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Appliance Manufacturer Magazine - June 1959


Published by Appliance Manufacturer in 1959-- 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.

Number of Pages: 124
File Size: 47mb
Download Fee: $12.99

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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 This information is presented as a educational/historical reference on vintage products of the past.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.


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Thumbnail Image of Download 1972 Kenmore Washer Owners Manual
Here is the owners manual, wash guide, parts list and installation instructions packed with every 600 series Kenmore automatic washer from 1972. Models include: 110.7204610, 110.7204660, 110.7205610, 110.7205660.


Automatic Washers
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Kenmore
1972 48 56mb $14.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1954 Kenmore Washer Owners Manual
Here is the complete use and care guide to the 1954 Kenmore Automatic Washer.


Automatic Washers
Published by:
Kenmore
1954 20 26mb $11.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1959 Kenmore Automatic Washer Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to the middle of the line Kenmore Alphabet Automatic Washer from 1959.


Automatic Washers
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Kenmore
1959 20 28mb $11.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download Electrolux XII Vacuum Cleaner Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and use/care guide to Electrolux Vacuum model XII.


Vacuum Cleaners
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Electrolux Vacuum (now Aerus)
1933 36 43mb $11.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1967 Easy Automatic Washer Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to Easy automatic washers from 1967. Models include: WA-355, WA-344, WA-323, WA-322, WA-3226, WA-321.

Sections include: Specifications, Features, Installation, Servicing and Troubleshooting.
Automatic Washers
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Easy
1967 60 72mb $12.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download Construction and Operation of the Bendix Home Laundry
Here is an early service manual for Bendix bolt-down front-loading automatic washers. It covers the pre-war models. Parts catalog at the end also covers post war models up to the early 1950's.

Sections include:
Construction and Operation
Installing
Servicing
The Business of Service
Washing Practice
Parts Catalog

Models: S-101, B-201, S-110, B-210, B-215, B-211, B-212
Automatic Washers
Published by:
Bendix
1941 181 182mb $14.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1948 General Electric Dishwasher Service Manual
Here is service manual for servicing all GE dishwashers from the late 1940s.

Sections include:
General Information
Removal of Stains & Films on China and Glassware
Service Qualities of Dinnerware
Type S-10 Dishwasher Mechanism and Washing Cycle
Operation of Dishwasher
Operating Cycle
Basic Assemblies of the S-10 Dishwasher Mechanism
Service Adjustment and Replacement of Parts
Operational Complaint Charts
Dishwashers
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General Electric
1948 53 $12.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download Maytag Super Highlander Washer Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and use/care guide to Maytag washer model A502 and A502S (suds-saver model).


Automatic Washers
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Maytag
1961 21 19mb $11.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1957 Frigidaire Control-Tower Washers and Dryers Poster
Here is an oversized wall poster advertising the 1957 line of Frigidaire washers and dryers.

Scanned at high resolution this is a beautifully illustrated poster with images and full feature descriptions plus specifications.
Automatic Washers & Dryers
Published by:
Frigidaire
1957 2 52mb $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1957 Whirlpool Dishwasher Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to both built-in front loading and portable top loading whirlpool Dishwashers.

Models include: W-5770010, W-5770000, W-5872110
Dishwashers
Published by:
Whirlpool
1957 42 66mb $12.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1959 Speed Queen Washer Owners Manual
Here is the owners manual and operating instructions to Speed Queen automatic washer models: A21, A22 and A24.


Automatic Washers
Published by:
Speed Queen
1959 28 29mb $11.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1989 Whirlpool Laundry Appliances Catalog
Here is the complete laundry line from Whirlpool from the late 1980s. Complete images and specifications for each model shown.


Automatic Washers & Dryers
Published by:
Whirlpool
1989 16 37mb $14.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1972 Westinghouse Dishwashers Fold-Out Wall Poster
Here is a great wall poster highlighting the features and specifications of all Westinghouse built-in and portable dishwashers from the early 1970s.

Please note fold lines of the poster are visible as they could not be removed during the clean up process however all text and images are still completely visible.
Dishwashers
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Westinghouse
1972 2 42mb $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1964 Frigidaire Automatic Washer Wall Poster
Here is a large scan of both sides of a big wall poster showing off Frigidaire automatic washers and their matching dryers.

