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INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

       314 SKLF 17 A

WARNING

     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, 22 W x 22 D x 30 H, 

with separate controls.

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.

Minors should be adequately 

supervised whenever near a 

hot or warming sauna.

SAUNA HEATER 

1106-105, 1106-120 & 1106-140

MODELS 

10.5, 12.0 & 14.4 

(-3 signifies 3 phase)

(With separate control panel & contactor box)

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.

WARNING
The use of alcohol, drugs, or medication is capable of greatly increasing 
the risk of fatal hyperthermia.

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SET TIMER

SET TEMPERATURE

Sauna Heating

Room Light

TEMPERATURE
CONTROL

MODEL 19-8

Listed

Sauna heater

No. 339 B

UL

1201-7-1 or 1201-7-3

Contactor Box

19-8....

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DIAGRAM 1

DIAGRAM 2

BOLTS

Sensor

1½"

78"

min.

30"

max.

High Limit Control Reset

3

1/4

"

min.

1x1"

wooden

post

¾ x 4"

wooden

rail

† Total amp draw of combined circuits.

‡ 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.

46¾"

min

3

1/4

"

min.

¾

"

min.

¾

"

min.

MINIMUM ROOM     MAXIMUM ROOM                                                                          COPPER WIRE SIZE 90

O

C

Heater 
Number

Model

1106-105

Model

1106-120

Model

1106-140

K

W

Floor   Ceiling Volume Ceiling   Volume

Area   Height  Cu.Ft    Height    Cu.Ft

CONTACTOR

MODEL/

Product
Number

10.5    60sq.     78"       390        96"       600

             ft.

12      78sq.     78"       510        96"       740
             ft.

14.4    97sq.     78"       630        96"       950

             ft.

1201-7-1

1201-7-1

1201-7-1

1201-7-3

1201-7-3

1201-7-3

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H

A

S

E

V

A

C

A

M

P

S

1      208    50.5   2 x 40 AMPS

1      240    43.8   2 x 30 AMPS

3      208    29.2   1 x 40 AMPS

3      240    25.3   1 x 40 AMPS

1      208    57.7   2 x 40 AMPS

1      240     50     2 x 30 AMPS

3      208    33.3   1 x 40 AMPS

3      240    28.9   1 x 40 AMPS

1      208    69.2   2 x 40 AMPS

1      240     60     2 x 40 AMPS

3      208     40     1 x 50 AMPS

3      240    34.6   1 x 50 AMPS

BREAKER#

AND SIZE

POWER

SUPPLY TO

CONTACTOR

CONTACTOR

TO HEATER

CONTACTOR

TO HEATER

HIGH LIMIT

CONTACTOR

TO CONTROL

PANEL

POWER

SUPPLY TO

CONTROL

LIGHT

CIRCUIT

2 # 14 AWG

2 # 14 AWG

2 # 14 AWG

2 # 14 AWG

2 # 14 AWG

2 # 14 AWG

2 # 14 AWG

2 # 14 AWG

2 # 14 AWG

2 # 14 AWG

2 # 14 AWG

2 # 14 AWG

4 # 8 AWG

+GR

4 # 10 AWG

+GR

3 # 8 AWG

+GR

3 # 8 AWG

+GR

4 # 8 AWG

+GR

4 # 10 AWG

+GR

3 # 8 AWG

+GR

3 # 8 AWG

+GR

4 # 8 AWG

+GR

4 # 8 AWG

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3 # 6 AWG

+GR

3 # 6 AWG

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4 # 10 AWG

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3 # 8 AWG

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4 # 8 AWG

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4 # 8 AWG

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3 # 6 AWG

+N+GR

3 # 6 AWG

+N+GR

3 # 14 AWG

+N+GR

3 # 14 AWG

+N+GR

3 # 14 AWG

+N+GR

3 # 14 AWG

+N+GR

3 # 14 AWG

+N+GR

3 # 14 AWG

+N+GR

3 # 14 AWG

+N+GR

3 # 14 AWG

+N+GR

3 # 14 AWG

+N+GR

3 # 14 AWG

+N+GR

3 # 14 AWG

+N+GR

3 # 14 AWG

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INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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WARNING

     SECTION 2: MOUNTING OF SAUNA HEATER

     SECTION 3: PLACING OF ROCKS

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.

