VINTAGE OWNER'S MANUALS, SERVICE MANUALS, BROCHURES AND PUBLICATIONS
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1957 Speed Queen Automatic Washer Service Manual
Here is the complete service manual for all home models of Speed Queen's automatic washers. Models included: A18, A19, A20 and A20F. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Speed Queen |
1957 | 34 | 16mb | $5.99 |
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1959 Frigidaire Tech-Tips Bulletins
Here is the completed collection of all 1959 Frigidaire Tech-Tips bulletins alerting of product, parts and service changes mid-model year. Also included is one 1957 and one 1958 year bulletin. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Frigidaire |
1959 | 88 | 57mb | $5.99 |
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1967 Kenmore Laundry and Dishwasher Products
Here is a wonderful brochure highlighing the 1967 Line of Sears Kenmore automatic washers, dryers, wringer washers, dishwashers and disposers. Also includes some standard repair parts and utility sinks. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Kenmore |
1967 | 13 | 10mb | $7.99 |
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1988 Whirlpool Automatic Washer Use and Care Guide
Full owner's manual to Whirlpool automatic washer model LA8800XT. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Whirlpool |
1988 | 16 | 5mb | $5.99 |
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1968 Montgomery Wards Washers Dryers and Dishwashers
Here is the 1968 line of Montgomery Wards Washers, Dryers and Dishwashers. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Montgomery Wards |
1968 | 6 | 17mb | $5.99 |
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1985 Maytag Stacked Washer and Dryer Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to the Maytag Stacked Washer/Dryer, Model SE1000 and SG1000. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Maytag |
1985 | 116 | 42mb | $7.99 |
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Maytag AMP Washer Brochures
Here are some beautiful brochures of early Maytag Automatic Washers. Models include: AMP, A3MP, A4MP, 121P. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1954 | 8 | 5mb | $5.99 |
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1951 Apex Major Appliances Catalog
Here is a full catalog of all Apex Major Appliances. Dishwashers, Sink-Dishwasher combinations, Apex Wash-a-Matic, Apex Gas and Electric Dryers, Apex Fold-a-Matic Ironer. |
Full Catalog Published by: Apex |
1951 | 8 | 8mb | $5.99 |
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1959 General Electric Refrigerator-Freezer Owners Manual
Complete Use and Care guide to 1959 GE Refrigerators. Models include: BH-15P, BH-13P, BH-12P. |
Refrigerators/Freezers Published by: General Electric |
1959 | 16 | 7mb | $7.99 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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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1974 Top Loading Washer and Dryer Brochures
Brochures and spec sheets for the 1974 Westinghouse Top-of-the-Line washer and dryer. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Westinghouse |
1974 | 6 | 8mb | $4.99 |
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Easy Cavalier and Holiday Automatic Washer Service Manual Supplement
The complete service manual supplement for Easy Automatic Washers models ASH and AEH. Sections include:
Uncrating and Inspection,
Cabinet Dimensions, Specifications, Installation, Cycle of Operation Charts for Full and Partial Loads, Operation Chart, Dismantling and Reassembly, Replacement of Parts, Adjustments, Inoperative Conditions, Warranty Policy and Wiring Diagrams. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Easy |
1958 | 33 | 23mb | $4.99 |
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1955 Barton Automatic Washer Service Manual
Here is the complete service for Barton Automatic Washer model B400. This model is fascinating as it appears to be built with a combination of Apex and Beam parts, but with a reversing motor! |
Automatic Washers Published by: Barton |
1955 | 26 | 28mb | $4.99 |
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1947-1960 Frigidaire Automatic Washer Parts Catalog
Here is the complete parts listings of every part for Frigidaire automatic washers from 1947 through the 1960. Each washer is listed with an image of the machine, machine parts diagrams and list of actual 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 a vintage Frigidaire washer. Models include: WJ-60, WJ-64, WK-60, WK-64, WL-60, WL-64, W0-65, W0-65-2, WV-35, WV-45, WV-65, WS-56, WD-56, WDS-56, WI-56, WS-57, WSA-57, WD-57, WDU-57, WI-57, WS-58, WD-58, WDP-58, WI-58, WCI-58, WCIR-58, WS-59, WD-59, WDR-59, WCD-59 , WI-59, WCI-59, WCIR-59, WS-60, WD-60, WCD-60, WCDR-60, WI-60, WCI-60, WCIR-60, WDA-60. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1960 | 127 | 65mb | $7.99 |
