Narvi MINEX Palmako Sauna Heater User Manual

: June 16, 2024
: NARVI

Table of Contents

Introduction
THE ELECTRICAL SAUNA STOVE PACKAGE INCLUDES
BEFORE INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
INSTALLATION ON THE WALL
TO PILE THE STONES
HOW TO USE THE CLOCK SWITCH
TEMPERATURE REGULATOR
TEMPERATURE RESTRICTOR
AIR EXCHANGE FOR THE STEAM ROOM
CONSTRUCTION OF THE STEAM ROOM
PROTECTIVE BARRIER
IMPORTANT ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS
CONNECTION SCHEME
Customer Support
References
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Narvi MINEX Palmako Sauna Heater

Introduction

Please read the manual carefully before you start installing and using it and keep the manual for future reference. The products are meant only to be used as a sauna heater and for heating the sauna.

THE ELECTRICAL SAUNA STOVE PACKAGE INCLUDES

Sauna stove jacket
Stone basket with control device
Mounting plate + anchor screws
Installation instructions and instructions how to use

TECHNICAL DATA

| NM| MINEX
– Width| 430 mm| 330 mm
– Depth| 300 mm| 200 mm
– Height| 580 mm| 630 mm
– Weight
(without stones)| 10 kg| 7 kg

BEFORE INSTALLATION

Check the following:

The sauna stove is the right size (kW) for the size of the sauna (cu m).
Table 1 shows the volumes of the sauna for the different types of stoves.
If the sauna has non-insulated surfaces, for instance brick, tile or glass, 1.5 cu m must be added to the sauna volume for each square metre of wall on the basis of which the effect needed for the sauna stove is defined according to Table 1.

The volume values of the sauna according to Table 1 must not be exceeded or lowered.

The minimum height of the sauna and the distances of the minimum protected areas have been defined in Table 1.
Make sure that there is a sufficiently steady mounting plate for the anchor screws. A thin panel alone is not enough. Additional supporting rails behind the panel or reinforcement boards on the top of the panel which are fastened to the wall support can be a reinforcement.

Figure 1. Minimal safety clearances for the heater.

Table 1. Installation information for heater

Heater model| Capacity
kW| Sauna room| Minimal safety clearances to the heater| Quantity of stones
5-10
cm
kg| Connection )| Connection )
---|---|---|---|---|---|---
Volume| Height
min mm| on the sides
A ) mm| at the front
B ) mm| at the front
C ) mm| to the ceiling
D ) mm| to the floor
E **) mm| 400 V 3N~
mm2| Fuses
A| 230 V 1N~
mm2| Fuses
A
min m3| max m3
NM| 4,5

6

9

| 3

5

8

| 6

8

14

| 1900

1900

| 50

50

100

| 50

80

100

| 20

20

| 1150

1150

| 120

120

| 30

30

| 5×1,5

5×1,5

5×2,5

| 3×10

3×10

3×16

| –

–

| –

–

MINEX| 2,3

3

3,6

| 1,5

2

| 2,5

3

4

| 1900

1900

| 20

20

| 50

50

| 20

20

| 900

900

| 150

150

| 15

15

| –

–

| –

–

| 3×1,5

3×2,5

| 1×10

1×16

*) See figure 1 ) Connected with rubber cable, type H07RN-F or corresponding cable

ONLY ONE ELECTRICAL STOVE CAN BE INSTALLED IN THE SAUNA.

All service operations must be done by professional maintenance personnel. Electricity supply to the heater must be switched off from the fuse panel before any service measures.

INSTALLATION

Fasten the mounting plate to the wall with the screws which follow the delivery according to the picture 2.

NM : CHANGE FROM RIGHT TO LEFT HAND (only if necessary)
Note! If you want to change from right to left hand work according to Stages 1, 2 and 3. If there is no need to change move to Stage 4.

Stage 1:

Loosen the anchor screws of the coupling box.
Gently pull of the adjusters, and open the two outermost screws that are attached to the control panel and found under the adjusters.
Open the optional adjuster’s cover plate’s screws which are on the other side of the junction box (Figure 3).

Stage 2:

Unscrew the attaching screw connecting the middle resistor and the terminal block which is located at the bottom of the junction box. This will enable you to turn the leg of the terminal block to the side from underneath the screw (Figure 4).

Stage 3:

Turn the adjusting module carefully around with its cords attached and install the axis of the adjuster through the holes on the other side of the junction box.
Screw together the terminal block and the cover plate of the optional adjusters facing each other.
Finally, attach the bottom plate of the junction box and adjusters to their place (Figure 5).

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

The connection of the sauna stove to the electrical network can only be carried out by a qualified electrician in accordance with the valid regulations.
A rubber cable of type H07RN-F or similar must be used as a connection cable.
The cross-sectional surface of the cable and the size of the fuse can be seen in Table 1.
The cross-sectional surfaces of the wires which are connected from the sauna stove to the heating and signal lights must correspond to the feed cable of the sauna stove.
First connect the connection cable to the terminal strip in the connection box of the sauna stove.
Turn the stone room+electrical box upside down.
Open the bottom of the electrical box.
Connect the connection cable.
Fasten the bottom of the box.
Turn the stone room+electrical box right side up.

INSTALLATION ON THE WALL

Draw in the lugs on the rear side of the sauna stove through the mounting slots of the mounting plate on the wall (Fig.6A).
Push the upper edge of the mounting plate between the jacket and upper frame of the sauna stove and make sure that the lugs of the stove are wedged into the slots of the mounting plate on the wall (Figure 6B).
Tighten the upper edge of the sauna stove with a locking screw (Figure 6C).
The stone basket is now locked in the jacket and on the mounting plate of the sauna stove.

