Essential Guide to Indoor Infrared Sauna Control Panel

by | Sep 11, 2025 | Sauna Category

More and more people are prioritizing their health, and installing an infrared sauna at home offers both convenience and the ability to relax anytime. Do you know how to use the indoor infrared sauna control panel? Don’t worry, I’ll guide you through the process step by step, so you can learn how to use it and enjoy the sauna experience.

Preparation Before Use

Before using an infrared sauna, you need to make some preparations. This includes ensuring that the power cord and heating device are properly connected and checking that everything is working correctly before turning it on, as well as preparing your personal sauna accessories.

Check Power Supply and Safety Measures

Before using the device, first connect the power cord to the heating unit. After checking the connection, power on the device and verify that it is functioning correctly. Check that the infrared sauna control panel is in standby mode and that the power plug is securely connected to avoid any damage or malfunctions during operation. Also, ensure that the grounding wire is properly connected to prevent electrical shock or leakage, thus ensuring safety.

Prepare Your Personal Items and Sauna Accessories

During a sauna, the body sweats profusely as the air inside the sauna room heats up. Therefore, it’s recommended to have drinking water on hand to stay hydrated. Towels should also be available for wiping sweat, or they can be used to cover the seats to maintain cleanliness. Using sauna accessories such as a sauna timer and a sauna thermometer​ helps to control the sauna time and temperature effectively. To create a more relaxing atmosphere, you can also add a few drops of essential oil to a sauna aroma bowl to release a pleasant fragrance and enhance the overall experience.

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Easy Operate the Infrared Sauna Control Panel

By understanding the functions of the infrared sauna control panel buttons, you can easily adjust the temperature, time, lighting, and music, allowing you to enjoy a more comfortable sauna experience.

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Button Functions

Use the left button to increase and the right button to decrease the temperature; the maximum temperature can be set to 65°C/149°F.
The display on the right shows the current temperature and the set temperature in real time. After setting the temperature, it will automatically switch to displaying the current temperature of the sauna room.
When connected via Bluetooth or USB, you can switch songs. In FM mode, you can search for radio stations.

Time Setting(TIME)

Use the left button to increase and the right button to decrease the time setting; the maximum heating time can be set to 90 minutes.
The display on the right shows the remaining heating time.
It can also be used to adjust the volume in Bluetooth mode, FM mode, and USB mode.

Play Music/Audio

FM Button: This button activates the radio. Use the TEMP and TIME buttons to change channels and adjust the volume.
BT/USB Button:
After turning on the main power switch with no USB drive inserted, search for “Sauna-BT” on your phone to connect via Bluetooth. Then, press the BT/USB button to play music from your phone. Use the TEMP button to switch tracks and the TIME button to adjust the volume.
Please note that after pressing the BT/USB button, the device will automatically switch to therapy mode if no further action is taken within 5 seconds. To resume music playback, you will need to press the BT/USB button again.
When separately connected via Bluetooth or USB, the BT/USB button functions only as a play/pause button.
USB Interface:
After turning on the power, insert the USB drive into the USB interface. The sauna will automatically start playing music from the USB drive. Use the TEMP and TIME buttons to switch tracks and adjust the volume.
To switch to Bluetooth mode, after connecting your phone via Bluetooth, simply short-press the BT/USB button. To switch back to USB mode again, you need to long-press the button.

Lighting Control

Sun Icon: Controls the light therapy, it allows switching between 7 colors (white → red → green → blue → yellow → purple → cyan) + turning off the light + automatic cycling, for a total of 9 modes.
Dotted Icon: Turns the above light on/off.
Light Bulb Icon: Turns the light below on/off.

Power Supply and Heating

ON/OFF Button:Controls the heating function. Once activated, use the TEMP and TIME buttons to adjust the heating temperature and time.
Power Button:Main power switch.

Start-Up Steps

1.When entering an infrared sauna room, the first step is to locate the infrared sauna control panel and turn on the main power switch.
2.Press the ON/OFF button to activate heating; then use the TEMP and TIME buttons to adjust the desired temperature and time.
3.Next, you can customize your sauna experience by turning on light and playing music, according to your personal preferences.
4.Relax your body and mind while enjoying a sauna and spa experience.

Infrared Sauna Rooms by Alphasauna

Infrared saunas are available in both indoor and outdoor models, with a variety of designs including square and barrel shapes, allowing for customization according to your preferences. They primarily use heating panels to generate heat for the sauna experience, and these panels are available in various materials: microcrystalline glass carbon fiber, carbon fiber, or mica, giving customers a choice.

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Furthermore, we offer customizable infrared sauna control panels. Our infrared sauna control panels are available in two styles: push-button and touch-screen. The push-button version is made of polypropylene (PP), which boasts corrosion resistance, excellent insulation, and is recyclable. The vertical touch-screen version, on the other hand, is constructed from an alloy (ABS + PC), a combination of two materials for durability, high temperature resistance, and enhanced aesthetics.