Models include: WCI-64, WIA-64, WDA-64, WCD-64, WD-64, WCDA-64.

Full size poster scanned at high resolution gives great views to zoom-in on.
Automatic Washers
Published by:
Frigidaire
1964 0 40mb $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download Walk Away from Washday Drudgery by Bendix
Here is a wonder advertising book produced by Bendix to show off their Front Loading washers, rubber squeeze tub top-loading washers, dryer and ironer.


Automatic Washers
Published by:
Bendix
1952 16 21mb $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1972 Brandford-Grants Washer and Dryer Fold-Out Brochure
Here is a RARE piece of sales literature from Grant's who produced the Bradford name of laundry appliances. These machines were built by Franklin.

Full fold-out brochure highlighting their lines of washers and dryers with images and specifications included.
Automatic Washers & Dryers
Published by:
Bradford
1972 4 $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1956 Ironrite Ironer Owners Manual
Here is the full use and care and how to iron different types of clothing manual to Ironrite model 95.


Ironers
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Ironrite
1956 28 74mn $11.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1960 Hotpoint Automatic Washer Use and Care Guide
Here is the use and care guide packed with every 1960 Hotpoint automatic washer model LW060.


Automatic Washers
Published by:
Hotpoint
1960 5 5mb $11.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1953 Hotpoint Laundry Appliances Brochure
Here is a beautifully illustrated brochure for the 1953 Line of the Hotpoint automatic washer, dryer and ironer.


Automatic Washers & Dryers
Published by:
Hotpoint
1953 18 31mb $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1963 Frigidaire Dishwasher Brochures
Here are two brochures for Frigidaire dishwashers both undercounter and top-loading portable models.


Dishwashers
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Frigidaire
1963 0 23mb $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1967 Westinghouse Washer and Dryer Brochure
Here are the sales literature brochures for the Top of the Line Westinghouse top-loading washer and electric clothes dryer for 1967. Models: LAH850, DEH850.


Automatic Washers & Dryers
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Westinghouse
1967 8 26mb $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1951 Hotpoint Dishwasher Owners Manual
Complete Use/Care and Owners Manual for all 1951 Hotpoint Dishwashers, Disposers and sink combinations.

Models include: MC-16, MD-5, MC-14.
Dishwashers
Published by:
Hotpoint
1951 28 49mb $11.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1959 Whirlpool Appliances Catalog
Here is a complete catalog showing all Whirlpool home appliances available for the 1959 line.

Products include:
Kitchen Cabinets and sinks,
Dishwashers,
Disposers,
Cooking Appliances,
Refrigerator/Freezers,
Automatic Washers,
Dryers,
Combination Washer/Dryer,
Air Conditioners,
Vacuum Cleaners,
Ice Cube Makers.
Full Catalog
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Whirlpool
1959 24 80mb $14.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1953 Bendix Economat Automatic Washer Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to the top of the line Bendix Economat washer with the rubber squeeze tub.


Automatic Washers
Published by:
Bendix
1953 28 29mb $11.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download Whirlpool Washer Owners Manual Model LXA8700
Here is the complete Operating Instructions and Laundry Guide to Whirlpool Automatic Washer Model LXA8700.


Automatic Washers
Published by:
Whirlpool
1970 24 42mb $11.99

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Thumbnail Image of Download 1959 General Electric Range-Oven Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all 1959 Electric Ranges.

S line (1959) models include:
J299S, J301S, J302S, J303S, J305S, J308S, J400S, J401S, J403S, J405S, J408S, J411S

Sections include service and information on:
Automatic Surface Unit
Operation
Recalibration
Replacement
Testing
Trouble Shooting
Backsplasher
Backsplasher Glass
Backsplasher Trim
Bake Unit
Broil Unit
Broil Unit Terminal Block
Cooktop
Fluorescent Light
Fluorescent Light Sockets
Fluorescent Light Switch
Fluorescent Light Ballast
Fluorescent Light Hood
Fuse and Appliance Receptacle
Glass Window
Grill
Ground Strap
Handles
Hinge Lever Insert
Main Power Terminal Block
Meat Thermometer
Meat Thermometer Crystal
Model Description
Nameplate
Nomenclature
Oven —
Oven Door
Oven Door Seal
Oven Liner
Oven Light
Oven Light Switch
Oven Unit Switch
Oven Thermostat
Oven Vents
Rotisserie
Rotisserie Motor
Serial Number
Surface Units
Surface Unit Switches
Storage Drawers
Switch Trim
Timer
Timer Operation
Summary of Features
Wiring Diagrams

