Alivida Sauna Control Sauna Control External Installation Guide
- June 11, 2024
- Alivida
Table of Contents
Sauna Controller
Installation and Operating Manual v2.3
Warnings
General warnings:
Read all chapters of this manual carefully before you start installing the
sauna controller.
Keep this manual for the entire life of the product. Always follow the
instructions in this manual or in the manual of the accessories.
Do not make any adjustments to the sauna controller and do not perform
maintenance of any kind.
There are live parts in this product. Maintenance and service of such a
product should only be performed by specialized or qualified personnel. This
product is intended for adults. Do not allow use of the product by children
under 8 years old, persons with reduced physical, mental or sensory condition.
The product should not be used by people with insufficient knowledge or
experience.
It is advised to consult personal medical advice before using the product.
Check whether the mains supply is suitable for the electrical input of the
sauna controller.
Any form of warranty becomes void if adjustments are made to the device or if
the installation manual is deviated from.
Safety Warnings:
The installation of the system must comply with the safety requirements of the
laws and regulations of the place of use.
Heater Requirements Alivida Sauna Controller:
The Alivida Sauna Controller can control heaters with the following features:
– heaters with heating elements: Maximum 3*3.0 kW / 230V.
Note: The Alivida Sauna Controller can be powered with 1 phase (230V) or
3 phase (380V+N).
Removal regulations:
**** Disposal of electrical equipment should be collected separately, in
accordance with local regulations on waste disposal.
General description
The Alivida Sauna Controller regulates the power of sauna heaters which is
controlled by the Alivida Touch Control Panel.
The Sauna Controller consists of the following components:
– Alivida Sauna Control Box.
– Alivida Touch Control Panel.
– Temperature sensor and thermal protection.
controller
The controller senses the temperature of the sauna using the temperature
sensor. This temperature sensor switches the heating elements in the stove on
and off in order to maintain the set temperature with an accuracy of +/- 2°C.
The temperature sensor is an NTC which is provided with a 2 core cable with a
length of 3.5 meters. This cable is provided with a screw connector.
Pay attention! When the thermal protection is activated, the system stops. All
functions will be disabled until the thermal protection problem is resolved.
Temperature sensor and thermal protection
The temperature sensor is standard equipped with a 3.5 meter cable.
It can be extended using an optional extension cable. This temperature sensor
must be mounted in the supplied sensor holder. The thermal protector breaks
the circuit when the maximum temperature is reached. All functions of the
sauna controller are disabled. According to the safety rules, the heating
element will not break immediately, but will be switched off via the
electronics.
This thermal protection cannot therefore be regarded as a safety element!
RGB LED Control Box (optional)
The RGB LED Control Box makes it possible to control a total of 150 Watts of
RGB LED strips. This RGB LED Control Box is connected to the sauna control
controller via a Buss cable. Through the display of the sauna controller you
can choose from 2 color change programs and a number of fixed colors.
System Installation
PAY ATTENTION! Check that the cable length is correct before you start
installing the sauna controller.
Controller
– Install the controller in a safe place out of reach of the end user.
– Attach the controller with the correct clips.
Alivida Touch control panel
– The control panel can be mounted on the inside or outside of the sauna.
PAY ATTENTION! If it is chosen to place the control panel on the inside of the
sauna cabin, it may only be mounted at a maximum height of 110 cm from the
floor. Damage to the control panel due to overheating is not covered by the
warranty!
Dimensions:
Temperature sensor and thermal protection
Place the temperature sensor in the housing. Place the sensor cover over the
housing and fix it
with the 2 screws provided.
Mounting location of the temperature sensor
– In the ceiling of the sauna cabin.
– In the center of the door, +/- 20 to 30 cm from the door
Electrical connections
Settings
Configure the system according to the dip-switch setting below (sw v1.1)
| Dip Switch Nummer | ON / OFF | Means |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | OFF | Default |
| 2 | OFF | Default |
| 3 | OFF | Default |
| 4 | OFF | Heating element nummer 1 installed |
| ON | Heating element nummer 1 NOT installed | |
| 5 | OFF | Heating element nummer 2 installed |
| ON | Heating element nummer 2 NOT installed | |
| 6 | OFF | Heating element nummer 3 installed |
| ON | Heating element nummer 3 NOT installed | |
| 7 | OFF | Default |
| 8 | OFF | Default |
System Boot:
User environment
| ICOON | FUNCTIE |
|---|---|
| On/off | |
| Light: With the light button the lighting is switched on/off. When the RGB |
LED option is connected, the user can also control the color lighting using
this button.
| Aroma: When the aromatherapy option is enabled, the user can adjust its
Intensity in 3 levels.
| Option: When optional accessories are connected, such as cleaning light, or
an Extra output, these can be operated using the option button.
| Up Arrow: This arrow key allows the user to navigate through the menu
structure.
This key is also used to increase a value shown in the display
| Down Arrow: This arrow key allows the user to navigate through the menu
structure.
This key is also used to decrease a value shown in the display.
| Left Arrow: This arrow key allows the user to navigate through the menu
structure.
| Right arrow: This arrow key allows the user to navigate through the menu
structure.
Start
Switch on the main voltage. The Alivida logo appears in the display.
Wait for the system to initialize (+/- 8 seconds).
Start up control panel
In standby mode, the sauna control is in rest position. The on/off button on
the display shows a dim white light. By pressing the on/off button, the
control comes out of rest mode.
The display starts up after which the Alivida logo is displayed.
After start-up, the display will show the current date, time and
temperature.
The display will return to idle mode if no
button is pressed for more than 5 seconds.
Set date and time
Press the on/off button so that the control comes out of Idle Mode.
The display starts up after which the Alivida logo is
displayed.
After startup, the display will show the
current date, time and temperature.
