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Arçelik Hitachi Home Appliances Sales (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.

R-HW540WS New

Made in Japan
540L
Vacuum Compartment

Colour


  • Crystal Black

  • Crystal Light Gold

  • Crystal White

Features

Vacuum-sealed for
Freshness

Platinum Catalyst with Ruthenium Vacuum Compartment

The secret to longer-lasting freshness is reduced oxygen levels. Hitachi’s original preservation extracts air to maintain approx. 0.8 atm* of vacuum preservation. With unique Platinum Catalyst, chilled meat, fish and dairy products are kept fresh and nutritious,
and ready to cook.

* Vacuum is a state of lower pressure than atmospheric pressure. The pressure inside vacuum compartment is approximately 0.8 atmospheres, which is lower than atmospheric pressure, so Hitachi calls it a vacuum.

Vacuum Compartment

Nutrition Retention

Increasing food fresh longevity with a vacuumed environment*1 which prevents oxidation and supports nutrient retention.

DHA Value in Mackerel Stored after 7 Days*2

Initial Value
0.84g/100g

100%

Refrigerator
Compartment

69%

Vacuum
Compartment

73%

*1 Vacuum is a state of lower pressure than atmospheric pressure.
The pressure inside Vacuum Compartment is approximately 0.8 atmospheres, which is lower than atmospheric pressure, so Hitachi calls it a vacuum.
*2 Tested by Hitachi. Tested Model : R-GWC670TC(equivalent performance to R-HW620/HW540WS).
Comparison between refrigerator compartment and Vacuum Compartment. The effect may differ depending on food types, condition, and quantity and does not extend the best-before or expiration date.

Vacuum Compartment

Nutrition Retention

A vacuumed environment*1 suppress oxidization and supports nutrients inside the food.

Vitamin C Value in Kiwi
Stored after 7 Days*2

Initial Value
161.7mg/100g

100%

Normal
Chilled Room

52%

Vacuum
Compartment

63%

*1 Vacuum is a state of lower pressure than atmospheric pressure.
The pressure inside vacuum compartment is approximately 0.8 atmospheres, which is lower than atmospheric pressure, so Hitachi calls it a vacuum.
*2 Tested by Hitachi. R-GWC670TC(equivalent performance to R-HW620/HW540WS). Tested model for normal chilled room: R-K40H.
The effect may differ depending on types or freshness of food stored and does not extend to best-before and expiration dates.

Vacuum Compartment

Freshness Preservation

Protecting the freshness of food without freezing at approximately -1°C. No freezing or wrapping required. Enjoy ingredients fresher for longer.

Approx. 3.6% pt fresher*

Tuna Stored after 3 Days

Vacuum Compartment : 19.5%
Initial Value : 10.6%

Approx. 22.2% pt fresher*

Chicken Tenderloin Stored after 7 Days

Vacuum Compartment : 59.9%
Initial Value : 42.4%

* Tested by Hitachi. Tested model: R-GWC670TC(equivalent performance to R-HW620/HW540WS). K-value is an indication of freshness. The lower the value, the fresher the item. K-value of 20% or higer is not suitable for eating raw and K-value of 60% or higher is not suitable for consumption. The effect may differ depending on types or freshness of food stored and does not extend to best-before and expiration dates.

Vacuum Compartment

Freshness Preservation

Protecting the freshness of food without freezing at approximately -1°C. No freezing or wrapping required. Enjoy ingredients fresher for longer.

Approx. 3.6% pt
fresher*

Tuna
Stored after 3 Days

Vacuum
Compartment : 19.5%

Initial Value : 10.6%

Approx. 22.2% pt
fresher*

Chicken Tenderloin Stored after 7 Days

Vacuum
Compartment : 59.9%

Initial Value : 42.4%

* Tested by Hitachi. Tested model: R-GWC670TC(equivalent performance to R-HW620/HW540WS). K-value is an indication of freshness. The lower the value, the fresher the item. K-value of 20% or higer is not suitable for eating raw and K-value of 60% or higher is not suitable for consuption. The effect may differ depending on types or freshness of food stored and does not extend to best-before and expiration dates.

Vacuum Compartment

Flavour Preservation

Preserve original flavour by minimising the drips, and texture by making the cells hard to break.

