First fire-up procedure
The controlled first heating that burns off element and stone smells. Two cycles at 230°F with door cracked. Stop if you see smoke or smell strong chemical odor.
The first time you heat your sauna, you'll notice a smell. This is normal. New heater elements release a burn-off smell during the first heat cycle, and new stones can have a slight mineral smell. The smell goes away after the first 2 to 3 cycles.
First fire-up steps
- Confirm the heater is properly installed, the stones are loaded (Section 8.5), and the electrical connection is verified.
- Open the door and the airflow vents to allow ventilation during burn-off.
- Turn on the heater. Set the target temperature to 230°F / 110°C and the run time to 60 minutes.
- Stay nearby during the first 30 minutes. Check that the heater is heating evenly and there are no unusual sounds or strong smells (a faint burn-off is normal; smoke or strong chemical odor is not).
- After the heater hits temperature and the timer completes, let the unit cool naturally with the door cracked open.
- Run a second cycle the same way. By the third cycle, the burn-off smell should be gone and the unit is ready for normal use.