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 rock guard with the screws provided. 

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.

Do not install a shower in 

sauna room.

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.

Packing the rocks too tightly 

may cause the heater high 

limit switch to trip.

     SECTION 4: ELECTRICAL HOOK-UP

     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.

     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 (1½)  inches down from ceiling using two (2) 

screws (provided) as shown in diagrams 1, 3 & 5.

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 19-8...  controls only.  Use of any other 

control type will void the warranty and UL listing. The control panel and 

contactor box must be installed in a dry location outside the sauna room.  

The control panel must be located to allow installation of the thermostat's 

temperature sensor shown in Diagram 1. The sensor wire supplied is 9 feet, 

but it may be extended at the control end with 2 conductor wire. 
The model 1201-7-3 contactor box is required for use with a three phase 

heater, the model 1201-7-1 contactor box is required for use with a single 

phase heater. 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.

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DIAGRAM 3              

(19-8...+1201-...)

Sensor protective cover. Locate 

top of sensor 1½" from ceiling 

directly above center of heater.

Room light outlet box 70 

inches up from floor. Do not 
locate directly over heater.

(2) #14 AWG 90°C wires and  

ground  to control.

Screw control box to 2x4 
blocking stud.
Note: if sensor wire is exposed on 

surface of the sauna wall cover with 

wooden molding.

Temperature control box. Face out from 

sauna room five feet up from floor.

Control circuit wire.

Power from contactor flex 

conduit. Provide three feet 

into room during rough-in.

Power input 

to contactor.

High 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.

Optional separate light circuit, if control light 
switch used.

1201-7-1 or 
1201-7-3 with 19-8
Contactor
(See Note 1
below.)

DIAGRAM 4               

(19-8-1517)

OFF

ON

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

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.

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

Back of 

sensor

Insert screwdriver tip 

here to unsnap sensor 

cover from sensor.

DIAGRAM 5, continued

1½" from ceiling 

to top of sensor

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WARNING

     SECTION 7: OPERATION

Do not locate benches over  

heater. Minimum height of 

ceiling above heater 

46¾"

.

Minimum clearance from heater 

to wooden surfaces (benches, 

heater fence etc. Refer to 

Diagram 1)

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.

The heater is intended for use with a 19-8-1517, 19-8-1817, or 19-8-17 
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 19-8-17 Control Panel) an attendant 

must be present at all times.

MODEL 19-8-1517 CONTROL PANEL 

( 9 Hour Delay /1 Hour Operation) 

This control panel 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. 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.

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 19-8-1817 CONTROL PANEL 

( 60 minute timer ) This control 

panel is equipped with a 60 minute timer, an electronic thermostat, a light 

switch, and a pilot lamp that indicates when the heater is on. 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.

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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     SECTION 7: OPERATION, Continued

MODEL 19-8-17 CONTROL PANEL

, (Attendant Present Control, 

Thermostat Only) This control panel is equipped with 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. 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.

TO START:  To start the heater, turn on the main switch. To stop the heater, 

turn the main switch off.  This control panel is intended for commercial use 

and an attendant must be present to monitor the sauna bather's safety.

Light Switch:   Use the light switch to turn the sauna room light on and off.

     SECTION 8: LIMIT CONTROL (RESET BUTTON)

     SECTION 9: HOW TO TAKE A SAUNA

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.

• 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. ½

   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

Sauna (10 - 15 min.)