Press and hold the “aroma”
button for 3 seconds until you hear a beep and the date starts flashing. After
that you can use the navigation keys to adjust the date and time. Confirm the
date and time by pressing and holding the “aroma” button for 3 seconds.
Sauna function
From idle mode, press the “on/off” button. The display will start up.
When the “on/off” button is pressed again, the parameters for the
temperature and the session time will appear in the display.
The “on/off” button will flash blue. With the arrow keys you can change the
temperature and the session time. By pressing the “on/off” button again, the
sauna session will be started.
After activating the sauna session, the
current temperature is shown in the display.
The “on/off” button now lights up continuously in blue.
If you wish to stop the sauna session, press and hold the “on/off”
button for 3 seconds.
The display will go into idle mode 5 seconds later.
Delayed start function
From idle mode, press the “on/off” button.
The display will start up.
When the “on/off” button is pressed again, the parameters for the temperature
and the session time will appear in the display.
The “on/off” button will flash blue. Use the arrow keysto change the
temperature and session time.
To activate a delayed start, press the
“option” button.
A clock will then appear in the display.
With the navigation keys you can adjust the start time. 
The delayed start time appears in the display.
START: XX:XX. When the time of the delayed start time is reached, the sauna
oven switches on and heats up to the set temperature.
PAY ATTENTION!
Always check the sauna before switching on a delayed start time. Make sure
that the door of the sauna is closed and that there is nothing on top of the
stove.
Lighting
When the “light” button is pressed, the lighting in the cabin will be switched on. Press the button again to switch off the lighting. Thelighting will turn off automatically after 3 hours.
RGB color light (optional)
If the cabin is equipped with the RGB color light option, after pressing
the “light” button, a submenu appears after which the user can choose from 3
available functions. With the arrow keys you can navigate through the
different functions
Solid color
Use the “arrow” keys to choose one of the available solid colors.
RELAX Cycle
An automatic color change program (red, orange, white, green)
ENERGY Cycle
An automatic color change program (blue, light blue, white, orange)
Aromatherapy:
If the sauna is equipped with aromatherapy (cold scent atomization), it can be
activated as soon as the sauna session is active. There are 3 fragrance
intensities namely; LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH. The aromatherapy is active when the
cabin has reached a temperature of at least 30°C. Once the cabin has reached
its set temperature, aromatherapy will be interrupted.
By pressing the “aroma” button once, the Aromatherapy is activated
in the LOW position.
By pressing the “aroma” button again, the
aromatherapy is activated in the MEDIUM position.
By pressing the
“aroma” button again, the aromatherapy is activated in the HIGH position.
By pressing the “aroma” button again, the aromatherapy is switched
off.
Option menu
Depending on the configuration of your sauna control, you have 1 or more
options at your disposal.
When your sauna technique is configured with 1 option, it will be switched
on/off by pressing the “option” key. The “option” button lights up as soon as
this option is activated.
If your sauna control is configured with more than 1 option, you
will enter a submenu after pressing the “option” key. In the submenu you can
enable/disable the available options using the up and down arrow keys. The
display returns to the main menu after 5 seconds.
The 2 possible
options that can be displayed in the submenu are: Cleaning light, External
output.
Meldingen en foutcodes
| Error Message | Description | Possible cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|---|
| E1_1 | Communicatie | ||
| problem between controller and display | Bad connection between display and |
controller
Display or controller malfunction| Reset
E2_1| Thermal protection| Controller failure
Thermal cut-out problem
Thermal cut-out position incorrect Cable connection lost Reset| Fix the error
- E2_2| Temperature out of range from 1°C / 125°C| Temperature sensor defective
Sensor cable connection broken| Reset
E3| Display defect| Overheating| Replace display
NESS| RGB Control not working due to communication problem between controller and RGB box| Dip switch setting wrong. Cable connection lost| Check installation
Service interval
It is possible to set a service interval message, which will appear in the
display after a preset number of hours has elapsed. In the low level menu go
to parameter 10. Here you can adjust the value from 0 to 100 hours with the
arrow keys to the left and to the right. It is not necessary to confirm the
value in this parameter. When the number of hours set in parameter 10 has
elapsed, a spanner with screwdriver will appear in the display. This service
interval message can be reset in the low level menu.
Go to parameter 10, hold the option button for 2 seconds. You will then arrive
at the submenu. Pressing and holding the aroma button for 2 seconds resets the
service interval counter. By pressing the power button you leave the low level
menu.
Technical data
Alivida Sauna Controller
| Power supply | 230V 50/60Hz or 400V 3N 50/60HZ |
|---|---|
| Maximum power | 9.0 kW |
| Temperature sensor | NTC (cable 3.4 meter) |
| Thermal protection | Silicone (cable 3.5 meter) Lighting 0.5A @ 230V |
| Sauna heating elements | Max 3 x 3.0 kW @ 230V |
| Dimensions controller | 200 x 292 x 100mm |
| Working conditions | 0°C – 50°C |
| Temperature range | 40°C – 110°C |
| Time out | 6 hours |
| Storage temperature | 0°C – 50°C |
Alivida Touch control panel
| Power supply | 12V |
|---|---|
| Number of keys | 8 capacitive buttons |
| Display Graphic | black/white |
| Material | Glass |
| Dimensions | 100 x 200 x 55mm |
| Clearance for mounting | 80 x 177 mm |
| Protection degree | IPX5 |
| Cable length | 100 mm |
| Working conditions | 0°C – 50°C |
| Storage temperature | 0°C – 50°C |
Temperature sensor + thermal protection
| Thermal protection | 121°C – 250V |
|---|---|
| Material | Wood |
| Dimensions | 95 x 95 mm |
| Working conditions | 10°C – 150°C |
| Storage temperature | 0°C – 50°C |