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Kirby Vacuum Cleaner Motor Service Manual

Published by Kirby in 1972-- Here is the comprehensive Kirby Vacuum Cleaner Motor service manual.

Sections include:
Index

Illustrated parts list

Checking motor unit

Headlight (Models 505 through 515)

Foot switch test and replacement (Models 505 through 512)

Foot switch test and replacement (Models 513 through 515)

Safety switch (Models 505 through 515)

Motor brush inspection and replacement (Models 505 through 515)

Motor unit major overhaul (Models 505 through 515)

Disassembly (Models 505 through 515)

Inspection and repair

Reassembly (Models 505 through 515)

Handle spring replacement (Models 505 through 515)

Handle lock replacement (Models 505 through 515)

Foot switch (Models 516 through current models)

Safety switch (Models 516 through current models)

Headlight (Models 516 through current models)

Motor brush inspection and replacement

(Models 516 through current models)

Motor unit major overhaul (Models 516 through current models)

Disassembly (Models 516 through current models)

Inspection and repair

Reassembly (Models 516 through current models)

Handle spring replacement (Models 516 through current models)

Handle lock replacement (Models 516 through current models)

Field Coil Installation - Model 519 and newer

Number of Pages: 39
File Size: 26mb
Download Fee: $7.99

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Add High-Res Download to Cart	Click Thumbnail for More Information	Title and Description	Product	Year	# of Pages	File Size	Download Fee
Add to download cart		1947 Launderall Automatic Washer Owners Manual Here is a very rare find, the Owners Manual, Operating Instructions Wall Chart and Warranty to the Launderall automatic washer which was the first horizontal access top loading automatic washer in the USA and possibly the world.	Automatic Washers Published by: Launderall	1947	23	9mb	$7.99
Add to download cart		Maytag Big-Tub Washers and Matching Dryers Brochures Here are some very cool Maytag sales literature brochures highlighting their 1970 line of large-capacity washers and matching dryers. Models include: Washers: A906, A806, A606, A406. Dryers: DE906, DE806, DG906, DG806, DE606, DG606. ↓ Click for more information on this document... Please note there is some relatively minor water staining on these brochures, but they were cool/rare enough to post anyway.	Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Maytag	1970	28	24mb	$5.99
Add to download cart		1977 Frigidaire Washers, Dryers and Laundry Centers Brochures Here are some beautiful brochures highlighting the 1977 line of Frigidaire Automatic Washers, Dryers and stacked Skinny-Mini Laundry Centers. Full images and specifications included. Models include... ↓ Click for more information on this document... Washers: WD-A, WC, WID, WIC-A Dryers: DE, DG, DEC, DEG, DEI, DGI, DECI and DGCI. Laundry Centers: LC-115, LC8-3 and LC-3.	Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Frigidaire	1977	12	11mb	$7.99
Add to download cart		1977 Frigidaire Dishwashers Brochures Here are some beautiful brochures highlighting the 1977 line of Frigidaire Automatic Dishwashers, both undercounter and mobile/portable. Full images and specifications included. Models include: DWU-2, DWU-3, DWU-4, DWU-5, DWM-2, DWM-3, DWM-4, DWM-5.	Dishwashers Published by: Frigidaire	1977	8	9mb	$5.99
Add to download cart		1977 Frigidaire Cooking Appliances Brochures Here are some beautiful brochures highlighting the 1977 line of all available types of Frigidaire cooking appliances. Full images and specifications included. Models include... ↓ Click for more information on this document... 30" Electric Ranges: R-30, RG-35, RC-30, RCG-35, RE-36, RE-38S, REG-38, REG-38C and REG-39CD. 40" Electric Ranges: RE-47, RGC-45, RE-45. Twin 30 Electric Ranges: REG-637V and REG-639CV. Microwave Ovens: RCM-1, RCM-3, RCM-4 and RCM-6.	Ranges/Stoves Published by: Frigidaire	1977	14	10mb	$9.99
Add to download cart		Maytag 1966 Competitive Washer and Dryer Report Maytag compares it's newly designed washers and dryers to: Easy, Frigidaire, General Electric, Hamilton, Hotpoint, Kelvinator, Kenmore, Montgomery-Ward, Norge, Philco, Speed Queen, Westinghouse, and Whirlpool. The purpose of this booklet is to better inform you of the comparison between Maytag and 13 other brands of automatic washers and dryers. It has been prepared from data supplied by the Maytag Product Testing Laboratory; every item and each statement has been checked for accuracy and validity by our Product Testing engineers. ↓ Click for more information on this document... Model changes often come at varying times during the year. We have made every attempt to give you the latest information available at the time of the printing of this booklet.	Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Maytag	1966	32	15mb	$7.99
