CANADIAN Timber 601007 CT Tranquility Barrel Sauna Instruction Manual
- June 17, 2024
- CANADIAN Timber
Table of Contents
- 601007 CT Tranquility Barrel Sauna
- Parts List
- Sauna Base Preparation
- Barrel Assembly
- Adding a Spacer to Top Stave (if required)
- Making the Top Stave Narrower (if required)
- Bench Installation
- Door Handles & Accessories Installation
- Electric Heater Installation (Optional)
- Harvia M3 Wood Stove Installation (Chimney out the top) (Optional)
- Harvia M3 Wood Stove Installation (Chimney out the back wall) (Optional)
- Asphalt Shingle Roof Installation (Optional)
- Care & Maintenance
- Warranty
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
Tranquility Barrel Sauna
Assembly Instructions
08/2023
Canadian Timber Collection Archives – Dundalk
Leisurecraft
601007 CT Tranquility Barrel Sauna
Requirements:
2 People (recommended)
¾” (19mm) Wrench/Nut Driver Bit
Rubber Mallet
Carpenter’s Hammer
Carpenter’s Level
Carpenter’s Square
Cordless Drill (we supply the bit)
• Phillips & Robertson Screwdrivers
2” (51mm) hole saw
Jigsaw
5/16” (8mm) Nut Driver Bit
¾” (19mm) Spade Bit
Caulking Gun
Step Ladder
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Parts List
| Part # | Description | Quantity |
|---|
601007| 118″ Standard Sauna
Staves| 46
601008| 118″ Top Stave (Concave on both
sides)| 1
601009| 118″ Bottom Stave (Convex on both
sides)| 1
602001| 48″
Barrel Cradles| 3
603001| Half Moon Wall Sections with Bench Mount
Brackets| 2
603000| Half Moon Wall Sections with Window &
Bench Mount Brackets|
2
603002| Front Middle Wall
Section| 1
603003| Back Middle Wall
Section| 1
604107| 94-1/2″ Pre Assembled Bench
(1″x6″)| 2
604108| 29-1/2″ x 94-1/2″ Flat
Floor| 1
604100| Bench Support Brackets
(Corner)| 4
604104| Porch Flat Floor (29-1/2″ x
17-1/2″)| 1
604103| 17-1/2″ Pre Assembled Porch
Bench| 2
604101| Porch Bench Support Brackets (L
Shape)| 2
604102| Bench Support Brackets (Wall
Mount)| 2
BANDS80| 2 Meter Barrel Sauna
Bands| 4
BOLT15| 15″ Barrel Sauna Bolt with 2
Nuts| 4
603020| Outside Sauna Door Handle (Small) – White
Cedar| 1
603021| Inside Sauna Door Handle (Large) – White
Cedar| 1
603022| Single Towel Hook – White
Cedar| 1
VENT1| Sauna Vent (Includes 2 Grills and Inside
Slider| 1
BAHARDWARE| Barrel Sauna Hardware
Package| 1
CT2345MANUAL| CT Tranquility Owners
Manual| 1
603004| 2 Meter Sauna Door with Frame &
Hinges| 1
Optional Roof Kit| |
602010| Trim Kit for Barrel Saunas (9pcs for 1
Side)|
602011| Trim Kit for Barrel Saunas (18pcs for 2
Sides)|
ARBK240| Black Asphalt Shingle Roof – 8’
(244cm)|
Optional Heater| |
Electric Heater| |
Wood Heater| |
Sauna Base Preparation
Make sure the base for your sauna is level with a slight slope to the back for
drainage.
A solid base for your sauna is recommended and can be made from any of the
following.
It is recommended to build a base
larger than required to provide a sitting area for cooling off during your
sauna session.
Barrel Assembly
Place the 3 cradles onto the sauna base.
Locate bottom stave (convex on either side).
The long part before the groove will face the front.
Center the stave onto the cradle and measure 12” (30cm) from the
end of the stave to the edge of the cradle.
Secure the stave with a 2 ½” (76mm) screw.
Ensure that the stave is square and add 3 more 3” (64mm) screws into each
corner of the cradle.
*Always ensure that you have the correct screw length so that there will be enough thread to hold, and especially, so that the screw does not go all the way through the material and come out the other side.
Repeat this process for the front of the Sauna.
