Tyloheloinc 4.5B, 6.0B, 8.0B Operating Instruction

INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Fonda / Vena "B" Series Sauna Heaters

Models 4.5B, 6.0B, 8.0B (Built-in Controls)

(ETL#'S 1712-450-17, 1712-600-17, 1712-800-17)

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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WARNING

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.

SECTION 1: GENERAL INFORMATION

These heaters are ETL approved by Intertek 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 5 for wire and room size requirements.

These heaters are wall mounted, 17-1/2" W x 12" D x 25-5/8" H, with
built in controls.

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DIAGRAM 1

MOUNTING BRACKET LOCATION AND TO MINIMUM DISTANCE TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL

All wiring for sauna system or accessories should

be routed inside the walls or away from the high

temperature air from the sauna heater.

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11-5/8"

6"

21"

11"

4"

Recheck your distances from the
heater to combustible materials to
be sure you have the proper
minimum distances.

6"

3"
Min

Min.

13½"

2"

Screws

Use the long screws in the upper
holes of the mounting bracket

CAUTION: Avoid fire, Do Not Place Combustible Material on sauna
heater / ATTENTION: Evitez les Incedies, Ne Placez Aucne Matiere
Combustible Sur Lle Chauffe-saun

High Limit Control

4

(Upper Bench)

1"

Guard

Rail

44"

Minimum

21½"

OBSERVING MINIMUM DISTANCES IS
REQUIRED TO REDUCE FIRE HAZARD

DIAGRAM 2

74"

Minimum

Front

1

2

4

Left
side

Alternate

Location

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2

1. Timer

2. Thermostat

3

Back

3. High limit control (Reset)

4. Knobs for the thermostat and the timer.

1

4

Right
side
Alternate
Location

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SECTION 2: MOUNTING OF SAUNA HEATER

For ease of operation, the heater controls may be mounted on the left or
right side. If the controls are relocated, this should be done before
mounting the heater to the wall.

MOVING THE CONTROLS Lay the heater on its back: remove the
control knobs by pulling them straight off (See Item 1 on Diagram 3);
unsnap the plastic hole plugs from the left and right sides of the heater
enclosure. Remove the bottom cover by sliding it towards the back of
the heater about 1 inch and then pulling the middle of the plate towards
the bottom of the heater. The metal plate will flex slightly and come out.

Remove the screws which hold the mounting bracket with the controls,
then carefully move assembly to their new position. Reassemble in the
reverse order using the original hardware. Ensure that no wires are
pulled loose, pinched, kinked, pulled tight or otherwise damaged. Use
the plastic hole plugs to cover the unused control mounting positions.
Reinstall the metal plate on the bottom of the heater.

HANGING THE HEATER Using the template provided, drill four
9/64" holes to fasten the heater to the wall. Install two ¼" x 1 ½" hex
head lag screws (supplied with the heater) into the upper two holes.
Tighten these screws until their heads are about 1/8" from the wall
surface. The screws must be threaded through the wall into a framing
member or backing board to support the heater weight. Hang the heater
on the two upper screws.

Locate the two ¼" x 1" hex head lag screws (supplied with the heater)
then install them into the two lower mounting holes. Tighten to lock the
heater in place.

See Diagram 1 & 2 for the heater location details and the necessary
clearances to combustible materials.

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.

Packing the rocks too tightly

may cause the heater high

limit switch to trip.

SECTION 3: PLACING OF ROCKS (SEE DIAGRAM #10)

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. Carefully 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.

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WIRE

SIZE

Floor Area

Wall

Height

Volume

Cu.Ft.

Ceiling

Height

Volume

Cu.Ft.

Power

Supply to

Heater

1 208 21.6 2 #10AWG +GR

1 240 18.8 2 #10AWG +GR

3 208 12.5 3 #12AWG +GR

3 240 10.8 3 #12AWG +GR

1 208 28.8 2 #8AWG +GR

1 240 25 2 #10AWG +GR

3 208 16.7 3 #12AWG +GR

3 240 14.4 3 #12AWG +GR

1 208 38.5 2 #8AWG +GR

1 240 33.3 2 #8AWG +GR

3 208 22.2 3 #10AWG +GR

3 240 19.2 3 #10AWG +GR

AMPS

4.5 kW
Heater

1712-450-17

4.5 12 sq. ft. 74" 100 96" 210

HEATER

MODEL /

Product
Number KW

MINIMUM ROOM MAXIMUM ROOM

PHASE VAC

310

8.0 kW
Heater

1712-800-17

8.0 31 sq. ft. 74" 250 96" 425

6.0 kW
Heater

1712-600-17

6.0 21 sq. ft. 74" 175 96"

DIAGRAM 3 DIAGRAM 4

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MOVING THE CONTROLS

1.

1. Remove knobs.

2. Remove screws on side of heater.

2.

60 MINUTE TIMER OPERATION

OFF

60

45

30

15

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DIAGRAM 5