Add to download cart		1949 Kenmore Washer and Dryer Service Manual Here is one of the earliest Sears Kenmore service manuals we have found. This covers both their 1949/1950 model washer (non-bolt down model) and dryer.	Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Kenmore	1949	47		$7.99
Add to download cart		1967 Easy Automatic Washer Brochures Here are some beautiful brochures from Easy highlighting their 1967 line of Automatic Washers. This probably was their first year of variable-speed control machines. Images and specifications included. Models include: WA-355, WA-344, WA-322, WA-323, WA-321.	Automatic Washers Published by: Easy	1967	14	13mb	$5.99
Add to download cart		KitchenAid Portable Dishwasher 67 Series Use and Care Guide Here is the complete owner's manual and use/care guide to the 67 series of KitchenAid Portable Dishwashers. Models include: KDR-67 and KDD-67.	Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid	1969	20	12mb	$7.99
Add to download cart		1956 Frigidaire Dishwasher Tech-Talk Service Manual Here is the complete service manual to all 1956 Frigidaire Dishwashers. This includes extra supplements during the year. Models include: ↓ Click for more information on this document... DWUW-Under-Counter Model DWFW-Free Standing Model DWSW-Sink Combination Model In addition, the following four special models were available: DWUW-1-Under-Counter Model With Primer Finish DWFW-2-Free Standing Model With Wood Top DWFW-3-Free Standing Model With No Top DWSW-4-Sink Combination With Stainless Steel Top	Dishwashers Published by: Frigidaire	1956	43	20mb	$7.99
Add to download cart		1983 Miele Washers Dryers Dishwashers and Vacuums Brochure This is a German language catalog highlighting the 1983 Miele line of front-loading automatic washers, twin-tub washers, clothes dryers, ironers, dishwashers and vacuum cleaners. Models include: ↓ Click for more information on this document... Washers: W756, W765. Dryers: T369C, T366. Ironer: B864E. Dishwashers: G530, G530U, G530I Vacuum Cleaners: S130, S236i, S225	Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Miele	1983	38	38mb	$5.99
Add to download cart		1956-1957 Westinghouse Electric Range Owners Manuals Here are the owners manuals to the 1956 and 1957 lines of Westinghouse Electric Ranges and Ovens. Manuals include main owners manual along with the special instructions manual. 1956 Models: ↓ Click for more information on this document... AH, AHS, BH, BHS, CH, DH, FH, EH 1957 Models: AJS, EJ, FJ, HJ, RJ, DJ, KJ, CJ, IJ, KJ With your new Westinghouse Speed-Electric Range you will seldom find it necessary to stand at your range and stir foods while they cook ... or to lift a lid to see whether the water has boiled away or whether the food is done. That's because electric cooking heat is accurately controlled. It gives you the same fine results day in and day out. No doubt, you have a fine reputation for your skill in baking. You'll be delighted with the wonderful results ... all without worry on your part ... from the Miracle Sealed Oven. Your Westinghouse Speed-Electric Range will do the work for you ... provided you do the necessary planning and thinking. Please read these instructions carefully. By doing this, you and your Westinghouse Speed-Electric Range will become wonderful cooking partners.	Ranges/Stoves Published by: Westinghouse	1957	56	21mb	$9.99
Add to download cart		1966 Maytag What is New Dealer Training Guide When Maytag introduced their brand new '06 line of automatic washers and dryers in 1966 they produced this book to show dealers exactly what all the new features are of these newly designed machines.	Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Maytag	1966	16	9mb	$5.99
Add to download cart		1983 General Electric Dishwasher Product Information Manual This 32 page book takes a fascinating look at features and benefits of GE dishwashers. Sections include: ↓ Click for more information on this document... Benefits Customers are Looking For Glossary Systems Monitor of new Digital GE Dishwashers Performance Flexibility Energy Monitor Chart Installation Information Premium Dishwashers Deluxe Value Dishwashers Dishwasher Model Comparison Chart Warranty Information Models Highlighted: GSD2800D, GSD2600D, GSD2400D, GSD2200D, GSD1200T, GSD940D, GSD900, GSD640D, GSD600D, GSD50D.	Dishwashers Published by: General Electric	1983	48	24mb	$7.99
Add to download cart		1983 General Electric Dishwasher Brochures Here are wonderful brochures highlight the 1983 top-of-the-line of General Electric Dishwashers. Models include: GSD2500D the all Electronic built-in Model and portable dishwasher modesl: GSC902, GSC702, GSC402.	Dishwashers Published by: General Electric	1983	8	7mb	$5.99
Add to download cart		1983 Sanyo Portable Washer Owners Manual Here is the owner's manual to the very first Sanyo portable impeller clothes washer. Also included is the sticker that was affixed to the washer when it was brand new.	Automatic Washers Published by: Sanyo	1983	14	3mb	$7.99
