VINTAGE OWNER'S MANUALS, SERVICE MANUALS, BROCHURES AND PUBLICATIONS
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1970 Blackstone Automatic Washer Service Manual
Complete service manual to the 1970 line of Blackstone washers. Models include: BA-502, BA-702, BA-902. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Blackstone |
1970 | 37 | 18mb | $5.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 6 days |
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1956 Frigidaire Imperial and Deluxe Automatic Washer Brochures
Here are beautiful brochures from 1956 for Frigidaire's Imperial Unimatic and Deluxe Pulsamatic automatic washers. Full images and specifications are included. Unimatic Imperial Model WI-56
Pulsamatic Deluxe Model WD-56 |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1956 | 4 | 4mb | $5.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 6 days |
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1955 General Electric Laundry Brochures
1955 was a big year for General Electric laundry appliances. Both the Filter-Flo system was introduced on their top-loading automatic washers as well as their first washer/dryer combo was introduced. These are beautifully illustrated brochures with full specifications included. Models: Washer: WA-750M, Dryer: DA-623M and Washer/Dryer Combo: WD-660M. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: General Electric |
1955 | 12 | 11mb | $5.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 6 days |
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Electrical Merchandising Magazine - June 1953
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 |
1953 | 210 | 105mb | $12.99 |
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1959 General Electric Automatic Washer Brochure
Here is the complete brochure showing off the top of the line 1959 models of the GE automatic washer. Models: WA-9505 and WA-9505S (suds-saver model) |
Automatic Washers Published by: General Electric |
1959 | 4 | 9mb | $5.99 |
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1965 General Electric Washer and Dryer Brochures
Here are beautiful brochures highlighting the 1965 line of GE Washers and Dryers. Images and full specifications for each model included. Models include: WA-1250A, DA-1220A, WA-750A, DA-820A, WA-650A, DA-620A, and the Hi-Speed Gas Dryer: DG-4920A |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: General Electric |
1965 | 14 | 29mb | $7.99 |
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1960 General Electric Home Laundry Product Man
1960 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 |
1960 | 48 | 27mb | $5.99 |
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1956 Washer Service Instruction Film Narrative and Service Manual
Here are two complete Kelvinator automatic washer manuals into one .pdf file. The first is the narrative to the "Service Instruction Film-Strip" on Installation and Disassembly. The second part is the complete Service Manual and Parts Guide to all 1956 Kelvinator automatic washers. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kelvinator |
1956 | 91 | 68mb | $5.99 |
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1976 Frigidaire Dishwasher Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all 1976 Frigidaire automatic dishwashers, both built-in and portable models. Models include: DWU-2, DWU-3, DWU-4, DWU-5
DWM-2, DWM-3, DWM-4, DWM-5. |
Dishwashers Published by: Frigidaire |
1976 | 68 | 40mb | $5.99 |
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1974 Frigidaire Touch-and-Cook Electric Range Service Manual
Here is the complete service manual to Frigidaire's first digital touch-pad electric Range! Full specifications, service and troubleshooting sections included. Models include: RCIE3-39CDW and RCIE-39CDW. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Frigidaire |
1974 | 42 | 32mb | $7.99 |
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1965 Philco Duomatic Washer-Dryer Brochures
Here are brochures for the entire 1965 line of Philco Duomatic Combination Washer-Dryers. Full images and specifications and machine price-list included. Special bonus, 1965 Philco gas dryers brochures are also included at the end of the document. Duomatic Combo Models include: CE-7F8, CG-7F8, CE-7F6, CG-730, CE-730. Dryers: DG-6F8, DG-6F4, DG-6F3, DG-6F2. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Philco |
1965 | 19 | 37mb | $5.99 |
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1966 Philco Duomatic Washer-Dryer Brochures
Here are brochures for the entire 1966 line of Philco Duomatic Combination Washer-Dryers. Full images and specifications and machine price list included. Models include: CE-7G8, CG-7G8, CE-7G6. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Philco |
1966 | 12 | 17mb | $5.99 |
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1957 Philco-Bendix Duomatic Washer-Dryer Owners Manuals
Here is the complete owner's manual and operating/use and care guide to all top-of-the-line 1957 Philco-Bendix combination washer-dryers. Model: CGR-C. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Bendix |
1957 | 40 | 45mb | $7.99 |
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Easy Holiday Automatic Washer Model AEG Service Manual
This is the service manual supplement created specifically for the bottom of the line washer model AEG. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Easy |
1961 | 26 | 18mb | $5.99 |
