BHC System S Manuel utilisateur
Installation Guide
System S
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The Backcountry Hut Company
1. Our Mission
2. Introduction
3. Diagrams
3.1 Exploded Isometric Model
3.2 Left Elevation / Heights
3.3 Floor Plan
4. Included in System S
5. Installation & Logistics
5.1 Shipping
5.2 Site Requirements
5.3 Unloading Requirements
6. Foundation Requirements
6.1 Temporary Structure
6.2 Permanent Structure
7. Electrical Requirements
8. Warranty
9. Final Note
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The Backcountry Hut Company was founded
in 2015, born from a deep appreciation of the
outdoors and a desire to put down roots in the
places we seek adventure.
We specialize in compact modernist recreational
structures crafted to rigorous standards,
designed to leave a minimal impact on our
environment. Our collection of prefabricated,
flat-packed building systems help individuals
and organizations turn dreams into destinations,
and can be configured to meet a variety of uses,
landscapes, and lifestyle needs.
Inspired by simplicity and the quest to provide
outstanding design and value, our systems are
developed with user participation in mind - with
an emphasis on self-assembly and communal
construction. The result is a prefabricated kit-of-
parts building system that ships directly to site
and can be assembled in a fraction of the time of
a traditional construction process.
Whether your adventures call you to the
mountains, the coast, or somewhere in between,
you need a place to call home at the end of the
day.
Our Mission
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2.1
What follows is a guide for the installation of the BHC System S. This guide includes a list of
included materials, and a basic understanding of the staging and install process, and longer
explanations where necessary.
This guide is to help you, our client, project management, and your general contractor pull the
project together for a successful experience.
Where there are discrepancies, or you find the instructions challenging please refer to the
drawings which have included in this document.
If at any point you have questions, please reach out to us. It is easier and less expensive for all
parties to discuss how something should be done rather than to figure out how to fix a misstep
after the fact.
2.Introduction
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3.1
3.Diagrams
Figure 3.1 Exploded Isometric Model
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3.2
2'-0" 8'-1"
8
'-1
"
sauna heater
2 level bench seating
elec. panel
8
'-838
"
7
'-1014
"
elec. panel
Figure 3.2 Left Elevation and Heights
Figure 3.3 Floor Plan
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4.1
Your System S will arrive as a completely assembled unit, with a shell consisting of:
• Framing System: 2x4 studs and plates, 2x8 joist and rafter system,
• Insulation: Roxul Rockwool R14,
• Building wrap and reflective foil vapour barrier,
• Exterior Cladding: Painted rib steel, gasketed through fasteners, custom fabricated
flashing,
• Clear Cedar Interior: Bench, walls, ceiling and floor,
• Door: Clear cedar frame and jamb,
• Double glazed window: Glazing and double, tempered, high heat tolerant fibreglass
frame,
and pre-installed electrical components that are pre-tested in our factory, including:
• Indirect LED lighting under the bench, (30,000 hour LED rating - NO EXTERIOR
LIGHTING),
• Tylo Sense Pure 8 heater.
All that is required to install your new System S is a foundation system, and a tie-in to your
homes electrical system, both of which will be further explained in this guide.
4.Included in System S
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5.1
5.1 Shipping
Shipping is not included in the sales price. Our team will
gladly coordinate pricing during the consultation process,
and assist with the logistics of getting your system to site.
5.2 Site Requirements
To ensure a safe and streamlined installation process, your
chosen location for your new System S should be as flat as
is possible, and should have clear road or lane access, with
a minimum of 14’ of overhead clearance and clear access
for a min. 40’ truck. The electrical tie-in and foundation
system should be installed and inspected in advance of
delivery, to ensure a seamless installation process.
5.3 Unloading Requirements
Unloading equipment to be provided by client
The sauna can be unloaded with a crane or forklift/
telehandler.
Requirements for thelehandler:
- 6ft forks
- lifting capacity 3500+ lbs
Requirements for crane:
- Use spreader to avoid damaging the siding
- Lifting capacity 3500+ lbs
- Client/GC to ensure access and reach of crane
Note: Carrier won’t wait to allow the client to test the
electrical system.
One hour unloading allocated. Anything above will be
billed to the client at an hourly rate.
5.Installation & Logistics
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6.1
6.Foundation Requirements
The Foundation System for your new System S varies
depending on the specifics of your site, and the
requirements of the governing municipality. You may choose
to install your module as a temporary structure, similar to a
shed, which may have reduced permitting requirements, but
will be less stable and secure for long term use, or you may
choose to install as a permanent structure. For a permanent
structure, your municipality or governing body may require
further documentation and permitting prior to install. Please
note, that the required connection to the foundation may
vary based on local or regional codes or ordinances and can
vary depending on the specifics of your site. Therefore, BHC
does not provide any hardware to connect the sauna to its
foundation and suggests confirming the requirements with
your AHJ.
6.1 Temporary Structure
For a temporary structure, we suggest four 24” x 24” x 6”
concrete pavers to be provided by you, to be positioned to
support the corners of your module. Please note that these
requirements may vary based on local or regional codes or
ordinances, and all work must conform to the requirements
outlined by the governing body.
6.2 Permanent Structure
For a permanent installation, we recommend four 8”
sonotube formed footings and piers to be arranged in
an 8’x8’ square at the desired location of your module.
The piers should provide a platform that is both level and
straight, and should align with the framing members of
your System S. The floor system has blocking running
perpendicular to the floor framing to allow you to attach the
site-specific required Hold-Down/Brackets. Please note
that these requirements may vary based on local or regional
codes or ordinances, and all work must conform to the
requirements outlined by the governing body.
Figure 6.1 Temporary Foundation Diagram
Figure 6.2 Permanent Foundation Diagram
Figure 6.2 Bearing Location Section
System S
Module
2'-0"
typ.
2'-0"
typ.
8'-0"
8
1
2"
1'-3
1
2"
5'-5"
1'-3
1
2"
8
1
2"
1'-0" 2'-0" 5'-812" 1'-312" 812"
24" x 24" x 8"
concrete
pavers (typ.)
door
g
lazin
g
10'-0"
System S
Module
10'-0"
8'-0"
812"
6'-7"
812"
2'-312"7'-0" 812"
door
glazing
8" concrete
sonotube footings
(typ.)
9'-738"
blocking running
p
erpendicular to
floor framing
8" point load
bearing area
8" point load
bearing area
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7.1
7.Electrical Requirements
To safely provide power to your new System S Module, you should have a licensed electrician
install a 50 amp, 120/240v, #6 copper electrical connection to your selected install location.
Please note that these requirements may vary based on local or regional codes or ordinances,
and all work must conform to the requirements outlined by the governing body.
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