Measure the distance between the 2 end cradles and secure the bottom stave to the cradle with 4 – 2 ½” (64mm) screws in the same manner as the above step.
Place 3 staves on either side of the bottom stave and align the grooves.
Place 2- 2 ½” (64mm) screws into the 3 rd stave on either side lining up with the cradle underneath.
Do not go all the way through the stave at this point.
(This will help align where cradles are in future steps)
Repeat at opposite end.
Grab the door and place it in the
grooves on the front wall.
Ensure the logo is facing inwards.
Using a level
and rubber mallet, tap the door until it is centered and level.
Repeat the process for the back wall panel.
Ensure the tongue and grooves are opposite each other from the
front and back panels. 
Use the top stave
(concave on either side) to go from the front wall to the back wall to help
stabilize the sauna.
Install Front wall half
moon panels.
Ensure the bench support is facing inwards.
Secure the half wall panel to the Door Panel using 2 ½” (64mm)
screws in the pre drilled holes at the top and bottom.
Repeat the process with the other Front wall half moon panel.
Repeat the process for the rear half moon panels.
Use the top stave (concave on either side) to go from the front
wall to the back wall to help stabilize the sauna.
Install Front wall half moon panels.
Ensure the bench support is facing inwards.
Please note:
Panels may be not be exact size to middle wall. 
Center the half moon panels vertically on the middle wall and
secure in place.
Secure the half wall
panel to the Door Panel using 2 ½” (64mm) screws in the pre drilled holes at
the top and bottom.
Repeat the process with the other Front wall half moon panel.
Repeat the process for the rear half moon panels.
Continue adding staves on either side of the sauna a few at a
time, alternating sides.
Use the rubber mallet to finesse into place.
Secure every 2 nd stave on the bottom of the sauna with the
provided nails to hold staves in place. ( If required)
Once past the middle point of sauna, nails should no longer be
needed.
When installing the
staves, tap tightly together while leaving as much of a gap as possible
between stave and wall using the pencil line as a guide as in picture.
- This will make the tightening of the bands easier.
At this point, Remove the top stave and put it aside while continuing to add staves on both sides to the top.
Use the top stave to wedge with the last stave to create a “V” shape.
If it doesn’t create a “V” shape or there is a gap, you will need to add one of the spacer boards to the top stave.
Adding a Spacer to Top Stave (if required)
In your sauna package you will find a spacer stave that is square on both
sides that is only required If there happens to be a “gap” after installing
all the staves like in the picture on the left.
To add the spacer, start by removing all of the screws from the
top stave.
With the top stave in 2
pieces secure the spacer stave to the half of the top stave without the screws
with 2” (51mm) screws.
Now screw the other side
of the top stave back to the other half top stave and it should now make a “V”
shape when wedged with the last stave on the sauna.
Making the Top Stave Narrower (if required)
In rare instances, your sauna staves will be too tight not allowing the staves
to settle into the correct position. (as in picture to the left)
This doesn’t happen often, and the sauna staves and bands are always better
being as tight as possible.
To make the top stave
narrower, start by removing all of the screws from the top stave.
Once top stave is apart, Measure from flat edge 3/4 “ (2cm) on
each piece and safely cut to make staves thinner.
Now screw the 2 cut pieces of the top stave back together.
Reinstall the top stave and it should now make a “V” shape when wedged with
the last stave on the sauna.
Barrel Assembly
Pre-assemble 2 of the bands and thread the nut on just enough to hold it
together.
Place one band over the
front of the sauna.
Repeat the process and place the second band over the back of the
sauna.
Ensure the front band is
2” (51mm) from the edge of the sauna all the way around.
Repeat for the back band.Lightly snug up the
fasteners on both ends.
Tap out all the staves
to even them out.
Feed one of the center
bands over and under the sauna and secure it with a rod and nut.
Ensure the band is 17” (43cm)from the front of the sauna all the
way around.
Snug up the fastener.
Tighten fasteners on the
middle band while a helper continues to tap on the staves.
Repeat the process on the rear band.
Give the middle band a final tightening.
- Don’t worry about making them too tight, you cannot overtighten!
Tighten fasteners on the front band while a helper continues to tap on the staves. 
Now feed the final band around the sauna and secure it with a rod and nut.
Ensure it is centered between the rear and middle bands.
Tighten all fasteners up completely.
Now finish
screwing in the screws that we started earlier into the cradles.
