Preparing for Your Sauna Installation: Essential Steps for a Smooth Setup

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Preparing for Your Sauna Installation:

Essential Steps for a Smooth Setup

Proper preparation ensures a smooth installation process and optimal performance of your sauna. Here’s a comprehensive guide on what you need to do before our team arrives.

Base – Flat and Level

The foundation of your sauna is crucial. Ensure that the base where your sauna will be installed is flat and level. A stable and level base guarantees the structural integrity of your sauna and prevents any future issues related to uneven surfaces.

Electrical Requirements

Most saunas require a 32-amp supply on a Type C breaker. However, if you have a three-phase power supply, your sauna can also be wired accordingly.

Here are the steps to ensure your electrical setup is ready:

  1. Main Fuse Board Feed: Ensure there is a dedicated feed from your main fuse board.
  2. Triple Pole Isolator: The feed should pass through a triple pole isolator.
  3. Sufficient Lead Length: Make sure the lead from the isolator to the sauna heater is long enough to reach, taking into account any corners or routing obstacles.
  4. Heat-Resistant Cable: Use a heat-resistant cable from the isolator to the heater to ensure safety and durability.

For outdoor saunas, the isolator is typically attached to the rear of the sauna for easy access and protection from the elements.

Checklist Before Our Arrival

To ensure everything is in place for a seamless installation, please review the following checklist:

✓ Flat and Level Base: Confirm the installation site is flat and level.

✓ Electrical Feed: Ensure a dedicated feed from the main fuse board is ready.

✓ Triple Pole Isolator: Check that the feed passes through a triple pole isolator.

✓Lead Length: Verify the lead is long enough to reach the heater, considering all corners and routes.

✓ Heat-Resistant Cable: Ensure the cable from the isolator to the heater is heat-resistant.

By following these guidelines, you’ll help ensure a smooth and efficient installation process.

We look forward to setting up your sauna and helping you create a perfect relaxation space.

Wellness First,

Simon, Kate, Laura and all of the team at Take Wellness.