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Amerec Designer 4.5 - User Manual

Amerec Designer 4.5
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
72-0106 02-26-16 7013482 314 SKSM 215 B
Page 1
WARNING
SECTION 1: GENERAL INFORMATION
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 re 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.
Designer “Trend" Series Sauna Heaters
Models 4.5, 6.0, 8.0
(Type #'s 1712-45-1706, 1712-60-1706, 1712-80-1706)
with Trend Control (Type # 1601-31 and 1601-31-1).
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.
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 national and local codes. See Diagram 2 for wire and
room size requirements. These heaters are wall mounted.
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Summary

General Information and Safety

ETL Approval and Installation Standards

Heaters are ETL approved for permanent installation and must follow codes.

Key Safety Warnings for Sauna Use

Covers substance use, health conditions, fire hazards, hot surfaces, and child supervision.

Diagram 1: Mounting Bracket and Clearances

Minimum Distances to Combustible Material

Specifies required clearances from the heater to surrounding combustible materials.

Diagram 2: Room Specifications and Wiring

Heater Models, Room Sizes, and Wire Gauges

Details heater models, maximum room dimensions, voltage, and wire size requirements.

Section 2: Mounting the Sauna Heater

Heater Installation and Fastening

Instructions for drilling holes and securing the heater to the wall using lag screws.

Section 3: Placing Sauna Rocks

Proper Rock Placement for Heater Performance

Use provided rocks, rinse, and place loosely to ensure airflow and prevent tripping the high limit.

Section 4: Electrical Hook-Up

Wiring Procedures and Safety

Electrical installation by licensed electrician, use copper wire, and ensure proper grounding.

Section 5: Temperature Sensor Installation

Sensor Wire Routing and Mounting

Route sensor wire separately from power lines; mount sensor 5" from ceiling above heater.

Section 6: Heater Screen (Guard Rail)

Guard Rail Installation for Safety

Install a guard rail to prevent accidental contact with the hot heater.

Critical Safety Warnings (Page 3)

Sprinklers, Water, Electrical, and Ventilation Safety

Covers fire sprinklers, water usage, electrical hazards, and ventilation impact on overheating.

Diagram 3: Sensor and Control Wiring

Sensor Protective Cover and Spacing

Locate sensor protective cover 5" from ceiling directly above the heater.

Diagram 5: Sensor Mounting Details

Sensor Cover Removal and Orientation

Instructions on how to unsnap the sensor cover and note its orientation.

Diagram 6: Wiring Schematics

1 Phase Connection Diagram

Detailed wiring diagram for 1 phase connection of the sauna heater.

Diagram 6 Continued: Wiring Schematics

3 Phase Connection Diagram

Detailed wiring diagram for 3 phase connection of the sauna heater.

Section 7: Control Installation & Operation

Control Unit Installation Requirements

Mounting location for control, maximum height, and low voltage cable routing.

Control Panel Overview and Functions

Description of control panel buttons (A-F) and their functions like light, timer, temp.

Control Operation: Light, Sauna Length, Temperature

How to turn on the light, set sauna length (0-60 min or 0-24 hrs), and desired temperature.

Critical Safety Warnings (Page 7)

Bench Placement, Clearances, and Electrical Safety

Warnings about bench placement, minimum clearances, grounding, and electrical outlets.

Section 7: Operation Continued

Starting Heater and Time Delay Function

How to start the heater immediately or set a delayed start time.

Section 8: High Limit Control (Reset Button)

High Limit Control Function and Reset

Explanation of the high limit control that shuts off the heater and how to reset it.

Section 9: How to Take a Sauna

Sauna Session Guidelines and Recommendations

Advice on relaxing, showering, cooling, and recommended sauna cycles.

Sauna Usage Precautions

Do not smoke, exercise, or drink alcohol; avoid splashing chlorinated water on rocks.

Diagrams 7-10: Construction, Ventilation, and Rocks

Typical Wall Construction

Diagram showing typical pre-cut wall construction for a sauna room.

Heater Screen (Guard Rail) Dimensions

Diagram illustrating minimum dimensions for installing a heater guard rail.

Ventilation Requirements

Diagram and formulas for proper sauna room ventilation (air changes per hour).

Rock Placement Instructions

Step-by-step guide for loosely placing rocks between elements for optimal airflow.

Section 10: Warning Placards

Placard Mounting Locations

Instructions for mounting CAUTION and WARNING placards inside and outside the sauna room.

Section 11: Room Construction

Sauna Room Design and Safety Rules

Rules for door fittings, no showers, no receptacles, light fixture types, and sprinklers.

Critical Safety Warnings (Page 10)

Overheating, Fire Risk, and Fixture Safety

Warnings on overheating, fire risk, door locking, wood treatment, and light fixture placement.

Section 12: Ventilation

Sauna Air Exchange Requirements

Guidelines for ventilation to achieve 6 air changes per hour, including formulas.

Section 13: Maintenance

General Cleaning and Odor Control

Keep sauna clean, use towels/mats, air out, wash down weekly, clean duckboard.

Heater and Rock Maintenance

Wipe heater occasionally, remove rocks annually for cleaning, replace crumbled rocks.

Bench and Structure Inspection

Inspect benches and structure annually for deterioration; replace damaged boards immediately.

Section 14: Troubleshooting

No Heat and High Limit Tripping

Troubleshooting steps for no heat and issues with the high limit tripping.

Control Panel Fault Codes

Explanation of constant and flashing LED fault codes displayed on the control panel.

Amerec Designer 4.5 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAmerec
ModelDesigner 4.5
CategoryHeater
LanguageEnglish

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