Repeat this process for the screws inside the sauna as
well.
Bench Installation
Place the flat floor piece inside the sauna towards the back wall.
Center it in the middle of the sauna.
Ensure the
floor pieces is level.
Once level, Secure the
floor with 1 ½” (38mm) screws in the 4 corners and 2 in the middle of the flat
floor screwing between the floor boards so the screws are not as
visible.
Bring in the benches and
place on bench brackets.
Ensure they are tight against the walls.
Secure the benches to the bench brackets with 1 ½” (38mm) screws
in each of the corners of the bench screwing between the bench slats so the
screws are not as visible.Place 2 – 1 ½” (38mm)
screws into the pre-drilled holes on each bench bracket.
Line the bracket up with the support on the bottom of the bench
and secure it with the pre-placed screws.
Square up the bench support and use a 1 ½” (38mm) screw in the
pre-drilled hole to secure it to the sauna floor.
Repeat this process for the remaining bench supports.
Center the porch floor and ensure it is level.
Once level, Secure the floor with 1 ½” (38mm) screws in the 4 corners of the floor screwing between the floor boards so the screws are visible.
Screw the porch bench bracket to the porch seat with 3- 3” (76mm)
screws.
Ensure the bracket is installed with the pre-drilled hole at the bottom of the bracket.
Secure the wall support
on its edge to the porch seat with 2- 3” (76mm) screws.
Add 2- 3” (76mm) screws on the inside of the wall support to make mounting easier.
Place the bench against
the wall and make sure that it is level.
Secure the 2 screws that were installed in last step to the sauna
wall.
Ensure the bench support
is flush with the edge of sauna and use a 1 ½” (38mm) screw in the pre-drilled
hole to secure it to the sauna floor.
Place the
bench against the wall and make sure that it is level.
Use a 3” (76mm) screw to go through the sauna stave into the front of the bench bracket.
Repeat for porch bench on other side.
Door Handles & Accessories Installation
Install the outer door handle (small) at the desired height using 2 – 3”
(76mm) screws in the pre-drilled holes.
Install the
inner door handle (large) horizontally at the desired height. Ensure the
handle is level and secure using 2 – 3” (76mm) screws in the pre-drilled
holes.
Place the towel hook at
desired location and secure with 4- 1 ½” (38mm) screws.
Install the optional sand timer using 2 – 1 ½” (38mm) screws.
Ensure it can rotate without hitting the wall.
Electric Heater Installation (Optional)
Measure the width of the stove mounting holes.
Measure the height of the mounting holes and add 6”.
(152mm)
Transfer the
measurements to the back wall of sauna.
Ensure the heater will be centered between the benches.
Install the two ¼” x 1 ½” (6mm x 38mm) hex head lag screws
(supplied with the heater) into the holes.
Hang the heater on the 2 screws and tighten to secure stove in
position.
Locate the pieces for
your heater guard.
Stand the 2 Assembled side pieces of the heater guard on edge with pre-drilled
holes on the bottom. 
Screw heater guard
support to either side using (2) – 1 ½” (38mm) screws per side.
Repeat for the bottom heater guard support.
Place 2- 2 ½” (64mm) screws into the pre-drilled holes on either
side of heater guard to prepare for mounting.
Center the guard around the heater and secure to wall with the pre
placed screws. 
Ensure the guard is
level and secure the other side.
Wash the layer of rock
dust off of the sauna rocks before using them.
When your sauna is set up and working you should “break-in” the sauna before
using it for the first time by turning on the heater to its highest setting
and operate it for about 1 hour.
This is recommended to burn off any oils impurities from manufacturing, and it
also “cures” the woodwork.
- All wiring should be installed according to the heater manufacturers instructions and by a licensed electrician.
- Do NOT use a G.F.I breaker
Harvia M3 Wood Stove Installation (Chimney out the top) (Optional)
Remove all protective film from stainless steel parts and the plastic wrap
from stove pipe pieces before installation.
Fasten the stove handle onto the stove door With the screws
provided.
Install floor heat
shield against back wall centered between the benches.
Place the rear wall heat shield and secure with 6 – 1 ½” (38mm)
screws through the drilled holes. 
Bring in the
stove and ensure it is centered between the benches with the chimney hole 8”
(203mm) from the rear heat shield.
On the top of
the sauna, measure 12” (305mm) from the end of staves.