Add to download cart		1970 Maytag Washers and Dryers Brochures Here are some wonderful brochures for the full line of Maytag Washers, Dryers and their portable machines as well. Models include: A806, A606, A407, A106, DE/DG806, DE/DG606, DE407, DG406, DE/DG306, A50, DE50.	Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Maytag	1970	26	21mb	$5.99
Add to download cart		1967 Frigidaire Appliances Catalog Here is a catalog showing off Frigidaire Appliances for 1967. Products include: Refrigerators, Food Freezers, Ranges, Built-in Ovens, Cooktops, Dishwashers, Disposers, Washers, Dryers and Room Air Conditioners.	Full Catalog Published by: Frigidaire	1967	20	13mb	$7.99
Add to download cart		1951 Hotpoint Washer and Dryer Owners Manual Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to the 1951 line of Hotpoint's washer and dryer.	Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Hotpoint	1951	40	25mb	$7.99
Add to download cart		1972 Waste King Dishwashers Owners Manual Here is the complete owners manual and use and care guide to all 1972 Waste King Dishwashers. Models include: SS/911 and SS/878.	Dishwashers Published by: Waste King	1972	40	12mb	$7.99
Add to download cart		Westinghouse 1965-1967 Continental Range and Oven Owners Manuals Here is a set of six different owners manuals for several Westinghouse Continental Ranges from 1965 thru 1967. Models include: KEE3H, KEE3J, OSE3E, KEE3B, KGC, KGC30, KHC30 and other models from the mid 1960's including the double oven models.	Ranges/Stoves Published by: Westinghouse	1967	102	42mb	$9.99
Add to download cart		1961 General Electric Mobile-Maid Dishwasher Brochures Here are some wonderful brochures for GE's portable top-loading dishwashers from 1961. Models include: SP-40V and SP-60V.	Dishwashers Published by: General Electric	1961	12	9mb	$7.99
Add to download cart		1955 Frigidaire Imperial Refrigerator Owners Manual Here is the complete owners manual and use/care guide to all 1955 Frigidaire top-of-the-line Imperial refrigerators. Models include: CIV-143 and CIV-115.	Refrigerators/Freezers Published by: Frigidaire	1955	48	24mb	$9.99
Add to download cart		1972 Beam Central Vacuum System Brochure Here is a sales literature brochure for the Beam Central Vacuum cleaning system for homes in the early 1970's.	Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Beam	1972	6	4mb	$5.99
Add to download cart		1986 AEG Washers and Vacuums Here is a German language brochure highlighting the 1986 line of AEG front loading washers and vacuum cleaners.	Automatic Washers Published by: AEG	1986	12	9mb	$5.99
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Add to download cart		1964 Kenmore Dryer Owners Manual Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions packed with every 1964 Kenmore Dryer for the following series: 800 70 ↓ Click for more information on this document... 600 31874	Clothes Dryers Published by: Kenmore	1964	36	19mb	$7.99
Add to download cart		Doing Up Your Duds and Your Dishes Full owners manual and operating instructions to the Thor Automagic Washer/Dishwasher.	Automatic Washers Published by: Thor	1949	0	23mb	$7.99
Add to download cart		GE Washers and Dryers Full brochures with images, features and specifications for full size GE Filter-Flo automatic washers, automatic dryers and portable washers and dryers.	Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: General Electric	1985	8	8mb	$5.99
Add to download cart		1955 Westinghouse Refrigerator Brochures Beautiful brochures highlighting Westinghouse's 1955 line of Refrigerator/Freezers.	Refrigerators/Freezers Published by: Westinghouse	1955	18	24mb	$7.99
Add to download cart		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. ↓ Click for more information on this document... Upgright Pianos Push Lawn Mowers Automatic 35mm Camera Air Conditioners and Fans	Miscellaneous Published by: Consumer Bulletin	1963	44	35mb	$5.99
Add to download cart		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	$7.99
Add to download cart		For the Finest in Modern Care Gorgeous full brochure/book for the 1967 line of Whirlpool automatic washers and dryers.	Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Whirlpool	1967	16	25mb	$5.99
Add to download cart		1977 JCPenny Washer and Dryer Brochures Here are brochures which were giving out in the retail stores highlighting the 1977 line of JCPenny Washers and Dryers. Full specifications and control panel views included.	Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: JCPenny	1977	6	6mb	$5.99
Add to download cart		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	$7.99
Add to download cart		1977 Hotpoint Appliances Catalog Here is a complete product catalog from Hotpoint showing their complete line of major appliances. Photos, descriptions and detailed specifications are included.	Full Catalog Published by: Hotpoint	1977	52	83mb	$7.99
