VINTAGE OWNER'S MANUALS, SERVICE MANUALS, BROCHURES AND PUBLICATIONS
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1971 Frigidaire Commercial Washer Service Manual
Here is the first and comprehensive service manual introducing the completely redesigned Frigidaire coin-operated washers. Two models include WCS-M which is the first larger capacity, perforated tub Frigidaire commercial washer rated at 16lb as the fill level was set only to bottom of the last agitator cone. The other model WCDS-M which is the last of the Frigidaire solid tub washers, which is a solid-tub set in the 1/18 outer tub with the 1/18 transmission and suspension system. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1971 | 92 | 145mb | $14.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 4 days |
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1995 Frigidaire Laundry Appliances Brochure
Here is a full brochure showing off the WCI made Frigidaire line of automatic washers and dryers from the mid 1990's. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Frigidaire |
1995 | 0 | 41mb | $7.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 4 days |
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1972 Hotpoint Dishwasher Use and Care Guide
Here is the use and care guide to the 1972 line of Hotpoint Dishwashers. |
Dishwashers Published by: Hotpoint |
1972 | 16 | 17mb | $7.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 4 days |
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1958 Hotpoint Automatic Washer Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all 1958 Hotpoint automatic washers. 1958 was the first year Hotpoint introduced their new Co-Axial transmission. Models include:
10LW40, 10LW43, 10LW44, 10LWS44, 10LW45, 10LWW45 |
Automatic Washers Published by: Hotpoint |
1958 | 40 | 91mb | $7.99 |
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1987 Gibson Washers and Dryers Brochure
Sales literature brochure for the 1987 line of Gibson washers and dryers. Models include:
WASHER: WA28F2WT WA28M2WT WA28M4WT WA28M6WT
DRYER: DE/DG28T3WT DE/DG28ASWT DE/DG28A7WT |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Gibson |
1987 | 8 | 19mb | $7.99 |
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1935-1955 Easy Spin-Dryer Washer Parts Catalog
Here is a fascinating look at the early history of the Easy Spin-Dryer washers from what appears to be the very first model all the way through the mid 1950's. Different wash methods and agitators were designed as well as solid tub and perforated tub spinners. |
Twin Tub Washers Published by: Easy |
1955 | 107 | 78mb | $14.99 |
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1954-1955 Norge Automatic Washer Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to the '54 and '55 line of Norge automatic washers. Models include: AW-450, AW-452, AW-420, AW-410, AW-405 and AW-423. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Norge |
1954 | 33 | 23mb | $7.99 |
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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 | $7.99 |
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1949-1950 General Electric Heating Appliances Catalog
Here is a beautifully illistrated catalog showing many of General Electric's small appliances including Triple Beat Mixers, Coffee Makers, Toasters, Irons, Automatic Roasters, Waffle Makers and Sandwich Grills. |
Small Appliances Published by: General Electric |
1949 | 25 | 90mb | $7.99 |
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1961 Philco Automatic Washer and Dryer Brochures
Here is the entire 1961 line of Philco automatic washers and dryers. 1961 was the first year Philco went to a perforated wash tub design but still utilizing the 1959-1960 12lb tub capacity and wobbling "High Frequency" agitator. Models include: W-2140, W-2100, DE-6140, DG-6140. Also included at end is the full 1961 price list for dealers. Please note there are a few duplicates of certain brochures in this pdf to capture everything we have found. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Philco |
1961 | 15 | 30mb | $7.99 |
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1961 Philco Duomatic Combination Washer-Dryer Brochures
Here is the complete line of 1961 Philco Duomatic combination washer-dryers. Models include: C-716 (Left over design from 1960 models), C-714, C-712, C-710. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Philco |
1961 | 10 | 11mb | $7.99 |
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1963 Philco Duomatic Use and Care Book
Complete owner's manual to the top of the line 1963 Philco Duomatic model CE-734. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Philco |
1963 | 16 | 12mb | $7.99 |
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1966 Easy Automatic Washer Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all 1966 Easy Automatic Washers. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Easy |
1966 | 40 | 47mb | $7.99 |
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1968 Whirlpool Laundry Appliances Fax-Pac
