VINTAGE OWNER'S MANUALS, SERVICE MANUALS, BROCHURES AND PUBLICATIONS
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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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1987 Whirlpool Laundry Products Catalog
Here is a wonderful brochure highlighting the 1987 line of Whirlpool Washers and Dryers. Models include washers: LA3400XS, LA4400XS LA5400XS, LA6300XS, LA5000XS, LA5300XS, LA5500XS, LA5700XS, LA6150XS, LA7700XS, LA3800XS, LA5380XS, LA5580XS, LA5800XS, LA7800XS, LABBOOXS, LA9800XS. dryers: LE/G2000XS, LE/G3000XS, LE/G5700XS, LE/G5800XS, LE/G6150XS, LE/G7800XS, LE/G9800XS. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Whirlpool |
1987 | 24 | 67mb | $14.99 |
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1960 Hotpoint Automatic Washer Brochures
Here are beuatiful brochures for the 1960 line of Hotpoint Automatic Washers. Models include: LW090, LW070, LW060, LW050, LW0506, LW030, LW025. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Hotpoint |
1960 | 16 | 67mb | $8.99 |
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1960 Hotpoint Dryer Brochures
Brochures highligting the 1960 line of Hotpoint clothes dryers. Modes Include: LC090, LB090, LB070, LB050, LB030 |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Hotpoint |
1960 | 10 | 38mb | $8.99 |
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1963 Pyrex Glassware Retail Catalog
Here is a wonderful and rare catalog of Pyrex-ware glass kitchen products. Products include: Clear ovenware, Town & Country, Turquoise, Early American, Pink, Primary sets, Casseroles, Coffee pots, saucepans, double boilers, dishware and tumblers, salt/pepper shakers. Full retail price list included at end for all products. |
Full Catalog Published by: Pyrex |
1963 | 0 | 47mb | $14.99 |
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1960 Hotpoint Cooking Appliances Brochures
Beautiful brochures highlighting the 1960 line of electric ranges, cooktops, built-in ovens and the Customline Crest line of ranges as well. Models include:
RB75-A, RB65-A, RB45-A, RB18-A, RB15-A, RA-301, RA-101, CustomLine Crest RU75-A, RU45-A, RR25-A, RJ85-A, RJ65-A, RJ35-A, RJ34-A, RJ15-A, RL75-A, RJ77-A, RJ-76A, |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Hotpoint |
1960 | 38 | 150mb | $14.99 |
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1984 General Electric Washer Use and Care Book
Here is the complete owners manual and use/care guide to GE Automatic Washer model WWA8364V. |
Automatic Washers Published by: General Electric |
1984 | 32 | 63mb | $11.99 |
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1962 General Electric Washers and Dryers Brochures
Here are beautiful brochures for the 1962 line of GE automatic washers, combination washer/dryers, utility sink washer and dryers. High resolution scan of 600dpi for crisp Images and full specifications included. Models include... Washers: WA-1050W, WA-950W, WA-850W, WA-750W, WA-650W, WA-550W Dryers: DA-1020W, DA-920W, DA-820W, DA-720W, DA-620W, DA-520W Utility/Sink Washer: WB2050W Undercounter Dryer: DU2020W Combination Washer/Dryers: WD-860W, WD-560W |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: General Electric |
1962 | 32 | 149mb | $14.99 |
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GE Pull-Out Dishwasher Operating Guide
Here is the complete owners manual and operating use/care instructions to 1962 General Electric pull-out built-in dishwashers models: SU66 and SU60. |
Dishwashers Published by: General Electric |
1962 | 24 | 35mb | $11.99 |
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1962 General Electric Range-Oven Brochures
Here are beautiful brochures for the 1962 line of GE free standing electric ranges and cooking appliances, including the Americana models!
High resolution scan of 600dpi for crisp Images and full specifications included.
