HARVIA PC100E-135E Electric Sauna Heater Instruction Manual

HARVIA PC100E-135E Electric Sauna Heater

PROCEDURE

1. Electrical connections
2. Testing
3. Installing the heater
4. Piling of the sauna stones

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Piling of the Sauna Stones The piling of the sauna stones has a great effect on both the safety and the heating capability of the heater.
Important information on sauna stones:

• PC100E/135E: The stones should be 5–10 cm in diameter.
• PC165E/200E: The stones should be 10–15 cm in diameter.
• Use solely angular split-face sauna stones that are intended for use in a heater. Peridotite, olivine-dolerite and olivine are suitable stone types.
• Neither light, porous ceramic “stones“ nor soft soapstones should be used in the heater. They do not absorb enough heat when warmed up. This can result in damage in heating elements.
• Wash off dust from the stones before piling them into the heater.

Please note when placing the stones:

• The aim is to pile a dense layer of stones against the steel grid and pile the rest of the stones loosely. The dense layer prevents the direct heat radiation from overheating materials around the heater. Be especially careful with the corners where the heating elements are near the grid. The loose piling of stones in the middle lets the air flow through the heater, resulting in good heating of sauna and sauna stones.
• Do not drop stones into the heater.
• Support the heating elements with stones so that the elements stay vertically straight.
• Do not form a high pile of stones on top of the heater.
• No such objects or devices should be placed inside the heater stone space or near the heater that could change the amount or direction of the air flowing through the heater.

Figure 1. Piling of the sauna stones

A bare heating element can endanger combustible materials even outside the safety distances. Check that no heating elements can be seen behind the stones.

Maintenance
Due to large variation in temperature, the sauna stones disintegrate in use. Rearrange the stones at least once a year or even more often if the sauna is in frequent use. At the same time, remove any pieces of stones from the bottom of the heater and replace any disintegrated stones with new ones. By doing this, the heating capability of the heater stays optimal and the risk of overheating is avoided. Pay attention especially to the gradual settling of the stones. Be sure that the heating elements do not appear with time. The stones settle most rapidly within two months of piling.
Heating of the Sauna
When operating the heater for the first time, both the heater and the stones emit smell. To remove the smell, the sauna room needs to be efficiently ventilated. If the heater output is suitable for the sauna room, it will take about an hour for a properly insulated sauna to reach the required bathing temperature ( 2.3.). The sauna stones normally reach the bathing temperature at the same time as the sauna room. A suitable temperature for the sauna room is about 65–75 °C. Before switching the heater on always check that there isn’t anything on top of the heater or inside the given safety distance. 1.4.
Using the Heater
Heater is controlled from a separate control unit. See the instructions for use of the selected control unit model.
Throwing Water on Heated Stones
The air in the sauna room becomes dry when warmed up. Therefore, it is necessary to throw water on the heated stones to reach a suitable level of humidity in the sauna. The effect of heat and steam on people varies – by experimenting, you can find the levels of temperature and humidity that suit you best.

mg/l

Ca: <100 mg/l

Chlorinated water| Health risk| Forbidden to use
Seawater| Rapid corrosion| Forbidden to use

Table 1. Water quality requirements

You can adjust the nature of the heat from soft to sharp by throwing water either to the front of the heater or straight on top of the stones. The maximum volume of the ladle is 0.2 litres. If an excessive amount of water is poured on the stones, only part of it will evaporate and the rest may splash as boiling hot water on the bathers. Never throw water on the stones when there are people near the heater, because hot steam may burn their skin. The water to be thrown on the heated stones should meet the requirements of clean household water (table 1). Only special aromas designed for sauna water may be used. Follow the instructions given on the package.

Instructions for Bathing

• Begin by washing yourself.
• Stay in the sauna for as long as you feel comfortable.
• Forget all your troubles and relax.
• According to established sauna conventions, you must not disturb other bathers by speaking in a loud voice.
• Do not force other bathers from the sauna by throwing excessive amounts of water on the stones.
• Cool your skin down as necessary. If you are in good health, you can have a swim if a swimming place or pool is available.
• Wash yourself after bathing.
• Rest for a while and let your pulse go back to normal. Have a drink of fresh water or a soft drink to bring your fluid balance back to normal.

