How to use Sauna?

Sauna stove user guide for ÄkäsHiisi Lodge (Hiisi Lodge II):

Sauna Stove user guide for HiisiLodge I:

1. Sauna Room
• Check the sauna room before switching on the power. Do not dry clothes in the sauna, and do not cover the stove in any way. This causes the most fires in saunas. There is  a drying cabinet in utility room for your use.
• Make sure the sauna door is closed toward the washroom.

2. Turning on the Sauna Stove
• ÄkäsHiisi Lodge: The stove can be started by pressing the power button. The control panel is located in the utility room (see picture).  The stove temperature (70 °C) and operating time (2 h) are preset. The sauna is ready for use in about 30–40 minutes.
• Hiisi Lodge I: Turn the thermostat switch to 'medium' and set the timer to A 1-4 for immediate heating. For timing the heating use B 1-7 (see picture on left hand side).

3. Sauna Use
• Please shower before entering the sauna. In Finland, people sauna without clothing.
• Disposable seat covers ("peflettis") can be found in the utility room and must be used on the benches.
• We recommend using lukewarm water for throwing steam. Use the ladle to pour a small amount of water onto the stove. The steam must not burn your skin. Maintain your hydration.
• You may stay in the steam for as long as you like. If you feel too hot or uncomfortable, you should stop and go cool down. Finns typically take a quick shower, step outside for a moment, or even roll in soft snow.

4. Turning off the Sauna Stove
• Please turn off the stove immediately after you finish using the sauna. 

  • Äkäshiisi Lodge: Press and hold the power button on the control panel until the indicator light turns off.
  • Hiisi Lodge I: Turn the timer to 'zero'

Warnings:

• Do not use the sauna as a drying room for clothes or laundry due to fire risk.
• Be careful around the hot stove, as the stones and metal parts become hot enough to burn skin.
• The steam from the stove is scalding and may cause burns.
• Children, people with reduced mobility, and those who are ill should be supervised while using the sauna.
• The benches and floors may be slippery, so move carefully inside the sauna.
• Do not enter a hot sauna under the influence of intoxicating substances (alcohol, medications, drugs, etc.).