VINTAGE OWNER'S MANUALS, SERVICE MANUALS, BROCHURES AND PUBLICATIONS
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1953-1960 Westinghouse Service Beacons
Here is a random sampling of Westinghouse Service Beacons from '53-'60. These are service bulletins that were released every few months on Westinghouse appliances. They include tips on servicing, new procedures and product changes. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Westinghouse |
1960 | 230 | 222mb | $12.99 |
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1961-1962 Westinghouse Service Beacons
Here is a random sampling of Westinghouse Service Beacons from '61 thru '62 These are service bulletins that were released every few months on Westinghouse appliances. They include tips on servicing, new procedures and product changes. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Westinghouse |
1962 | 268 | 176mb | $12.99 |
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1963-1965 Westinghouse Service Beacons
Here is a random sampling of Westinghouse Service Beacons from '63 thru '65 These are service bulletins that were released every few months on Westinghouse appliances. They include tips on servicing, new procedures and product changes. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Westinghouse |
1965 | 274 | 218mb | $12.99 |
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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 Published by: Kenmore |
1972 | 48 | 56mb | $14.99 |
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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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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 Published by: Kenmore |
1959 | 20 | 28mb | $11.99 |
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Electrolux XII Vacuum Cleaner Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and use/care guide to Electrolux Vacuum model XII. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Electrolux Vacuum (now Aerus) |
1933 | 36 | 43mb | $11.99 |
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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 Published by: Easy |
1967 | 60 | 72mb | $12.99 |
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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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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 Published by: General Electric |
1948 | 53 | $12.99 | |
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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 Published by: Maytag |
1961 | 21 | 19mb | $11.99 |
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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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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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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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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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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 Published by: Westinghouse |
1972 | 2 | 42mb | $8.99 |
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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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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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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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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 Published by: Ironrite |
1956 | 28 | 74mn | $11.99 |
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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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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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1963 Frigidaire Dishwasher Brochures
Here are two brochures for Frigidaire dishwashers both undercounter and top-loading portable models. |
Dishwashers Published by: Frigidaire |
1963 | 0 | 23mb | $8.99 |
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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 Published by: Westinghouse |
1967 | 8 | 26mb | $8.99 |
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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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Washdays Have Happy Endings Too with your new Frigidaire Automatic Dryer
Full owners manual and operating instructions that was packed with every 1957 Frigidaire Automatic Dryer. Imperial Filtrator, Deluxe and Super Air-Flow models DI-57, DD-57 and DS-57. This is one of my most favorite manuals that Frigidaire produced, colorful and full of wonderful photographs and hand drawn illustrations. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Frigidaire |
1957 | 24 | 10mb | $11.99 |
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1918 Walker Dishwasher Brochure
The Walker Brothers company produced one of the very first mass-marketed dishwashers in the early 20th century. This company was purchased by General Electric in the early 1930's and was the predecessor of the General Electric automatic dishwasher. Please note these scans are done a slightly lower resolution due to the availability of this brochure, but is still very readable and enjoyable. |
Dishwashers Published by: Walker Brothers |
