Interior of a small wooden sauna with benches on both sides, a heater in the center, a bucket with a ladle on the left bench, a small wall clock, and a wooden thermometer.

Sauna instructions

1.) Turn on the sauna

  • There are two knobs located at the bottom of the heating unit - the left controls the amount of heat and the right controls the time.

  • Adjust the temperature knob to desired temperature. This is typically 160 -185 degrees F.
    Novice sauna users should begin at the lower end of that range to avoid medical or fatal incidents.

  • Slowly rotate the time knob clockwise towards the number 1 until it ‘clunks’ twice, then rotate counter clockwise one ‘clunk’. It will take about 1 hour to heat up to desired temperature

A grayscale digital illustration of two circular thermostats labeled 'Heat Control/Thermostat'. The left dial is marked from 'max' to 'min' with a white knob at the lowest setting. The right dial has numbered settings from 0 to 8, with a white knob set at 0.

2.) Using the sauna

  • Rinse off before entering the sauna.

  • Step into the sauna and enjoy for 5-15 minutes, bringing a towel to sit or lay on. Leave the sauna once you are perspiring freely.

  • Cool down for 10-20 minutes before using the sauna again.

  • During this visit, you may wish to sprinkle small amounts of water onto the stones to create bursts of steam. Use no more than one ladle (¼ cup) at a time. If water spills through the heater to the floor, you are using too much water.

  • Whatever your sauna routine, it is imperative that you STAY HYDRATED!

  • If you would like some ambient light, the control can be found to the right of the heating unit, near the floor boards.

3.) Shutting off

  • The sauna will turn off automatically based on the time selected, but can be shut off by turn both the temperature and timing knobs counter clockwise.

Safety reminders

  • This sauna is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the sauna by a person responsible for their safety.

  • Consult your doctor about any health-related limitations related to sauna use. Ignoring advice from your medical provider could cause serious injury or death.

  • Do not let people with pre-existing health conditions bathe in the sauna on their own. Using the sauna could cause these users to lose consciousness.

  • Parents should consult your pediatrician before allowing children to use the sauna. Ignoring advice from your medical provider could cause serious injury or death.

  • Do not smoke, use alcohol, or exercise in the sauna. These tasks could cause users to lose consciousness.

  • Do not exceed 30 min. in the sauna at one time, as excessive exposure may be harmful to health. The sauna should not be used as an endurance test.

  • Do not place any combustible material over the sauna heater (towels, bathing suits, wooden bucket or ladle).This will cause the sauna to catch fire.

  • Hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature of the body reaches a level several degrees above the normal body temperature of 98,6 ºF. The symptoms of hyperthermia include an increase in the internal temperature of the body, dizziness, lethargy, drowsiness, and fainting.

  • Do not sleep in a sauna that the heater is operating. Sleeping in a heated sauna may lead to injury or death.

  • Keep all occupants away from the heater and when it is hot. The stones and outer surface of the heater may burn your skin.

  • Do not throw excessive amounts of water on the stones. The evaporating water is boiling hot and could cause burns.

  • Do not throw water directly onto the elements. This could cause burns and damage to the heater.

  • Be very careful when moving in the sauna, as the benches and floors may be slippery. This could cause the user to slip and fall.