Wps Connectivity Instructions - Whirlpool WFC8090GX Service Manual

CONNECTIVITY
Setup
IMPORTANT: Proper installation of the washer/dryer prior to
(WPS). The router should be on and have a live Internet
use is the consumer responsibility. Be sure to read and follow
connection.
the Installation Instructions that came with the washer/dryer.
This is located on a sticker Setup
Automatic Setup Instructions –
WiFi Protected Setup (WPS)
IMPORTANT: Proper installation of your washer/dryer prior to use is your responsibility. Be sure to read and follow the Installation
Instructions that came with your washer/dryer.
You will need:
Automatic Setup Instructions – Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)
n A home wireless router supporting WiFi, 2.4Ghz with WPA2
1.
security. If you are unsure of the router's capabilities, refer
Router setup
You will need:
to the router manufacturer's instructions.
• A home wireless router capable of Wi-Fi Protected Setup
n The router to be on and have a live internet connection.
(WPS). The router should be on and have a live Internet
INTERNET
n The 10-character SAID code for the appliance. The SAID
connection.
code is either printed on a label on the appliance or can be
• The Smart Appliance ID (SAID) from your washer/dryer.
found on the LCD screen. Refer to "General Information"
This is located on a sticker
section of this manual for the location.
NOTE: If your home wireless router is not equipped with a WPS
button, please check the user manual of your router to con rm
NOTE: If the home wireless router is not equipped with a WPS
if it is WPS capable. If not, alternate setup instructions are at
button, please check the user manual of the router to confirm
www.whirlpool.com/connect.
if it is WPS capable. If not, alternate setup instructions are at
www.whirlpool.com/connect.
1.
1. Router Setup Router setup
INTERNET
Press the WPS button on the router. An indicator light will
begin blinking.
Press the WPS button on the router. An indicator light will
begin blinking.
HELPFUL TIP: The WPS function on the router is active for 2
HELPFUL TIP: The WPS function on your router is active
minutes. Complete the next step within that timeframe or you
for 2 minutes. Complete the next step within that timeframe
will need to reinitiate WPS.
or you will need to reinitiate WPS.
May need to add verbiage about 180° signal radiation pattern for
connectivity, per Brian Evens
5-4 Whirlpool Smart All-In-One Washer & Dryer
n

WPS Connectivity Instructions

inside the washer/dryer door.
WI-FI PROTECTED
inside the washer/dryer
SETUP (WPS)
HOME WIRELESS
ROUTER
WI-FI PROTECTED
SETUP (WPS)
HOME WIRELESS
ROUTER
2. Washer/Dryer setup (time sensitive step)
2.
Washer/dryer setup (time sensitive step)
A
2.
Washer/dryer setup (time sensitive step)
B
A
door.
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Touch the POWER button (A) to turn on the washer/dryer,
then touch the CONNECTED button (C).
Touch the POWER button (A) to turn on the washer/dryer,
then touch the CONNECTED button (C).
The WiFi status indicator (B) on the washer/dryer control
panel will blink slowly while the washer and router attempt
The Wi-Fi status indicator (B) on the washer/dryer control panel
to connect. The Time/Status display will show a "sensing
will blink slowly while your washer and router attempt
animation." This can take up to 2 minutes.
to connect. The Time/Status display (D) will show a "sensing
If the connection is successful, the WiFi status indicator will
animation." This can take up to 2 minutes.
come on and remain lit.
If the connection is successful, the Wi-Fi status indicator will
come on and remain lit.
If The Washer/Dryer Doesn't Connect
If the washer/dryer and router fail to connect after 2 minutes,
If Your Washer/Dryer Doesn't Connect
the WiFi status indicator (C) will blink rapidly for 2 seconds
If your washer/dryer and router fail to connect after 2 minutes,
and then turn off. Refer to the "Troubleshooting Guide" in
the Wi-Fi status indicator (C) will blink rapidly for 2 seconds
this section on page 5-6, check any connection instructions
and then turn off. Refer to the "Troubleshooting — Connectivity"
for your specific router, and refer to alternate instructions at
section of this Use & Care Guide and Installation Instructions,
www.whirlpool.com/connect.
Touch the POWER button (A) to turn on the washer/dryer,
check any connection instructions for your speci c router, and
then touch the CONNECTED button (C).
refer to alternate instructions at www.whirlpool.com/connect.
The Wi-Fi status indicator (B) on the washer/dryer control panel
will blink slowly while your washer and router attempt
to connect.
animation."
If the connection is successful, the Wi-Fi status indicator will
come on and remain lit.
If Your Washer/Dryer Doesn't Connect
If your washer/dryer and router fail to connect after 2 minutes,
the Wi-Fi status indicator (C) will blink rapidly for 2 seconds
and then turn off. Refer to the "Troubleshooting — Connectivity"
section of this Use & Care Guide and Installation Instructions,
check any connection instructions for your speci c router, and
refer to alternate instructions at www.whirlpool.com/connect.
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3:15
What to Wash How to Wash
REGULAR NORMAL
Temperature Spin Speed Auto Dry
WARM EXTRA FAST Dry
B
4:28
3:15
What to Wash How to Wash
REGULAR NORMAL
B
Temperature Spin Speed
WARM EXTRA FAST
B
A B
The Time/Status display (D) will show a "sensing
This can take up to 2 minutes.
C
C
C
C
Auto Dry
Dry
C
C
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