VINTAGE OWNER'S MANUALS, SERVICE MANUALS, BROCHURES AND PUBLICATIONS
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1953 Bendix Economat Automatic Washer Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to the top of the line Bendix Economat washer with the rubber squeeze tub. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Bendix |
1953 | 28 | 29mb | $11.99 |
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Whirlpool Washer Owners Manual Model LXA8700
Here is the complete Operating Instructions and Laundry Guide to Whirlpool Automatic Washer Model LXA8700. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Whirlpool |
1970 | 24 | 42mb | $11.99 |
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1989 General Electric Appliances Catalog
Here is a full catalog with images and complete specifications for the 1989 line of GE appliances. Products include:
Refrigerators/Freezers
Cooking Appliances Microwaves Washers Dryers Dishwashers Disposers Trash Compactors Room Air Conditioners |
Full Catalog Published by: General Electric |
1989 | 92 | 208mb | $14.99 |
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1961 Kenmore Washer Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to Kenmore automatic washer 700 series/11471 series models. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kenmore |
1961 | 20 | 25mb | $11.99 |
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1970-1973 Whirlpool Dishwasher Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all Whirlpool built-in and portable dishwashers from the early 1970's. Models include:
SVU60, SVU70, SVU80, SVU90, SVU100, SWU60, SWU70, SWU80, SWU90, SWU100, SVF60 SVF70 SVF8O, SVF90, SVF100, SWF60 SWF70 SWF8O, SWF90, SWF100, SWF100-2, SXU300-0, SXU300-1, SXU300-2, SXU300-3, SXU300-4, SXU301-0, SXU325-0, SXU325-1, SXU325-2, SXU330-0, SXU330-1, SXU350-0, SXU400-0, SXU400-1, SXU400-2, SXU400-3, SXU400-4, SXU430-0, SXU440-0, SXU440-1, SXU450-1, SXU500-0, SXU500-1, SXU500-2, SXU500-3, SXU500-4, SXU500-5, SXU530-0, SXU530-1, SXU530-2, SXU530-3, SXU600-0, SXU600-1, SXU600-2, SXU600-3, SXU600-4, SXU600-5, SXF300, SXF300-1, SXF300-3, SXF300-4, SXF325-0, SXF325-1, SXF325-2, SXF330-0, SXF300-1, SXF350-0, SXF400-0, SXF400-1, SXF400-2, SXF400-3, SXF400-4, SXF430-0, SXF440-0, SXF440-1, SXF450-0, SXF500-0, SXF500-1, SXF500-2, SXF500-3, SXF500-4, SXF500-5, SXF530-0, SXF530-1, SXF600-0, SXF600-1, SXF600-2, SXF600-3, SXF600-4, SXF600-5. |
Dishwashers Published by: Whirlpool |
1973 | 185 | 150mb | $14.99 |
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1972 Frigidaire Appliances Catalog
Here is a fun catalog showing off all of Frigidaire's appliance line for 1972. |
Full Catalog Published by: Frigidaire |
1972 | 24 | 67mb | $8.99 |
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1957 Westinghouse Laundromat Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to the top-of-the-line Westinghouse Automatic Washer. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1957 | 36 | 39mb | $11.99 |
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1951 General Electric Automatic Washer Use and Care Guide
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to AW-5 Series of General Electric automatic washers. |
Automatic Washers Published by: General Electric |
1951 | 16 | 18mb | $11.99 |
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1957 Westinghouse Dryer Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to the top-of-the-line Westinghouse Clothes Dryer. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Westinghouse |
1957 | 24 | 27mb | $11.99 |
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Maytag Automatic Washer Service Manual 1984
Comprehensive service manual for all Maytag Automatic Washers made from 1966 into the 1990s. Includes Specifications, Installation, Trouble Shooting, Service Procedures, Timer Charts and Wiring Diagrams. Models include: A112, A212, A312, A412, A512, A612, A712, A510, A610, A710, A810, A110, A210, A310, A410, A806, A608, A408, A308, A208. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1984 | 158 | 165mb | $14.99 |
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1996 Maytag Washers and Dryers Brochure
Full brochure highlighting the 1996 line of Maytag Dependable Care Washers and Dryers. Full images and specifications included. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Maytag |
1996 | 14 | 33mb | $8.99 |
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Maytag Clothes Dryer Service Manual 1984
Comprehensive service manual for all Maytag Dryers made from 1966 into the 1990s. Includes Specifications, Installation, Trouble Shooting, Service Procedures, Timer Charts and Wiring Diagrams. Models include: DE212, DG212, DE312, DG312, DE412, DG412, DE512, DG512, DE110, DG110, DE210, DG210, DE410, DG410, DE510, DG510, DE610, DG610, DE710, DG5710, DE810, DG810, DE91, DE106, DG106, DE107, DG107, DE308, DG308, DE309, DG309, DE408, DG408, DE409, DG409, DE608, DG608, DE808, DG808. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Maytag |
1984 | 158 | 154mb | $14.99 |
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1988 Whirlpool Dishwashers Brochure
Sales literature brochure highlighting in the 1988 line of Whirlpool dishwashers. Models include: DU1099XT DU72DOXS DU74DOXS DU76DOXS DU78DOXS DU810DXT DUBJDOXT DU8500XT DU8700XT DU89DOXT DU9000XR DU9500XS DU9700XR
Full images and specifications included. |
Dishwashers Published by: Whirlpool |
1988 | 24 | 56mb | $8.99 |
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1966 Whirlpool Dishwasher Use and Care Guide
Full Use and Care Guide along with installation instructions to Whirlpool dishwasher models SPU80 and SPC200. |
Dishwashers Published by: Whirlpool |
1966 | 11 | 17mb | $11.99 |
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1973 Whirlpool Dishwasher Use and Care Guide
Full Use and Care Guide to Whirlpool dishwasher model SDF7000 and SDU7000. |
Dishwashers Published by: Whirlpool |
1973 | 16 | 33mb | $11.99 |
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Westinghouse Laundromat Model LCC30 Owners Manual
Full Owners manual and use/care guide to Westinghouse Laundromat automatic home washer model LCC30. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1963 | 24 | 20mb | $11.99 |
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Westinghouse Laundromat Model LLC30 Owners Manual
Full Owners manual and use/care guide to Westinghouse Laundromat automatic home washer model LLC30. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1963 | 24 | 21mb | $11.99 |
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1954 Norge Automatic Washer and Dryer Brochures
Here are some beautiful sales literature brochures highlighting Norge's 1954 line of automatic washers, semi-automatic washers and clothes dryers. Suggested retail price list at end of file. Models include: Automatic washers: AW450, AW-425, AW-422SP, AW-410 Semi-Automatic washers: AW-405 Dryers: AG-730, AE-620, AG-710, AE-610. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Norge |
1954 | 20 | 66mb | $8.99 |
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Maytag Washer A702-A702S Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions packed with every Maytag A702/A702S (S is the suds-saver model) from the early 1960's. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1962 | 22 | 22mb | $11.99 |
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Speed Queen Combination Washer-Dryer Facts Manual
Here is the very rare Facts Manual produced by Speed Queen when they introduced their Washer-Dryer combination machine to highlight all the features and conveniences of having one machine do both the washing and drying. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Speed Queen |
1962 | 16 | 36mb | $8.99 |
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1955 Kelvinator Automatic Washer Owners Manual
Complete use/care guide and owners manual to Kelvinator Automatic washer model AW-2 and Semi-automatic washer model SW. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kelvinator |
1955 | 32 | 30mb | $11.99 |
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1965 General Electric Automatic Washer Operating Guide
Here is complete operating instructions and use/care guide to GE washer models WA-832A and WA-837A. |
Automatic Washers Published by: General Electric |
1965 | 26 | 51mb | $11.99 |
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Brochure to the Very First Whirlpool Automatic Washer
Here is a wonderful brochure Whirlpool produced back in '47 when they introduced their very first automatic washer. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Whirlpool |
1947 | 12 | 38mb | $11.99 |
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1950 Westinghouse Laundromat Brochure
Here is a beautiful brochure from Westinghouse showing off their new 1950 model Laundromat model L-5. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1950 | 16 | 42mb | $8.99 |
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1957 Speed Queen Washer Operating Instructions and Brochure
Complete sales literature brochure as well the operating instruction guide to 1957 Speed Queen automatic washer models A18 and A19. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Speed Queen |
1957 | 8 | 23mb | $11.99 |
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KitchenAid 5 Series Top-Loading Dishwasher Parts Catalog
Here is the complete parts list to all 5 series KitchenAid dishwashers. This includes illustrations of all parts and their part numbers necessary for doing a parts search on old, hard to find replacement parts. Models include: KDC-5 (Electra) KDA-5 (Vari-Cycle)
KDW-5 (Vari-Cycle) |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1972 | 20 | 8mb | $14.99 |
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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 | $12.99 |
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1959 Kenmore Laundry Appliances Brochure
Here is an absolutely beautiful sales brochure showing the entire line of 1959 Sears Kenmore Automatic Washers, Dryers, Combination Washer-Dryers and Wringer Washers. Scanned at 600dpi for a super high resolution scan of these wonderful brochures. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Kenmore |
1959 | 27 | 109mb | $9.99 |
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KitchenAid KD-16 Series Portable Dishwasher Brochure
Beautiful brochure from Hobart highlighting the new 16 series portable dishwashers. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1971 | 4 | 5mb | $9.99 |
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Beautiful Kelvinator Automatic Washer Brochure with Complete Service Manual
Here is an wonderful sales literature brochure for the 1955 Kelvinator automatic washer AW-2. Also included is the complete service manual for this model as well as model AWV. Please note that the mechanical section of this service manual is valid servicing the ABC-o-Matic/Kelvinator/Lenord washers through the mid 1960s. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kelvinator |
1955 | 38 | 34mb | $12.99 |
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Slide Show Presentation for the New 1968 Washer Dryer and Wringer Line
A fascinating presentation showing slides and suggested reading to to go with each slide on updates to the 1968 line of Whirlpool washers, dryers and wringer washers. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Whirlpool |
1968 | 32 | 28mb | $12.99 |
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1980 Sears-Kenmore Builders Catalog
This is the complete contractor and builder catalog for professionals to pick out new appliances in their residential building projects. Kenmore Appliances included: Built-in Cooktops Built-in Ovens Electric Ranges Drop-in Ranges Gas Ranges Range Hoods Micro-Classic Microwave Range Combinations Microwave Ovens Side by Side Refrigerators Top Freezer Refrigerators Frostless Refrigerators-Freezers Automatic Defrost Refrigerator-Freezers Dishwashers Garbage Disposers Trash Compactor Hot Water Sink Dispenser Water Heaters Coin-Operated Commercial Washers and Dryers Automatic Washers and Dryers Wood Burning Fireplaces Central Heating Furnaces Split System Heat Pumps Wall Air-Conditioners Central Vacuum Cleaner System |
Full Catalog Published by: Kenmore |
1980 | 31 | 40mb | $8.99 |
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UK Hotpoint Handbook Twin Tub
Here the complete use and care guide to Hotpoint Twin Tub Washers produced in the UK in the late 1970s. This handbook covers Models:
14890, 14892, 14894, 14770, 14762, 14764, 1482, 1483 and 1464. |
Twin Tub Washers Published by: Hotpoint UK |
1979 | 20 | 7mb | $11.99 |
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Maytag Gas Engine Wringer Washer Instruction Book
Here is an interesting find. It is the standard owners manual packed with every Maytag wringer washer from the early 1950s, except with this came the operating instructions card to operate a GAS Maytag wringer equipped with a Briggs and Stratton Engine! Models include: E2L,J2L, N2L, E2LP, J2LP and N2LP. |
Wringer Washers Published by: Maytag |
1951 | 30 | 11mb | $12.99 |
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General Electric Automatic Dishwashers
In typical GE fashion of the 60's, here are some absolutely beautiful brochures showing off the built-in and Mobile-Maid models of GE dishwashers. |
Dishwashers Published by: General Electric |
1960 | 24 | 40mb | $8.99 |
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Laundry Center Tech-Talk Service Manual
Comprehensive service manual for Frigidaire's Skinny-Mini stacked Laundry Center. Complete descriptions of the "Agi-tub" washer and dryer, specificaions, how the machine operates and how to service all components in both the washer and the dryer sections. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Frigidaire |
1977 | 72 | 42mb | $12.99 |
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1957 Frigidaire Refrigerator-Freezer Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and use/care guide to many 1957 Frigidaire Home Refrigerators. Models include: CP-141-57, CP-123-57, Fi-121-57, FD-102-57 and FS-101-57. |
Refrigerators/Freezers Published by: Frigidaire |
1957 | 20 | 17mb | $12.99 |
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1964 Frigidaire Automatic Washer Tech-Talk Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all 1964 Frigidaire Multimatic automatic washing machines. Models include WCIR-64, WCI-64, WIA4-64, WIA-64, WCD-64, WCDAR-64, WCDAP-64, WCDA-64, WDR-64, WDP-64, WD-64 and WDA-64. Includes complete in-depth images and specifications for all models, cycle charts, service instructions and complete Multimatic transmission rebuilding instructions, recommended service tools, self-study exam and Home-Ec Talk. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1964 | 135 | 63mb | $12.99 |
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Assorted Small Appliances Dealer Catalog
Great brochures from a dealer catalog of small appliances and clocks. Products Include: Hamilton Beach Mixer Hamilton Beach Mixette hand Mixer Wearing Blendors: Deluxe, Chrome, Standard, Duo-Speed and Hand Mixer Cory Vacuum Coffee Maker, Cory Electric Knife Shapener Toastmaster Super Deluxe Toaster and Toaster 1B14 Fryrette Deep Fryer Robeson Percolator Coffee Makers Crown, Princess, Avalon and Copper Classic Models Durabilt Traveling Irons Westclox Moonbeam Electric Alarm Clock, Sphnix, Big Ben, Greenwich, Logan, Electric Switch and Bantam Desk Clocks, Melody, Belfast, Orb and Monitor Commercial Electric Wall Clocks. Lux Swinging Bird, Bobbing Bird, Colorful Clown and Rudolph Red Nose Clocks, Lux Minute-Minder Timers, Lux Claridge, Harvester, Chilton, Spinning Wheel, Fairview and Grist Mill Clocks Seth Thomas Clocks, Rudder, Glance, Cathay, Belwyn, Accent, Poise, Sharon, Lynton, Filedston, Dynaire, Buckingham, Baxter, Northbury, Legacy, Kenbury, Medbury, Brookfield, Pippin, Homestead, Plaza, Manager clocks. Arvin Portable Electric Heaters |
Small Appliances Published by: Generic Catalog |
1954 | 32 | 81mb | $8.99 |
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Electrolux Users Manual (Model LX)
Full owners manual and operating instructions to the model LX vacuum cleaner. This manual is filled with beautiful quintessential 1950's industrial art done in wonderful watercolors, it is by far one of the prettiest vacuum cleaner manuals around. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Electrolux Vacuum (now Aerus) |
1952 | 51 | 51mb | $11.99 |
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1960 Philco Automagic Washer Brochures
Here are some beautiful brochures for the 1960 line of Philco Automagic Washers. Illustrations and Specifications included. Models shown: W-208, W-206, W-204, W-202 and W-200. Please note the originals had some minor water damage on them so there are some water spots or slightly blurry spots. However these are still very readable and super fun to look at. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Philco |
1960 | 14 | 22mb | $8.99 |
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Maytag Automatic Washers and Dryers - The Mid 80s
Here is a wonderful brochure highlighting Maytag washers and dryers of the mid 1980's. Full specifications and control panel views of each model included. Models highlighted: A712, A612, A512, A412, A312, A212, A112, D712, D612, D512, D412, D312, D212. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Maytag |
1984 | 16 | 19mb | $8.99 |
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1970 Waste King-Universal Dishwasher Parts and Features Manual
Here is the complete Parts and Features manual for early 1970'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 |
1970 | 24 | 12mb | $12.99 |
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Facts About Your New Mixer
Full owners manual and use/care guide to all triple-beat GE stand mixers from the 1950's. |
Small Appliances Published by: General Electric |
1955 | 48 | 23mb | $11.99 |
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1957 ABC-O-Matic Automatic Washer Brochures
Here is ABC's final automatic washer line before they were bought by Kelvinator and the ABC and ABC-O-Matic brand came to an end. These are wonderful brochures with pictures and images of each model including the A-92, A-82, A-72, A-62, A-52 and A-42. |
Automatic Washers Published by: ABC-O-Matic |
1957 | 12 | 14mb | $8.99 |
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1972 Maytag Automatic Washers Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to the majority of the quintessential Maytag washers of the 1970's. Sections include: General information and control panels, specifications, cycle charts, installation, comprehensive troubleshooting and service procedures, how to access all parts, wiring diagrams and electrical circuity. Models include: A106, A206, A406, A606, A806, A107, A207, A407. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1972 | 97 | 50mb | $14.99 |
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Washer and Dryer Brochure
Brochure for GE Washer WWA5400P, Electric Dryer DDE5200P and Gas Dryer DDG5283P. |
Automatic Washers Published by: General Electric |
1972 | 4 | 4mb | $8.99 |
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1959-1960 Philco-Bendix Duomatic Washer-Dryer Combination Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to Philco-Bendix's first 27" compact style combination washer-dryers. Models include CE792, CE794, CE700, CE702, CE704, CE700U. Manual includes full specifications, cycle operations charts, complete troubleshooting and servicing instructions. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Philco |
1960 | 137 | 118mb | $12.99 |
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1966 Frigidaire Automatic Washer Tech-Talk Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all 1966 Frigidaire Roller-Matic automatic washing machines. Models include WAK, WDK, WCDAK, WCDAPK, WCDARK, WCDAK-PF, WCKD, WCDPK, WCDRK, WIAK, WIK, WCIAK, WCIK, WCIRK. Includes complete in-depth control panel views and specifications for all models, cycle charts, service instructions and complete Roller-matic transmission rebuilding instructions, recommended service tools and Home-Ec Talk. Please note this manual is 200 pages/121 mb in size. It is quite large and will take several minutes to download with a broadband connection. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1966 | 200 | 121mb | $12.99 |
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1949 ABC-O-Matic Automatic Washer Service Manual
Here is the service manual produced by the Altofer Brothers Company for their very first automatic washer, the model 50. |
Automatic Washers Published by: ABC-O-Matic |
1949 | 45 | 39mb | $12.99 |
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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.