit wire.
DELAY ZONE
This area from "9" to "ON" is the delay zone, meaning the heater can be programmed to come on up to nine hours later. The heater will not operate in this area.
DIAGRAM 5, continued
R1 or R3
Contactor
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Power input to contactor.
Power from contactor flex conduit. Provide three feet into room during rough-in. igh Limit reset.
Note 1: The contactor box may be mounted anywhere outside the sauna room. A location should be selected so the front cover is accessible for service and the noise of the contactor pulling in will not be a nuisance.
DIAGRAM 5
Back of sensor
Insert screwdriver tip here to unsnap sensor cover from sensor.
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WARNING
SECTION 7: OPERATION
The heater is intended for use with a C103-9, C103-60 or C105-P Control
Panel only. For health and fire safety, never attempt to alter or bypass the timer or thermostat. If the sauna is to be used without an automatic timer provided, (Model C105-P Control Panel) an attendant must be present at all times.
MODEL C103-9 CONTROL PANEL,
UL Number 19-8-1517 ( 9 Hour Delay
1 Hour Operation Option ) This control is equipped with a 60 minute timer with a 9 hour delay, an electronic thermostat, a light switch, and a pilot lamp that indicates when the heater is on.
SETTING THE TEMPERATURE: The temperature can be adjusted by turning the thermostat knob. To raise the temperature, turn the knob clockwise; to lower the temperature, turn the knob counter-clockwise.
SETTING THE TIME: If you want the heater to begin heating immediately, turn the dial clockwise past the first marked section labeled "off to 1" (See
Diagram 4), then turn the dial back (counter-clockwise) until you feel it
"click", near the on position, into the one hour operating zone.
The heater has a "9 plus 1" timer, which means you can set the heater to begin heating after a delay of up to 9 hours. If you set the timer dial in the
"1 to 9" zone, the heater will automatically turn on after the selected delay time has elapsed.
Light Switch: Use the light switch to turn the sauna room light on and off.
MODEL C103-60 CONTROL PANEL,
UL Number 19 - 8 -1817 ( 60 minute timer ) This control panel has a 60 minute timer, an electronic thermostat, a light switch, and a pilot lamp that indicates when the heater is operable.
Do not locate benches over heater. Minimum height of ceiling above heater 49 1/2'.
Minimum clearance from heater to wooden surfaces
(benches, heater fence etc.)
2 1/2 inches and side walls 5".
Use only copper wire of the size and type indicated in the
Heater Specification Chart and the temperature rating indicated on the heater junction box.
All heaters and controls must be grounded per NEC to prevent electrical shock in case of unit failure.
Electrical outlets or receptacle must not be installed in a sauna room.
A guardrail or fence is required around the heater to prevent burns from accidental contact.
SETTING THE TEMPERATURE: The temperature can be adjusted by turning the thermostat knob. To raise the temperature, turn the knob clockwise; to lower the temperature, turn the knob counter-clockwise.
SETTING THE TIME: Use the timer to turn the heater on. To start the heater, turn the timer knob clockwise to the desired time setting. Maximum operating time is one hour.
Light Switch: Use the light switch to turn the sauna room light on and off.
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DIAGRAM 6
SINGLE PHASE WIRING DIAGRAM: HEATER MODELS PROFESSIONAL 10.5, 12.0 & 14.4
UL Number: 1105-105, 1105-120 & 1105-140
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SECTION 7: OPERATION, Continued
MODEL C105-P CONTROL PANEL,
UL Number 19 - 8 - 17 ( Attendant
Present Control, Thermostat Only ) This control panel has a main on/off switch, an electronic thermostat, and a sauna light switch. A pilot lamp in the main on/off switch indicates when the sauna heater is on; and a pilot lamp in the sauna light switch indicates when the sauna light is on.
SETTING THE TEMPERATURE: The temperature can be adjusted by turning the thermostat knob. To raise the temperature, turn the knob clockwise; to lower the temperature, turn the knob counter-clockwise.
Shower
TO START: To start the heater, tum on the main switch. To stop the heater, turn the main switch off. This control panel is made for commercial use with an attendant present to monitor the sauna bathers safety.
Sauna (10 - 15 min.)
Light Switch: Use the light switch to turn the sauna room light on and off.
SECTION 8: LIMIT CONTROL (RESET BUTTON)
The sauna heater has a built-in High Limit control, which automatically turns off the heater if the temperature inside in the sauna room rises to an abnormally high level.
To restart the heater, let the heater cool and the timer run down to zero
(off), then push the reset button on the bottom of the heater, See Diagram
3. If the High Limit continually shuts off the heater, contact a service representative.
SECTION 9: HOW TO TAKE A SAUNA
• When taking a sauna, allow time to relax completely.
• Remove clothing and jewelry...if required, wear a towel loosely.
• After 10 minutes or when perspiration begins, leave sauna and relax in dressing area...follow with a cool shower.
• Cooling time should equal time spent in sauna. Enter sauna room again and stay 5 or 10 minutes.