Models include... J790W, J792W, J760W, J762W, J791W, J761W, J763W, J408W, J750W, J304W, J404W, J303W, J403W, J406W, J402W, J302W, J400W, J401W, J301W, J299W. Also included is the planning dimensions book the Americana model J790W. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: General Electric |
1962 | 0 | 150mb | $14.99 |
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Maytag Washer Model 142B-142SB Owners Manual
Here is a rare owners manual on the first major center-dial Maytag automatic washer. Models include both 142B and 142SB (suds saver model). |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1958 | 26 | 8mb | $11.99 |
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1990 Maytag Washers and Dryers Brochure
Beautiful brochure highlighting the 2nd to last generation of helical drive Newton made Maytag laundry appliances. Models include:
washers: A9800, A9700, A9400, A9200, A7800, A7500, A7300.
dryers: D9900, D9800, D7600, D7500, D7400, D4000. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Maytag |
1990 | 16 | 32mb | $14.99 |
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1970 Maytag Dishwasher Brochure
Very fun brochure highligting the Maytag top-of-the line dishwasher of the early 1970s. |
Dishwashers Published by: Maytag |
1970 | 6 | 29mb | $8.99 |
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1965 Westinghouse Top-Loading Washer Brochures
Here are brochures produced right after the switch-over to Westinghouse's own design of top-loading automatic washers. Models include: LAF200, LAF400 and LAF600. Dryers are also shown: DTF200, DTF400/DGF400 and DTF600/DGF600 |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1965 | 12 | 53mb | $8.99 |
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1954 Whirlpool Home Laundry Appliances Book
Here is an absolute beautifully illustrated catalog in book form from Whirlpool highlighting their 1954 line of home laundry appliances. Products include automatic washers, dryers, wringer washers and mangle ironer. Scanned at 600ddpi high resolution for a beautiful pdf file. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Whirlpool |
1954 | 52 | 171mb | $14.99 |
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Early Kenmore Dishwasher Owners Manual
I'm guessing this book is from around 1956. This is probably the first front-loading home dishwasher ever marketed by Kenmore. It's made by D&M. The dishwasher in the earlier Sears catalogs was marketed under the name Homart as a top-loading machine. Full operating instructions, cycle chart, installation instructions and parts list included. |
Dishwashers Published by: Kenmore |
1956 | 36 | 40mb | $12.99 |
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1957 Easy Automatic Washer Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to the 1957 line of Easy Automatic Washers. Models include ACG-A, ACG-S-A. Sectons Inlcude:
UNCRATING AND INSPECTION CABINET DIMENSIONS FULL SPECIFICATIONS INSTALLATION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CYCLE OF OPERATION CHART-Normal Fabric Cycle CYCLE OF OPERATION CHART-Fine Fabric Cycle DISMANTLING REASSEMBLY DISMANTLING-OPERATING MECHANISM REASSEMBLY-OPERATING MECHANISM REPLACEMENT OF PARTS ADJUSTMENTS INOPERATIVE CONDITIONS OR COMPLAINTS WITH CORRECTIONS WARRANTY POLICY WIRING DIAGRAM |
Automatic Washers Published by: Easy |
1957 | 84 | 41mb | $12.99 |
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James Dishwasher Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to all James Sweep-Flow Dishwashers from the early and mid 1950's. A fascinating look at the clear top see through dishwasher. |
Dishwashers Published by: James |
1952 | 20 | 11mb | $11.99 |
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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 | $12.99 |
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1969 Norge Automatic Washer Owners Manual
Here is the complete Use and Care guide along with the Washing Guide for Norge automatic washer model AWK1820. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Norge |
1969 | 48 | 57mb | $11.99 |
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Appliance Manufacturer Magazine - April Home Laundry Issue
Appliance Manufacturer 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 design and manufacturing areas of Major Appliances, Small Appliances, Small Electrics, Radios, Televisions and other electric home products from the mid-20th century. Of particular interest: Speed Queen redesigns it's coin-op washers with 14 distinct changes. Norge changes automatic washers cabinets to zinc clad steel. Packaged laundry centers by Westinghouse and Hotpoint. Including a Westinghouse Laundromat and sink combo built right over the washer. Hotpoint drying cabinet. Hotpoint's high controls and automatic bulk bins that dispense detergent, bleach and softener automatically! I'm not sure if any of these came into full production. |
