Brand: HITACHI
Category: Refrigerator
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Available Languages: EN , ES
Manual for R-SG32KPH
Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 9:03 p.m.
Warranty Information
Refer to retailer or service center for warranty details, as it is not specified in this manual.
Refrigerator Operation Summary
Preparation for Use:
- Installation: Ensure the refrigerator is placed on a rigid, level floor with adequate ventilation (5 cm top, 5 cm rear, 1 cm sides). Use between 10°C to 43°C room temperature. Ground the refrigerator. Adjust leveling legs.
- Beginning: Clean the interior with a soft cloth. Connect to a dedicated outlet. Allow several hours for cooling before storing food (up to 24 hours in high ambient temperatures).
- Food Storage: Keep adequate space between food for air circulation. Cool food before storing. Do not block cold air vents. Use wraps or sealed containers to prevent drying and odor transfer.
Operation:
- Control Panel: Use the touch panel to adjust settings. Close the door before changing settings.
- Temperature Adjustment: Adjust refrigerator and freezer compartment temperatures using the control panel (Max, Mid, Min settings).
- Other Functions: Features include Quick Freezing, Energy Saving mode, Door Alarm, Child Lock, 'eco' Operation indicator, and Tank Empty indicator for the ice maker.
- Automatic Ice Maker: Fill the water tank with potable water. Clean the tank weekly. Turn the ice maker on/off via the control panel. Allow 24 hours for the first ice production.
Maintenance:
- Cleaning: Unplug the refrigerator, remove food, and clean the interior and exterior with a soft cloth and mild detergent. Clean door gaskets.
- Troubleshooting: Check common issues like the refrigerator not getting cold, freezing, odors, noise, or control panel not responding. Refer to the troubleshooting table for solutions.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| Problem | Things to check | Instructions | Page |
|---|---|---|---|
| The refrigerator does not get cold at all. | Is the refrigerator plugged in properly? | Check the fuse box for blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker. | 2 |
| The refrigerator does not get cold enough. | Is the refrigerator placed in the direct sunlight? | Do not install the refrigerator in a place where it may come in contact with sunlight. | 4 |
| Is the temperature set to "Min"? | Touch "Temperature control" button to mid or max. | 8 | |
| Is the food stored too much? | Keep enough space between food. | 4 | |
| Is the door slightly opened? | Should close the door firmly closed. | - | |
| Is the refrigerator placed near heat sources? | Do not install the refrigerator in a place where it may come in contact with heat sources. | 4 | |
| Has anything hot been placed in the refrigerator? | Make food cool enough before putting in the refrigerator | 4 | |
| Is the door opened and closed too frequently? | Do not open & close the door too frequently. | - | |
| Is the temperature set to "Max? | Touch "Temperature control" button to mid or min. | 8 | |
| Food in the refrigerator compartment freezes. | Do you place food with moisture or vegetables nearby the cold air vent? It will be frozen if it is placed nearby the cold air vent. | Keep enough space between food, Do not block the cold air vent. | 4 |
| Dew appears Outside | When the ambient humidity is too high, the door gasket may have dew. Please wipe it up with dry cloth. | See content " Dew or frost is generated". | 11-12 |
| Dew appears Inside | Please wipe it off with dry cloth and please check the details below. | See content " Dew or frost is generated". | 11-12 |
| The inside is smelling. | Is the door closed firmly? | Using food wrap or sealed containers. | 4 |
| The refrigerator is noisy | Make sure the refrigerator is installed firmly. Is the refrigerator touching the wall? | Should be install the refrigerator by following the preparing instruction manual. | 4 |
| The Control Panel does not respond: | Is "Child Lock" function activated? Is Refrigerator the compartment Door open? | See content "How to use the control panel" | 5-8 |
| The Control Panel is unlit. | Is there water or dirt on the Control Panel? Are you wearing gloves or applying a plaster? Touch directly with your finger. Are you touching a next button? Touch only one button at a time. Approximately 30 seconds after the end of operation, Indicator LEDs become unlit. | See content "How to use the control panel" | 5-8 |