Add to download cart		Hoover Constellation Model 86 Owners Manual Full owners manual and operating instructions for the Hoover Constellation Model 86.	Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Hoover	1958	16	7mb	$7.99
Add to download cart		Automatic Washer Timer Service Manual This service manual is absolutely indispensable for any collector of vintage automatic washers, dryers or dishwashers. It's focus is on servicing Malloy timers. Getting timers rebuilt properly is getting harder and harder and in time we will have to completely rely on our own skills to repair these delicate timing devices. Sections include: TIMER TEST AND MOTOR REPLACEMENT ↓ Click for more information on this document... TESTING COMPLETE TIMER TIMER MOTOR REPLACEMENT, Mallory Timers ESCAPEMENTS CHECKING CONTACT PRESSURE REPLACING TIMER THERMOSTAT The checking contact pressure section shows how to fix the 2nd most common time issue next to timer motor failure. Mallory timers were used in most automatic washers from the 1950s thru 1970s and this service manual is valid for any brand that used Mallory timers.	Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse	1967	17	12mb	$7.99
Add to download cart		The Capacity to Take on a Lot of Laundry Wonderful brochures produced by General Motors for their entire line of 1/18 full size, G-Mini and dryers. Full images, specifications and control panel views.	Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Frigidaire	1972	8	9mb	$5.99
Add to download cart		1969 JCPenny Compact Washer Service and Parts Manuals Here is the service manual to all JCPenny Compact Washers made in Japan in the late 1960's.	Twin Tub Washers Published by: JCPenny	1969	35	15mb	$7.99
Add to download cart		1963 Speed Queen Automatic Washer Service Manual Complete service manual to Speed Queen washer models A44F and A44WF. Sections include: Specifications, Cycle Chart, Installation, Service Procedures, Adjustments, Test Procedures and Service Helps.	Automatic Washers Published by: Speed Queen	1963	50	28mb	$7.99
Add to download cart		1983 KitchenAid Built-In Top-of-the-Line Dishwasher Comparison Now this is super interesting, here is a comparison brochure of the KDS-20 Superba Dishwashers to all other major brands of dishwashers in the mid 1970's. Topics include: Water Heating Systems, Motors, Wash Systems and Wash-Arms, Loading, Filtration and Waste Removal, Drying systems, Frames, Tanks, Inner Doors, Fill and Drain Systems, Weights.	Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid	1983	20	13mb	$7.99
Add to download cart		Apex Canister Vacuum Brochures Here are some wonderful brochures highlighting the Apex Canister Vacuums including the Strato-Cleaner, Aero-Cleaner and the Cylinder Cleaner.	Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Apex	1953	2	7mb	$5.99
Add to download cart		1955 Sylvania Radios Complete brochure with beautiful images and specifications for the entire 1955 line of Sylvania Clock radios, Table radios, Portable radios and Hi-Fidelity Phonographs.	Radio/Record Players Published by: Sylvania	1955	22	26mb	$7.99
Add to download cart		Use and Care Guide to KitchenAid's Superba Dishwasher Here is the full owners manual and operating instructions to KitchenAid dishwasher model KDS-20.	Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid	1981	23	11mb	$7.99
Add to download cart		1963 SQ Automatic Washer Service Manual Full and comprehensive service manual for 1963 Speed Queen automatic washers. This manual is an excellent guide for anyone wanting to learn more about Solenoid-controlled Speed Queen or Beam washing machines made from the late 40's until about 1970. Sections Include: Installation, Service Procedures, Adjustments, Test Procedures, Wiring Diagrams and Timer Sequence Chart, Service Helps and tips. Models highlighted A47, A49 and A53.	Automatic Washers Published by: Speed Queen	1963	54	25mb	$7.99
Add to download cart		Westinghouse Roaster Oven and Infra-Red Broiler-Grid Owners Manual Full owners manual, operating instructions and hundreds of suggested recipes to Westinghouse's wonderful electric roaster.	Small Appliances Published by: Westinghouse	1954	68	32mb	$7.99
Add to download cart		1956 Hotpoint Dishwasher Brochures Here is a beautiful brochure for the 1956 Hotpoint Automatic Dishwasher line. Images, features and specifications included. Models: MC24, ME2, MCP24, MEP2, MCP23, MC25, MCP25.	Dishwashers Published by: Hotpoint	1956	6	14mb	$5.99
Add to download cart		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	$5.99
Add to download cart		Beautiful 1960 Westinghouse Combination Washer-Dryer Brochure Here is a wonderful full color brochure for the 1960 model Westinghouse Cosmopolitan Washer-Dryer all-in-one combination, model WD-5. Images and full specifications included.	Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Westinghouse	1960	4	5mb	$5.99
Add to download cart		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	$7.99

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