TO PILE THE STONES

The stones are piled on the top of the fire grate in the stone capacity, in between the heating elements (resistors) so that the stones support each other.
Please make sure that the resistors are not supporting the weight of the stones.
When piling the stones, make sure that the resistors are not bending and there is sufficient air circulation.
Do not pile the stones densely. A stone basket which has been filled too densely causes overheating of the resistors (= a shorter lifetime) and slows down warming up the sauna.
The stone size diameter suitable for the sauna stove is 5-10 cm.
The stones must completely cover the heating resistors (Figure 7).
Use of ceramic stones that are light, porous and of the same size is prohibited, as they can cause the resistors to heat up too much and break. Similarly, soft soap stones cannot be used as sauna heater stones.

DO NOT USE THE SAUNA HEATER WITHOUT STONES.
A STONE SPACE NOT BEEN FILLED COMPLETELY IS A FIRE HAZARD!
BEFORE YOU CONNECT THE SAUNA STOVE ALWAYS CHECK THE STEAM ROOM.

HOW TO USE THE CLOCK SWITCH

The clock switch is on the lower part of the sauna stove. It can be used both for switching on and as a timer. The warming time desired, 1-4 hours, or a preselected time, 1-8 hours, can be adjusted with the clock switch.
Functional example:
When switching to number 2 on the light area of the scale, the sauna stove is immediatelly connected to function and this function will end in 2 hours.
When switching to number 4 on the black area (the preselection area), the sauna stove is connected to function in 4 hours. The stove will then be switched on for about 4 hours.
The function of the sauna stove can be ended by switching counter-clockwise to position 0.

TEMPERATURE REGULATOR

The temperature regulator is on the lower part of the sauna stove. The temperature desired in the sauna can be selected using the regulator. The broadening line on the scale shows the rising temperature. When switching clockwise, the temperature is rising and, when switching counter-clockwise, the temperature is falling.
The sauna warms up most rapidly by switching the temperature regulator to the max. position.
The size of the sauna, the starting temperature, the thermal insulation, the non-insulated surfaces and how the stones have been piled effect how soon the sauna warms up.

TEMPERATURE RESTRICTOR

If the temperature in the sauna is rising dagerously high the temperature regulator switches off the stove. The temperature regulator can be switched on again by pressing a blunt tool in the hole with a diameter of 3 mm at the end of the electrical box (Figure 8).
If the sauna stove does not start functioning again, check if the clock switch has been switched off and the fuses of the stove on the fuse board have not blown.
If the sauna stove does not warm up after these measures please contact the service department.

AIR EXCHANGE FOR THE STEAM ROOM

The air exchange in the steam room must be as efficient as possible, in order to guarantee sufficient oxygen content and availability of fresh air. The air in the steam room should be changed 3-6 times in an hour.
It is recommended that the ventilation be realised in accordance with the HVAC designer’s plan
The fresh air is directed through a ca. 100-mm diameter duct. The outlet duct should be larger in diameter than the inlet duct. If the ventilation is mechanical, we recommend placing the inlet air valve in the ceiling near the heater.
If the ventilation is natural, we recommend placing the inlet air valve on the side of the heater or under it, either in the wall or in the floor.
It is important to introduce fresh air, so that the air mixes with the air and the steam.
The exiting air should be exhausted from near the floor as far as possible from the incoming air.
The air exhaust valve may be located under the sauna benches.
The exiting air may be directed out of the steam room through the washroom, for instance under the door. There must be an approximately 100-150-wide slit between the door and the floor.
If you provide your sauna with a separate drying valve, place it in the ceiling of the steam room. (This valve shall be closed during the use of the sauna.)

CONSTRUCTION OF THE STEAM ROOM

The steam room must be well insulated, especially the ceiling, through which most of the steam escapes. Because of the humidity, it is recommended the insulation be covered with a moisture resistant material, for instance aluminum foil. The surface (panels) of the sauna rooms interior should always be wooden or made of non-combustible material.
Floor is recommended to be of dark color, because water impurity and stones may stain lighter floor materials.

PROTECTIVE BARRIER

A protective barrier may be built around the heater if necessary. In this case, you should definitely adhere to the minimum clearances from structures made of flammable materials.

IMPORTANT ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS

A suitable temperature for the sauna room is between 60–80 °C.
Staying in the hot sauna for a longer time, makes the body temperature rise, which may be dangerous.
Do not sleep in sauna.
You should be careful in the vicinity of the hot heater, because the stones and metal parts of the heater may cause burns.
Only a small amount of water (1-2 dl) should be thrown onto the heater stones, because the steaming water is scalding hot.
This equipment is not to be used by children or people whose physical and psychological traits, mental functions, lack of experience or knowledge may hinder the safe operation of the equipment, if the person who is responsible for safety cannot supervise them or instruct them in the use of the equipment.
Do not go to the sauna if you are under the influence of substances causing intoxication.
Children may not be left unsupervised and they should be supervised to make sure they do not play with the equipment.
Always inspect the steam room before plugging in the heater.
The improperly filed stone container is a fire hazard.
Covering the stove will cause a fire hazard.
Do not place any objects top over the heater or dry clothes near by the heater.
Door and window must be closed when using the heater.
The stainless steel casing may change its color because of the heat, which is normal behavior for the material. Color changes are not covered by the warranty.
Use normal domestic water for steam water. Do not use sea water (or other salty water) or chlorinated water.
Sea air and a humid climate fastens the corrosion of the heater.

CONNECTION SCHEME

When measuring the insulation barrier of the heater, some leakage may occur, which is caused by the humidity that has seeped into the insulation material during transport or warehousing. The moisture will evaporate after the heater is heated a few times.

Do not connect the power supply for the electric heater through a fault current protection!
The location of the connectors in the wiring diagram is indicative.