Here is the official Whirlpool feature training book highlighting the 1968 Whirlpool washer, dryer, wringer washer and portable model 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. Introduces new "Decorator Front Panel" option with woodtone fronts! This item is scanned at 600dpi for super crisp clear text and images. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Whirlpool |
1966 | 43 | 121mb | $7.99 |
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GE Dishwasher GSD452 Use and Care Guide
Here is the complete Use and Care Guide packed with every GE GSD452 model dishwasher from the late 1970s. |
Dishwashers Published by: General Electric |
1978 | 4 | 5mb | $7.99 |
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Crosley Automatic Washer Use and Care Guide
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to the 1954 Crosley front loading automatic washer. Includes quick start guide at end. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Crosley |
1954 | 47 | 64mb | $7.99 |
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The Maytag Art of Dependability Book
Illustrations on the following pages are of quality exhibits which are being, or have been, circulated through display cases in the Maytag plants and offices. These displays are used to inform employees how their own and other departments contribute to the quality of Maytag products. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1967 | 31 | 73mb | $7.99 |
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1963 Westinghouse Laundromat Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all 1963 Westinghouse automatic washers. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1963 | 49 | 61mb | $7.99 |
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1963 Westinghouse Clothes Dryer Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all Westinghouse clothes dryers from 1963. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Westinghouse |
1963 | 37 | 45mb | $7.99 |
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Whirlpool Washer LAA5300-LAB5300 Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and use and care guide to Whirlpool automatic washer models: LAA5300, LAA5305, LAB5300. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Whirlpool |
1972 | 26 | 36mb | $7.99 |
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Very First Hotpoint Automatic Washer Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to the very first automatic washer produced by Hotpoint. Model: LC2 |
Automatic Washers Published by: Hotpoint |
1949 | 50 | 37mb | $7.99 |
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1949-1956 Hotpoint Automatic Washer Parts Catalog
Here is the comprehensive parts catalog which includes parts diagrams, part numbers and full image of each model of the earliest Hotpoint automatic washers. Even includes the rare window lid Hotpoint washer! Models include: 10LC2, 20LC2, 21LC2, 10-20LC3, 10-20LH1, 10-20LH2, 5LH7, 10LH7, 10LH8, 10-LH11, 11-LH11, 12-LH11, 10-LH12, 12-LH12, 10-LJ2, 10LH3, 10LJ11, 12LJ11, 11LJ16, 10LK1, 10LK2, 10LK11, 12LK11. 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. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Hotpoint |
1956 | 124 | 60mb | $7.99 |
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1967 Whirlpool Dishwasher Brochures
Here are some sales literature brochures highlighting the 1967 line of Whirlpool dishwashers. Models include: Built-in:
SRU-90, SRU-80, SRU-70, SRU-60
Portable: SRP-90, SRP-80, SRP-70, SRP-60, SRC-70 |
Dishwashers Published by: Whirlpool |
1967 | 12 | 34mb | $7.99 |
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1962 Philco Wonder Wash Agitator Brochure
Here is a super cool brochure for the 1962 line of Philco automatic washers. Full feature chart included. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Philco |
1962 | 9 | 6mb | $7.99 |
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Very First Staber Automatic Washer Brochure and Operating Instructions
Here is the brochure, installation and operating instructions to the very first Staber Automatic Washer. The Staber was a USA made horizonal access top loading washer, the first produced horizonal access washer since the 1947-1952 Launderall/Horton washer. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Staber |
1993 | 11 | 11mb | $7.99 |
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Philco Custom Sectional Appliances Catalog
Wonderful catalog full of beautiful illustrations of all of Philco's mid-century custom built-in appliances. Products include Custom Sectional Refrigerators and Freezers, the revolutionary new Philco Elevator Oven, Surface Cooking Sectional Units, Sectional Wall Ovens, Sectional Dishwasher as well as the Dishwasher-Sink combination unit, base cabinets and more. This new Philco Elevator Oven raises and lowers as easily as the electric window lifts on a modern automobile- up, down, or stop at the touch of your finger. No more bending or stooping with heavy roasts and fowl. Now you have the only eye-level oven that gives you a free work surface when not in use. |
