Whirlpool WTW8700EC Use & Care Guide - Page 9

Connectivity Setup IMPORTANT: Proper installation of your washer prior to use is your responsibility. Be sure to read and follow the Installation Instructions that came with your washer. Automatic Setup Instructions - Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) You will need: • A home wireless router capable of Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). The router should be on and have a live Internet connection. • The Smart Appliance ID (SAID) from your washer. This is located on a sticker under the washer lid. NOTE: If your home wireless router is not equipped with a WPS button, please check the user manual of your router to confirm if it is WPS capable. If not, alternate setup instructions are at www.whirlpool.com/connect. 2. Washer setup (time sensitive step) A D u q 1. Router setup INTERNET B C WI-FI PROTECTED SETUP (WPS) u HOME WIRELESS ROUTER A B u Press the WPS button on the router. An indicator light will begin blinking. q HELPFUL TIP: The WPS function on your router is active for 2 minutes. Complete the next step within that timeframe C or you will need to reinitiate WPS. q u q D Touch the POWER button (A) to turn on the washer, then touch the CONNECT button (B). The Wi-Fi status indicator (C) on the washer control panel will blink slowly while your washer and router attempt to connect. The Time/Status display (D) will show a "sensing animation". This can take up to 2 minutes. If the connection is successful, the Wi-Fi status indicator will come on and remain lit. If Your Washer Doesn't Connect If your washer 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, check any connection instructions for your specific router, and refer to alternate instructions at www.whirlpool.com/connect. 9