If you're looking for the Use and Care Guide to these ranges please see this document:

1959 GE Electric Range Use and Care Guide
Ranges/Stoves
Published by:
General Electric
1959 47 50mb $14.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download Hotpoint Customline Oven and Surface-Cooktop Unit Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and use and care guide to 1958 Hotpoint Customline Built-in Cooking Appliances.

Models include:
Customline Surface Cooktops: RM701, RN101, RK501, RK601

Customline Golden Plug-in Griddle

Cutomline Built-In Ovens: RJ111, RJ206, RJ601, RL701

Please note this document was donated to the library in pre-scanned pdf format. It is scanned at high-resolution but there are some slightly areas of blurring and discoloration, however it is completely readable and usable.
Ranges/Stoves
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Hotpoint
1958 64 24mb $12.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download Gibson Washer and Dryer Brochures
Here are some full brochures with images and specifications for the 1981 line of Gibson washers and dryers. These machines were Franklin style at this time.


Automatic Washers & Dryers
Published by:
Gibson
1981 10 17mb $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 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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Thumbnail Image of Download Leisure is your Washword with your Kenmore Combination Washer-Dryer
Now this is super cool, today's doctrine pdf file contains the packet of information that was packed with your new Kenmore Turbomatic Combination Washer-Dryer including the 33 1/3rpm record! Contents include:

Full owners manual for both the Lady Kenmore and Model "50" combos in both electric and gas,

Service Contract information card,

Installation instructions for the electric model,

Parts list for models 110.5910903 and 110.5910953,

The record that was packed with every Kenmore washer, dryer or combo. The sound recording of the record is embeded with the record image on the last page so you can listen to what exactly was on this record! Simply click the play button at the top of the image of the record.

Combination Washer/Dryers
Published by:
Kenmore
1960 38 34mb $11.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1965 Philco Automatic Washer Brochures
Here are some wonderful brochures for the entire 1965 line of Philco automatic washers. 1965 was the introduction of Philco's color-key push button controls. All models are "Blades-of-Water" action.

Models include: W-2F1, W-2F2, W-2F3, W-2F4 (Custom), W-2F6 (Imperial) and W-2F8 (Custom Imperial)
Automatic Washers
Published by:
Philco
1965 16 54mb $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1951 General Electric Refrigerator Owners Manual
Complete use and care guide/owner's manual to General Electric Refrigerators of the early 1950's.

Models include:LF-11J, LF-8J, LCS-8J
Refrigerators/Freezers
Published by:
General Electric
1951 40 38mb $12.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download Whirlpool Automatic Washer Operating Instructions - Model LHA5300
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to belt-drive Whirlpool washer model LHA5300.


Automatic Washers
Published by:
Whirlpool
1978 12 6mb $11.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1969 Westinghouse Dishwasher Service Manual
Complete service manual to late 1960's Westinghouse made convertible dishwashers.

Sections include: Specifications, Installation, Explanation of Components, Explanation of Timer Cycles, Conversion to Built-In Dishwasher, Parts Identification, Trouble Diagnosis, Parts Replacement and Adjustment, Chemistry of Water, Dishwasher Problems.
Dishwashers
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Westinghouse
1969 68 39mb $12.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download Carefree Washing the GE Way
Full owners manual and operating instructions to the 1954 GE Automatic Washers.


Automatic Washers
Published by:
General Electric
1954 39 12mb $11.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download Speed Queen Coin-Operated Washer and Dryer Brochures
Brochures highlighting Speed Queen's commercial laundry line in the 1974. Full images and specifications for each model included.


