Installation Guide

Electrical requirements

Each sauna model has specific electrical requirements based on its size, heating capacity and overall power consumption. Review the specifications for your model below to find the right outlet type, circuit, and any upgrades needed before installation.

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Definitions

Three terms worth knowing

  • Outlet / socket / receptacle

    Where the sauna plugs in

    The wall connection point where the sauna’s power cord is plugged in.

  • Circuit

    The wiring behind the wall

    The wiring that runs from the outlet, through the walls of the home, back to the electrical panel (breaker box). Several outlets — often in the same room or across rooms — may share a single circuit and breaker.

  • Dedicated circuit

    One appliance, one breaker

    A circuit designed to power a single appliance only. It connects to one outlet and has its own individual breaker in the electrical panel.

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Information for all sauna models

The sauna must be connected to a dedicated electrical circuit while in use — either a circuit not used by any other appliance while the sauna is running, or a circuit designed for a single appliance with its own breaker.

  • Any required electrical modifications or upgrades must be completed by a qualified, licensed electrician. Failure to comply may result in safety hazards and may void the sauna warranty.
  • The power cord is located in the roof cap and measures approximately 13 feet. Position the outlet so it can be reached without moving the sauna.
  • Extension cords, surge protectors and GFCI outlets are not recommended — they may interfere with the sauna’s performance and safe operation.
  • Not sure what you have? Send a photo of your outlet or breaker panel to our team and we’ll confirm what you need.
Plug and play

ECO and BOX Saunas

In most homes, no electrical modifications are required to operate these sauna models. Standard household circuits are typically either:

  • 120V / 15 Amp with 14-gauge wiring, or
  • 120V / 20 Amp with 12-gauge wiring.

Either will accommodate these models when connected to a dedicated circuit during operation. The required outlet is a NEMA 5-15R.

NEMA 5-15R
Required

120 Volts / 15 Amp dedicated circuit

NEMA 5-15R
OR
NEMA 5-20R
Compatible

120 Volts / 20 Amp dedicated circuit

NEMA 5-20R
Plug and play

1 Person and 2 Person Saunas

These models are compatible with standard household electrical service and typically do not require electrical modifications for installation.

While they can operate on a 120V / 15 Amp circuit, a 120V / 20 Amp dedicated circuit with 12-gauge wiring is recommended for optimal performance and reliability. They require either a NEMA 5-15R or a NEMA 5-20R outlet.

NEMA 5-15R
Required

120 Volts / 15 Amp dedicated circuit / outlet

NEMA 5-15R
OR
NEMA 5-20R
Recommended

120 Volts / 20 Amp dedicated circuit / outlet

NEMA 5-20R
Plug and play

2 Person Red Light Sauna

This sauna is equipped with two standard household plugs (NEMA 5-15): one for the infrared heating system and one for the red light panel.

To safely power both components, either two separate NEMA 5-15 dedicated circuits (not outlets) are required, or both plugs may be connected to the same dedicated 120V / 20 Amp circuit.

NEMA 5-15R
Required

Two 120 Volt / 15 Amp dedicated circuits

NEMA 5-15R
OR
NEMA 5-20R
Recommended

One 120 Volt / 20 Amp dedicated circuit / outlet

NEMA 5-20R
Electrician required

3 Person Sauna

This model requires a 240V / 20 Amp dedicated circuit. A qualified, licensed electrician will be required to install the appropriate circuit and outlet prior to or after installation.

Please contact our team to confirm the correct outlet configuration for your sauna, as there are two possible outlet types depending on its electrical version.

Required

240 Volts / 20 Amp dedicated circuit

Outlet type confirmed by our team
Electrician required

4 Person Red Light Sauna

This model requires a 240V / 30 Amp dedicated circuit. A qualified, licensed electrician will be required to install the appropriate circuit and outlet prior to installation.

Please contact our team to confirm the correct outlet configuration for your sauna, as there are two possible outlet types depending on its electrical version.

Required

240 Volts / 30 Amp dedicated circuit

Outlet type confirmed by our team
Electrician required

2 Person Combination & 2 Person Outdoor Saunas

These saunas require two separate dedicated electrical circuits: one for the infrared heating panels and one for the traditional heater.

  • The infrared heating panels require a 120V / 20 Amp dedicated circuit with a NEMA 5-20 outlet.
  • The traditional heater requires a 240V / 30 Amp dedicated circuit and must be hardwired by a qualified, licensed electrician.
NEMA 5-20R required
Infrared heaters

120 Volts / 20 Amp dedicated circuit / outlet

NEMA 5-20R required
AND
Hardwired by an electrician
Traditional heater

240 Volts / 30 Amp dedicated circuit

Hardwired by an electrician
Electrician required

Traditional Sauna

This sauna requires two separate dedicated electrical circuits: one for the lighting system and one for the traditional heater.

  • No electrical modification is required for the lighting system. A standard 120V / 15 Amp circuit with a NEMA 5-15 outlet is required.
  • The traditional heater requires a 240V / 30 Amp dedicated circuit and must be hardwired by a qualified, licensed electrician.
NEMA 5-15R required
Lighting system

120 Volts / 15 Amp dedicated circuit / outlet

NEMA 5-15R required
AND
Hardwired by an electrician
Traditional heater

240 Volts / 30 Amp dedicated circuit

Hardwired by an electrician

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