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Look What's Cooking With Brand New Whirlpool Built-In Ranges
Beautiful brochure highling all of the '58 line of Whirlpool built-in ovens and cooktops. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Whirlpool |
1958 | 6 | 7mb | $4.99 |
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The Hot Ones
Very 70's brochure for the Hoover Steam Irons! |
Small Appliances Published by: Hoover |
1975 | 4 | 8mb | $4.99 |
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1951 Apex Major Appliances Catalog
Here is a full catalog of all Apex Major Appliances. Dishwashers, Sink-Dishwasher combinations, Apex Wash-a-Matic, Apex Gas and Electric Dryers, Apex Fold-a-Matic Ironer. |
Full Catalog Published by: Apex |
1951 | 8 | 8mb | $5.99 |
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Ronson Foodmatic and Foodmatic Attachments Brochure.
Here is a wonderful brochure for the Ronson Foodmatic. This is a kitchen center that was built right into your counter and came with 16 standard attachments such as blender, mixer, meat grinder, shredder, coffee mill, ice crusher, juicer, etc etc. This brochure covers both the Foodmatic Power Module and related attachments. |
Small Appliances Published by: Ronson |
1974 | 8 | 8mb | $4.99 |
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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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Westinghouse Coin Operated Dryer Brochures
Brochures and spec sheet for the 1976 line of Westinghouse commercial dryers. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Westinghouse |
1976 | 4 | 6mb | $4.99 |
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1980 Magic Chef Home Appliances Catalog
Here is a catalog from Magic Chef showing off their entire 1980 line of home appliances. Products include: Gas and Electric Ranges,
Drop in Ranges,
Wall Ovens, Cooktops, Microwave Wall Ovens, Refrigerators, Freezers, Washers and Dryers, Dishwashers, Disposers, Compactors, Range Hoods, Air Conditioners. |
Full Catalog Published by: Magic Chef |
1980 | 32 | 39mb | $4.99 |
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KD-17 Series-Automatic Dishwashers Service Manual
Detailed service manual for the 17 series of Kitchen Dishwashers, such as models KDS-17, KDI-17, KDC-17, KDS-57, KDI-57 and KDC-57. Sections Include:
Air Gap & Fill Tube Control Panel Cycle Description and Operation Charts Detergent Dispenser Door Latch Mechanism Doorl Gasket Door Springs Pump Drain Valve Electrical Cord Reel Evaporation Channel Field Wiring Compartment Fill Valve Flow-Thru Drying Assy. Ground Screw Indicator Light Assembly Inner Door Assy. Latch Switches Lower Door Baffle Lower Front Panel Motor Outer Door Panel Over Fill Control Switch Program Switch Rinse Agent Dispenser SaniGuade Filter Service Tips Shaft Seal Sheath Heater Tank Seal Assembly Thermostat & Thermal Protector Timer Timer Sequence Charts Upper Rack Track Upper Spray System Wiring Harnesses Wash Pump Wiring Diagrams |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1974 | 44 | 25mb | $7.99 |
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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
600
31874 |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Kenmore |
1964 | 36 | 19mb | $4.99 |
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How to enjoy convenient cooking with your General Electric Range
Full owners manual and use/care guide for all 1958 model General Electric electric ranges. Sections include: Surface Cooking, Oven Cooking and Complete care of your range. R line (1958) models include: J299R Spacemaker, J301R Spacemaker, J303R Spacemaker, J304R Spacemaker, J400R Leader, J403R Stewardess, J404R Airliner, J407R Speedster, J402R Stratoliner, J408R Liberator. If you are looking for the Service Manual for these ranges, it can be found here: 1958 General Electric Range Service Manual |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: General Electric |
1958 | 26 | 37mb | $7.99 |
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Hotpoint Disposall Brochures
Beautiful brochures for the 1958 Hotpoint Disposall line. |
Food Waste Disposers Published by: Hotpoint |
1958 | 6 | 16mb | $4.99 |
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Brilliantly New Inside and Out - Frigidaire Electric Ranges - 1941
Frigidaire produced their first electric range in 1938. This rare brochure highlights Frigidaire's fourth year of producing electric ranges with beautiful illustrations and full feature descriptions and specifications. Models include: B-70, B-60, B-45, B-35, B-15, B-10, BC-6, BC-5 and A-6. "Millions of women in the United States are now using modern electric cooking-using it because foods taste better . .. because it's fast and economical ... automatic and gives more leisure time . .. and because it's cool, clean and healthful.