1918 | 4 | $8.99 | |
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How to Use and Enjoy Your Wonderful New Norge Automatic Washer
Nicely written with great graphics here is the owners manual to all 1956 Norge automatic washers. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Norge |
1956 | 40 | 20mb | $11.99 |
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1946-1951 Frigidaire Electric Range Service Manual
Complete Service Manual including wiring diagrams for the GM Frigidaire Electric Ranges for 1946-1951 Models. Models include: BI-17, BI-17C, BI-60, RJ-30, RJ-10, RJ-20, RJ-30, RJ-40, RJ-60, RJ-70, RK-3, RK-3D, RK-4, RK-10, RK-20, RK-40, RK-60, RK-70, R-15, RM-10, RM-35, R-17, RM-17, RM-45, RL-45, RM-3, RM-27, RM-65, RM-4, RM-30, RM-75, R0-10, R0-20, R0-30, R0-35, R0-40, R0-50, R0-60, R0-70. If you are looking for the parts catalog to these models, please check this document: 1942-1952 Frigidaire Parts Catalog |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Frigidaire |
1952 | 93 | 112mb | $14.99 |
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1959 General Electric Built-In Oven and Cooktop Range Service Manual and Parts Catalog
Here is the comprehensive service manual and parts catalog (with part numbers) to all 1959 GE Built-in Ovens and Cooktops. S line (1959) models include:
J720S, J722S, J724S, J750S, J752S, J754S, J780S, J782S, J784S, J802S, J820S, J822S, J850S, J852S
Sections include service and information on: CUSTOM COOKTOPS CUSTOM OVENS PARTS CATALOG SECTION DELIVERY DESCRIPTION Custom cooktops Custom ovens DISASSEMBLY AND SERVICE — J802S, J850S, J852S Body Conduit plug Control panel and switch box Cooktop Removing cooktop from countertop. Surface units Surface unit switches Switch box cable DISASSEMBLY AND SERVICE — JS20S AND J822S Body Cooktop Junction box Removing cooktop from countertop. Surface indicator light Surface units Surface unit switches DISASSEMBLY AND SERVICE — CUSTOM OVENS Bake unit Broil unit Broil unit terminal blocks Door trim Front frame Front servicing controls Glass window Indicator lights Meat thermometer Meat thermometer crystal.. Oven door Oven door seal Oven liner Oven light Oven light switch Oven switch Oven thermostats Oven vent Testing meat meter Testing meat probe Thermostat replacement .. Timer Timer crystal Timer operation Rotisserie Rotisserie motor INSTALLATION Custom cooktops Custom ovens J802S J820S1 and J822S1 J850S1 and J852S1 NOMENCLATURE Custom cooktops Custom ovens SERIAL NUMBER Custom cooktops Custom ovens WIRING DIAGRAMS Custom cooktops Custom ovens |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: General Electric |
1959 | 67 | 60mb | $14.99 |
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Frigidaire Tech-Talk Introducing the WO-65 Automatic Washer
Here is one of the earliest issues of Tech-Talk (#7). It's main focus is the introduction of the WO-65 Frigidaire Automatic Washer. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1950 | 12 | 13mb | $12.99 |
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Parts List for Kenmore Automatic Washer
Covers '68 400 series models 110.6804420, 110.6804470, and Suds Models 110.6805420, 110.6805470. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kenmore |
1968 | 11 | 6mb | $12.99 |
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Electrolux XII Vacuum Cleaner Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and use/care guide to Electrolux Vacuum model XII. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Electrolux Vacuum (now Aerus) |
1933 | 36 | 43mb | $11.99 |
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Comprehensive Easy Washer-Dryer Combination Service Manual
Comprehensive service manual to most Easy Combination Washer-Units, from their first model in 1956 through the 1963 models. Complete specs, troubleshooting and service information inside. Models include: CDF, CDH, CDH-A, CDH-AP, CDU, CDK, CDK-G, CDK-200V. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Easy |
1963 | 161 | 92mb | $12.99 |
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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 | $8.99 |
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1968 Philco Dishwasher Service Manual
Comprehensive parts and service manual for 1968 Philco Dishwashers. Front and Top loading models included. Models: KP18H6, KP14H4, KP12H2, KU16H6, KU14H6, KU14H2, KC16H6, KC14H6 and KC14H2. Sections include Installation and Full Specifications, Timer Sequence Charts, Wiring Diagrams, Service Procedures, Trouble-shooting, Parts Lists and Detailed Service Illustrations. |
Dishwashers Published by: Philco |
1968 | 88 | 43mb | $12.99 |
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1951 Hotpoint Washer and Dryer Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to the 1951 line of Hotpoint's washer and dryer. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Hotpoint |
1951 | 40 | 25mb | $11.99 |
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1959 General Electric Automatic Washer Service Manual
This is a service manual supplement covering all of the 1959 models for GE Automatic Washers. Models include: WA955, WA950, WA850, WA650 and WA450. Sections include: Model Feature Chart, Product Descriptions, Specifications, Operation, Electrical Circuits Wiring Diagrams, Timer Control Service, Disassembly and Service. |
Automatic Washers Published by: General Electric |
1959 | 18 | 9mb | $12.99 |
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Lets Get Acquainted with your new 1956 Hotpoint Range Ensemble
