Remote control of your Samsung dryer with SmartThings

Last Update date : Feb 14. 2024
Samsung Dryer managed using SmartThings app on a phone

Even when you're away, staying on top of your laundry is easy. With the SmartThings app on your smartphone or tablet, you can ensure your clothes are perfectly dried every time. This convenient tool lets you receive notifications, download new drying cycles, and maintain control over your laundry process with the Smart Control feature.

Note: This guide is specifically for Samsung dryers available in Canada. For a list of SmartThings-compatible dryers, please visit our website.

Enjoy the convenience of real-time notifications and updates about your dryer's progress by easily integrating it with the SmartThings app. Whether through a simple QR code scan or Bluetooth connectivity, setting up is straightforward and user-friendly.

1 Navigate to and open the SmartThings app on your phone.

Note: A Samsung Account is required. Samsung devices that already have a Samsung Account stored on them will use that account automatically. Otherwise, you can log into or create a Samsung Account by following the on-screen instructions in the app.

2 Tap the Devices tab, and then tap the Add icon (the plus sign).
3 Tap Scan QR code to scan an appliance's QR code (preferred method). Or, if the device uses Bluetooth, tap Scan nearby at the bottom of the screen.
A list of options to add devices to the SmartThings app

Note:If your device isn't detected, you can add it manually. Tap Add next to Samsung devices, and then select Dryer in the list. Finally, tap Add without QR code.

4 From there, follow the instructions to connect your device to SmartThings.
5 When connecting a Samsung Smart Appliance, you may be required to press a button on the appliance to turn on its smart features and complete the connection. It's similar to agreeing to the terms to use the smart features.

With certain models equipped with SmartThings, you gain access to exclusive drying cycles. If your model has a “Downloaded” cycle feature, you can use SmartThings to update it with cycles like Sanitize, Eco Normal, Small Load, and Wrinkle Away.

1 Open the SmartThings app, and then tap the Devices tab.Tap the Home icon. Navigate to your dryer's location and select your dryer.
Devices tab in the SmartThings app
2 Choose Download and select from a variety of options such as Towels, Sanitize, Shirts, Jeans, Wool, Eco Normal, Small Load, Low Temp., Rack Dry, and Wrinkle Away.

Note: Available cycles may vary depending on your specific model. For more detailed information, feel free to refer to your user manual.

3 Press the Power button on your dryer after selecting your preferred cycle.
4 Rotate the Cycle Selector to Downloaded, pick your downloaded cycle, and then press and hold Start/Pause (Hold to Start) to initiate the cycle.

Whether you're at work or out running errands, Smart Control lets you monitor your clothes' drying process remotely.

Note: Availability of Smart Control varies by dryer model. Consult your user manual for specific information.

Open the SmartThings app and tap the Home icon. Choose the location with your dryer and then select your dryer. The current status of your dryer, including the active cycle and estimated completion time, will be displayed.

A Samsung dryer is monitored via SmartThings app A Samsung dryer is monitored via SmartThings app

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