From the mark, make an 8” (203mm) circle. 
Cut the circle out with a jigsaw.
Place the long chimney piece onto the stove.
Place the first thick insulated chimney pipe on top of the first
pipe and put it through the hole in the roof.
On the top of the sauna, pull the boot over the pipe, mark the
outline of the boot.
Lift the boot out of the
way and apply the included roof sealer on the inside of the outline.
Pull the boot back down and secure with the included self sealing
roofing screws 2-3” (51mm to (76mm) ) apart.
Place the hose clamp over the boot and tighten the
screw.
Place the 2 nd insulated
chimney piece over the first.
Attach the support strap
around the 2 chimney pipes and tighten up.
Insert the short chimney piece into the thick chimney piece,
followed by the cap piece.Install the 2 halves of
the thin metal sheeting around the chimney on the inside to cover the
hole.
Below the bench support
on the back wall, mark the vent hole position.
Drill out with a 2” (51mm) hole saw.
Only go half way through to prevent splintering and drill the remainder from the other side of wall.
Using 1 ½” (38mm)
screws, screw on the vent cover. (note that the vent guard only goes on the
outside.)
High on the front wall,
repeat this process and mount the vent cover on the outside of the
sauna.
Use a 1 ½” (38mm) screw
and attach the vent board on the inside of the sauna making sure it is tight
but can still be turned.
The assembly of your
Harvia M3 wood stove with chimney out the top is now complete.
Enjoy your sauna!
Harvia M3 Wood Stove Installation (Chimney out the back wall) (Optional)
Remove all protective film from stainless steel parts and the plastic wrap
from stove pipe pieces before installation.
Fasten the stove handle onto the stove door With the screws
provided.
Remove the screw on the
back of stove and remove the back flap.
Measure the
height to the middle of the opening on the back of stove. (22”) (56mm)
On the center of the
back wall, measure 22” (56mm) from the floor up.
This will be the center of your hole for the chimney to go out.
From the mark, make an 8” (203mm) circle.
Cut out the circle with a jigsaw.
Install floor
heat shield against back wall centered between the benches.
Bring in stove and place it on the floor heat shield.
Bring in the rear wall heat shield and place it behind the
stove.
Insert the “T” chimney
piece through hole in back of sauna and through the rear wall heat shield on
the inside of sauna and into the back of stove.
Ensure the rear wall heat shield is level and secure with 6 – 1
½” (38mm) screws through the drilled holes.
Remove the nuts and bolts from the chimney support.
Assemble together the remaining chimney pieces.
Attach the support strap around the 2 chimney pipes and tighten
up.
Attached assemble
chimney pieces to the “T” coming out the back of the sauna.
Attach a support strap around the connection and tighten
up.
Reassemble the top
chimney support bracket.
Install the cap on the
top of the assembled chimney.
Install the bottom half
of the exterior chimney shield.
Ensure that it is level.
Overlap the top half of the exterior chimney shield and secure with provided
screws.
Below the bench support
on the back wall, mark the vent hole position.
Drill out with a 2” (51mm) hole saw.
Only go half way through to prevent splintering and drill the remainder from
the other side of wall.
Using 1 ½” (38mm)
screws, screw on the vent cover. (note that the vent guard only goes on the
outside.)
High on the front wall,
repeat this process and mount the vent cover on the outside of the
sauna.
Use a 1 ½” (38mm) screw
and attach the vent board on the inside of the sauna making sure it is tight
but can still be turned.
Asphalt Shingle Roof Installation (Optional)
Pre place 2” (51mm) screws into the triangle support pieces.
Install the first triangle support piece halfway up the sauna.
(42” (107cm) from the base of the sauna)
Install another triangle support in the middle of the sauna and
one centered between the 2.
Install a support at
42” (107cm) high at the other end of the sauna.
Install another one in the middle of the sauna and 1 more centered between
these 2.
This will make 6 supports across the sauna.
Place the ice and water support boards flush to the bottom of the
triangle supports and secure with 2 – 1 ½” (38mm) screw in each of the
triangle supports.
Add the second ice &
water support board to the other half of the sauna and secure to the triangle
supports in the same manner.
Repeat for the opposite side of the sauna.
Peel the film off the back of the ice & water shield.
Place it flush to the bottom of the support boards and secure it
with roofing nails on the ends.