Tuna Stored after 3 Days*

Drip Loss
1.73g / 100g

Freezer Compartment (Natural Thaw for 3 hours)

Drip Loss
0.51g / 100g

Vacuum Compartment

* Tested by Hitachi. Tested model: R-GWC670TC(equivalent performance to R-HW620/HW540WS). Room temperature set at approx. 20℃ and without door opening/closing. The effect may differ depending on food types, condition, and quantity and does not extend the best-before or expiration date.

Vacuum Compartment

Flavour Preservation

Preserve original flavour by minimising the drips, and texture by making the cells hard to break.

Tuna Stored after 3 Days*

Drip Loss
1.73g / 100g

Freezer Compartment(Natural Thaw for 3 hours)

Drip Loss
0.51g / 100g

Vacuum Compartment

* Tested by Hitachi. Tested model: R-GWC670TC(equivalent performance to R-HW620/HW540WS). Room temperature set at approx. 20℃ and without door opening/closing. The effect may differ depending on food types, condition, and quantity and does not extend the best-before or expiration date.

Vacuum Compartment

Flavour Preservation

Preserve the original flavour by retaining moisture without the need for troublesome wrapping.

Cheese Stored after 3 Days*

Normal Chilled Room

(Direct Cooling)

Vaccum Compartment

(In-direct Cooling)

* Tested by Hitachi.
Tested model for Vacuum Compartment: R-GWC670TC (equivalent performance to R-HW620/HW540WS).
Tested model for Normal Chilled Room: R-K40H. Room temperature set at approx. 20°C and without door opening/closing. The effect may differ depending on food types, condition, and quantity and does not extend the best-before or expiration date. It is recommended to wrap foods with strong odours or those that easily absorb odours.

Vacuum Compartment

Quick Seasoning

Vacuum technology by Hitachi reduces oxygen levels to maintain approx. 0.8 atmospheric pressure enabling food to be marinated faster, leaving you with more time to savour your meals.

Marinated Seasoning

Rehydration

* Tested by Hitachi.
Tested model: R-GWC670TC (equivalent performance to R-HW620/HW540WS). Penetration rates may differ depending on food seasoning used.

Vacuum-sealed for Freshness
Platinum Catalyst with Ruthenium Vacuum Compartment

The secret to long-lasting freshness is reduced oxygen levels. Hitachi’s original preservation extracts air to maintain approx. 0.8 atm* of vacuum preservation. With unique Platinum Catalyst, chilled meat, fish and dairy products are kept fresh and nutritious, and ready.

* Vacuum is a state of lower pressure than atmospheric pressure. The pressure inside vacuum compartment is approximately 0.8 atmospheres, which is lower than atmospheric pressure, so Hitachi calls it a vacuum.
* Image is for illustrative purposes only. Vacuum compartment size and designs are differ by models.

Approx. 2°C*2 Moisture Air Keeps Food Fresh

Moisture Cooling*1

Chills entire refrigerator compartment to retain flavour and freshness. Maintain ingredient freshness by suppressing bacterial growth.

* Image is for illustrative purposes only and uses different model.​
*1 Moisture cooling is not applicable for door pockets. Factory setting will be Moisture Cooling “ON”. When the Moisture Cooling is ON, the total power consumption is increased by approx.5%.
*2 For when the room temperature is stable and the room temperature is approx. 32°C.
*3 Approximately 400 g of leaf salad (without wrap) stored for 24 hours. Room temperature about 20°C, no door open/close. The humidity inside the cabinet is the average humidity of the shelf space. Humidity depends on the amount of storage in the refrigerator compartment, the food (type, condition, and amount of food), the number of times the refrigerator door is open/close, and the operating conditions.

2°C Moisture Cooling

Freshness Retention

High humidity keeps the salad fresh without wrapping by suppressing dehydration and discolouration.

For your Cooked Items

Approx. 2°C*1 of chilled temperature suppress the activities of bacteria*2 so the cooked item stays fresh and delicious.

For your Salads

High humidity keeps the salad fresh without wrapping by suppressing dehydration and discolouration.

* Factory setting will be Moisture Cooling “ON”. When the Moisture Cooling is ON, the total power consumption is increased by approx.5%.
*1 Tested by Hitachi. Moisture cooling is not applicable for door pockets. For when the room temperature is stable and the room temperature is approx. 32°C.
*2 Tested by Hitachi. The effect may differ depending on conditions and the amount of food stored.

2°C Moisture Cooling

Suppresses Dehydration & Discolouration

High humidity keeps the salad fresh without wrapping by suppressing dehydration and discolouration.