Yes, electric cooking is the modern way and Frigidaire
is the modern electric range. With its brilliant
new achievements, low prices and easy terms, it is an
outstanding value. Compare it, feature for feature and
dollar for dollar, with any other range on the market
and you'll find it unsurpassed! Make your choice
now-buy now! And start enjoying the advantages
of Frigidaire Electric Cooking.
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Ranges/Stoves Published by: Frigidaire |
1941 | 16 | 16mb | $4.99 |
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KitchenAid 15 Series Dishwasher Brochure
Beautiful brochure from Hobart highlighting the 15 series dishwashers, built-ins, front and top loading portables and sink-combos. This brochure shows off the introduction of KitchenAid's new "4-Way Sweep" wash system. "Beautiful New Styling, Big, Versatile Capacity, New 4-Way Wash, New Drying Action, New Sanitizing Protection, New Filtering, Complete New Line". |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1966 | 6 | 5mb | $7.99 |
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How to enjoy convenient cooking with your General Electric Range
Full owners manual and use/care guide for all 1957 model General Electric electric ranges. Sections include: Surface Cooking, Oven Cooking, Complete care of your range as well as delicious vintage recipes! Models include: J300P, J302P, J304P, J403P, J405P, J406P, J402P, J408P |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: General Electric |
1957 | 72 | 37mb | $7.99 |
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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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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 | $7.56 |
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Westinghouse Commercial Laundromat Service Manual
Here is the complete service manual to the coin-operated bolt down Westinghouse Laundromat front loading washers. Sections include:
Installation,
Wiring and Cycle Charts, What to Do When, Parts Replacement, Complete Servicing. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1968 | 54 | 38mb | $5.99 |
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America's most beautiful vacuum cleaner... packed with purse opening features
Salesman brochure highlighting all the wonderful features of Cadillac vacuum cleaners. "Nationally advertised to Mrs. America". |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Cadillac |
1955 | 4 | 4mb | $4.99 |
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1969 Kenmore Automatic Washer, Dryer, Combination and Wringer Models
Service supplement showing some of the 1969 and 1970 line of Kenmore washers, dryers, wringer washers and coin-operated washer models along with a description of features. Also includes information on the new Quiet-Pac design as well as a full description of the new "Enzyme Soak" feature on the top of the line models. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Kenmore |
1968 | 14 | 11mb | $4.99 |
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1974 Kelvinator Washer Line Fold-Out Brochure
Here is a sales literature brochure from Kelvinator showing off their Franklin made automatic washer line. Images, specifications and descriptions of each machine are included. Models include: W510G, W520G, W610G, W624G, W640G, W840G and W870G. This poster is scanned in at a very high resolution (600dpi) for close up viewing. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kelvinator |
1974 | 2 | 38mb | $5.99 |
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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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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.