Hitachi Window & Split AC RAW318KUD, RAW518KUD & RAU518HTD Replacement Remote by Woniry

This Woniry replacement remote works with Hitachi window air conditioners (1 ton, 1.5 ton, 2 ton) and split AC units sold in India from 2010 onward. It covers models like RAW318KUD, RAW518KUD, RAC518KSD, RAU518HTD, RAS-D10CD, RAS-E18CJ, and dozens of similar codes.

What you get: one IR remote. Two AAA batteries are not included. No instruction sheet in the box because setup takes five seconds.

Pop in two AAA batteries (not included). Point at the AC indoor unit sensor and press a button. That is the whole setup.

Buttons on this remote: power, mode (cool / heat / fan / dry), temperature up and down, fan speed, swing (vertical and horizontal on some models), timer on/off, sleep mode, turbo / jet cool, and display on/off. The exact button layout matches the original Hitachi design, so your muscle memory still works.

One honest note: Hitachi changed their remote protocol around 2008. If you have a very old model from before 2008 (the ones with chunky grey cases and amber LED displays), this remote may not respond. Models from 2010 onward use the newer IR code and work fine. If you are unsure, check the model sticker on the indoor unit. Anything starting with RA- and manufactured after 2009 is good.

Range is about 8 to 10 meters in a clear line of sight. Battery life is roughly 8 to 10 months with average daily use. The remote shell is ABS plastic, not rubberised, so it survives a few drops but will crack if you sit on it.

[[FAQ]]
Q: Will this work with my Hitachi inverter split AC?
A: Yes, as long as the model is from 2010 or later. Most inverter models (RAU, RAS series) use the same IR protocol.

Q: Does it have the 'I Feel' or 'Follow Me' button?
A: No. This is the standard layout. If your original had a temperature sensor in the remote (I Feel function), this replacement does not include that feature.

Q: My AC is 10 years old. Will it still work?
A: If it is a 2010 to 2014 model, yes. Pre-2008 models may not respond because Hitachi used a different IR frequency back then.

Q: How long does shipping take?
A: Ships from Ahmedabad within one business day. Delivery is typically 3 to 5 days across India.

Q: Can I use this for a Hitachi window AC and a split AC in different rooms?
A: Yes, if both are Hitachi and from the compatible year range. One remote can control multiple Hitachi ACs if you point it at each unit.