VINTAGE OWNER'S MANUALS, SERVICE MANUALS, BROCHURES AND PUBLICATIONS
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1980 Speed Queen Washers and Dryers Brochure
Here are the sales literature brochures for the very first Speed Queen perforated tub automatic washers and matching dryers. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Speed Queen |
1980 | 8 | 22mb | $5.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 4 hours |
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1973 Kenmore Washer Owners Manual - 700 Series
Here is the complete owners manual/operating instructions to the 700 series Kenmore automatic washer from approximately 1973. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kenmore |
1973 | 36 | 27mb | $5.99 |
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1958 Frigidaire Ultra-Clean Washers and Fabric-Master Dryers Brochure
Beautiful brochure showing off the Custom Imperial, Imperial and Deluxe models of 1958 Frigidaire Unimatic and Pulsamatic automatic washers, along with their matching Fabric Master Dryers. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1958 | 12 | 14mb | $5.99 |
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Appliance Manufacturer Magazine - January 1957
Appliance Manufacturer is a fun magazine to read for any collector or enthusiast of vintage appliances, electronics and other vintage home products. This highly entertaining magazine covered the design and manufacturing areas of Major Appliances, Small Appliances, Small Electrics, Radios, Televisions and other electric home products from the mid-20th century. A Progress Report On Whirlpool Unity of Purpose: An Introduction by Board Chairman Walter G Seeger An Interview on Policy with President Elisha Gray II Decentralization of the Manufacturing Operations An Interview on Finances with Vice President of Finance Mason Smith The 1957 Models of the Whirlpool Full Major Appliance Line An Interview with Vice President of RCA Whirlpool Sales John Hurley How the Whirlpool Organization Plan Works Specialized Machines Make the Combination Washer-Dryer Perforated Wash Tub Flexible Electrostatic System Applies Porcelain Enamel Employee Relations In Action at the Marion Division What Whirlpool Did to the Harvester Plant Product Development Committees Coordinate Department Efforts Design of the Month: RCA Whirlpool Imperial Refrigerator-Freezer Appliance Service Is Put In A New Perspective |
Trade Publications Published by: Appliance Manufacturer |
1957 | 132 | 63mb | $12.99 |
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The Maytag Dependables vs the Others
Here is a fascinating look at Maytag Washers and Dryers compared to the other leading brands: Maytag vs...
Whirlpool/Kenmore
GE/Hotpoint/JC Penny Frigidaire/White Westinghouse Speed Queen Topics include: Basic Maytag Automatic Washer Features Comparison of Capacity & Water Usage Washing Action Comparison Cabinet Finish Comparison Hinge Comparison Service Access Comparison Low Post Drive Drive System Comparison Hose Comparison Drum Finish Comparison Air Seal Comparison Rear Drum Support Comparison Front Drum Support Comparison Idler Pulley Comparison Belt Drive Comparison Door Insulation Comparison Heating Element Air Flow Comparison Also includes complete information on current models of the time with full specifications and control panel views. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Maytag |
1983 | 34 | 42mb | $5.99 |
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Westinghouse Front Loading Washer Owners Manual model L110
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to the Westinghouse Laundromat automatic washer, model L110. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1958 | 28 | 14mb | $5.99 |
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Westinghouse Dryer Owners Manual model D110
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to the Westinghouse Laundromat dryer, model L110. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Westinghouse |
1958 | 24 | 12mb | $5.99 |
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Westinghouse Dishwasher Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to all Westinghouse built-in roll-out drawer dishwashers from the late 1950's. |
Dishwashers Published by: Westinghouse |
1958 | 20 | 41mb | $5.99 |
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1966 Lady Kenmore Washer Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions the first key-board style push-button Lady Kenmore automatic washer. Also includes 800 Series washer. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kenmore |
1966 | 34 | 44mb | $6.99 |
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Maytag A606 Automatic Washer Operating Instructions and Laundering Guide
Complete operating instructions to Center Dial Maytag Washer model A606. Also included is the Laundering Guide that was packed with all Maytag washers of this era. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1974 | 32 | 35mb | $7.99 |
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General Electric Dispensall Operating Instructions and Users Guide
