Setting Up Your Samsung Smart Dishwasher

What You Will Need

• Samsung StormWash Smart Dishwasher (installed, connected to water supply and power)
• SmartThings app (iOS or Android) with a Samsung account
• A 2.4 GHz WiFi network
• Your WiFi network name (SSID) and password

Step 1: Verify Physical Installation

Before setting up smart features, confirm the dishwasher is properly installed:

• The water supply line is connected and the valve is open.
• The drain hose is correctly connected to the sink drain or garbage disposal with a high loop or air gap to prevent backflow.
• The dishwasher is level and secured under the countertop.
• The power supply is connected (either hardwired or plugged into a grounded outlet).
• Run a quick rinse cycle to verify the dishwasher fills, sprays, and drains correctly.

Step 2: Connect the Dishwasher to WiFi

1. Power on the dishwasher by pressing the Power button.
2. Look for the Smart Control or WiFi indicator on the control panel.
3. Press and hold the Smart Control button for about three seconds until the WiFi indicator begins blinking. This puts the dishwasher into WiFi pairing mode.
4. The indicator will blink for several minutes while waiting for a connection from the SmartThings app.

Step 3: Add the Dishwasher in the SmartThings App

1. Open the SmartThings app and tap the + icon, then select Add Device.
2. Tap Samsung, then select Dishwasher.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions. The app may ask you to connect your phone temporarily to the dishwasher's WiFi hotspot during setup.
4. Select your home 2.4 GHz WiFi network and enter your password.
5. Wait for the dishwasher to connect. The WiFi indicator on the control panel will turn solid when connected successfully.
6. Name the dishwasher (e.g., "Kitchen Dishwasher") and assign it to a room.

Step 4: Explore Smart Features

The Samsung StormWash Smart Dishwasher offers the following capabilities through the SmartThings app:

• Cycle Monitoring — Check the current wash cycle status, remaining time, and progress remotely.
• End-of-Cycle Alerts — Receive a notification when the dishwasher finishes so you can unload it promptly.
• Remote Start — Start a wash cycle from your phone after loading the dishwasher and enabling remote start on the control panel.
• Cycle Selection — Choose wash cycles and options from the app, including Normal, Heavy, Delicate, and Express cycles.
• Troubleshooting and Diagnostics — The app can read error codes from the dishwasher and provide step-by-step troubleshooting guidance.

Step 5: Set Up Notifications

1. In the SmartThings app, select your dishwasher.
2. Tap the Settings or Notifications option.
3. Enable end-of-cycle notifications to receive a push alert when the wash is done.
4. Optionally set up notifications for error conditions, such as a drainage issue or water supply problem.

Tips for Best Performance

• The dishwasher connects directly via WiFi and does not require a SmartThings Hub.
• If the WiFi connection drops, the dishwasher operates normally as a standard appliance. Smart features resume automatically when the connection is restored.
• Remote start requires you to first load the dishwasher, add detergent, and press the Remote Start button on the control panel before starting from the app.
• Samsung smart appliances work with Alexa, Google Assistant, and Bixby for voice-controlled status checks.
• If the dishwasher will not connect, verify you are using a 2.4 GHz WiFi network and that the dishwasher is within range of your router. Many kitchen appliances have weaker WiFi antennas due to their metal enclosures.