Review on Hitachi 1.5 Ton. Quadricool(RAV019EKD)
I replaced my old National 1.5 ton AC with Hitachi Quadricool. Having used Carrier, National previously, I knew what quality means and therefore set aside LG, Samsang, etc.
I limited myself to choose from O General and Hitachi. Before, I mention the reasons for buying Hitachi, let me mention few points about O General.
O General: This AC is very robust.
Pros:
-Unprofessional dealer and matching officers of O General.
Cons: -Dated looks.
-Digital operation is relatively new.
-The Main Dealer in Goa is not keen in selling O General Window AC.(Selection of dealer is not proper)
Technologically, the digital operation is relatively new in General. The sleep mode resets in case of power failure and needs to be restarted after power restores(Personally did not verify it. Based on user’s feedback).
Auto Service – Consumex which is a main dealer in Goa for “O General” does not recommend buying it and instead recommends buying a split LG. However, knowing General, I still placed an order for 1.5 Ton AC which they promised to be delivered within a five days. After about 20 days, due to frustration of not delivering it, cancelled the order.(I can share the detailed email conversation if anyone wants it)
The funniest reason given for delay by Mr. Jaffer(Manager Sales) of “O General”, Bangalore is as a dispatch clerk is on leave. Too un-professional isn’t it?.
Hitachi: Left with no choice, decided to buy Hitachi. Fitted at home the next day of the order. This was blessing in disguise!.
Pros:
-Really Beautiful( Bi series). Stunning dual air flow.
-Super silent. I have to actually see green compressor icon on the display to know if it is running.
-Kaimin type of facility is a must for any AC’s if you don’t want to be chilled in the morning.(visit Hitachi site to know more)
-There are several modes available for your comfort.
-Highly efficient.
Cons:
-Remote operation is too technical. User Manual is insufficient to understand all the operations. When ever time permits, I still try to fiddle with remote to see the effects.
-Controls on AC unit are limited. Better be careful to protect your remote.(BTW, this is also the case with other digitally operated AC’s)
-Installation in Goa is done by dealers who are not trained in Hitachi AC’s and cannot expect much from them.
When, the AC was unpacked, the remote was missing. The dealer provided it after about 3 days. The person who installed AC did not know that a wooden block below the compressor has to be removed(Part of packing).
Over all after about 6 months of usage, I am satisfied with Hitachi.
Being quietest I strongly recommend for bedroom.