Complete operating instructions and perfomance/use and care guide to General Electric automatic washer model WWA8508. |
Automatic Washers Published by: General Electric |
1975 | 22 | 31mb | $5.99 |
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Frigidaire Cermaic Compact 30 Electric Range Service Manual
Service manual to Frigidaire Ceramic Cooktop and oven electric ranges. Models include: RBE-539C. Complete servicing instructions and wiring diagrams. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Frigidaire |
1974 | 39 | 33mb | $7.99 |
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Electrical Merchandising Magazine - April 1958
Electrical Merchandising is a fun magazine to read for any collector or enthusiast of vintage appliances, electronics and other vintage home products. This highly entertaining magazine covered the retail sales and merchandising areas of Major Appliances, Small Appliances, Small Electrics, Radios, Televisions and other electric home products from the mid-20th century. This was the Life and Look Magazine of the appliance world, in the same large size 10x13 format. |
Trade Publications Published by: Electrical Merchandising |
1958 | 162 | 97mb | $12.99 |
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1957 Hotpoint Dishwasher Owners Manual
Let's get acquainted with your new Hotpoint dishwasher book. Full owners manual and operating instructions to the 1957 Hotpoint impeller dishwsaher. |
Dishwashers Published by: Hotpoint |
1957 | 24 | 26mb | $5.99 |
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How to use your new General Electric Washer
Complete Operating Instructions and Use/Care guide to the top-of-the-line 1965 General Electric Automatic Washers. Models: WA-954Y and WA-959Y. |
19 | 1965 | 24 | 34mb | $5.99 |
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A Tale of a Tub
This is an absolutely adorable book produced by the Chicago Museum of Science and Industry for the Tale of a Tub exhibit by Maytag. Descriptions of the exhibit along with Dick and Jane style illustrations are included. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1958 | 20 | 34mb | $5.99 |
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Maytag Merchandiser 1978 Vol 3
Here is a fascinating magazine style publication by Maytag highlighting product features and sales literature. This issue includes: What 'ol Lonely has been up to Clean Clothes the Maytag Way, tells the story of why Maytag automatic washers clean clothes so well. Maytag Dishwasher TV tie-in ads Changes in Today's Fabrics News Shorts 1975 to 1978 Maytag Literature listing New Dryer Brochure plus more |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Maytag |
1978 | 24 | 48 mb | $5.99 |
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1958 General Electric Home Laundry Product Man
1958 General Electric Home Laundry Service Manual covering Automatic Washers, Dryers and Combination Washer/Dryers. GE's Product Man Service Manuals were produced monthly to keep service personnel up to date with new products, appliance specifications, appliance service instructions, troubleshooting procedures, older product repair and parts changes, installation instructions, customer complaints and recommendations, testing procedures, tools for repairs, wiring diagrams, timer charts, appliance history and evolution and other important information regarding their appliances. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: General Electric |
1958 | 79 | 48mb | $5.99 |
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1966 Frigidaire Coin-Operated Washer Service and Parts Manual
Here is the service and parts manual to the first square window Frigidaire commercial washer model WCL with the Super Duty transmission (1010rpm spin). Also covers the very first coin-operated Rollermatic washer, models WCAL, WCAL-M and WCAL-MLP. Sections include, Cycle of Operation Chart, Specifications, Installation, Service Diagnosis, Service Operations, Complete Mechanism rebuilding instructions, Tools, etc. Full parts list included at the end for all models. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1966 | 110 | 104mb | $12.48 |
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Frigidaire Vintage 1947-1960 Washer and Dryer Parts Catalog
Here is a rare parts catalog showing ALL parts with part picture diagrams to Frigidaire washers and dryers from the earliest models in 1947 through the Mutlimatic years of 1960. Washer Sections:
Cabinets and Backguards
Control Panels Electrical Controls and Timers Unimatic Transmission Pulsamatic Transmission Multimatic Transmission Agitator Parts Tubs Parts Outer Tubs and Tub Rings Water Pump and Water Carrying Parts Water Mixing Valves Ready Reference Chart Dryer Sections: Cabinets and Backguards Control Panels Electrical Controls and Timers Door Parts Blower Parts Filtrator and Filter Parts Drum and Hanger Parts Heater Assemblies Gas Valve Assembly Ready Reference Chart |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Frigidaire |
1960 | 49 | 38mb | $5.99 |
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Westinghouse Service Beacon
Here are two issues of the Westinghouse Service Beacon magazine, produced for Westinghouse dealers and service personnel. #1 March-April 1954: Using the Westinghouse Dishwasher Properly How to check the 1954 Westinghouse Range Electronic Surface Unit Properly How to Replace the front motor bearing on Westinghouse 20" Fans Adjustable Disposer Impellers New Waste-Away Gaskets #2 May-June 1954: Introducing the new 1954 Westinghouse Custom Laundromat Twins and how they differ from others Lint Wipers added to dryer baskets Columbus Refrigeration Units A new replacement bowl for the Westinghouse Cooker-Fryer How to check the Westinghouse Roasters thermostat How to get a steam iron ready for use |
Miscellaneous Published by: Westinghouse |
1954 | 28 | 46mb | $5.52 |
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1974 General Electric Major Appliance Catalog for Builders
Complete 40 page catalog with images, descriptions and specifications to GE major home appliances. Sections Include:
Oven Cleaning Systems
Microwave Ovens 30" Americana H-Lo Ranges Mark 27 Drop-in Ranges 30" and 21" Free Standing Ranges Built-In Ovens Built-In Cooktops & Range Hoods Range and Oven Dimensions Home Laundry - Washers Home Laundry - Dryers Compact Washer and Dryer Central Air Conditioning and Heating Built-In Air Conditioners Refrigerator Freezers Built-In Dishwashers Food Waste Disposers Trash Compactors Wiring Devices Major Appliance Distributors |
Full Catalog Published by: General Electric |
1974 | 40 | 115mb | $7.99 |
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1964 Frigidaire Flair Range Tech-Talk Service Manual
Very comprehensive service manual for all 1963 and 1964 Frigidaire Flair Models: RDH-630, RCDH-630; RCIH-635, RCDH-640, RCIH-645 Also included are Twin 30 Ranges:
RCDH-637, RCDH-637V, RCIH-639, RCIH-639V
Apartment Range: RAH-4 Looking for a Use and Care Guide for Frigidaire Flair Ranges? Please see this manual: Frigidaire Flair Owners Manual Looking for parts information for Frigidaire ranges? Please see Please see this manual: Vintage Frigidaire Appliance Parts Reference Catalog |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Frigidaire |
1963 | 160 | 128mb | $9.49 |
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Consumer Bulletin Magazine - June 1959
Consumer Bulletin was a highly respected consumer product information magazine from the 1930's onward. It was the main competitor to Consumer Reports from the 1930's through the 1960's. Articles on Products and Ratings in this issue include:
Full discussion and ratings of 17 1959 Vacuum Cleaners
14 Percolators and the Sunbeam Coffeemaster Vacuum coffee maker, 6 failed electrical tests!
Regular Features Include:
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Trade Publications Published by: Consumer Bulletin |
1959 | 40 | 34mb | $4.99 |
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Maytag Automatic Washer Parts Catalog
Here is an essential guide to all collectors of vintage Maytag washers. This parts catalog list all parts and related part numbers for all AMP models as well as all of the early Helical Drive Maytag washers. A Complete view of every model through 1961 is shown, including the first all push button Maytag Washer. Accessories and service tools are also listed, including their part numbers. This is an invaluable 270 page resource for all Maytag collectors. Having the part numbers is essential in doing internet and eBay searches for rare parts which many times can be found by searching by the part number. Models include: AM, AMP, A2MP, A3MP, A4MP, 101, 121, 102, 140, 140S, 123, 123S, 130, 131, 131S, 141, 141S, 132, 132S, 142, 142S, 124, 124S, 126, 126S, 160, 160S,125, 125S. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1961 | 270 | 82mb | $9.84 |
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1952 General Electric Home Laundry Product Man
1952 General Electric Home Laundry Service Manual covering Automatic Washers, Wringer Washers, Dryers and Mangle Ironers. GE's Product Man Service Manuals were produced monthly to keep service personnel up to date with new products, appliance specifications, appliance service instructions, troubleshooting procedures, older product repair and parts changes, installation instructions, customer complaints and recommendations, testing procedures, tools for repairs, wiring diagrams, timer charts, appliance history and evolution and other important information regarding their appliances. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: General Electric |
1952 | 140 | 58mb | $6.96 |
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Operating Instructions and The Basic Dryer Book
Owners Manual, Operating Instructions, Installation Instructions for Whirlpool top of the line Imperial Mark XII dryers Models LPE 992-0-9 and LPI 992-1-9. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Whirlpool |
1966 | 16 | 17mb | $3.99 |
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1969 Waste King-Universal Dishwasher Parts and Features Manual
Here is the complete Parts and Features manual for late 1960's Waste King Dishwashers. Sections include in-depth feature charts as well as parts breakdown diagrams. Series include: 410, 510, 610, 710, 810, 910 and 950. |
Dishwashers Published by: Waste King |
1969 | 27 | 14mb | $3.99 |
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Plan For Telephones in the Home You Build
Here is a brochure from Bell Telephone giving advice on "good telephone planning" when you design and build your new home. |
Miscellaneous Published by: Bell Telephone |
1950 | 4 | 4mb | $3.99 |
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KitchenAid Mixer K5SS and K45SS Instruction and Recipe Owners Manual
Here is the owners manual that was packed with every KitchenAid stand mixer model K5SS and K45SS. Sections include: Understanding Your Food Preparer, Speed Control Guide, Adjusting Beater To Bowl, Care and Cleaning, Helpful Hints, Mixing Tips, Recommended Recipes. |
Small Appliances Published by: KitchenAid |
1983 | 52 | 41mb | $7.99 |
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Behind the Sparkle There's A GE Mobile Maid Automatic Dishwasher
Beautiful brochures for the GE Mobile Mail model SP-40S and undercounder roll-out model SU-60S. |
Dishwashers Published by: General Electric |
1959 | 8 | 16mb | $3.99 |
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1965 Philco Top-Loading Automatic Washer Service Manual
Here is a wonderful and rare service manual for all 1965 Philco Top Loading automatic washers. Sections include full images, control panel views and complete specifications for each model, timer sequence charts for all available cycles on each machine, wiring diagrams, diagrams showing how machine operates, full service procedures and parts lists. Models include: W2F8, W2F6, W3F4, W2F3, W2F2, W2F1 and W2F3S. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Philco |
1965 | 73 | 26mb | $3.99 |
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Frigidaire Model Index and Identifier
Here is a wonderful item for anyone who is interested in vintage General Motors/Frigidaire home appliances. It lists every product Frigidaire manufactured between 1921 thru 1977. Then it continues on to list every model number to every machine Frigidaire produced along with the year that the particular model was produced. Appliances include: refrigerators, upright freezers, chest freezers, free-standing electric ranges, frigidaire flair ranges, twin-30 ranges, fold-back ranges, cook tops, wall ovens, flair wall ovens, mircowave ovens, compact 30 ranges, automatic washers, coin-op washers, automatic dryers, coin-op dryers, laundry centers, ironers, dry cleaners, dishwashers, disposers, electronic air cleaners, trash compactors, water heaters, ice makers, window air conditioners. Also has a great chart showing Frigidaire Appliance production start and end years. |
Full Catalog Published by: Frigidaire |
1977 | 58 | 18mb | $3.99 |
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Hoover Toaster Brochures
Brochures highlighting the different kinds of Toasters available from Hoover. |
Small Appliances Published by: Hoover |
1975 | 4 | 7mb | $3.99 |
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Easy Spiralator Automatic Washer Service Manual
Comprehensive service manual for all mid 1950s Easy Automatic Washers. Major components of this machine were produced by Beam. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Easy |
1954 | 37 | 26mb | $3.99 |
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Blackstone Wringer Washer Brochures
Brochures showing the Blackstone's wringer washer line for 1959, including the unusual Top of the Line "Rinsing Wringer". |
Wringer Washers Published by: Blackstone |
1959 | 10 | 13mb | $7.99 |
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Consumer Bulletin - February 1958
Consumer Bulletin magazine was a product rating company that was started in 1928. This issue contains full descriptions/story, ratings and charts for 1958 Automatic Dishwashers. Brands rated include: American Kitchens, Frigidaire, General Electric, Hotpoint, James, Kelvinator, KitchenAid, RCA Whirlpool, Westinghouse and Youngstown. The brands are segregated between Recommended and Intermediate. Before you read the article see if you can guess which brands will be put in which category. To my surprise I got it completely wrong! Other ratings include: Those unreadable labels on food packages Motor scooters from Europe The 1958 Rambler- Discussion and rating How to choose a pair of binoculars Hazardous new electric teapots A word of caution for car owners Adhesives for household use Electronic organs for the home, with ratings of spinet models Safeguarding electrical equipment by grounding New 35 mm. cameras and slide projectors Moisture in fuel oil tanks Electric lamp bulbs The heating system of your school and its controls |
Miscellaneous Published by: Consumer Bulletin |
1958 | 40 | 38mb | $4.99 |
