How to translate Xiaomi air grill into Russian: all ways + modelling

Xiaomi’s aerogrils have gained popularity thanks to a combination of innovative technology and affordable prices. However, many users are faced with the problem that the device defaults to Chinese or English, and Russian is not on the list. This situation is especially relevant for models bought on AliExpress or in Chinese online stores. Unlike Xiaomi smartphones, where changing the language takes a couple of clicks, with aerogrils it is increasingly difficult – it requires either firmware or manual manipulation of settings.

In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to Russify Xiaomi air grills, including official and informal methods. You will learn how to determine the model of your device, where to download firmware, how to avoid errors when updating and what to do if there is no Russian even after all the manipulations. The most popular models are the Mi Smart Air Fryer. 3.5L, Mi Air Fryer Pro 5.5L Deerma DM730 (which is often sold under the Xiaomi brand).

1.What models of aerogrills Xiaomi support Russian language?

Not all Xiaomi aerogrills support Russian initially, depending on the regional version of the device and the year of release.

• 🌍 Global versions (labeled Global in the title) – usually Russian in the list of languages, sold in official Xiaomi stores in Russia and Europe.
• 🇨🇳 Chinese versions (without Global) – Russian is missing, but it can be added through firmware or manual settings.
• 🔄 2023-2026 models (e.g. Mi Air Fryer Pro) 5.5L) More often support multilingualism than older versions.
• ⚠️ Deerma DM730 — It's often marketed as a Xiaomi aerogril, but it's a different brand.

To determine if your model supports Russian, check the labeling on the box or on the device menu. If the list of languages is English, but not Russian, then you will need firmware. If the menu only supports characters is the Chinese version without support for European languages.

⚠️ Note: If your aerogrill is purchased before 2022 and has only a Chinese interface, there is a high probability that there is no official Russian firmware for it, in which case you will have to use informal methods or accept English.

Method 1: Change language through menu (for global versions)

If your Xiaomi aerogrill is global, you can turn on Russian directly in the settings. Here is a step-by-step instruction:

1. Turn on the aerogrill and wait for the main screen to load.
2. Press the Menu button (or the gear icon if the touch screen).
3. Scroll down the menu to Settings and select it.
4. Find the Language section. In some models, it may be called System Language.
5. In the list of languages, select Russian or Russian.
6. Confirm the choice and wait for the device to restart.

If there is no Russian on the list, but there is English, then your model does not support it out of the box.

Make sure the air grill is on the network|

Check that the screen displays English text (not hieroglyphics)|

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Some models (e.g. Mi Air Fryer Pro) 5.5L) The point of the tongue may be hidden. To find it, try:

• 🔍 Hold the Menu button for 5 seconds – sometimes it opens the hidden settings.
• 📱 Connect the aerogrill to the Mi Home app and check the settings there (more on this in the next section).

3. Method 2: Russification through the Mi Home app

The Mi Home app (now Xiaomi Home) lets you control many Xiaomi devices, including some aerogrill models. If your aerogrill supports connecting to the app, there's a chance to change the language through it. Here's how to do it:

1. Download and install the Mi Home app from Google Play or the App Store.
2. Sign up or sign in to your Xiaomi account.
3. Add the aerogrill to the app: Press + → Add a device. Select Kitchen or Air Fryer category. Follow the instructions on the screen to connect.

After connecting, go to the device settings in the application.

Language

Language

Russian

If the application does not have the option of changing the language, try the following steps:

• 📲 Update the firmware of the aerogrill through Mi Home: go to the Device Settings → Update of the PO.
• 🌐 Change the region of Xiaomi account to Russia in the profile settings.
• 🔄 Reconnect the device by resetting it to factory settings (hold the power button for 10 seconds).

⚠️ Attention: Some users report that after changing the language through Mi Home, the air grill begins to work unstable.

Method 3: Firmware aerogrill to add Russian

If the first two fail, the most reliable, but also the most difficult, method is the firmware of the device, which requires caution, because the wrong actions can cause the aerogrill to fail. ESP32 Realtek (check out the characteristics of your model).

You'll need:

• 💻 Computer with Windows or macOS.
• 🔌 USB-Type-C or Micro-USB cable (depending on model).
• 📁 Firmware with Russian language (you can download on the forums) 4PDA or XDA Developers).
• 🛠 Firmware (e.g. Flash Download Tools for chips) ESP32).

Step-by-step:

1. Download the firmware for your model. Pay attention to the chip version! For example, for the Mi Air Fryer Pro. 5.5L firmware MiAF_5.5L_RU_v1.2.bin.
2. Connect the aerogrill to your PC: Turn off the device. Press the Menu button and, without letting it go, connect the cable to the computer. USB-Hold the button for 10-15 seconds until the computer detects a new device.

Install the drivers.

ESP32

CP210x

CH340

Run the firmware program.

Flash Download Tools

Start the firmware

Reset the air grill.

If the device does not turn on after firmware or does not work correctly, try to return the original firmware.

5. Method 4: Deerma Russification DM730 (pseudonymous-Xiaomi)

Deerma DM730 It's often marketed as a Xiaomi aerogril, but it's actually a different brand, and it's harder to Russify because there's no official Russian language support, but there's a workaround through replacing fonts and manipulating settings.

You'll need:

• 📱 Smartphone with root rights (for some methods).
• 🖥 Deerma Assistant (unofficial utility).
• 📄 Files with Cyrillic script (can be downloaded here).

Instructions:

1. Connect the air grill to Wi-Fi via the Smart Life app (if supported).
2. Download and install Deerma Assistant on PC.
3. Connect the air grill to the computer through USB (firmware-like).
4. In the program, select the Font Replace option and download a font file with Cyrillic support.
5. Now, reboot the device. Now the characters will appear as English letters, but the menu will become a little clearer.

This method does not add a full-fledged Russian language, but makes the interface more readable, and for complete Russification, you will need to reflash the controller, which is fraught with risk.

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If you have Deerma. DM730, Check for a sticker on the back, and if there's a Mijia logo, it means it's really Xiaomi-related, and you can apply the methods from the previous sections to it.

6. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them

When russifying Xiaomi air grills, users often face typical problems, and here are the most common mistakes and ways to solve them:

A few more tips to avoid problems:

• 🔋 Do not stitch through the aerogrill when the battery is low (if any.
• 📡 Use a stable internet connection when upgrading via Mi Home.
• 📂 Save the original firmware before experiments – this will help to return the device to working condition.

⚠️ Note: If your aerogrill warranty, the firmware can cancel it. In this case, it is better to contact the official Xiaomi service with a request to update the software to the global version.

7. Alternative ways: if there is no Russian and there will be no Russian

If none of these methods worked, don't despair. Here are some alternatives:

• 📖 Use a translator: take a picture of the air grill screen and translate the text through Google Lens or Yandex.
• 📝 Create a cheat sheet: print or save to the phone translation of the main menu items.
• 🛒 Buy stickers with translation: AliExpress sell stickers for the buttons of aerogrills Xiaomi.
• 🔄 Sell the device and buy a global version: sometimes it’s cheaper than wasting time on Russification.

If you decide to leave the aerogrill in English, here is a translation of the main menu items for the Mi Air Fryer Pro:

• Power - On/Off
• Temp - Temperature
• Time - Time
• Mode - Mode (frying, baking, etc.)
• Start/Pause — Start/Pause

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If the aerogril is purchased in 2023 or later, there is a high probability that the Russian language is not in it because of sanctions, in which case official Russification is unlikely, and only informal methods remain.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions