VINTAGE OWNER'S MANUALS, SERVICE MANUALS, BROCHURES AND PUBLICATIONS
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Who Else But RCA Whirlpool
Here is the official Whirlpool feature training book highlighting the 1966 Whirlpool washer, dryer and wringer washer lines. Whirlpool fans this beautiful book is definitely for you. This training series was similar to Frigidaire's VIP series which was given to appliance dealers to educate them of all the wonderful new features on Whirlpool appliances. Book contains beautiful images, cycle charts, graphics and comparisons for all aspects of the belt-drive washer and matching dryers and wringer washers. The book sections take each Whirlpool feature and compare them to Maytag, General Electric, Frigidaire, Hotpoint Norge and Westinghouse machines! This item is scanned at 600dpi for super crisp clear text and images. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Whirlpool |
1966 | 40 | 120mb | $7.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 1 day |
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Star Spangled Benefits from Whirlpool Dishwashers
Here is the official Whirlpool feature training book highlighting the 1970 line of Whirlpool built-in and portable dishwashers. Whirlpool fans this beautiful book is definitely for you. This training series was similar to Frigidaire's VIP series which was given to appliance dealers to educate them of all the wonderful new features on Whirlpool appliances. Book contains beautiful images, specifications, benefits and cycle explanations. This item is scanned at 600dpi for super crisp clear text and images. |
Dishwashers Published by: Whirlpool |
1970 | 34 | 82mb | $7.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 1 day |
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1968 Whirlpool Home Appliances Builder Catalog
Here is a complete builders catalog highlighting the 1968 line of Whirlpool appliances. Products include: Gas and Electric ranges, refrigerators, commercial and domestic washers and dryers, dishwashers, disposers, air conditioners, ice makers and central vacuum cleaners. |
Full Catalog Published by: Whirlpool |
1968 | 16 | 18mb | $7.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 1 day |
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1956 General Electric Wall Refrigerator Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and use/care guide to General Electric wall mount refrigerator model LW-11N. |
Refrigerators/Freezers Published by: General Electric |
1956 | 16 | $14.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 1 day | |
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1955 Westinghouse Combination Washer-Dryer Owners Manual
Here is the owners manual to the very first Westinghouse Combination Washer/Dryer. Model WD-1. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Westinghouse |
1955 | 48 | 12mb | $7.99 |
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1965 Frigidaire Electric Dryer Tech-Talk Service Manual
Complete comprehensive service manual to all 1965 Frigidaire electric clothes dryers. Sections include: Specifications, Features, Operation and Testing, Servicing and Wiring Schematics. Models include: DDA-65, DD-65, DCD-65, Dl-65, DCI-65, DDF-65, DCIF-65 |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Frigidaire |
1965 | 100 | 58mb | $7.99 |
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1948 General Electric Automatic Washer Brochures
Here are some beautiful brochures for the 1948 line of General Electric automatic washers. The is the 2nd line models of automatic washers produced. The AW6 from 1947-1950 line featured an 1140rpm spin! These rare brochures have been saved at 600dpi for extra crispness. |
Automatic Washers Published by: General Electric |
1948 | 4 | 27mb | $5.99 |
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KitchenAid 18 Series Portable Dishwashers Brochure
Here is a brochure that I haven't seen before, it's specifically for the portable models of KitchenAid 18 series dishwashers. Images and full specifications included. Models include: KDS-58, KDI-58, KDC-58, KDR-67B, KDD-67B. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1978 | 0 | 4mb | $7.99 |
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1984 General Electric Dishwashers Brochure
Here is a brochure highlighting the 1984 GE line of undercounter dishwashers. Models include: GSD2800D, GSD1200T, GSD900D, GDS600D and GSD500D. Full images and specifications included. |
Dishwashers Published by: General Electric |
1984 | 8 | 5mb | $5.99 |
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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 |
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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. 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 |
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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... 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 |
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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 |
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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... 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 |
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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. 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 |
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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 | |
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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 |
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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 |
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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: 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 |
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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: 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 |
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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:
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 |
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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 |
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1983 General Electric Dishwasher Product Information Manual
This 32 page book takes a fascinating look at features and benefits of GE dishwashers. Sections include:
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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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Take a Liking to Viking and Put One to Work For You!