• Repeat the cycle 2 or 3 times; end with a brisk shower...rinse in cool water.
• Dress when completely dry and perspiration has stopped.
• Some sauna bathers enjoy the soothing effect of steam by splashing water on the heated sauna rocks. Use only one dipper full (approx. 1/2 cup) at a time and take care to keep clear of the steam as it rises off the rocks.
• Do not smoke, exercise or drink alcoholic beverages in the sauna room.
• Do not pour chlorinated pool or spa water on the heater or corrosion damage may result
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Shower or swim
Rest (10 -15 min.)
Relax with juice or water
You liked it?
Do it once again and you will feel great.
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DIAGRAM 6, Continued
THREE PHASE WIRING DIAGRAM: HEATER MODELS PROFESSIONAL 10.5, 12.0 & 14.4
UL Number: 1105-105, 1105-120 & 1105-140
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SECTION 10: WARNING PLACARDS
Two metal placards are included in the Installation Instruction Envelope packaged with every Sauna Heater. The CAUTION placard must be attached to the interior wall of the sauna room directly above the heater where it is visible to the bather. The WARNING placard must be attached to the door of the sauna room.
SECTION 11: ROOM CONSTRUCTION
For safety and reliability, the following rules must be addressed.
• No permanent locking or latch system is to be used on the sauna door.
• Acceptable door fittings are: magnetic catches, friction catches, spring or gravity loaded closures. The door must always open outwards.
• No shower may be installed in a sauna room.
• No electrical receptacle shall be installed inside the sauna room.
• The enclosed WARNING: Reduce the risk of overheating ... warning plate must be mounted on or alongside the door outside the sauna room at about eye level.
• The enclosed CAUTION: Reduce the risk of fire ... caution plate must be mounted on the interior wall above the heater.
• The heater should not be operated without its container properly filled with rocks and the rock guard in place.
• If an intercom speaker is installed, it should be away from the heater and as close to the floor as possible.
• If a room light is installed, it should be a surface mounted bracket type.
Wall mounted lights should be about 70" above the floor. Ceiling mounted lights should be of an approved type with a junction box that is remote to the fixture itself. Use only a fixture that uses A.F. or fixture type internal wiring. A 60 watt bulb should provide sufficient lighting.
• Fire sprinkler systems installed inside any sauna room should be properly rated for sauna room temperatures.
• Always mount the heater according to these installation instructions.
WARNING
The "CAUTION" and
"WARNING" placards must be mounted in accordance with
Section 10.
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REDUCE THE RISK OF OVERHEATING
' Exit immediately if uncomfortable, dizzy, or sleepy. Staying too long in a sauna is capable of causing overheating.
' Supervise chiidren at all times.
' Check with a dxtor before use if pregnant, in poor health, or under medical care.
' Breathing heated air in conjunction with consumption of alcohol, drugs, or medication is capable of causing unconsciousness.
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REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
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For safety purpose sauna door must open out and not lock.
Never use a wood stain, seal or preservative on the inside of your sauna room.
Light fixtures get very hot during operation. Locate light fixture where it will not be a burn hazard.
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SECTION 12: VENTILATION
WARNING
VENTILATION In a private sauna, the air should be changed about 6 times an hour. This can be achieved by making a vent opening (fresh air inlet) in the sauna wall directly below the heater. The air outlet must be lower than the upper benches, as far as possible from the heater and about two feet higher than the fresh air inlet vent, See Diagram 8.
It is recommended that ventilation openings meet the requirements of UL
Specification 875. The minimum opening should be determined using one of the following formulas:
For R<31, V>9.4
For R>31, V>0.3R where R = the floor area of the room in square feet and
V = the minimum vent size in square inches
SECTION 13: MAINTENANCE
The sauna, like a bathroom, should be kept clean and odor free.
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Towels or mats should always be used on benches and floor as perspiration otherwise penetrates the soft wood.
Air out the sauna often by keeping the door and vents open when the sauna is not in use. Saunas that are in daily use should be washed down at least once a week to keep them clean and the air fresh. Duckboard should be removed from the sauna, the sauna floor mopped and dried in a conventional manner, and the duckboard thoroughly scrubbed and dried before returning to the sauna room. The sauna heater should be wiped down occasionally with a damp cloth to remove lint and dust. The rocks should be removed once a year for cleaning and small or crumbled rocks replaced.
To clean and remove perspiration stains, use soap or detergent in warm water, best applied with a scrub brush. Badly soiled surfaces may require sanding. Sand paper wrapped around a wooden block works well.
Benches and supporting structure must be inspected annually for potential deterioration due to age, dry rot or abuse. Any boards with signs of deteriorations should be replaced immediately to avoid possible injury.
SECTION 14: TROUBLESHOOTING
For troubleshooting or service questions call 1-800-331-0349 and ask to speak with service.
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Phone:425-951-1120 Fax:425-951-1130 email address: amerec @ amerec . corn
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