Lost the paper manual for your Golden Designs sauna? This page collects the owner's manuals we have on file as free PDF downloads, and pulls out the facts people look up most: the electrical circuit each sauna needs, how long it takes to heat, and what the warranty covers. Your model number (it starts with GDI) is on your order confirmation and invoice; match it to the table below.
Golden Designs manuals at a glance
| Manual | Model numbers covered | Type | Electrical (per manual) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monaco manual (PDF) | GDI-6996-01 | 6-person far infrared | 2 separate dedicated 120V / 20A outlets |
| Barcelona manual (PDF) | GDI-6106-01, GDI-6109-01, DYN-6106-01 | 1-2 person far infrared | 120V / 15A dedicated circuit |
| Traditional sauna manual (PDF) | GDI-7289-01 (Sundsvall), GDI-7389-01 (Copenhagen), GDI-7689-01 (Osla) | 2, 3 and 6 person traditional | 240V dedicated circuit for the stove (30 or 40A, depending on your electrical code) plus 120V / 15A for the sauna |
The Copenhagen, Sundsvall and Osla share one manual, so all three download links on our product pages open the same file.
Golden Designs Monaco (GDI-6996-01)
The Monaco is a 6-person Canadian hemlock far infrared sauna with 15 PureTech near zero EMF carbon heating panels, bronze tinted tempered glass, a touch screen control panel, chromotherapy lighting with a red light feature, and a DVD player with FM radio, Bluetooth and MP3 input (the smart screen function needs a separately purchased Amazon Fire TV Stick).
- Electrical: two separate dedicated 120V / 20A outlets on two separate 20A breakers, non-GFCI. It does not use 240V. Do not use an adapter, surge protector or extension cord.
- Heat-up: the manual says about 20 to 30 minutes to preheat to 122°F, longer in a cold room. It suggests starting first sessions at about 115°F for around 15 minutes.
- Warranty: 5 years on heating elements and electronics; 1 year on the radio and wood structure. Indoor use only: placing it outdoors voids the warranty.
The current version is the Monaco Elite (GDI-6996-02), which is out of stock as of November 1, 2026. Our Golden Designs Monaco review covers both versions.
Golden Designs Barcelona (GDI-6106-01 and GDI-6109-01)
This manual covers Golden Designs' 1-2 person carbon infrared saunas, including the Barcelona Elite (GDI-6106-01 Elite). The Barcelona Elite has 6 PureTech near zero EMF carbon heat emitters, a Canadian hemlock cabin, a clear tempered glass door, chromotherapy lighting, an MP3 aux connection with 2 speakers, and interior and exterior LED control panels. It is discontinued, but the manual still applies to every unit sold.
- Electrical: 120V / 15A dedicated circuit. The troubleshooting section says the sauna cannot be connected to a GFCI outlet, which can trip or stop the sauna turning on. No adapter, surge protector or extension cord.
- Heat-up: from a room above 70°F, about 20 minutes to 100°F, 25 to 30 minutes to 115-120°F, 35 to 40 minutes to 125-130°F, and 45 to 60 minutes to about 135°F.
- Warranty: 5 years on heating elements and electronics; 1 year on the radio and wood structure. Indoor use only.
Golden Designs Copenhagen, Sundsvall and Osla traditional saunas
These three red cedar saunas use an electric stove and rocks rather than infrared panels. One manual covers the original models: Sundsvall (2-person, GDI-7289-01), Copenhagen (3-person, GDI-7389-01) and Osla (6-person, GDI-7689-01).
- Electrical: a dedicated 240V single-phase circuit for the stove (30 or 40 amp, depending on your electrical code) and a 120V / 15A circuit for the sauna's lights and controls. The stove must be installed by a certified electrician following the stove manufacturer's manual and your local code.
- Location: indoors, or outdoors only inside a structure with a waterproof roof, with a waterproof cover on the sauna when it is not in use.
- Stove: the stove comes with its own manual and its own manufacturer warranty, so keep that booklet with this one.
- Warranty: the manual lists 7 years on the wood structure, control panel, control panel harnesses and lights. The stove is covered separately by its maker.
2025 editions (GDI-7289-02, GDI-7389-02, GDI-7689-02)
The traditional saunas we sell now are the updated 2025 editions. We don't have a separate manual for them yet, and the supplier's specs differ from the original manual in a few places, so use these figures when planning:
| 2025 model | Stove | Electrical | Exterior size (W x D x H) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sundsvall 2-person (GDI-7289-02) | 6 kW | 240V / 30A stove + 120V / 15A | 60" x 46" x 83" |
| Copenhagen 3-person (GDI-7389-02) | 8 kW | 240V / 40A stove + 120V / 15A | 79" x 59" x 83" |
| Osla 6-person (GDI-7689-02) | 8 kW | 240V / 40A stove + 120V / 15A | 79" x 72" x 83" |
For the 2025 editions, the supplier lists the warranty as 5 years on electronics and 1 year on the stove, which is different from the 7-year terms in the original manual. Ask us to confirm the terms that apply to your order. The Osla is out of stock as of November 1, 2026. For a full look at the current Copenhagen, see our Golden Designs Copenhagen review.
Things every Golden Designs manual asks you to do
- Mail the warranty card within 60 days of purchase, with proof of purchase. The manuals say the warranty can be void if you don't.
- Inspect the heaters before assembly. Infrared manuals warn not to start the sauna if a heater looks damaged from shipping.
- Plug straight into the dedicated circuit. No extension cords or adapters, and no GFCI on the infrared models.
- Keep water off infrared emitters. Only traditional saunas take water, and only on the stove rocks.
- Leave repairs to authorized service. Unauthorized repairs or modifications void the warranty.
Looking for another brand? Our Dynamic sauna owner's manuals page lists manuals for Dynamic models, which Golden Designs also makes. To browse current models, see all Golden Designs saunas or our traditional saunas.
