Harvia Virta 8kW Electric Heater Package
An 8kW Harvia Virta floor-standing electric heater package — 110 lbs of stones for serious steam, controlled by Xenio Wi-Fi.
- Xenio controller included: set temps and schedules via app.
- Holds up to 110 lbs of stones for real steam and heat retention.
- Sized for 177–431 cu ft rooms; 240V/33.4A install spec included.
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- Description
- What’s Included?
- Specifications
- Documents
- Warranty
The Harvia Virta 8kW Floor-Standing Electric Sauna Heater delivers premium heating performance for medium-sized sauna rooms. Crafted with durable stainless steel, this sleek and modern heater produces soft, even heat for a balanced and rejuvenating sauna session. Designed for convenience, its heating element module can be easily removed for quick servicing, ensuring long-lasting reliability. With the ability to hold up to 110 lbs of genuine Finnish sauna stones, the Virta 8kW offers excellent heat retention and the authentic steam experience that makes traditional saunas so restorative. Pair it with the Harvia Xenio Digital Control Kit for precise temperature adjustment, advanced scheduling, and optional WiFi control via the MyHarvia app.
Features
- Ideal for Medium-Sized Saunas: Optimized for sauna rooms between 177 and 431 cubic feet
- Premium Stainless Steel Construction: Stylish, durable build with industrial-grade, serviceable heating elements
- Even Heat Distribution: Produces soft, consistent warmth for a comfortable sauna experience
- Authentic Steam Generation: Pour water over stones to create a traditional Finnish sauna atmosphere
- Quick Heating: Reaches sauna-ready temperatures within 20–30 minutes
- Floor-Mounted Installation: Flexible placement against a wall or in a corner
- Smart Controls: Compatible with Harvia Xenio Digital Control Kit, including WiFi capability for remote scheduling
- Easy Maintenance: Heating element module is removable for quick servicing
- Made in Finland: Designed and manufactured for durability, efficiency, and authentic sauna performance
- Harvia Virta 8kW Sauna Heater
- Installation and Operation Manual
- 2-Year Warranty (Consumer Use)
Required for Operation:
- Harvia Xenio Digital Control Kit (CX45-U1-U3) – Provides WiFi capability for remote control via the MyHarvia app
-
Sauna Stones (~100 lbs required)
- 3 Boxes of Split-Face Olivine Diabase Stones (4-6")
Optional Add-On:
- Safety Railing (HL3S) – Protects against accidental contact with the hot surface
Model: Virta HL80E
Kilowatt Rating: 8 kW
Sauna Size Capacity: 177 - 431 cubic feet
Voltage/Phase: 240V/1PH
Amperage: 33.4A
Wire Size: 8 AWG
Heater Weight: 51 lbs
Shipping Weight with Sauna Stones: 183 lbs
Dimensions (W x D x H): 16" x 13" x 33"
Sauna Room Ventilation and Guard-Fence Clearances
| Requirement | Dimension |
|---|---|
| Air inlet (lower vent) — height above floor, close to the heater | 4" (100 mm) |
| Air outlet (upper vent) — minimum below ceiling, on the opposite wall | 6" (150 mm) |
| Air outlet — lowest permitted position above floor | 24" (600 mm) |
| Air changes | 5 per hour |
| Heater to guard fence — minimum, all sides | 2" (50 mm) |
| Top of guard fence below top of heater — minimum | 1" (25 mm) |
Both vents must be adjustable. The guard fence is required for safety, is built from softwood to match the sauna interior, and is fastened to the wall — its top edge must stay below the heater's rock line. Clearances from the heater to the wall, bench and ceiling are given separately in the Installation Details table below. Ventilation must also satisfy the local code authority.
Installation Details — 8.0 kW
| Specification | HL(S)8U1 |
|---|---|
| Output | 8.0 kW |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 16 / 13 / 33" (415 / 340 / 840 mm) |
| Weight | 50.7 lb (23 kg) |
| Maximum stone load | 110 lb (50 kg) |
| Sauna room volume | 177–431 cu ft |
| Sauna floor area | 28–69 sq ft |
| Minimum ceiling height | 75" (1900 mm) |
| Heater to wall / bench (A) | 2" (50 mm) |
| Heater to ceiling (B) | 42" (1060 mm) |
| Floor clearance under heater | 2.8" (70 mm) |
| Temperature sensor below ceiling | 4" (100 mm) |
Confirm against the Installation and Operation Manual linked below before wiring or building.
