Brand: HITACHI
Category: Refrigerator
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Manual for R-S31SVH
Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 8 p.m.
Warranty Information
Please contact your dealer or Hitachi Service Center for any service requirements.
Use and Care Instructions
This manual provides instructions for your new HITACHI Refrigerator-Freezer.
Key Sections Include:
- Safety Suggestions: Important guidelines for safe usage.
- Installation: How to properly install and set up your refrigerator.
- Temperature Control: Adjusting settings for fresh food and freezer compartments.
- Automatic Ice Maker: Instructions for using and maintaining the ice maker.
- Food Storage: Tips for optimal food preservation.
- Cleaning & Maintenance: How to clean and care for your refrigerator.
- Troubleshooting: Solutions for common issues.
- Power Failure/Vacationing: Advice for when electricity is out or you are away.
Please read this manual carefully before using your refrigerator to ensure maximum benefit.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| Issue | Possible Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| The refrigerator does not run. | Check power supply, cord connection, fuse, or circuit breaker. | Ensure outlet is functional, cord is plugged in firmly, and fuses/breakers are okay. |
| Food temperature is too warm. | Temperature dial setting, overcrowded shelves, direct sunlight, frequent door opening. | Adjust temperature dial, ensure proper air circulation, relocate from sunlight, minimize door opening. |
| Food in fresh food compartment freezes. | Temperature dial setting, improper food storage. | Adjust temperature dial, ensure food is not stored too close to the rear. |
| Refrigerator sounds noisy. | Weak floor, unstable installation, back touching wall. | Ensure floor is stable, refrigerator is installed firmly, and there is space between the back and the wall. |
| Moisture condenses on exterior. | High humidity. | Wipe cabinet with a cloth; this is normal in humid conditions. |
| Moisture condenses in refrigerator. | Frequent door opening, high humidity. | Minimize door opening, allow moisture to dissipate with door closed. |
| Lamp does not light. | Lamp is loose. | Check if the lamp is loose; may become loose due to heat. |
| Ice cannot be made. | Water tank not set correctly, no water, 'Temporary stop' or 'Stop' mode engaged, freezer not cool enough, door left open, object in ice cube box. | Ensure tank is set correctly, filled with water, and ice making is not in stop mode. Allow time for cooling, keep door closed, and remove obstructions. |
| Amount of ice made is too small. | Frequent door opening, too much food, 'Temporary stop' or 'Stop' mode engaged. | Minimize door opening, avoid overcrowding, ensure ice making is active. |
| Ice smells bad. | Old water in tank, dirty tank/filter, strong-smelling food not wrapped. | Replace water, clean tank/filter, wrap odorous foods properly. |
| Ice cubes melted or too small. | Frequent door opening, door left open, power failure, old ice cubes. | Minimize door opening, ensure continuous power, use older ice cubes first. |
| Ice cubes stuck together. | Ice cube box overfilled. | Do not overfill the ice cube box. |