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

354 SKLF 29 A 

SINGLE PHASE WIRING DIAGRAM: HEATER MODELS  1106-105, 1106-120 & 1106-140

1            2            3                                4            5            6

LIMIT 

CONTROL

T4    T3   T2   T1

GR

CONTACTOR BOX 1201-7-1

1 PHASE HEATER JUNCTION BOX

208V or 240V 

1-phase 

GR                      T1     T2      T3       T4         1  2

Control Panel

19-8-1517

19-8-1817

19-8-17

Gr

Sensor

Circuit 1

Power Input

12
11
10
N

N 1 2 Gr N 10 11 12

N

L1
L2
L1
L2

Circuit 2

T4    T3   T2   T1

(Reset Fuse)

1      2     3      4      5     6

1 PHASE HEATER 

WIRING

COMPARTMENT

Field

Wiring

 1
 2   
 N                   

Light Switch

1 - light power in

2 - light power out

N - neutral

Gr

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DIAGRAM 6, Continued

354 SKLF 31 A

Control Panel

19-8-1517

19-8-1817

19-8-17

Gr

Sensor

12
11
10
N

Light Switch

1 - light power in

2 - light power out

N - neutral

1
2
N

THREE PHASE WIRING DIAGRAM: HEATER MODELS 

 

1106-105, 1106-120 & 1106-140

1            2            3                                4            5            6

T3   T2   T1

GR

CONTACTOR BOX 1201-7-3

3 PHASE HEATER JUNCTION BOX

208V or 240V 

3-phase 

GR                                T1     T2      T3         1  2

POWER INPUT

N 1 2 Gr N 10 11 12

L1
L2
L3

GR

(Reset Fuse)

1      2     3      4      5     6

3 PHASE HEATER 

WIRING

COMPARTMENT

L3   L2   L1

N

Field

Wiring

LIMIT 

CONTROL

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Control Panel 19-8-1817

DIAGRAM 7

TYPICAL PRE-CUT WALL CONSTRUCTION

DIAGRAM 8

DIAGRAM 6, Continued

Control Panel 19-8-17

Air Inlet 

Vent

Air Outlet 

Vent

3 5 4     S Y L U   1 7   D

L

N

S1

Gr

Sauna
light

ON/OFF switch

1A    2A

4B   5B

0

Room light       Connection to

max. 60W       heater junction box

Input
120V

1    2

N        N    10               11         12

1    2   3    4

OLET 7

354  SYLU 15 D

Pilot lamp

Sauna
light

One hour timer

1       1A

M

2       2A

Room light       Connection to

max. 60W       heater junction box

Input
120V

1       1A

S1

N

L

1    2

N        N    10           11       12

Gr

Sensor 

1    2   3    4

OLET 7

Sensor 

Page 9

2x4" framing

1/2" wallboard

fiberglass insulation

1/2" wallboard

T&G soft wood

foil vapor barrier

Control Panel 19-8-1517

354  SYLU 15 D

Pilot lamp

Sauna
light

9 +1 timer

Room light       Connection to

max. 60W       heater junction box

Input
120V

S1

N

L

1    2

N        N    10           11       12

Gr

1    2   3    4

OLET 7

Sensor 

M

OYKS 9

a1    a    b   b0

a1   a      b   b0

 


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WARNING

     SECTION 10: WARNING PLACARDS

     SECTION 11: ROOM CONSTRUCTION

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.

Secure the two metal placards at eye level with the screws that 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 outside of the door of the sauna 

room.

The "CAUTION" and 

"WARNING" placards must be 

mounted in accordance with 

Section 10.

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.

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     SECTION 12: VENTILATION

     SECTION 13: MAINTENANCE

VENTILATION  Ventilation shall be provided in a 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.

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

The sauna, like a bathroom, should be kept clean and odor free.

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 deterioration should be replaced immediately to avoid possible injury.

     SECTION 14: TROUBLESHOOTING

For troubleshooting or service questions call 1-888-780-4427 and ask to speak with service. Also contact the 

following e-mail addresses for sales or technical support.

sales@saunatec.com

techsupport@saunatec.com

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