Here is the complete use and care instructions to the 1956 Hotpoint Customline Cook-top and Built-In Oven, along with the installation instructions and damage report. KNOW YOUR RANGE . It is wonderfully convenient and easy to use. With your favorite recipes or those in your Hotpoint Recipe Book, follow the simple instructions on this chart and you'll be delighted with the results. But first, familiarize yourself with the features of your range. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Hotpoint |
1956 | 6 | 6mb | $12.99 |
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KitchenAid 18 Series Dishwasher Parts Catalog
Here is the complete parts list to all 18 series KitchenAid dishwashers. This includes illustrations of all parts and their part numbers necessary for doing a parts search on old, hard to find replacement parts. Also include is the listing of available kits and accessories at the time these dishwashers were made. Models include: KDS-18 KDI-18
KDC-18 KDP-18 KDS-38 KDC-38 KDS-58 KDI-58 KDC-58 |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1976 | 110 | 40mb | $14.99 |
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1980 General Electric Cooking Appliances Brochure
Here is a sales brochure highlighting the entire line of GE Electric Range and Major Cooking Appliances. Images and Full detailed specifications included for each model. Appliances highlighted: 30" Ranges with P-7 Self-Cleaning Ovens 30" Ranges with Convention or Continuous Cleaning Ovens. 21" Compact Ranges 40" Full-Width Ranges 30" Americana Hi/Lo Ranges 30" Drop/Slide In Ranges 27" Mark 27 Drop in Ranges Built-in Ovens Built-In Cooktops Range Hoods Countertop Microwave Ovens Microwave/Range Cooking Center Combinations |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: General Electric |
1980 | 20 | 21mb | $8.99 |
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How You can do your own Color Planning with Sears Harmony House Go-Together Colors
Here is a wonderful and whimsical home decorading guide and color planner from Sears from the mid 1950's. Full of great 1950's color idea along with wonderful quintessential 1950's vintage illustrations. |
Miscellaneous Published by: Sears |
1955 | 16 | 19mb | $8.99 |
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Use and Care Manual
Full owners manual and operating instructions for the early Amana Radarange microwave oven model RR-4. |
Microwave Ovens Published by: Amana |
1972 | 12 | 7mb | $11.99 |
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Hoover Electric Broiler-Oven Brochures
Brochures spanning a few years in the mid 1970s for the Electric Broiler-Oven. |
Small Appliances Published by: Hoover |
1975 | 6 | 13mb | $8.99 |
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1960 Philco Electric Range Brochure
Here is a sales literature brochure to beatufiul mid-century styled ranges. Full images and specifications are included for the entire 1960 Philco line. Models include: SS-4098, SS-4097, SS-4095, SS-4094, SS-4093, SS-3097, SS-3095, SS-3094, SS-3092, SS-2095. Please note the originals had some minor water damage on them so there are some water spots or slightly blurry spots. However these are still very readable and super fun to look at. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Philco |
1960 | 16 | 26mb | $8.99 |
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Frigidaire 1-18 Washer Parts Catalog
Here is the complete parts catalog which includes detailed illustrations of the order of assembled parts, their descriptions and original Frigidaire part numbers. Frigidaire Washer Models include:
WT4, WT2, WT22, WT1, WCIT, WIT, WIAT, WCDT, WCDAT, WAT. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1972 | 33 | 17mb | $12.99 |
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1968 Easy Automatic Washer Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to 1968 Easy automatic washers. Models covered: WA-421, WA-428, WA-422, WA-4226, WA-423, WA-444, WA-455. Sections include: Feature Chart, Control Panel Chart, Specifications, Installation Instructions, Servicing Timer, Switches, Components, Motor, Wiring, Testing, Transmission Repair, WA-455 Variable Speed Washer. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Easy |
1968 | 56 | 42mb | $12.99 |
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Frigidaire Automatic Washer Parts Catalog
Here is the complete parts catalog which includes detailed illustrations of the order of assembled parts, their descriptions and original Frigidaire part numbers. Models include:
WJ-60, WJ-60A, WK-60, WL-60, WO-65 and WO-65-2. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1952 | 64 | 29mb | $12.99 |
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Eureka 2300 Series Upright Vacuum Cleaner Owners Guide
Here is the complete owners manual to Eureka upright vacuum cleaner model series/2300. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Eureka |
1977 | 8 | 4mb | $11.99 |
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How to enjoy carefree washing with your new Frigidaire Automatic Washer
Full owners manual and operating instructions for the WO-65 Unimatic washer. This model is the very first Frigidaire washer with a rear control, produced from 1950 - 1951. It has two rinses as opposed to an overflow rinse. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1950 | 52 | 23mb | $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.