Trade Publications Published by: Appliance Manufacturer |
1960 | 140 | 60mb | $12.99 |
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Room Air Conditioner Brochure
Full brochure for the Gambles room air conditioner. |
Air Conditioners Published by: Marquette (Gambles Stores) |
1953 | 2 | 4mb | $8.99 |
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1958 Whirlpool Electric and Gas Range Brochures
Beautiful brochures showing off many of the ranges available on the '58 line of Whirlpool cooking appliances. Models include: Imperial 40" Electric (E-299), Imperial 40" Electric (E-295), Supreme 40" Electric (E-291), Mark XXX 30" Electric (E-378), Imperial 30" Electric (E-376), Deluxe 40" Gas (G-324), Deluxe 24" Gas (G-310). |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Whirlpool |
1958 | 14 | 23mb | $8.99 |
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Hoover Comprehensive Vacuum Cleaner Parts Catalog
Here is an extensive collection of parts diagrams with descriptions of the parts and part numbers for many years of Hoover vacuums. 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 vintage Hoover vacuum cleaners. Models included in this catalog include: 12/14 28 29 31/32/33/34/35/36 41/42/50/51/53/55 61 62/63/64 65/66/67/68/69/70 82/84/84B/85/86/87/88 91 115 334 344 348 404/409 415 434/444/454 564/574 584 589/593 634 704/704-01/706/707/714 719/728 843/858 913/913-01 918 1010/1020/1030/1060/ 1070/1076 1100/1110/1118/1120/ 1130/1136/1140/1149/ 1151/1157/1170/1176/ 1178/U6003/U6007 1330/1340/1348 2000/2001/2010/2011/ 2017 2040/2048/S302l/S3023 2100/2110/2120 2200/2201/2204/2208/ 2210/2260/2266 2610/2720/2726 2800 2830/2836 2900/2901/2910/2911 2940 2941/2950 2951/2970 2960/2980/2904 U4001/U4019/U4021/ U4003/U4005/U4007/ U4009 S3001 S3003 S3005 S2003/S2005/S2007 |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Hoover |
1973 | 139 | 67mb | $12.99 |
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Hotpoint Customline Kitchens
Brochure for Hotpoint's built in kitchen appliances. Ovens, surface cooktop sections, refrigerators and freezers. |
Miscellaneous Published by: Hotpoint |
1958 | 8 | 16mb | $8.99 |
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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 | $11.99 |
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Workless Washdays with a Bendix Economat Automatic Washer
Full owners manual and operating instructions to Bendix's very first rubber squeeze tub automatic washer. This machine did not spin, it utilized a rubber tub and a vacuum system that forced the rubber tub inward to squeeze to clothes against the perforated agitator. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Bendix |
1949 | 28 | 13mb | $11.99 |
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1973 800 Series Kenmore Washer Owners Manual and Part List
Complete Use and Care/Operating Instructions and Parts list to Kenmore Automatic Washer models: 110.7304811 and 110.7305811 |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kenmore |
1973 | 20 | 16mb | $11.99 |
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1955 Hotpoint Automatic Dryer Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to the all 1955 Hotpoint automatic dryers, both air-flow (model LB1) and water condensing model (model LG2). Sections Include:
Dimensions-LG2 Dryer Dimensions-LB 1 Dryer Operation of LG2 Condenser Dryer Operation of LB1 Blower Dryer Installation lnstructions-LG2 Dryer Installation lnstructions-LB1 Dryer SERVICING LG2 & LB1 Timer & Control Dial LG2 & LB 1 Thermostat LG2 & LB1 High-Limit Thermal Cut-Out LG2 & LB1 Heating Units LG2 & LB1 Motor LG2 & LB1 Door Gasket, Door Panels, & Door Latch LG2 & LB 1 Door Switch LG2 & LB 1 Cabinet Panels LG2 & LB 1 Drum Housing Panel LG2 & LB1 Drum LG2 & LB1 Main Bearing LG2 & LB1 Idler Pulley & Arm Assembly LG2 Water Inlet Valve LG2 Condensing Chamber LG2 Drain Pump LB1 Blower Assembly LG2 Wiring Diagram LB 1 Wiring Diagram |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Hotpoint |
1965 | 24 | 24mb | $12.99 |
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Guide to the most work-free washday known with Whirlpool Automatic Washer
Here is the owners manual packed with every 1957 Whirlpool Automatic Washer. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Whirlpool |
1957 | 20 | 13mb | $11.99 |
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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 | $12.99 | |
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All New Easy Spiralator Automatic
Beautiful brochure for the Easy Automatic Washer model ADC. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Easy |
1955 | 4 | 6mb | $8.99 |
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Early Frigidaire Double Rinse Washer Service Manual
Here is the earliest Frigidaire automatic washer service manual we have found. It is from 1949 for models WJ-60 (1947), WJ-60A (1947-48), WK-60 (1948), WL-60 (1949). Included is also the complete servicing supplement covering the 1950-1952 WO-65 washer. This service manual is very comprehensive including complete Unimatic transmission tear down and rebuild instructions. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1949 | 77 | 70mb | $12.99 |
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1980 Frigidaire Parts and Accessory Catalog
This is the last Parts catalog produced by General Motors/Frigidaire before the Frigidaire division was sold off to WCI in 1980. This has the final replacement part numbers for GM/Frigidaire parts as some of the earlier part numbers were consolidated into updated replacement part numbers. It is the complete parts listings of all major serviceable parts for all post-war Frigidaire Major Appliances through 1979. Full listings of major parts and their part number is included. Ranges 1946-1979
Refrigerators 1946-1979
Washers 1947-1979 (including 1-18 and Laundry Center models) Dryers 1952-1979 Dishwashers 1955-1979 Air Conditioners 1947-1979 Plus accessories for all appliances. 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 appliance. |
Full Catalog Published by: Frigidaire |
1980 | 228 | 177mb | $14.99 |
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1950 Westinghouse Clothes Dryer Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and use/care guide to the 1950 Westinghouse Clothes Dryer model D-5. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Westinghouse |
1950 | 20 | 10mb | $11.99 |
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Norge Wringer Washer Operating Instructions
Full operating instructions for Norge wringer washers from the early 70's. |
Wringer Washers Published by: Norge |
1970 | 4 | 2mb | $12.99 |
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1974 Taller Tumbler and Higher Dryer Brochures
Brochures and spec sheets for the 1974 Westinghouse front-control front load washer and matching dryer. See the very first front load washer and dryer with Pedalstals! No the washer/dryer pedalstal was not a 21st invention! |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Westinghouse |
1974 | 8 | 11mb | $8.99 |
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L-8 Westinghouse Laundomat Service Manual
Comprehensive service manual for all mid 1950s Westinghouse Laundromat front loading automatic washers. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1955 | 44 | 32mb | $12.99 |
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Whirlpool Automatic Washer Operating Instructions
Complete Use & Care Guide and Operating Instructions packed with Whirlpool washer models: LWA7700 and Suds-Miser Model LWA-7705. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Whirlpool |
1970 | 24 | 32mb | $11.99 |
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1950 Hotpoint Servicegram Electric Range Service Manual
1950 Hotpoint Servicegram Manual covering Electric Ranges. Sections include: Accessory & Optional Equipment Available to
1950 Hotpoint Range Line (Chart)
Apartment House Hotpoint Range Base Trim for Low Cost 1950 Range Inoperative Range Thermostats Installing a Minute Minder in RB38 Range Installing the llRXll Range Timer Accessory Instant Heat Calrod Unit Instructions for Rewiring Oven Units Oven Problems (Emissivity) Panel Alignment Procedure for Determining the Accuracy of the TC300 and TC400 Testers Pushbutton Switch Switch Knobs UFllP50 Supersedes UF9P50 Unit Timer Repairs Trouble & Remedy Chart for Hotpoint Range Hotpoint's Servicegrams were produced 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. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Hotpoint |
1950 | 26 | 19mb | $14.99 |
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Operating Instruction Card
Operating Instructions for Whirlpool washers Models LAA5600; LAA5605 (with SUDS-MISER-8® system) |
Automatic Washers Published by: Whirlpool |
1974 | 3 | 3mb | $11.99 |
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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.