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Easy Velva-Power Automatic Washer Model Transmission Service Manual
This is the comprehensive service manual created specifically for servicing Easy's new Velva-Power transmission when it first introduced. The Velva-Power transmission was Easy's own design when they moved away from using a Beam style tranmission that was so common in Speed Queen and other brands of solid-tub automatic washers. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Easy |
1961 | 20 | 13mb | $5.99 |
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1966 Maytag Lets Talk Service
Here every Maytag service bulletin from 1966. These fact-packed bulletins are showing off the new line of Maytag automatic washers produced starting in 1966. These fact-packed bulletins report model changes, wash and dry cycle changes, service tips, new products being introduced, new parts, reports from the field, etc. Washers and dryers are both covered. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Maytag |
1966 | 63 | 44mb | $7.99 |
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1964 General Electric Washer and Dryer Brochures
Here are beautiful brochures highlighting the 1964 line of GE Washers and Dryers. Images and full specifications for each model included. Models include: WA-1250Y, DA-1220Y, WA-950Y, DA-920Y, WA-805Y, DA-820Y, WA-650Y, DA-620Y, WA-550Y, DA-520Y. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: General Electric |
1964 | 18 | 36mb | $7.99 |
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1961 General Electric Combination Washer-Dryer Brochures
Here is the complete brochure showing off the 1961 models of the GE combination washer/dryer. Models: WD-860V, WD-560D. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: General Electric |
1961 | 4 | 9mb | $5.99 |
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1984 Maytag Dishwasher Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all Maytag Jet-Clean Dishwashers from the early and mid 1980s. Models Include:
"00 Series": WU-100, WU-WC300, WU-500, WU-WC-700, WU-900
"01 Series": WU-101, WU-WC301, WU-501, WU-WC-701, WU-901 "02 Series": WU-102, WU-WC302, WU-502, WU-WC-702, WU-902 Microprocessor Model: WU1000 Full troubleshooting, cycle-charts, schematics and servicing information is included. |
Dishwashers Published by: Maytag |
1984 | 213 | 103mb | $7.99 |
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Maytag Automatic Washer model A212 Operating Instructions
Here is the complete Operating Instructions manual included with all Maytag A212 washers. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1983 | 8 | 7mn | $5.99 |
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1962-1987 KitchenAid General and Service Bulletins
Here is a collection of the majority of KitchenAid appliances General Bulletins and Service Bulletins. The majority of information concerns dishwasher with a bit of disposer and trash compactor information included as well. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1987 | 266 | 147mb | $7.99 |
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Westinghouse Terrace-Top Range Owners Manuals
Here is a set of owners manuals for several Westinghouse Terrace-Top Range in the 1960's. Models include: NTE3B, NTE3C, NTE3D, KTE3C, KLD30, KTB30A. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Westinghouse |
1966 | 48 | 34mb | $7.99 |
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1973 General Electric Automatic Washer Technical Manual
Here is the complete technical manual for all 1973 General Electric automatic washers. Sections include: Timer, Schematics, Select Switches, Water System, Drive System, Other Components, Cabinet Construction, Suspension system, Installation, Service Practices, Use & Care, Washability, Portable models. Models covered: 18lb Washers: WWA9508P, WWA9500P, WWA9400P, WWA9300P, WWA8508P, WWA8500P, WWA8428P, WWA8420P, WWA8408P, WWA8400P, WWA8375P, WWA8364P, WWA8360P, WWA8305P, WWA8330P, WWA8314P, WWA8310P, WWA8300P, WWA8000P 14lb Washers: WWA7400P, WWA7350P, WWA7300P, WWA7050P, WWA7060P, WWA7030P, WWA7000P, WWA5500P, WWA5400P, WWA5000P Portable Washers: WWP1020P, WWP1023P, WWP1150P, WWP5300P |
Automatic Washers Published by: General Electric |
1973 | 206 | 111mb | $7.99 |
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1963 Philco Automatic Washer Brochures
Here are some beautiful brochures showing off the 1963 line of Philco automatic washers. Pages contain full description of features, images of each model, full control panel views of each model and complete specifications. Models include: W-236, W-234, W-232, W-231, W-233V, W-231V. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Philco |
1963 | 17 | 43mb | $7.99 |
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1963 Philco Duomatic Combination Washer-Dryer Brochures
Here are some beautiful brochures showing off the 1963 line of Philco Duomatics, their combination washer-dryer line. Both electric and gas models are shown. Pages contain full description of features, images of each model, full control panel views of each model and complete specifications. Models include: CE-736, CG-736, CE-734, CE-730, CG-730, CE-730U. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Philco |
1963 | 17 | 41mb | $7.99 |
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Westinghouse Speed-o-Light Electronic Microwave Oven Brochure
Here is a brochure for a very early built-in Microwave Oven brochure from Westinghouse. Model XM. |