Continue with the next
strip of ice & water shield.
Ensure to overlap it on top of the smooth portion of the previous
strip.
Tack it down with
roofing nails.
Continue this process
until all the ice & water shield strips are placed.
Cut off the excess ice & water shield from each end.
Install the trim pieces on the front of the sauna using 1 ½”
(38mm) screws.
The center trim piece
may have to be cut to make it fit.
Begin placing
the shingles on the roof and secure with roofing nails.
Continue adding shingles along this row to the back of the
sauna.
When you get to the
back of the sauna, cut off the excess shingle to use to start the next
row.
Use the cut piece from
the first row to start the next row of shingles.
Continue this row to the end of the sauna and again cut off the
excess shingle to start the next row.
Be sure not to hit the aluminum bands with the roofing nails when securing the
shingles.
Continue adding
shingles in the same manner to the back of the sauna,.
When you get to the 4 th row, start the row with a full shingle.
Continue this pattern until you get to the top center of the sauna.
Once you get to the center at the top of the sauna, start the
process on the other side working your way up to the top again.
When you get to the last row on this side, secure the top row
with roofing nails in the top and middle of the shingle.
Install the trim pieces to the back of the sauna in the same
manner as the front securing with 1 ½” (38mm) screws.
Again, the center trim piece may have to be cut to fit.
Your Asphalt roof is now complete!
Enjoy!
In your sauna package
you will find a spacer stave that is square on both sides that is only
required If there happens to be a “gap” after installing all of the staves
like in the picture on the left.
To add the spacer,
start by removing all of the scews from the top stave.
With the top stave in 2 pieces secure the spacer stave to the
half of the top stave without the screws with 2” (51mm) screws.
Now screw the other side of the top stave back to the other half
top stave and it should now make a “V” shape when wedged with the last stave
on the sauna.
Care & Maintenance
Interior
It is recommended to vacuum or sweep out the inside of your sauna frequently
to remove dirt and other debris.
Under normal conditions, a slight wash of the floor and benches with warm
soapy water several times a year will maintain its cleanliness. You can use a
sheet of fine grit sandpaper or a low pressure wash to remove more stubborn
stains or for a deeper cleaning of the interior of your sauna.
Never use ammonia or harsh cleaners as they can turn the wood gray.
Exterior
Depending on the humidity and weather conditions in your area, the cedar will
either shrink or expand based on the amount of moisture absorption. The
desired effect is to have the cedar expand into the bands therefore making the
sauna staves much tighter.
It is recommended to tighten the bands after a period of time, usually within
the first few months Over time the lumber will weather naturally as a result
of sun and rain, it will change into a weathered grey colour. This natural
weathering will not harm the wood or impair the sauna’s performance.
If you wish to retain the natural color of your Dundalk Leisurecraft Sauna,
there are many cedar stains on the market and almost as many opinions as to
which is best.
We encourage you to rely on your own research and referrals.
Never treat the interior of the Sauna, and never apply paint or varnish to the
exterior.
Water Seepage
Some minor water seeping into the sauna is expected and normal for an outdoor
sauna.
If your sauna is properly installed, you should not have water dripping in but
you should expect some water seepage, especially on the top and sides of the
sauna.
This is due to the porous characteristics of the wood and to the ball-and-
socket profile design of the staves.
Water Seepage will not harm the sauna. The moisture will evaporate once you
turn on the heater and the sauna heats up.
If the water marks are bothersome, they can be easily removed with a light
sanding (80 or 100 grit)
To minimize seepage, select a location for your sauna that is under cover, or
choose one of our roofing options.
Warranty
Canadian Timber Collection Saunas warrants our saunas against defects in
materials and workmanship under normal/residential use for a period of three
(3) years, as applicable, from the date of receipt of the product by the
original end-user consumer. This warranty does not apply to normal wear and
tear and/or natural weather conditions. This warranty does not cover regular
required maintenance of the sauna, (eg. Tightening bands on the barrels,
cleaning or staining the sauna) refer to your sauna assembly manual for
maintenance guidelines. This warranty does not cover misuse or negligence and
the manufacturer and associated retailers are not liable for any injury or
damage caused by the product. This warranty is a parts only warranty and any
service or labor costs would not be considered as part of the 3 year warranty.
Purchaser Name: ____
Date: __ ___
Purchased From: ____
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