How to Connect Friedrich One Cloud: A Comprehensive Guide

Summary

Connecting your Friedrich Kühl air conditioner to the Friedrich One Cloud platform is a straightforward process that allows you to control your unit remotely using your smartphone. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the step-by-step instructions, from installing the FriedrichLink Wi-Fi Adapter to configuring the FriedrichGo app and integrating your air conditioner with Home Assistant.

Installing the FriedrichLink Wi-Fi Adapter

1. Compatibility Check: Ensure that your Friedrich Kühl air conditioner is compatible with the FriedrichLink Wi-Fi Adapter. The adapter is designed to work with Friedrich Kühl air conditioners that have a control panel with a USB port.
2. Adapter Installation: Follow the detailed instructions provided with the FriedrichLink Wi-Fi Adapter to install it on your Friedrich Kühl air conditioner. This typically involves connecting the adapter to the control panel of your unit using the provided cable.
3. Adapter Placement: Position the FriedrichLink Wi-Fi Adapter in a location that ensures a strong and stable Wi-Fi connection. Avoid placing the adapter in areas with excessive interference or obstructions, as this can impact the wireless connectivity.
4. Adapter Configuration: Once the adapter is physically installed, you will need to configure it to connect to your home Wi-Fi network. To do this, press and hold the Wi-Fi button on the adapter until the LED light starts blinking, indicating that the adapter is in Wi-Fi connection mode.

Connecting to Wi-Fi

1. Smartphone Connection: Using your smartphone, connect to the Wi-Fi network named “FriedrichLink”. This network is created by the FriedrichLink Wi-Fi Adapter and allows you to configure the connection to your home Wi-Fi network.
2. Home Wi-Fi Network: After connecting to the “FriedrichLink” network, you will need to provide the credentials for your home Wi-Fi network. This will allow the adapter to establish a secure connection to your local network.
3. Adapter LED Indicator: Once the adapter is successfully connected to your home Wi-Fi network, the LED light on the adapter will stop blinking and remain solid, indicating a successful connection.
4. Troubleshooting: If you encounter any issues during the Wi-Fi connection process, ensure that your home Wi-Fi network is operating on the 2.4 GHz frequency band, as the FriedrichLink Wi-Fi Adapter does not support 5 GHz networks.

Configuring the FriedrichGo App

1. App Download: Download and install the FriedrichGo app on your smartphone. This app is available for both iOS and Android devices.
2. Account Creation: Follow the instructions in the FriedrichGo app to create a user account. This will allow you to manage and control your Friedrich Kühl air conditioner remotely.
3. Air Conditioner Addition: In the FriedrichGo app, add your Friedrich Kühl air conditioner by entering the serial number, which can be found on the label on the back of the unit.
4. App Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the FriedrichGo app’s user interface and features. Explore the various settings and options available to control your air conditioner, such as temperature adjustments, fan speed, and scheduling.

Integrating with Home Assistant

1. Home Assistant Installation: If you have a Home Assistant setup, you can integrate your Friedrich Kühl air conditioner with it to centralize your home automation and control.
2. Friedrich.py File: Download the friedrich.py file from the Home Assistant community forum post mentioned in the references. This file contains the necessary code to integrate your Friedrich Kühl air conditioner with Home Assistant.
3. File Placement: Copy the friedrich.py file to the /config/custom_components directory in your Home Assistant installation.
4. Configuration.yaml Editing: Edit your Home Assistant’s configuration.yaml file and add the necessary configuration for the Friedrich Kühl air conditioner integration, as specified in the comments at the top of the friedrich.py file.
5. Home Assistant Restart: After making the necessary changes to the configuration.yaml file, restart your Home Assistant instance to apply the changes and enable the Friedrich Kühl air conditioner integration.
6. Integration Verification: Once Home Assistant is restarted, you should be able to see your Friedrich Kühl air conditioner listed in the Home Assistant user interface, allowing you to control and monitor it alongside your other smart home devices.

By following these detailed steps, you can successfully connect your Friedrich Kühl air conditioner to the Friedrich One Cloud platform and take advantage of the remote control and monitoring capabilities offered by the FriedrichGo app and Home Assistant integration.

References

1. FriedrichLink Kühl Wi-Fi Adapter Install – YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=emeusGHvJ1Y
2. Friedrich Kuhl Wi-Fi (KWIFI) integration? – Hardware https://community.home-assistant.io/t/friedrich-kuhl-wi-fi-kwifi-integration/58712
3. FriedrichLink Install 08-19-2012 – Web 92.mp4 – YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jnWlNf7BbUM
4. FriedrichGo app – How to Connect – YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2cq_JpNl0-0
5. FriedrichLink Install SiteVersion95 – YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=un6fgHsC79s