Automatic Washers & Dryers
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Speed Queen
1974 10 12mb $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1976 Kenmore Washer Service Manual
Retail generic service manual covering all Kenmore washers both full size and portable models. Sections include:

Predelivery Requirements
Installation Procedure
Moving Preparations

Component Description & Service Procedures:
Water System
Mechanical System
Electrical System
Cycle of Operation
Compact Washers
Troubleshooting Charts
Wiring Terminal Designation
Wiring Diagrams and how to read them
Lubrication Instructions
Sample Parts List
Automatic Washers
Published by:
Kenmore
1976 84 93mb $14.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download NOW... make washday a JOY, instead of a JOB
Users Guide and Owners Manuals for the '62 lower end model series 2430, 2420, 2410 and 2400. Illustrations, control dial views and full cycle charts included for each model.


Automatic Washers
Published by:
Kenmore
1962 28 19mb $11.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download Maytag Electrical Testing Guide
This booklet shows how to do all kinds of electrical tests on Maytag Washers, Dryers and Combos from the late 50s thru the mid 60s.


Automatic Washers & Dryers
Published by:
Maytag
1965 41 6mb $12.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download Preway Built-In Gas Kichens
Full brochure highlighting the entire Preway appliance line including the only gas dishwasher ever produced, built-in cooktops, built-in ovens, built-in gas compact range as well as matching range hoods.


Full Catalog
Published by:
Preway
1963 12 14mb $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 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 $12.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download Appliance Manufacturer Magazine - February 1960
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:

Very cool article on Maytag's new all-pushbutton Automatic Washer.

How Westinghouse's Roast Guard feature works on their electric ranges.

New packaging design for GE Appliances.
Trade Publications
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Appliance Manufacturer
1960 98 40mb $12.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download Maytag Technical Bulletin 1 and 2
Technical bulletins produced by Maytag describing their Automatic Washer and Dryer cycles, the advantages surrounding them and reasons behind their design.


Automatic Washers
Published by:
Maytag
1974 7 4mb $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1959 Hotpoint Dryer Brochures
Brochures for Hotpoint's three most top of the line automatic dryers from '59 including the water condenser dryers models. Models shows are LC970, LC950 and LB31.


Clothes Dryers
Published by:
Hotpoint
1959 8 12mb $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download The Use and Care of your New Waste King Universal Dishwasher Dryer
Full owners manual and operating instructions for all Waste King dishwashers from the mid 1960's.


Dishwashers
Published by:
Waste King
1964 21 9mb $11.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download A Helpful Catalog of Frigidaire Products For the Home
Here is a complete product catalog from General Motors highlighting their 1951 line of Frigidaire major home appliances.

Products include:
Refrigerators, Electric Ranges, Automatic Washers, Dryers, Mangle Ironers, Electric Water Heaters, Kitchen Cabinets and Sinks, Room Air Conditioners and Dehumidifiers.
Full Catalog
Published by:
Frigidaire
1951 8 9mb $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1955 ABC-O-Matic Automatic Washer and Dryer Brochures
Here are some wonderful brochures highlighting the 1955 line of ABC's automatic laundry equipment. Washer models include the 80, 53G, and semi-automatic model 90. Dryers include model C, G, and B.


Automatic Washers
Published by:
ABC-O-Matic
1955 12 8mb $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 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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Thumbnail Image of Download Maytag AMP Washer Sales Brochure
When Maytag first introduced their automatic washer in 1949 they produced this beautiful large 8.5" x 11" brochure. The Maytag AMP design was used until 1958 when the dependable Helical Drive design was introduced.


Automatic Washers
Published by:
Maytag
1949 17 24mb $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download General Electric Homemaker News
A newspaper sized publication created by GE and sent to their retailers to be given away to housewives in the early 50s.

Articles include:
G. E. Presents Entirely New - All-Automatic Washer
Washing Made Easy With New G.E. All Automatic Washer
Attractive Spring Salad Combinations
Strawberry Fruit Tarts
Questions And Answers On The New Deluxe Automatic Washer
How To Tint Clothes In Your Automatic Washer
How To Make A Good Salad
Plan Your New Laundry Now
Cheese Pumpkins
Make Use Of The Scraps
Quick Frosting
Three Kitchen Work Centers
Winners Announced In Electrical Dealer's "Answer The Objection" Washer Contest
Let Washer Help With Housecleaning
Stain Removal Chart
Miscellaneous
Published by:
General Electric
1950 4 15mb $8.99

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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.