Connection of Xiaomi aerogrill to the network and smartphone: instructions with photos and tips

What you will need before you start

Xiaomi aerogrilis are not just kitchen appliances, they're full-fledged smart home ecosystem devices, and connecting them takes more steps than a regular oven: synchronizing with the Mi Home app, setting up Wi-Fi, and sometimes even updating the firmware. But don't worry, the process is intuitive if you know the nuances.

In this article, we will analyze all the ways of connecting (via application, manually, using voice), consider typical errors (for example, code). err_102 When synchronizing, and give you tips on how to optimize work. And if you have a model Xiaomi Mi Smart Air Fryer Pro or Deerma Air Fryer (released under the brand Xiaomi) - here you will also find the current instructions.

Before you start, check:

• 📱 Smartphone on Android 8.0+ or iOS 12+ (Older versions of the OS do not support the latest version of Mi Home).
• 📶 Stable 2.4GHz Wi-Fi (Xiaomi aerogrils do not work with 5GHz!).
• ⚡ Grounded socket (required for models with power) >1800 W).
• 🔋 Smartphone charge >30% (the application can close when the battery level is low during synchronization).

Step 1: Install Mi Home and register your account

Without the Mi Home app (or Xiaomi Home for newer versions), the aerogrill will work like a regular oven — without remote controls, recipes or automatic modes. So the first step is to download and configure the software.

Download the application from official sources:

• 🤖 Google Play for Android (version no lower than 6.5.4).
• 🍎 App Store for iOS (version no lower than 6.4.0).

After installation:

1. Start Mi Home and select the region "Russia" (important for proper server operation!).
2. Sign up via email or phone number. Use real data -- account binding is needed to restore the device when reset.
3. Confirm your mail/phone through SMS letter.

⚠️ Note: If you have already used Xiaomi apps (such as Mi Fit), sign in with the same account.

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Before registering, check if yours is blocked. IP If Mi Home doesn't send it to China. SMS, try to use VPN with servers in Russia or Singapore.

Step 2: Preparing the aerogrill for the first switching

Before connecting to the network and the application, you need to physically prepare the device, and skipping this step can lead to synchronization errors or even breakage (for example, if you do not remove the transport locks).

Follow the following steps:

Special attention is paid to transport clamps, such as plastic or foam inserts that hold the internal parts (such as a fan) during transportation. In the Mi Smart Air Fryer Pro models, they are under a removable bottom cover.

Also check the complete set:

⚠️ Note: If the kit does not include a network cable (some Deerma Air Fryer batches do), do not use third-party wires! Aerogrill power reaches 1800-2000 watts, and poor-quality cable can melt.

Step 3: Connect to Wi-Fi and sync with Mi Home

Now, the most important step is connecting the air grill to your home network, where many users experience errors, so follow the instructions carefully.

Connection algorithm:

1. Put the aerogrill in the socket. The control panel should light up an indication (usually a blue or green LED).
2. Press the Wi-Fi button (or Sync on some models) for 5 seconds until the indicator flashes orange.
3. Open Mi Home, press. + → Add the device → Kitchen. → airgrill.
4. Select your model from the list (if there is none, select Another and enter the name manually).
5. The application will ask to connect to the temporary network of the air grill (the name will be type) XIAOMI-XXXX). Do it, then go back to Mi Home.
6. Select your 2.4GHz home network and enter your password.

If it's a success, the aerogrill will beep, and the app will have an icon of it, and you can start setting up.

Step 4: Set up aerogrill through the application

After a successful Wi-Fi connection, the aerogrill will appear mainly on the Mi Home menu.

• 📊 Select automatic modes (frying, baking, defrosting).
• ⏱ Set the timer and temperature remotely.
• 📱 Notification of completion of preparation.
• 🔄 Update the firmware (if a new version is available).

Let’s look at the key settings:

1. Choice of preparation mode

The Mode tab offers pre-configured programs:

• 🍟 Frie (180–200)°C, 15–25 min) for potatoes, wings.
• 🍗 Grilling (200–220)°C, 10–20 min – for meat and fish.
• 🍰 Baking (160-180)°C, 20-40 mins) - for cakes and cupcakes.
• ❄️ Defrosting (80-100)°C, 5-15 minutes).

For experienced users, a manual mode is available where you can set the temperature in 5 increments.°C and time to minute accuracy.

Voice control

Xiaomi aerogrilis are compatible with Alice (Yandex), Google Assistant and Siri (via Shortcuts).

• "Alice, turn on the aerogrill 180 degrees for 20 minutes."
• "OK Google, run Free mode on the air grill."

To set up voice control:

1. In Mi Home, go to Device Settings → Voice Assistant.
2. Choose the platform (Yandex, Google or Apple).
3. Follow the instructions for synchronizing accounts.

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Voice control works only when the air grill is actively connected to Wi-Fi. If the Internet goes down, commands will not be executed.

Step 5: Update the firmware and eliminate errors

Air grill firmware is responsible for stability, adding new modes and fixing bugs. 2023-2026 models (e.g. Mi Smart Air Fryer Pro) 2nd Gen) require an update immediately after connection, otherwise some functions, such as synchronization with Alice, may not work.

How to update firmware:

1. Open the air grill card in Mi Home.
2. Go to Settings → About the device → Update firmware.
3. If a new version is available, click Update and wait until it is completed (don’t turn off the air grill!).

Common mistakes and their solutions:

If the automatic update does not work, you can manually flash the aerogrill:

1. Download the latest firmware for your model from the official Xiaomi website.
2. Unpack the archive and place the.bin file in the root of the flash drive (FAT32).
3. Put the flash drive in. USB-Aerogrill port (if any) or use it OTG-adapter.
4. Press the Wi-Fi button for 10 seconds and the update will start.

⚠️ Attention: Do not interrupt the upgrade process! If the aerogrill turns off during firmware, it may stop responding to the buttons. + Wi-Fi for 15 seconds).

Step 6: Optimization and safety

To make the aerogrill serve long and cook more efficiently, follow these tips:

1. Positioning in the kitchen

• 📏 Minimum distance to walls and furniture - 10 cm (for ventilation).
• 🚫 Do not put under the hinged cabinets – hot air can warp them.
• 🔌 Use a grounded socket (especially for power models) >1800 W).

2. Care and cleaning

After each use:

• 🧽 Wash removable parts (basket, grille) with warm water with a soft detergent.
• 🧻 Wash the interior walls with a wet cloth (do not use abrasives!).
• 🔥 Start Self-Cleaning Mode (if any) once a month at 200°C. 10 minutes.

3. Electricity savings

Xiaomi’s aerogrils consume a lot of power, but there are ways to cut costs:

• ⏳ Use a timer – do not leave the device to work “by eye".
• 🔄 Freeze food in advance (Defrosting mode spends) ~1 kWh).
• 🍳 Cook in large portions - the lion's share of energy is spent on heating.

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If the aerogrill is heated for a long time, check the voltage in the socket (should be 220-230V). Low voltage increases the operating time and the risk of breakage.

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