Warnings

• Staying in the hot sauna for long periods of time makes the body temperature rise, which may be dangerous.
• Keep away from the heater when it is hot. The stones and outer surface of the heater may burn your skin.
• Keep children away from the heater.
• Do not let young, handicapped or ill people bathe in the sauna on their own.
• Consult your doctor about any health-related limitations to bathing.
• Consult your child welfare clinic about taking little babies to the sauna.
• Be very careful when moving in the sauna, as the platform and floors may be slippery.
• Never go to a hot sauna if you have taken alcohol, strong medicines or narcotics.
• Never sleep in a hot sauna.
• Sea air and a humid climate may corrode the metal surfaces of the heater.
• Do not hang clothes to dry in the sauna, as this may cause a risk of fire. Excessive moisture content may also cause damage to the electrical equipment.

Symbols descriptions

• Read operators manual.
• Do not cover.

Troubleshooting
All service operations must be done by professional maintenance personnel.
The heater does not heat.

• Check that the fuses to the heater are in good condition.
• Check that the connection cable is connected ( 3.4.).
• Check that the control panel shows a higher figure than the temperature of the sauna.
• Check that the overheat protector has not gone off.

The sauna room heats slowly. The water thrown on the sauna stones cools down the stones quickly.

• Check that the fuses to the heater are in good condition.
• Check that all heating elements glow when the heater is on.
• Turn the thermostat to a higher setting.
• Check that the heater output is sufficient ( 2.3.).
• Check the sauna stones ( 1.1.). Too tightly piled stones, the settling of stones with time or wrong stone type can hinder the air flow through the heater, which results in reduced heating efficiency.
• Check that the sauna room ventilation has been arranged correctly ( 2.2.).

The sauna room heats quickly, but the temperature of the stones remain insufficient. Water thrown on the stones runs through.

• Turn the thermostat to a lower setting.
• Check that the heater output is not too high ( 2.3.).
• Check that the sauna room ventilation has been arranged correctly ( 2.2.). Panel or other material near the heater blackens quickly.
• Check that the requirements for safety distances are fulfilled ( 3.1.).
• Check the sauna stones ( 1.1.). Too tightly piled stones, the settling of stones with time or wrong stone type can hinder the air flow through the heater, which may result in overheating of surrounding materials.
• Check that no heating elements can be seen behind the stones. If heating elements can be seen, rearrange the stones so that the heating elements are covered completely ( 1.1.).
• Also see section 2.1.1.

The heater emits a smell.

• See section 1.2.
• The hot heater may emphasize odors mixed in the air that are not, however, caused by the sauna or the heater. Examples: paint, glue, oil, seasoning.

The heater makes a noise.

• Occasional bangs are most likely caused by stones cracking due to heat.
• The thermal expansion of heater parts can cause noises when the heater warms up.

SAUNA ROOM

Sauna Room Structure

• A. Insulation wool, thickness 50–100 mm. The sauna room must be insulated carefully so that the heater output can be kept moderately low.
• B. Moisture protection, e.g. aluminium paper. Place the glossy side of the paper towards the sauna. Tape the seams with aluminium tape.
• C. Vent gap of about 10 mm between the moisture protection and panel (recommendation).
• D. Low mass 12–16 mm thick panel board. Before starting the panelling, check the electric wiring and the reinforcements in the walls required by the heater and benches.
• E. Vent gap of about 3 mm between the wall and ceiling panel.
• F. The height of the sauna is usually 2100–2300 mm. The minimum height depends on the heater (see table 2). The space between the upper bench and ceiling should not exceed 1200 mm.
• G. Use floor coverings made of ceramic materials and dark joint grouts. Particles disintegrating from the sauna stones and impurities in the sauna water may stain and/or damage sensitive floor coverings.

NOTE! Check from the fire authorities which parts of the firewall can be insulated. Flues which are in use must not be insulated.
NOTE! Light protective covers which are installed directly to the wall or ceiling may be a fire risk.

Blackening of the Sauna Walls
It is perfectly normal for the wooden surfaces of the sauna room to blacken in time. The blackening may be accelerated by

• sunlight
• heat from the heater
• protective agents on the walls (protective agents have a poor heat resistance level)
• fine particles disintegrating from the sauna stones which rise with the air flow.

Sauna Room Ventilation
The air in the sauna room should change six times per hour. Figure 3 illustrates different sauna room ventilation options.

• A. Supply air vent location. If mechanical exhaust ventilation is used, place the supply air vent above the heater. If gravity exhaust ventilation is used, place the supply air vent below or next to the heater. The diameter of the supply air pipe must be 50–100 mm. Do not place the supply air vent so that the air flow cools the temperature sensor (see the temperature sensor installation instructions in the control unit installation instructions)!
• B. Exhaust air vent. Place the exhaust air vent near the floor, as far away from the heater as possible. The diameter of the exhaust air pipe should be twice the diameter of the supply air pipe.
• C. Optional vent for drying (closed during heating and bathing). The sauna can also be dried by leaving the door open after bathing.
• D. If the exhaust air vent is in the washroom, the gap underneath the sauna door must be at least 100 mm. Mechanical exhaust ventilation is mandatory.

Heater Output
When the walls and ceiling are covered with panels and insulation behind the panels is adequate, the heater output is defined according to the volume of the sauna. Non-insulated walls (brick, glass block, glass, concrete, tile, etc.) increase the need for heater output. Add 1,2 m³ to the volume of the sauna for each non-insulated wall square meter. For example, a 10 m³ sauna room with a glass door equals the output requirement of about a 12 m³ sauna room. If the sauna room has log walls, multiply the sauna’s volume by 1,5. Choose the correct heater output from Table 2.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION

Before Installation
Before installing the heater, study the instructions for installation. Check the following points:

• Is the output and type of the heater suitable for the sauna room? The cubic volumes given in table 2 should be followed.
• Is the supply voltage suitable for the heater?
• The location is suitable for the heater ( 3.2.).

Note! Only one electrical heater may be installed in the sauna room.

kW

| ****

mm

| ****

kg

| ****

max. kg

| 2.3.!| ****

min. mm

min. m³| max. m³
PC100E/135E| 10,0| 355/355/1300| 18| 140| 9| 16| 1900
13,2| 355/355/1300| 18| 140| 11| 20| 1900
PC165E/200E| 16,6| 450/450/1300| 28| 220| 15| 25| 2100
19,8| 450/450/1300| 28| 220| 20| 30| 2100

Table 2. Installation details of the heater

Place and Safety Distances
The minimum safety distances are described in figure 4.

• It is absolutely necessary to install the heater according to these values. Neglecting them causes a risk of fire.
• Hot pieces of stone can damage floor coverings and cause a risk of fire. The floor coverings of the installation place should be heat-resistant.

Electrical Connections
The heater may only be connected to the electrical network in accordance with the current regulations by an authorised, professional electrician.

• The heater is semi-stationarily connected to the junction box (figure 5: A) on the sauna wall. The junction box must be splash-proof, and its maximum height from the floor must not exceed 500 mm.

• The connecting cable (figure 5: B) must be of rubber cable type H07RN-F or its equivalent.
  NOTE! Due to thermal embrittlement, the use of PVC-insulated wire as the connecting cable of the heater is forbidden.

• If the connecting and installation cables are higher than 1 000 mm from the floor in the sauna or inside the sauna room walls, they must be able to endure a minimum temperature of 170 °C when loaded (for example, SSJ). Electrical equipment installed higher than 1 000 mm from the sauna floor must be approved for use in a temperature of 125 °C (marking T125).

Figure 4. Safety distances (all dimensions in millimeters)

Figure 5. Electrical connections

Figure 6. Electrical connections of control unit C260 and PC-E heater

Figure 7. Electrical connections of control unit and PC-E heater

Electric Heater Insulation Resistance
When performing the final inspection of the electrical installations, a “leakage” may be detected when measuring the heater’s insulation resistance. The reason for this is that the insulating material of the heating elements has absorbed moisture from the air (storage, transport). After operating the heater for a few times, the moisture will be removed from the heating elements. Do not connect the power feed for the heater through the RCD (residual current device)!
Installation of the Control Unit and Sensor

• The control unit includes detailed instructions for fastening the unit on the wall.
• Install the sensor as shown in figure 8. If the heater is installed further than 100 mm from wall, the sensor must be installed on the ceiling.

Do not place the supply air vent so that the air flow cools the temperature sensor. Figure 3.

Suitable control units

• Harvia Griffin CG170
• Harvia C150
• Harvia C260
• Harvia Xenio CX170

See the latest control unit models in our website www.harviasauna.com.

Figure 8. Installing the sensor (all dimensions in millimeters)

Installing the Heater
See figure 9.

1. Connect cables to the heater ( 3.3.).
2. Place the heater and adjust the heater vertically straight using the adjustable legs.
3. Use fixing kits (2 pcs) to fix the heater to sauna’s structures.

Replacing the Heating Elements
See figure 10.

Figure 9. Installing the heater

Figure 10. Replacing the Heating Elements

• 4. VARAOSAT
• 4. SPARE PARTS

1| Heating element 2200 W/230 V|  | ZSC-022| PC100E/135E PC165E/200E| 6

9

---|---|---|---|---|---
2| Wiring harness|  | ZSC-716| PC100E/135E| 1
3| Wiring harness|  | ZSC-766| PC165E/200E| 1

We recommend to use only the manufacturer’s spare parts.

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