Microwave Ovens Published by: Westinghouse |
1960 | 2 | 2mb | $4.99 |
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Speed Queen Wringer Washer Brochures
Here are some wonderful brochures highlighting the Speed Queen line of wringer washers in the mid 1960's. Full images and specifications of each model inlcuded. Models highlighted: 92, 90, 80, 702 and 50. |
Wringer Washers Published by: Speed Queen |
1965 | 10 | 18mb | $7.99 |
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Lawn Boy Lawn Mower Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and use/care guide to Lawn Boy 21" self propelled lawn mower model 8227. |
Miscellaneous Published by: Lawn Boy |
1968 | 28 | 20mb | $7.99 |
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Kitchen Aid Mixer K-45 - K5A and 4-C Owners Manual
Here is the complete use and care guide to all KitchenAid mixers from the late 1970's. Models: K-45, K5A and 4-C. Sections include: Important Safeguards, Understanding Your Food Preparer, Speed Control Guide, Adjustments, General Instructions-Kneading Bread Dough, Bread Making Tips, Kitchen Aid Attachments, Recipes, Should You Ever Need Service. |
Small Appliances Published by: KitchenAid |
1978 | 52 | 41mb | $7.99 |
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Open up a Whole New World of Color with Speed Queen
Here is a beautiful brochure from Speed Queen when they first introduced colors into their Washer and Dryer line. The 1967 top of the line washer and dryer line is highlighted with images and specifications for each color. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Speed Queen |
1967 | 4 | 7mb | $4.99 |
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Consumer Bulletin - June 1963
Consumer Bulletin magazine was a product rating company that was started in 1928. This issue contains full descriptions/story, ratings and charts for 1963 Automatic Washers. Brands rated include: Blackstone, Easy, Frigidaire, General Electric, Hamilton, Hotpoint, Kelvinator, Kenmore, Maytag, Norge, Philco, RCA Whirlpool, Speed Queen, Wards Signature and Westinghouse. Great article with pictures of the some of the machines, and you'll never guess who they rated #1! Other ratings include 1963 Compact Automoblies: Lark V-8, Rambler Ambassador, Rambler American 200 and Valiant V-100. Upgright Pianos Push Lawn Mowers Automatic 35mm Camera Air Conditioners and Fans |
Miscellaneous Published by: Consumer Bulletin |
1963 | 44 | 35mb | $4.99 |
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KitchenAid 18 Series Automatic Dishwashers Brochure
Here is the complete brochure to all built-in KitchenAid Dishwashers from the 18 series. Models include KDS-18, KDI-18 and KDC-18. Full images and and specifications for each model. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1977 | 6 | 4mb | $7.99 |
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Put Maytag Dependability in Your Kitchen
Beautiful brochure highlighting Maytag's dishwashers of the early 1970's. |
Dishwashers Published by: Maytag |
1972 | 12 | 13mb | $4.99 |
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1968 Kenmore Automatic Washer, Dryer, Combination and Wringer Models
Service supplement showing the 1968 line of Kenmore washer, dryer, wringer washer and combination washer-dryer models along with a description of features for each machine. Also includes information on the new Veri-Flex agitator and what the settings are meant for as well as the new color on the combo washer-dryer called "Contemporary Walnut with Shaded Copper" - translation - wood-tone style. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Kenmore |
1968 | 15 | 11mb | $4.99 |
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Westinghouse Dryer Service Manual
Here is the complete service manual to all 1957 Westinghouse Dryers. Models include D-110, D-112 and D-114. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Westinghouse |
1957 | 35 | $4.99 | |
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1968 Easy Automatic Washer Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to 1968 Easy automatic washers. Models covered: WA-421, WA-428, WA-422, WA-4226, WA-423, WA-444, WA-455. Sections include: Feature Chart, Control Panel Chart, Specifications, Installation Instructions, Servicing Timer, Switches, Components, Motor, Wiring, Testing, Transmission Repair, WA-455 Variable Speed Washer. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Easy |
1968 | 56 | 42mb | $5.04 |
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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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Westinghouse D-6 Dryer Service Manual
Here is the complete service manual to all D-6 Westinghouse slant-front dryers. These are the machines with the "How Dry I Am" music box. Service manual includes instructions on servicing the musical signal as well as all other aspects of serving these wonderful dryers. All information published in the D-5, D-5-A Dryer Service Manual is applicable to the D-6 Dryer with the exception of the electrical system. Therefore, this supplement must be used in conjunction with Dryer Service Manual for the D-5 dryer. Please note we have the D-5 service manual available in the library as well. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Westinghouse |
1953 | 16 | 10mb | $4.99 |
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1956 General Electric Room Air Conditioner Product Man