Salad Stored after 1 Day*1

With Moisture Cooling

Without Moisture Cooling

Salad Stored after 1 Day*1

Humidity refrigerator comp.
Approx. 81%
With Moisture Cooling

Humidity refrigerator comp.
Approx. 59%
Without Moisture Cooling

*1 Tested by Hitachi. Tested model for Moisture Cooling: R-HXCC62X(equivalent performance to R-HW620/HW540,HV490WS). Tested model for without Moisture Cooling:R-XG56J. The effect may differ depending on the type and freshness of food.

2°C Moisture Cooling

Quick Cooling

Cools down food and drink quickly by increasing the amount of cold air for a certain period.

For Pre-Cooking

Cools down the pre-cooking items faster to shorten the cooking time.

For Drinks

Cools beverages faster.

* Tested by Hitachi. By default, “Quick Cooling” is turned off. Activating this feature increases energy use by approx. 8%.
It can operate regardless of the refrigerator temperature settings.

2°C Moisture Cooling

For Pre-Cooking

Cools down the pre-cooking items faster to shorten the cooking time.

For Drinks

Cools beverages faster.

* Tested by Hitachi. By default, “Quick Cooling” is turned off. Activating this feature increases energy use by approx. 8%. It can operate regardless of the refrigerator temperature settings.

Aero-care Vege Compartment with Platinum Catalyst

The uniquely-designed compartment sustains freshness and nutrients of the vegetables and fruits with Platinum Catalyst. In addition, the improved airtight seal of compartment increases and controls humidity.*

* Image is for illustrative purposes only and uses different model.
* Tested by Hitachi. Tested model R-HXCC62X(equivalent performance to R-HW620/HW540,HV490WS).When storing approx. 1.8kg of vegetables in the Aero-care Vege Compartment (Lower case) at a room temperature of approx. 20°C for 10 days without wrapping or opening/closing the door, the humidity inside the refrigerator will be 62-96%. Humidity varies depending on the amount and type of food being stored, freshness, and operating conditions of the refrigerator. The effect may differ depending on food types, condition, and quantity.

Aero-care Vege Compartment

Freshness and Nutrition of Vegetables & Fruits

Under the power of a Platinum Catalyst, food achieves amazing results. The increased carbon dioxide controls vegetable respiration, suppresses the loss of nutrients, and keeps the vegetables freshness longer.

1st Day

After 10 Days

1st Day

After 10 Days

Moisture Retention in Spinach Stored after 10 Days*

Approx. 89%

Aero-care Vege Compartment
with Platinum Catalyst

Approx. 77%

Non Aero-care Vege Compartment

* Tested by Hitachi. Tested model for Aero-care Vege Compartment: R-HXCC62X(equivalent performance to R-HW620/HW540,HV490WS).Tested model for Without Aero-care Vege Compartment: R-H54V. The effect may differ depending on food types, condition, and quantity and does not extend the best-before or expiration date.

Aero-care Vege Compartment

Freshness and Nutrition of Vegetables & Fruits

Under the power of a Platinum Catalyst, food achieves amazing results. The increased carbon dioxide controls vegetable respiration, suppresses the loss of nutrients, and keeps the vegetables freshness longer.

Vitamin retention approx. 10% pt up*

Initial Value
63.1mg/100g

100%

Without Aero-care Vege
Compartment

85.8%

With Aero-care Vege
Compartment

96.1%

Initial Value 42.7mg/100g

100%

Without Aero-care Vege
Compartment

85.8%

With Aero-care Vege
Compartment

96.1%

* Tested by Hitachi. Vitamin C compared after 10 days. Tested model for Aero-care Vege Compartment: R-HXCC62X(equivalent performance to R-HW620/HW540,HV490WS). Tested model for Without Aero-care Vege Compartment: R-H54V. The effect may differ depending on food types, condition, and quantity and does not extend the best-before or expiration date.

Delicious Freezing*

A dedicated temperature sensor detects the temperature of the Delicious Freezing space, automatically switches the operation, and quickly freezes the food.


Aluminium Tray and Sensor Helps Automatically Delicious Freeze

Aluminium tray helps food temperature pass quickly through “Maximum Ice Crystal Formation Zone (-1°C to -5°C )” and freezes food faster. This can suppress the growth of ice crystals and suppress damage to the food cells.

* Tested by Hitachi.
* Image is for illustrative purposes only and uses different model.