Dated August 1974 this catalog from Canada's Eaton's provides wonderful images and specifications for Viking's General Electric made appliances. Products include refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, automatic washers and dryers, wringer washers and even a twin tub! See some Viking branded GE Filter-Flo washers but with a side opening lids! |
Full Catalog Published by: Viking |
1974 | 24 | 30mb | $7.99 |
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Ronson Small Appliance Brochures
Here is a wonderful set of brochures highlighting some of their appliance line from the mid 1970's. Products include: Ronson Can-Do, Quintisserie Rotisserie, Hair Dryers, Electric Toothbrushes. |
Small Appliances Published by: Ronson |
1974 | 8 | 12mb | $5.99 |
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1958 Chambers Built-In Appliances Brochure
Here is a wonderful brochure highlighting the '58 line of Chambers appliances. Products include Gas and Electric Ovens, Gas and Electric Surface Cooktops, Refrigerators-Freezers, Automatic Dishwashers, Waste Disposers and Ventilation Hoods. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Chambers |
1958 | 6 | 9mb | $7.99 |
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Kenmore Commander Owners Manual
Owners manual and operating instructions to Kenmore's bullet cannister vacuum. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Kenmore |
1949 | 15 | 8mb | $7.99 |
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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 |
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Hoover Electric Broiler-Oven Brochures
Brochures spanning a few years in the mid 1970s for the Electric Broiler-Oven. |
Small Appliances Published by: Hoover |
1975 | 6 | 13mb | $5.99 |
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D&M - Design and Manufacturing Dishwasher Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all D&M made dishwashers from the early models through the 1980s. |
Dishwashers Published by: Design and Manufacturing |
1978 | 83 | 36mb | $7.99 |
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1980 General Electric Cooking Appliances Brochure
Here is a sales brochure highlighting the entire line of GE Electric Range and Major Cooking Appliances. Images and Full detailed specifications included for each model. Appliances highlighted: 30" Ranges with P-7 Self-Cleaning Ovens 30" Ranges with Convention or Continuous Cleaning Ovens. 21" Compact Ranges 40" Full-Width Ranges 30" Americana Hi/Lo Ranges 30" Drop/Slide In Ranges 27" Mark 27 Drop in Ranges Built-in Ovens Built-In Cooktops Range Hoods Countertop Microwave Ovens Microwave/Range Cooking Center Combinations |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: General Electric |
1980 | 20 | 21mb | $7.99 |
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1955 Frigidaire Dryer Tech-Talk Service Manual
Here is the complete service manual to the 1955 models of Frigidaire clothes dryers. Models DV-35 and DV-65. Complete servicing, troubleshooting and wiring diagrams. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Frigidaire |
1955 | 16 | 14mb | $7.99 |
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Frigidaire Washer N-Line Models 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. Frigidaire Washer Models include:
WAN, WA2N, WCDAN, WCDARN, WCDATN, WIN, WCDN and WCIN. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1968 | 34 | 15mb | $7.99 |
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From This Moment On Leisure is your Washword!
