VINTAGE OWNER'S MANUALS, SERVICE MANUALS, BROCHURES AND PUBLICATIONS
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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 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 2 days |
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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 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 2 days |
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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 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 2 days |
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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 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 2 days |
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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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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 Published by: Whirlpool |
1959 | 24 | 80mb | $14.99 |
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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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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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1965 Frigidaire Electric Dryer Tech-Talk Service Manual
Complete comprehensive service manual to all 1965 Frigidaire electric clothes dryers. Sections include: Specifications, Features, Operation and Testing, Servicing and Wiring Schematics. Models include: DDA-65, DD-65, DCD-65, Dl-65, DCI-65, DDF-65, DCIF-65 |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Frigidaire |
1965 | 100 | 58mb | $12.99 |
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Beautiful 1957 General Electric Built-In Dishwasher Brochures
Here are some wonderful brochures showing off GE's very rare 30" as well as the standard 24" roll-out built-in dishwashers. Unlike dishwashers of today, these machines rolled out from under the counter in a big drawer style fashion. They washes with a metal impeller that spun at 1750 rpm at the bottom of the tank. |
Dishwashers Published by: General Electric |
1957 | 8 | 13mb | $8.99 |
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1965 Hotpoint Automatic Dishwasher Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to the newly redesigned Hotpoint dishwasher, both built in and portable models. This was the Hotpoint Chicago plant design most commonly seen in Hotpoint dishwashers from the 1960's and well into the 1970s. Models included: DA35, DA45, DA65, D825, D835, D843 and D865 Sections Include: FEATURE CHART INSTALLATION PROCEDURE OPERATION Time Cycle Chart LOADING THE DISHWASHER WATER FLOW CYCLE CHEMISTRY OF DISHWASHING SERVICE Two Bearing Power Pack Testing for In-Operative Motor Removal of Power Pack Power Pack Components Recirculating Pump Assembly Rotor A-ssembly - Single Rotor Models Rotor and Spray Tower Assembly Rotor Assembly Supply Tube Tower Assembly Water Inlet Valve Testing for In,Operative Water Inlet Valve To check Water Level in Tub Side Inlet Water System Removal of Water Inlet Assembly Racks and Tracks Upper Rack Assembly Dish Rack and Track Dishwasher Tubs Corner Gaskets Pedestal Legs Door Trim Assemblies Door Vent and Baffle Four Cycle Switch Switch Removal Switch Button Removal Electrical Test of Switch Door Gasket Door Latch and Strike To Test Door Switch Door Vent and Baffle Assembly Dual Detergent Dispenser Operation of the Bi-Metal Detergent Dispenser Testing the Detergent Assembly Wetting Agent Dispenser Adjustment of Dispenser Timers Timer Knob Assembly To Tes t for In-Operative Timer Pressure Switch Heating Unit To Test for In-Operative Calrod ® Unit Junction Box Assembly Terminal Block Starting Relay Service Panel MOBILE DISHWASHERS Installation Data for Mobile Dishwashers Faucet Connection Faucet Electrical Adaption Connection and Operation Permanent Installation of Mobile Dishwasher Unicouple Servicing the Unicouple Unicouple and Cord Storage Inlet Valve Use and Care of Dishwasher Tops Top Removal Casters ACCESSORY PACKAGES DX17 Maple Top DX20 Wetting Agent Dispenser DX23 Frame far Wood and Service Panel DX24 & DX25 Side Panel DX26 Cabinet Front Trims DISHWASHER OPERATION CHART PICTORIAL WIRING DIAGRAM SCHEMATIC WIRING DIAGRAM CYCLE SCHEMATIC Fill Cycle Wash/ Rinse Cycle Drain Cycle Dry Cycle Rinse Only/ Pots and Pans Wash Only/Wash and Dry |
Dishwashers Published by: Hotpoint |
1965 | 69 | 38mb | $12.99 |
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1962 to 1974 General Electric Refrigerator-Freezer Service Manual