Flex Freeze

Organize Your Freezer Storage Space.
Top Case : For stocking flat items, and home freezing items.
Mid Case : For stocking frequently used items and leftovers.
Bottom Case : For stocking up bulk bought frozen foods and large items.
Vertical Storage Space : For stocking 500ml plastic bottles

Delicious Freezing*

A dedicated temperature sensor detects the temperature of the Delicious Freezing space, automatically switches the operation, and quickly freezes the food.


Aluminium Tray and Sensor Helps Automatically Delicious Freeze

Aluminium tray helps food temperature pass quickly through “Maximum Ice Crystal Formation Zone (-1°C to -5°C )” and freezes food faster. This can suppress the growth of ice crystals and suppress damage to the food cells.

* Tested by Hitachi.

Delicious Freezing

Flex Freeze

Organize Your Freezer Storage Space.
Top Case : For stocking flat items, and home freezing items.
Mid Case : For stocking frequently used items and leftovers.
Bottom Case : For stocking up bulk bought frozen foods and large items.
Vertical Storage Space : For stocking 500ml plastic bottles

* Image is for illustrative purposes only and uses different model.

Delicious Freezing

Seals in Flavours of Meat and Fish

When the temperature sensor detects the temperature of hot food, it will automatically switch the setting and freeze it very quickly to past the maximum ice crystal formation zone. Quick freezing reduces the ice crystal size and suppress the drip loss, thus sealing in flavours of meat and fish.

Lamb Stored after 10 Days*

Drip Loss
0.45g / 100g

Delicious Freezing
(Natural Thaw for 4 Hours)

Drip Loss
0.76g / 100g

Regular Freezing
(Natural Thaw for 4 Hours)

* Tested by Hitachi. Tested model for Delicious Freezing : R-GWC670TC(equivalent performance to R-HW620/HW540, HV490WS). Comparison between Regular Freezing(Lower freezer /mid-case) and Delicious Freezing(Lower freezer/Top-case). The effect may differ depending on food types, freshness, packaging condition, and thawing method and does not extend the best-before, expiration date.

Delicious Freezing

Reduces Nutritional Loss in Vegetables

When the Temperature Sensor detects the temperature of hot food, it will automatically switch the setting and freeze it very quickly to past the maximum ice crystal formation zone. This greatly reduces the loss of vitamin C.

Vitamin C Content
of Broccoli*

(mg/100g)

Raw Broccoli
Initial Value

87.3mg

Regular Freezing

43.8mg

Delicious Freezing

48.9g

(mg/100g)

Raw Broccoli Initial Value

87.3mg

Regular Freezing

43.8mg

Delicious Freezing

48.9mg

* Tested by Hitachi. Tested model for Delicious Freezing : R-GWC670TC(equivalent performance to R-HW620/HW540, HV490WS). Comparison between Regular Freezing(Lower freezer /mid-case) and Delicious Freezing(Lower freezer/Top-case). The effect may differ depending on food types, freshness, packaging condition, and thawing method and does not extend the best-before, expiration date.

Suppress the formation of frost and keeps food from drying out

Frost Suppress(top, middle case)

by simply placing items without needing to press any buttons.

Salmon fillets Stored after 28 Days*1

Regular Freezing

(Bottom Freezer Bottom case)

Frost Suppress

(Bottom Freezer Mid case)

Ice popsicle Stored after 28 Days*2

Regular Freezing

(Bottom Freezer Bottom case)

Frost Suppress

(Bottom Freezer Mid case)

* Tested by Hitachi. Tested model: R-HXCC62X(equivalent performance to R-HW620/HW540, HV490WS). Comparison between lower freezer mid case(Frost suppress, ■■ temperature setting) and lower freezer bottom case(Regular freezing, ■■ temperature setting). Testing conditions: room temperature approximately 20℃ and without door opening/closing. The effect may differ on the food types, condition, quantity, and packaging condition of the food.*1 *2
*1 Salmon fillets were wrapped in plastic wrap and stored in the freezer. After storage, the fillets were unwrapped, photographed, and measured weight loss rate. Mid case: 1.2%, Bottom case: 1.8%.
*2 Unopened, individually packaged ice popsicles photographed after being removed from packaging.

Suppress the formation of frost and keeps food from drying out

Frost Suppress(top, middle case)

by simply placing items without needing to press any buttons.

