- Confirm the purifier is powered on and ready for onboarding before reopening the app.ExpectedThe purifier is awake and ready to pair.
- Keep your phone within 1 to 2 metres of the purifier and connect the phone to the home 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network.ExpectedThe phone and purifier are on the expected pairing path.
- Close and reopen the AEG app, then retry onboarding without switching apps midway.ExpectedA clean retry starts the pairing flow again.
- If pairing still fails, restart the purifier, your phone, and the router once, then retry onboarding.ExpectedTemporary app or network state is cleared.
What AEG AX91-404 error code The Air Purifier Wi-Fi symbol is flashing, cannot connect to the Wi-Fi network means
AEG AX91-404 error code The Air Purifier Wi-Fi symbol is flashing, cannot connect to the Wi-Fi network indicates the unit cannot establish or keep a connection to your home Wi‑Fi. It can be caused by network settings, weak signal, temporary router issues, or app/setup errors.
- Wi‑Fi symbol on the purifier blinks continuously or flashes instead of staying solid.
- The purifier does not appear in the AEG app or shows as offline.
- Remote functions (app scheduling, status updates) fail even though the purifier runs locally.
- Temporary router or ISP interruption causing the purifier to lose network access.
- Phone and purifier on different Wi‑Fi networks or different frequency bands (2.4 GHz vs 5 GHz).
- Incorrect Wi‑Fi password entered during setup or a recent change to network credentials.
- Weak Wi‑Fi signal at the purifier's location or network settings blocking new devices (guest network isolation, MAC filtering).
- Confirm the purifier's indicator lights or setup state match the manufacturer onboarding instructions before retrying.ExpectedYou know the purifier is actually in pairing mode.
- Temporarily disable VPN, ad blocking, or network filtering on the phone during onboarding.ExpectedThe app can reach the purifier and router without extra filtering.
- Check that the router allows new devices on the main network and that guest isolation or MAC filtering is not blocking setup.ExpectedThe purifier is allowed to join the home network.
- If the app or manual provides a network-reset step for the purifier, run it once and restart onboarding from the beginning.ExpectedOld failed pairing state is cleared before the next attempt.
| Check | What to do | Expected result |
|---|---|---|
| Wi‑Fi network & password | Confirm SSID and password on your phone; re-enter password in app during setup. | Purifier connects and Wi‑Fi icon becomes steady. |
| Router frequency band | Ensure 2.4 GHz network is enabled and connect phone to it before setup. | Purifier finds network and pairs in the app. |
| Signal strength | Move purifier closer to the router and retry setup. | If connection works when close, consider repositioning or a Wi‑Fi extender. |
- Trying to connect while the phone is on a different network band (e.g., phone on 5 GHz, purifier requires 2.4 GHz).
- Assuming the household Wi‑Fi password is unchanged—recent password changes must be updated in the app.
- Using a guest network with isolation enabled, which prevents the purifier from communicating with the router or phone.
- Do not open or disassemble the purifier to access electronics — this voids warranty and may be unsafe.
- Do not share sensitive router admin credentials with untrusted parties; only change settings you understand.
- Always switch the purifier off and unplug before moving it to avoid tipping or electrical hazards.
- Only perform non-invasive network and app troubleshooting yourself; for internal repairs, contact AEG or an authorized service partner.
Contact AEG support if: you have followed all troubleshooting steps (router restart, purifier restart, app reinstallation, temporary proximity test, network checks) and the purifier still cannot connect; the purifier fails to obtain an IP address; or you suspect a hardware fault. Have your model (AX91-404), serial number, purchase date, and a description of steps already taken ready when you contact support.
- Keep router firmware and the AEG app up to date to avoid compatibility issues.
- Place the purifier where it receives a reliable Wi‑Fi signal or use a stable home network with reserved IPs for smart devices.
- Avoid frequent Wi‑Fi password changes or ensure you update device credentials promptly after changes.
Does the purifier require 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi during onboarding?
Should I factory reset the purifier immediately?
- https://support.aeg.co.uk/support-articles/article/the-air-purifier-wi-fi-symbol-is-flashing-cannot-connect-to-the-wi-fi-network
- https://www.aeg.de/vacuums-home-comfort/air-comfort/accessories/air-cleaner-filter/afdfrh4/
- https://www.aeg.de/accessories/accessories/air-filters/air-cleaner-filter/afdbth6/