Here is the complete and comprehensive service manual to all model GE refrigerator/freezer combinations. Model series include: TBF, TCF, TDF, TFF. Major Sections include (with sub-sections): General, Cabinet Service, Electrical Parts, Diagnosis, Ice Maker, Custom Dispenser, Safety Practices. |
Refrigerators/Freezers Published by: General Electric |
1974 | 278 | 103mb | $14.99 |
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Ronson Ron-matic Foodmatic Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual to the Ronson Foodmatic system. Sections include: Your Foodmatic
Foodmatic Attachments
Power Module Mixers, Beaters and Bowls Food Processor Blender Knife and Scissors Sharpener Meat Grinder Ice Crusher Coffee Mill Stirring Cooker Deep Fry Basket Ice Cream Maker Custom Molded Trays and Slides Service |
Small Appliances Published by: Ronson |
1974 | 40 | 17mb | $11.99 |
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Westinghouse Dryer Owners Manual model D110
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to the Westinghouse Laundromat dryer, model L110. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Westinghouse |
1958 | 24 | 12mb | $11.99 |
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1962 Dexter Quick-Twin and Standard Wringer Washers Brochures
Whimsical brochures by Dexter highlight features and specifications of their Philco-made wringer washers. Models include:
3-D9, 3-D9P, 3-D7, 3-D7P, 3-D5, 3-D5P, 3-D3, 3-D3P, 3-D2, 3-D2P, 3-D1, 3-D1P, 1-DO, 1-DOP, 3-D4 |
Wringer Washers Published by: Dexter |
1962 | 16 | 39mb | $8.99 |
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Washer Instruction Manual and Parts List
Here is the complete manual given to new owners of the commercial Washette automatic washer. Sections include: Installation, Repair and Maintenance, complete instructions on operating machine, setting the automatic supply injector, changing the timer sequences to make a cycle run however you prefer, control panel, etc. etc. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Cook Machinery |
1974 | 44 | 19mb | $12.99 |
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White-Westinghouse Space Mates Laundry Brochure
Here is a brochure from White-Westinghouse showing off their front loading washer and dryer as well as their compact laundry twins. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Westinghouse |
1980 | 6 | 7mb | $8.99 |
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Maytag Automatic Washer Parts Catalog
Here is an essential guide to all collectors of vintage Maytag washers. This parts catalog list all parts and related part numbers for all AMP models as well as all of the early Helical Drive Maytag washers. A Complete view of every model through 1961 is shown, including the first all push button Maytag Washer. Accessories and service tools are also listed, including their part numbers. This is an invaluable 270 page resource for all Maytag collectors. Having the part numbers is essential in doing internet and eBay searches for rare parts which many times can be found by searching by the part number. Models include: AM, AMP, A2MP, A3MP, A4MP, 101, 121, 102, 140, 140S, 123, 123S, 130, 131, 131S, 141, 141S, 132, 132S, 142, 142S, 124, 124S, 126, 126S, 160, 160S,125, 125S. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1961 | 270 | 82mb | $12.99 |
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Service Manual to the Very First Maytag Automatic Clothes Dryer
Complete service manual to Maytag's very first dryer, model 60-W. Sections Include:
HOW IT WORKS CUT-AWAY VIEW OF DRYER SPECIFICATIONS SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM OF ELECTRIC CIRCUIT SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM OF OPERATION UNCRATING INSTALLATION CONSTRUCTION FEATURES DISASSEMBLY TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Maytag |
1949 | 23 | 8mb | $12.99 |
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1980 Frigidaire Cooking Appliances Brochure
Here is a sales brochure highlighting the entire 1980 line of Frigidaire Electric Range and Major Cooking Appliances. Images and Full detailed specifications included for each model. Appliances highlighted: 30" Electric Ranges Compact 30 Drop in Ranges Built-In Wall Ovens Cooktops Microwave Ovens Frigidaire Cooking Accessories |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Frigidaire |
1980 | 13 | 13mb | $8.99 |
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Easy Spiralator Automatic Washer Brochures
Brochures for Easy Automatic washers models ADE and ACE. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Easy |
1957 | 4 | 7mb | $8.99 |
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Hotpoint Disposall Brochures
Beautiful brochures for the 1958 Hotpoint Disposall line. |
