Robot vacuum pairing fails after a password change

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The saved network password may simply be out of date. Reconnect the robot using its Wi-Fi setup process before considering a full factory reset.

Start with these checks

  1. Confirm the new password on another device without revealing it in support screenshots.
  2. Check that the phone is connected to the intended home network.
  3. Follow the exact model's Wi-Fi reset procedure and retry pairing close to the router.

What this looks like at home

A password manager may insert a trailing space when copied; entering the credentials carefully can resolve an otherwise puzzling failure.

Check the exact model’s network requirements

Check What matters
Band support Read the model requirement before changing router settings.
Coverage Check reception where the dock normally sits.
Permissions Allow only the official app permissions needed for setup.

A mistake to avoid

Do not post Wi-Fi passwords or router admin details in public troubleshooting threads.

Buy a part only after identifying the cause

Check the exact model and part reference before buying. If cleaning resolves the problem, a replacement may be unnecessary.

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What the result tells you

After reconnecting, check that existing schedules still target the intended rooms. A network change should not prompt you to recreate every routine unless the documented reconnection process actually removed them.

Related guidance

Sources and scope

Checked on 9 September 2026. Manufacturer instructions apply to the models they name; use your own exact manual for button sequences, removable parts and cleaning permissions. Product specifications are advertised claims. Examples illustrate decisions and are not hands-on test results.

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