Here is the owners manual to the very first Kenmore combination washer-dryer when Sears first entered the washer-dryer combination market late in '56. Typical of Sears artists the manual is full of wonderful graphics and information. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kenmore |
1956 | 32 | 26mb | $7.99 |
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Speed-Wash A Laundry Without Labor
Wonderful sales brochure produced for prospective coin laundry owners on the wonders of Speed Queen "Speed-Wash" coin operated automatic washers. Brochure highlights all the features and specifications of Speed Queen coin-op washers from the late 1950's as well as all the extra's you could order for your laundromat such as dryers, water heaters and softeners, coin changes, tables and chairs, detergent dispensers, lighted signs and advertising promotional materials. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Speed Queen |
1958 | 24 | 19mb | $5.99 |
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1966 Maytag Automatic Washer Timer Cycle Steps Education Bulletin
When Maytag redesigned their entire line of automatic washers in 1966 they created this document to educate the field about how each cycle works on each model washer. This bulletin describes each step in all cycles of the newly designed machines. Models include: A106, A206, A406, A606, A806 and A906. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1966 | 10 | 3mb | $7.99 |
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Re-Vitalize With Philco-Bendix
Commercial laundry brochure from Philco highlighting their Double Load washers, dryers, and refrigerated Dry Cleaners. Answers the question "Why don't Professional laundries use Top-Loaders"! |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Philco |
1973 | 8 | 8mb | $5.99 |
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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 |
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1967 Frigidaire Tech-Talk Jet-Action Washer Service Manual
Very comprehensive service manual produced for Frigidaire solid-tub Jet-Action automatic washers. This manual covers the 1968 N line, but is valid for most mechanical features of the 1965-1969 Frigidaire washers. Includes full cycle charts and specifications for each model, as well as complete service information. This is a must have manual for anyone with a rollermatic washer or anyone interested in how the machine functions. Models include WAL WA2L WCDAL WCDAPL WCDARL WCDATL WCDL WIAL WCIAL WCIL |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1967 | 128 | 76mb | $7.99 |
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All New and Improved Easy Automatic Dryers
Beautiful brochure for the Easy Automatic Dryers models DDC and DDC-E (gas and electric). |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Easy |
1955 | 4 | 5mb | $5.99 |
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Consumer Bulletin - November 1956 - Gas Ranges and Portable Typewriters
For November of '56 Consumer Bulletin tests full size gas ranges. Brands include: Caloric Ultramatic, Chambers, Detroit Jewell, Florence Custom Deluxe, Kenmore Twin Oven, Magic Chef, Maytag Dutch Oven , Montgomery Ward, Norge, Roper, Tappan and Welbuilt DeLuxe Other interesting reports in this issue include: Portable Typewriters ((Erika 10, Everest Jolson, Olympia DeLuxe SM3, Optima Elite 3, Remington Quiet-Riter, Remington TraveiRiter, Royal Quiet DeLux e , Smith-Corona Silent - Super, Underwood Deluxe Quiet Tab and the Underwood Leader). Car Radiator Ornaments, Automobile Anti-Freeze, Amana Refrigerator-Freezer Combination, Power Chain Saws (13 Brands). |
Trade Publications Published by: Consumer Bulletin |
1956 | 32 | 28mb | $5.99 |
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1984 Maytag Jetclean Dishwashers and Food Waste Disposers
Here is a wonderful brochure showing all all of Maytag's great mid 1980's dishwashers. Full images and specifications included. |
Dishwashers Published by: Maytag |
1984 | 12 | 31mb | $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 | $7.99 |
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You and your General Electric Automatic Dishwasher
Owners manual and operating instructions for the 1950 GE Dishwasher. |
Dishwashers Published by: General Electric |
1950 | 12 | 9mb | $7.99 |
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1969 Kenmore Large Capacity Washer Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual packed with Kenmore's very first large capacity automatic washer, series 48520. Also include in the manual is complete instructions for the following standard capacity washer series: 28300, 18300 and 18200. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kenmore |
1969 | 36 | 26mb | $7.99 |
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1957 Control Tower Washer Tech-Talk Service Manual
Here is the full service manual for all Control Tower Frigidaire washers, models WI-57 (Unimatic), WDU-57 (Unimatic), WD-57 (Pulsamatic), WSA-57(Pulsamatic) and WS-57 (Pulsamatic). |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1957 | 40 | 32mb | $7.99 |
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KitchenAid KD-14 Series Dishwasher Service Manual
Comprehensive service manual for all 14 Series KitchenAid dishwashers. Models include KDS-14, KDI-14, KDC-14, KDS-14P, KDI-14P, KDC-14P. Sections include General Information, Cycle Description, Servicing Instructions, Service Tips, Schematic Wiring, Timer Sequence Charts. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1960 | 85 | 52mb | $14.99 |
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Barton Automatic Washer Parts Manual
Here are the parts breakdown manuals for Barton Automatic Washer models: BAS256A, BA256A, BA356A, BA456A, BAS257A and BA257A. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Barton |
1957 | 32 | 17mb | $7.99 |
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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.