This guide is for connecting a Harvia door switch and remotely operating an XW/XE stove with the MyHarvia app.
For instructions on installing an SFE safety device above the stove, click here.
Connecting and setting up the door switch
- The door switch is connected to the SAFETY and GND terminals on the circuit board, terminals X15 and X16.
- The door switch may only be connected by a qualified electrician.
- The remote control panel setting 5 - 00 must be in DOOR mode when the door switch is operated:
Remote use
- Activate remote mode by pressing the heater button on the control panel for three seconds while the heater is off. RC mode is activated after a 30 second delay. The heater can then be remotely controlled using the MyHarvia app
- If the control panel is placed inside the sauna room, the sauna door must be closed within 30 seconds of RC activation.
Remote use not working?
Cannot activate RC mode
- The door switch is incorrectly connected to the circuit board. Check the connections.
- The remote setting is not in DOOR mode. The default setting is OFF.
Error message: Door open
- The door switch is incorrectly connected to the circuit board. Check the connections.
- The door is open. Close the door and reactivate the RC mode.
- The magnet is too far away from the door sensor. See magnet connection distances:
Error message: SAFE
- The remote setting is in SAFE mode. Change setting to DOOR mode in Xenio control panel.
About remote control of the heater
Wifi compatible models
How does the door switch work?
- The purpose of the door switch is to prevent the remote start of the heater when the sauna door is open, or if the door has been opened after the remote start has been activated.