Full Catalog Published by: Philco |
1956 | 16 | 22mb | $7.99 |
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Basic Service Facts - Automatic Washers
This is a fantastic beginners manual for learning how Whirlpool/Kenmore belt drive automatic washers work. Covers both how the machine washes clothes as well as the major mechanical aspects of the machine and how those parts work. Sections Include: The Principals of Washing
Electrical Components Water System Components Servicing the Gear Case and Superstructure How the Automatic Washer Operates Machine Sub-Assembly Components I highly recommend this document for anyone interested in belt-drive Whirpool or Kenmore automatic washers. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Whirlpool |
1956 | 36 | 51mb | $7.99 |
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Stow-Away Portable Washer Brochures and Owners Manual
Now these are some rare machines, Brochures for both the Slimline and Stow-Away portable washers and dryers from Norge. Also included is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to Norge's to the Stow-Away portable washer. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Norge |
1974 | 12 | 10mb | $7.99 |
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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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1964 General Electric Washer and Dryer Brochures
Here are beautiful brochures highlighting the 1964 line of GE Washers and Dryers. Images and full specifications for each model included. Models include: WA-1250Y, DA-1220Y, WA-950Y, DA-920Y, WA-805Y, DA-820Y, WA-650Y, DA-620Y, WA-550Y, DA-520Y. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: General Electric |
1964 | 18 | 36mb | $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 | $7.99 |
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1955 Bendix and Crosley Appliance Catalog
Here is the full line of Bendix and Crosley appliances. Full images and specifications for all major appliances included. |
Full Catalog Published by: Bendix |
1955 | 24 | 45mb | $7.99 |
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1955 Westinghouse Slant-Front Dryer Service Manual
Comprehensive service manual to Westinghouse Slant-Front service manual D-8 and DS-8. Sections include: Parts of the Dryer, Installation, Cycle of Operation, What To Do When, Parts Removal and Replacement. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Westinghouse |
1954 | 45 | 28mb | $7.99 |
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Hotpoint Automatic Washers and Dryers Brochure
Brochure for the brand new GE made Hotpoint Washers and Dryers. This is the very first of the GE Louisville factory made Hotpoint automatic washers. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Hotpoint |
1974 | 6 | 13mb | $5.99 |
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Beautiful Large Format Bendix Duomatic Brochure
This is an absolutely gorgeous automotive style brochure published by Bendix when they first introduced their Duomatic, the world's very first combination washer-dryer. The brochure contains everything that you could possible want to know about washing and drying in a single machine. "Let's You Live Like The Lady You Are... Now you can be the lady of the house, 7 days a week each week in the year, for years and years to come. Selecting the Bendix Duomatic for your home was the smartest choice you could have made-simply because nowhere in the whole wide world is there a single laundry appliance which can so completely transform work days into holidays for you. You'll be amazed how well you will enjoy you're Duomatic if you follow the suggestions outlined in this booklet. Read it and refer to it often." |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Bendix |
1953 | 32 | 32mb | $5.99 |
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KitchenAid 17 Series Front Loading Portable Dishwasher Brochure
Beautiful brochure highlighting all of the front loading portable dishwashers available by KitchenAid during the mid 1970s. Full images and specifications included. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1976 | 4 | 5mb | $9.99 |
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Beautiful 1954 Westinghouse Electric Ranges
Here is the entire 1954 line of Westinghouse Electric Ranges, 40" and 30" models, plus the compact models. Full images and specifications for each model offered. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Westinghouse |
1954 | 22 | 26mb | $7.99 |
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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 | $9.99 |
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1910s thru 1940s Thor Conventional Washing Machines
This 99 page document shows the complete history of Thor wringer, spinner and cylinder washers from the teens thru the late 1940s. Included are complete machine views as well as parts list for the washer section (everything below the wringer) for each machine. Models include their twin tub, cylinder, agitator, gentle hand and agitator/spinner models. Very interesting read to say the least. |