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1962 Frigidaire Automatic Washer Tech-Talk Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all 1962 Frigidaire automatic washing machines. All Multimatic machines by '62. Models include WCIR-62, WCI-62, WI-62, WIAR-62, WIA-62, WCD-62, WD-62, WDR-62 and WDA-62. Includes complete in-depth images and specifications for all models, cycle charts, service instructions and complete Multimatic transmission rebuilding instructions, self-study exam and Home-Ec Talk. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1962 | 112 | 46mb | $5.52 |
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Kelvinator Dishwasher Use and Care Guide
The complete owners manual to Kelvinator D&M style dishwashers. |
Dishwashers Published by: Kelvinator |
1980 | 12 | 5mb | $3.99 |
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1956 Frigidaire Built In Cooking Appliances Brochure
Beautiful brochure from GM Frigidaire highlighting all of their fold-down cooptops, standard cooktops and built-in ovens for '56. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Frigidaire |
1956 | 8 | 10mb | $3.99 |
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Washer Instruction Manual and Parts List
Here is the complete manual given to new owners of the commercial Washette automatic washer. Sections include: Installation, Repair and Maintenance, complete instructions on operating machine, setting the automatic supply injector, changing the timer sequences to make a cycle run however you prefer, control panel, etc. etc. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Cook Machinery |
1974 | 44 | 19mb | $3.99 |
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1980 Jenn-Air Electric Range Brochure
Here is a brochure highlighting the cooking products of Jenn-Air. Built-in, cooktops and free-standing ranges included. Images and full specifications included on each product. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Jenn-Air |
1980 | 4 | 5mb | $3.99 |
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1950 Maytag Gas Range Question and Answer Book
If you like vintage gas ranges, this is a fascinating book. It was produced to show off all the great features of Maytag Gas Ranges of the early 1950's. |
Gas Stoves Published by: Maytag |
1950 | 48 | 21mb | $3.99 |
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JCPenny Solid-Tub Automatic Washer Cover Art and Agitator-Tub Parts
Here is a compilation of cover art showing many models of solid-tub JCPenny Automatic Washers and their related tub and agitator. Models from the mid 1960's through the early 1970's. |
Automatic Washers Published by: JCPenny |
1966 | 10 | 6mb | $3.99 |
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1969 Kenmore Automatic Washer Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual to the following 1969 Kenmore washers series: 26920, 36920, 27300, 27200, 17100. This manual introduces the Vari-Flex agitator and has instructions on how to adjust the agitator fins. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kenmore |
1969 | 36 | 28mb | $3.99 |
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Good Heating Starts Here - How to Choose Your Thermostat
Here is wonderfully whimsical brochure showing off the Minneapolis Heat Regulator Companies line of home thermostats. This company eventually joined Honeywell. |
Home Products Published by: Minneapolis-Honeywell |
1950 | 8 | 7mb | $3.99 |
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Washday Recipes, Care, Use of your Westinghouse Laundromat
Full owners manual and operating instructions to the 1952-1953 Westinghouse Laundromat models LB-6 (standard Laundromat model) and RL-1 (bolt-down model). |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1952 | 44 | 17mb | $3.99 |
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Marquette Gas Stoves
Great brochures for the Gambles line of Gas Stoves. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Marquette (Gambles Stores) |
1953 | 8 | 12mb | $3.99 |
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The Hot Ones
Very 70's brochure for the Hoover Steam Irons! |
Small Appliances Published by: Hoover |
1975 | 4 | 8mb | $3.99 |
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Hotpoint Automatic Washer and Dryer Line
Absolutely STUNNING brochures for the entire 1958 Hotpoint washer and dryer line. This is the year that the new Co-Axial tranmission was introduced. This design was used until the end of the Chicago plant made Hotpoint washers. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Hotpoint |
1958 | 20 | 31mb | $3.99 |
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Please note that all publications presented here at Automatic Ephemera are on average between 35 and 85 years old. This information is presented as a educational/historical reference on vintage products of the past. Any trademarks or brand names appearing on this site are for nominative use to accurately describe the content contained in these publications. The associated trademarks are the sole property of their registered owners as there is no affiliation between Automatic Ephemera and these companies. No connection to or endorsement by the trademark owners is to be construed.