Salmon fillets Stored after 28 Days*1

Regular Freezing

(Bottom Freezer Bottom case)

Frost Suppress

(Bottom Freezer Mid case)

* Tested by Hitachi. Tested model: R-HXCC62X(equivalent performance to R-HW620/HW540, HV490WS). Comparison between lower freezer mid case(Frost suppress, ■■ temperature setting) and lower freezer bottom case(Regular freezing, ■■ temperature setting). Testing conditions: room temperature approximately 20℃ and without door opening/closing. The effect may differ on the food types, condition, quantity, and packaging condition of the food.*1
*1 Salmon fillets were wrapped in plastic wrap and stored in the freezer. After storage, the fillets were unwrapped, photographed, and measured weight loss rate. Mid case: 1.2%, Bottom case: 1.8%.

Frost Suppress (top, middle case)

Suppress the formation of frost and keeps food from drying out

Frost Suppress(top, middle case)

by simply placing items without needing to press any buttons.

Ice popsicle Stored after 28 Days*2

Regular Freezing

(Bottom Freezer Bottom case)

Frost Suppress

(Bottom Freezer Mid case)

* Tested by Hitachi. Tested model: R-HXCC62X(equivalent performance to R-HW620/HW540, HV490WS). Comparison between lower freezer mid case(Frost suppress, ■■ temperature setting) and lower freezer bottom case(Regular freezing, ■■ temperature setting). Testing conditions: room temperature approximately 20℃ and without door opening/closing. The effect may differ on the food types, condition, quantity, and packaging condition of the food.*2
*2 Unopened, individually packaged ice popsicles photographed after being removed from packaging.

Frost Suppress (top, middle case)

Suppress the formation of frost

and keeps food from drying out by simply placing items without needing to press any buttons.

top case surrounding air

Suppress the formation of frost by cooling food from top and bottom.

When food is cooled from both the top and bottom, its temperature decreases more than when cooled just from the top. This reduces the temperature difference between the food and the cooler surrounding air, making moisture less likely to escape and suppress frost and dryness.

temperature difference

Frost Suppress (top, middle case)

Suppress the formation of frost

and keeps food from drying out by simply placing items without needing to press any buttons.

top case surrounding air

Frost Suppress (top, middle case)

Suppress the formation of frost by cooling food from top and bottom.

When food is cooled from both the top and bottom, its temperature decreases more than when cooled just from the top. This reduces the temperature difference between the food and the cooler surrounding air, making moisture less likely to escape and suppress frost and dryness.

temperature difference

Energy Saving Technology VIP*

Vacuum Insulation Panel

VIP is a thin vacuum-insulated panel with extremely high heat insulation performance. This can reduce the thickness of insulation and keep the thermal conductivity low.

* The position number and shape of the VIPs used vary depending on the model.
* Image is for illustrative purpose only and uses different model.

* The position number and shape of the VIPs used vary depending on the model.
* Image is for illustrative purpose only and uses different model.

Flexible Design

Shelves and Pockets with Adjustable Height

The tempered glass shelves and the door pockets
can be adjusted to match the size of the food items
and your needs.

* Image is for illustrative purpose only and uses different model.

Tech Spec

Model Name R-HW540WS
Volume (L) Total : 540
Refrigerator Compartment : 278
Freezer Compartment(Upper + Lower + Ice) : 159
Vegetable Compartment : 103
Cooling System Independent Cooling System
Inverter Compressor
Refrigerant : R600a
Vacuum Insulation Material (VIP)
Refrigerator Compartment Vacuum Compartment :
Platinum Catalyst with Ruthenium -1℃
Moisture Cooling
LED Lighting
Tempered Glass Shelf
Height Adjustable Pockets
Height Adjustable Shelves
Automatic Ice Making Compartment Independent Ice Storage
Quick Ice Making
Automatic Cleaning Function
Water Filter
Stop Ice Making
Signal for Water Supply
Lower Freezer Compartment Aluminum Tray (Top)
Delicious Freezing (Top)
Frost Suppress (Top and Mid case)
3-layer Freezer Case
Vegetable Compartment Aero-care Vege Compartment (lower case)
2-layer Vegetable Case
Other Features Triple Deodorisation Filter
Lifestyle Memory Control
Energy Saving Mode
Control Panel (Touch Screen Controller)
Flat Back (No clearance required on the back side)
Door-Opened Alarm:​
Refrigerator Compartment​
Ice Making Compartment​
Lower Freezer Compartment
Weight (kg) 118
Dimensions (WxHxD) (mm) 650 x 1,833 x 699
Body Colour Crystal Black (XK)
Crystal White (XW)
Crystal Light Gold (XN)
Specifications and designs are subject to change without notice.
Colour tone of actual products may differ from those shown on the websıte.