Wringer Washers Published by: Thor |
1949 | 99 | 107mb | $12.99 |
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Last Early GE Direct Drive Washer Design - Preliminary Service Manual AW6-B1
Here is the service manual created as General Electric introduced their 1950 AW6 washer design model AW6-B1. This was the last of the GE AW6 washer series with the 1140rpm spin. In '51 GE changed their washer design to their first belt-drive design. |
Automatic Washers Published by: General Electric |
1950 | 28 | 12mb | $7.99 |
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Consumer Bulletin - February 1958
Consumer Bulletin magazine was a product rating company that was started in 1928. This issue contains full descriptions/story, ratings and charts for 1958 Automatic Dishwashers. Brands rated include: American Kitchens, Frigidaire, General Electric, Hotpoint, James, Kelvinator, KitchenAid, RCA Whirlpool, Westinghouse and Youngstown. The brands are segregated between Recommended and Intermediate. Before you read the article see if you can guess which brands will be put in which category. To my surprise I got it completely wrong! Other ratings include: Those unreadable labels on food packages Motor scooters from Europe The 1958 Rambler- Discussion and rating How to choose a pair of binoculars Hazardous new electric teapots A word of caution for car owners Adhesives for household use Electronic organs for the home, with ratings of spinet models Safeguarding electrical equipment by grounding New 35 mm. cameras and slide projectors Moisture in fuel oil tanks Electric lamp bulbs The heating system of your school and its controls |
Miscellaneous Published by: Consumer Bulletin |
1958 | 40 | 38mb | $5.99 |
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New Easy Riviera Automatic Washer Use and Care
Here is a rare owners manual and operating instructions for the Easy's middle-of-the-Line washer in the early 60s. Models ABK. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Easy |
1960 | 12 | 9mb | $7.99 |
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Maytag Washpower Automatic Operating Instructions for model A206S
8.5" x 11" operating instruction card that came with newly designed Center-Dial Maytag Washers. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1966 | 2 | 2mb | $7.99 |
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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 |
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KitchenAid 17 Series Dishwasher Built-In Brochures and Owners Manual
Full brochure with images and complete specifications as well as the complete owners manual for KitchenAid 17 series dishwashers. Brochure for models: KDS-17, KDI-17, KDC-17 and KDI-17.
Owners manual for models: portables: KDS-57, KDI-57, built-ins: KDS-17, KDI-17, KDC-17 and KDI-17, sink combination: KDC-37. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1974 | 26 | 23mb | $9.99 |
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Apex Fold-a-Matic Brochure
Here is the brochure for Apex's Mangle Ironer the "Fold-a-Matic. Full images and specifications included. |
Ironers Published by: Apex |
1953 | 2 | 3mb | $5.99 |
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1975 Speed Queen Electric and Gas Dryer Brochures
Here is the full line of '75 Speed Queen automatic dryers, both gas and electric. Brochures include images of all machines, plus full details and specifications. Also included is a feature comparison chart between the models as well as a "Automatic Dryer Features and Explanations" write up for sales people. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Speed Queen |
1975 | 21 | 21mb | $5.99 |
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Mobile Maid Automatic Dishwasher Brochures
Absolutely beautiful brochures showing off GE's 1963 line of portable top-loading dishwashers, both spray-arm and impeller machines. |
Dishwashers Published by: General Electric |
1963 | 12 | 30mb | $5.99 |
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Here it is - The Great New Maytag Automatic Washer
This is a guide given to dealers and service personnel introduction Maytag's very first automatic washer. It contains adorable mid-century style illustrations describing the new machine in great detail. Explains how it works, what the cycle does and how to take it apart and troubleshoot any issue. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1949 | 54 | 35mb | $7.99 |
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1974 Siemens Washers - Dryers - Ironers Brochure
Here is an English language brochure from German made Siemens appliances highlighting all the features of their top loading automatic washers, combination washer-dryers, dryers and ironers. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Siemens |
1974 | 16 | 57mb | $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.