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Indoor Infrared Sauna Rooms

Our indoor infrared sauna rooms offer a variety of styles, including single-person barrel-shaped, 1-2 person rectangular, and multi-person designs. The front features large glass panels for a bright and airy feel. The main structure is made of modular infrared heating panels and high-quality wood, ensuring easy installation and long-lasting durability. The interior is fully equipped with an infrared sauna control panel. The backrest and seat bottom are embedded with infrared heating panels, and the top is equipped with LED lights, temperature probes, and an audio system to create a comfortable atmosphere. The seating can be customized to suit your needs, with options for L-shaped layouts or tiered seating, accommodating various space requirements. The infrared sauna control panel is conveniently located on the inside wall, allowing easy adjustment of temperature, time, and music via buttons.

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Outdoor Infrared Sauna Rooms

The front of the outdoor infrared sauna rooms features a design with glass windows and doors, providing a wide view of the surrounding scenery. Infrared heating panels are installed on the backrest and seat base for a comfortable and even heat distribution. The infrared sauna control panel is located on the central wall and includes a temperature sensor to monitor the sauna temperature in real time, ensuring safety. To withstand outdoor conditions, the saunas require a sturdy base, either made of fiberglass or a wooden base, for moisture resistance, durability, and stability.

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The infrared heating panel heats up to approximately 65 degrees Celsius. For a higher temperature sauna experience, you can also install the microcrystalline glass carbon fiber heater tube inside the sauna room. These are usually designed to be mounted on the backrest and can be flexibly installed in various locations other than the glass panels.
Adding infrared sauna heaters not only speeds up the heating process in a sauna room, but as our Alphasauna tests have shown, with infrared sauna heaters, the temperature in an infrared sauna can rise from 65°C to 75°C in just 45 minutes. It can also provide targeted red light therapy for specific areas of the body, further enhancing the sauna’s effectiveness and user experience.

FAQS

Question1:Why Choose an Infrared Sauna over a Traditional Steam Sauna?

Answer: Infrared saunas provide gentler heating (45-65 degrees Celsius) but can penetrate deeply into the skin and muscles, promoting metabolism. Compared to traditional high-temperature steam saunas, they don’t feel stuffy or oppressive, making them suitable for people with lower heat tolerance, and even elderly people and children can enjoy them with adult supervision.Furthermore, they’re easy to use, with the infrared sauna control panel allowing users to adjust temperature, time, and lighting.

Question2:Is Installing and Using an Indoor Infrared Sauna Complicated?

Answer: Indoor infrared saunas feature a modular design for easy installation, typically requiring only 1-2 hours. All that’s needed is sufficient space and a power outlet. The operation is also very simple. After plugging it in, you can start the sauna with a single button on the infrared sauna control panel and easily adjust the temperature, time, lighting, and music. Even first-time users can easily learn how to operate it. If needed, a user manual is provided to help you learn and master its functions.

Question3:Is Cleaning and Maintaining an Infrared Sauna Difficult?

Answer:After using the sauna, promptly clean any dust from inside the sauna room, wipe away any remaining sweat with a soft cloth, and then lightly wipe the wooden surfaces with a damp cloth. After cleaning, open the door to allow ventilation and maintain airflow. Avoid using chemical cleaning products.

Question 4: What Are the Space Requirements for an Indoor Infrared Sauna Room?

Answer: At Alphasauna, we offer a variety of indoor infrared sauna rooms in different sizes. Our smaller indoor infrared sauna room require only 1-2 square meters of space, making them compact enough to fit easily into any home, allowing you to enjoy a private sauna experience at any time. Larger models require more space, but as long as the floor is level and there is a stable power supply, they can be easily installed and operated.

About Alphasauna

Alphasauna offers a wide range of saunas, including outdoor saunas, indoor saunas, infrared saunas, and mobile saunas, all customizable to meet your specific needs and featuring flexible heating system options. We also provide cold plunges, wooden hot tubs, and other cold and hot therapy products. As a one-stop service provider, we integrate production, R&D, and sales to deliver high-quality products, focusing on promoting health and well-being. For more information about our products and services, please contact Alphasauna.

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Founder Alphsauna

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Mr. Mark, CEO-Founder of Alpha Sauna Since 2009 (post-graduation), he’s specialized in technical engineering, with experience at China Aerospace Department and Huawei, plus multiple tech breakthrough awards. Leading Alpha Sauna’s R&D team since 2014, he delivers innovative global sauna/wellness products—outdoor/indoor saunas, accessories, and unique high-end ice bath machines. Driven by rigorous innovation and passion for hot & cold wellness, we bring intelligent, luxurious, comfortable experiences to clients.

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