1956 General Electric Room Air Conditioner Service Manual. 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 |
1956 | 41 | 22mb | $4.99 |
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Maytag Washpower Automatic Operating Instructions for model A406
8.5" x 11" operating instruction card that came with newly designed Center-Dial Maytag Washers. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1966 | 2 | 2mb | $4.99 |
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Frigidaire and White-Westinghouse Front Loading Service Manual
Here is a Tech-Talk service manual produced for the WCI made Frigidaire front loading washers, models WF-2000C, WFIC and Gemini 2000. These machines are the exact same machines as the Westinghouse 3-Belt Front load washers that were made for decades. It is interesting to see these machines at the end of the run before the single belt Westinghouse front loaders were introduced. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1985 | 59 | 36mb | $4.99 |
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1969 Blackstone Automatic Washer Service Manual
Here is the complete service manual to early perforated tub Blackstone automatic washers. These appear to be the first models incorporating a perforated tub. Models include: BA-520, BA-620, BA-720. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Blackstone |
1969 | 33 | 17mb | $7.99 |
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Use and Care Manual
Full owners manual and operating instructions for the early Amana Radarange microwave oven model RR-4. |
Microwave Ovens Published by: Amana |
1972 | 12 | 7mb | $4.99 |
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1972 JCPenny Compact Washer Service and Parts Manuals
Here is the service manual to all JCPenny Compact Washers made in Japan in the early 1970's. |
Twin Tub Washers Published by: JCPenny |
1972 | 33 | 14mb | $4.99 |
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Whirlpool Power Clean Vacuum Cleaner Training Brochure
Here is a manual showing off all the features of Whirlpool's great Power Clean series of vacuum cleaners from the mid 1980's. Complete information and specifications of all models included. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Whirlpool |
1985 | 12 | 21mb | $4.99 |
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Guide to Workless Washdays with your Whirlpool Automatic Washer
Owners manual and operting instruction book for the 1954/1955 line of Whirlpool Automatic washers. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Whirlpool |
1954 | 20 | 14mb | $4.99 |
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Maytag Gas Range Instruction and Cook Book
Here is the owners manual that was packed with every 1949 Maytag Gas Range. Models include M6140GM, M6131GA, M6140GA, M6131CPA. Since cooking is a creative art that requires good equipment, the Maytag Dutch Oven is an invaluable aid in preparing the best of everything for the family. It provides more speed, greater cleanliness, further convenience, added economy and finer all-around performance. The Top Platform, the Dual Performance Oven, the Sizzle-Serve Broiler and the Dutch Cooker Well all save you work and effort, and each brings you more leisure time for other things. In every way, your Maytag is more than a purchase; it’s an investment in better living for years to come. As the pages of this book are turned, study the ideas, procedures, cooking techniques, methods and suggested recipes. They will bring out the full advantage of your range. They will help you save time and money. And they will provide new taste thrills for your family, as well as new homemaking pleasures for you. |
Gas Stoves Published by: Maytag |
1949 | 126 | 75mb | $7.99 |
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1958 Frigidaire Electric Range Tech-Talk Service and Parts Manual
Very comprehensive service and full parts manual for all 1958 Frigidaire Electric Ranges. Models include: RCI-75-58, RI-55-58, RD-71-58, RD-20-58, RS-10-58, RI-39-58, RD-39-58, RD-38-58, RS-30-58, RAW-4, RAW-3 Service manual includes wiring diagrams. Parts section shows all parts and part numbers. Having the manufacturers part number for the part you need is essential for doing internet/eBay searches to locate these rare, no longer available parts. In many circumstances they can be found once you know the part number. This guide is essential for anyone who has any vintage Frigidaire Range. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Frigidaire |
1958 | 140 | 86mb | $9.99 |
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1954 Kelvinator Wringer Washer Service Manual
Complete service manual to all Kelvinator wringers washers from 1954. Models include: WB, WBP, WC, WCP, WE, WEP. Sections include: Installation, Electrical and Mechanical Parts, Lubrication, Service Diagnosis, Specifications. |
Wringer Washers Published by: Kelvinator |
1954 | 20 | 15mb | $7.99 |
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Frigidaire Automatic Washer Parts Catalog
Here is the complete parts catalog which includes detailed illustrations of the order of assembled parts, their descriptions and original Frigidaire part numbers. Models include:
WJ-60, WJ-60A, WK-60, WL-60, WO-65 and WO-65-2. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1952 | 64 | 29mb | $4.99 |
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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.