This document is an instruction guide for the "Cabin Cleaning & Maintenance" of a Sunlighten sauna. Sunlighten is a brand that produces infrared saunas, and this manual provides detailed protocols for keeping the sauna clean and well-maintained to ensure longevity and optimal performance.
Function Description:
The Sunlighten sauna is a wellness device designed to provide the benefits of infrared therapy. While the manual doesn't detail the sauna's therapeutic functions, it focuses on the essential care required to maintain the cabin, which is the core component of the sauna experience. The cleaning and maintenance protocols are crucial for hygiene, preserving the aesthetic quality of the wood and glass components, and ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the heating elements and electrical systems.
Important Technical Specifications (Implied/Indirectly Mentioned):
- Materials: The sauna cabin is primarily constructed from wood, with glass components for doors or windows.
- Heating Elements: The sauna utilizes heating elements, which are mentioned in the context of "heater covers" and "heater surfaces" that require cleaning. Specific types of heaters (e.g., mPulse, Signature, Amplify) are mentioned, indicating variations in design and wiring configurations.
- Electrical System: The sauna is an electrical appliance, as indicated by instructions to "Unplug the unit twice a year" and "Keep unit unplugged if unattended for long periods of time." Wiring is a critical component, with specific instructions for inspecting wiring in mPulse and Signature models for damage from rodents or pests.
- Control Panel: An "Android Control Panel" is mentioned for mPulse models, suggesting a modern interface for operating the sauna.
- Ventilation: The presence of a "roof vent" indicates a ventilation system to manage air circulation within the cabin.
- Power Box: The "mPulse power box with heat syncs" is a significant internal component, housing electrical connections and requiring specific maintenance. "Heat syncs" are described as "spike-looking objects on the back side of the power box," which are crucial for dissipating heat from the electronics.
Usage Features (Related to Maintenance):
- Sauna Cleaning Kit: Sunlighten offers a dedicated "Cabin Cleaning Kit" (available at shop-us.sunlighten.com/) which includes:
- Natural Glass Cleaner
- Natural Sauna Cleaner
- 150-grit sanding (finishing) sponge
- Microfiber cloth
- Outdoor Use: For outdoor installations, a "Sunlighten Sauna Cover" is required to maintain warranty validity and protect the unit from environmental elements.
- Ventilation: Users are instructed to "Open roof vent and/or door" after daily use to allow for air circulation and moisture dissipation.
- Towel Usage: Draping towels over the bench is recommended to "decrease sweat accumulation," which helps in maintaining the wood's cleanliness and longevity.
- Floor Grate: Users are advised "Do not cover more than 40% of the floor grate," likely to ensure proper air circulation or heater function.
Maintenance Features:
The manual provides a comprehensive "Sauna Cleaning Protocol" broken down by frequency:
- After Each Use:
- Wipe down bench and floor with a microfiber cloth or soft cloth.
- Use a sponge to soak up excess moisture and dry with a microfiber towel or soft cloth.
- Daily:
- Wipe down bench, base, walls, and backrest with a microfiber towel or soft cloth.
- Use a sponge to soak up any excess moisture.
- Open roof vent and/or door for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Weekly:
- Lightly spray a microfiber towel or soft cloth with Natural Sauna Cleaner (never spray directly on wood) and wipe down all wooden surfaces.
- After wood is dry, inspect for moisture or soil build-up.
- Use a 150-grit (or higher) sanding/finishing sponge to lightly sand and clean affected areas.
- Wipe down with Natural Sauna Cleaner on a microfiber towel or soft cloth after sanding.
- Use a vacuum with a brush attachment to clean debris or dust from inside the unit and heater surfaces.
- Monthly:
- Follow weekly cleaning steps.
- With the sauna off and cooled, remove heater covers and wipe down heater surfaces with a microfiber towel or soft cloth.
- For high-traffic areas (e.g., base near the front wall), use an 80-grit sanding pad to remove excess moisture or soil stains, followed by a 150-grit sanding/finishing sponge.
- Wipe down with Natural Sauna Cleaner on a microfiber towel or soft cloth after sanding.
General Maintenance:
- Exterior Cleaning: Dust the exterior with a dry cloth.
- Electrical Reset: Unplug the unit twice a year for at least 15 minutes.
- Storage: Keep the unit unplugged if unattended for long periods (e.g., vacation).
- mPulse Specific Maintenance: Use spray air (like for computers) to clear dust/debris from the heat syncs on the power box twice a year.
- Outdoor Unit Maintenance:
- Inspect the Sunlighten Sauna Cover twice a year for tears/holes/worn spots in the fabric and plastic liner. Replace if damage is found.
- One to two times a year, check wiring for damage from rodents or pests.
- mPulse: Wiring is found under the bench (power box) and on the floor under the Android Control Panel.
- Signature: Single stretch of wiring to the right of the floor grate (requires sliding out a board).
- Amplify: No floor heater; all wiring is within the roof panel and walls.
Cleaning Product Substitutions:
- Sauna Wood: Distilled white vinegar (6% acid or more) diluted with water (1 part vinegar to 2-3 parts water) can be substituted for Natural Sauna Cleaner. Apple cider vinegar and chemical cleaners are explicitly prohibited for wood.
- Sauna Glass: Sunlighten Glass Cleaner can be sprayed directly on glass. Chemical cleaners are prohibited for glass.
This comprehensive guide ensures that Sunlighten sauna owners can effectively maintain their units, preserving their investment and ensuring a clean, safe, and enjoyable wellness experience.
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