Food Waste Disposers Published by: Hotpoint |
1958 | 6 | 16mb | $8.99 |
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Marquette Mangle Ironer Brochure
Brochures for the Gambles cabinet ironer. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Marquette (Gambles Stores) |
1953 | 2 | 4mb | $8.99 |
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1974 Hotpoint Kitchen and Laundry Planning Guide
The spirit of '74 shows up in this sales literature guide showing kitchens decorated as 1774, 1874, 1974 and 2074. Of course they all look very mid 1970's, but that's part of this book's charm. A growing family? A new home with an outdated kitchen? A need for new appliances? Whatever your reason for planning a new kitchen, you will want one that is easy to work in and fun to be in. You'll want practicality, plus style. That's the idea behind the Spirit of 74. It's the can-do spirit that insists on a kitchen suited exactly to you and to your family's living style. This Hotpoint Kitchen/Laundry Planning Guide will help you interpret your Spirit of '74. It will explain some of the fundamentals of planning a workable kitchen, give you some decorating ideas. and tell you how to translate your plan to paper. so a contractor or kitchen designer can carry it out. Read through this book. Then talk to your Hotpoint dealer. He can show you appliances in the proper spirit, appliances that you will be proud of for years to come. If you're planning a new kitchen, now is the time to discover your true spirit. |
Miscellaneous Published by: Hotpoint |
1974 | 25 | 29mb | $8.99 |
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1963 Frigidaire Appliances Catalog
Here is the entire Frigidaire appliances line made by General Motors for 1963. Images and full specs for every product Frigidaire produced in 1963 is included. Appliances shown: Refrigerator/Freezers, Ranges, Flair Ranges, Built-in Ranges, Washers, Dryers, Dishwashers, Disposers, Water Heaters and Room Air Conditioners. |
Full Catalog Published by: Frigidaire |
1963 | 16 | 34mb | $8.99 |
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Bendix Electric Duomatic Washer-Dryer Poster
Beautiful large-format poster showing off the first Bendix Duomatic combination washer-dryer. Lots of information given about this machine including the results from "Atomic Evidence and Scientific Tests" from the Nuclear Instrument and Chemical Corporation of Chicago. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Bendix |
1955 | 2 | 4mb | $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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1918 Westinghouse Range Owners Manual
This is the oldest owners manual for any major appliance we have found up to this point. Westinghouse very first range was in 1914, so this is very early in the line. I can only imagine what housewives had to cook on before this range. This is a fascinating look at early range history. Even the writing style is completely different than what you'd see today by far! Most women would like to cook if it did not require standing
over a hot stove. Planning a meal is not hard and mixing
various ingredients into the promise of delicious dainties or preparing a roast for the oven is rather fun . But to be held in the kitchen or even in the house during the long hours of watchfulness is a different matter. And it is right here that the Westinghouse electric range steps in and lifts the burden. When the food has been prepared it may be trusted to this silent servant with perfect confidence. There is no possibility of instructions being forgotten or misunderstood . At a given time, (the time decided upon,) the clock will turn on the current and the meal will begin to cook. Again when just the correct temperature has been reached in the oven, the thermostat will turn the current off again and when madam enters the kitchen after an afternoon of leisure or pleasure the meal is ready to serve. She herself is prepared to enjoy the meal equally as well as any member of the family , because she has not had to think about it since early morning. Because the Westinghouse range reduces the labors of cooking to the minimum, requiring no watching nor constant regulation of heat, because it produces better food , and because it is more economical, it will be in the kitchen of every modern . progressive woman who is anxious to keep her family happy and in good health. and yet does not wish to become a fixture in the kitchen with its consequent limitations. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Westinghouse |
1918 | 38 | 10mb | $12.99 |
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Libby Glassware Catalog Fall/Winter 1960
Beautiful catalog showcasing the 1960 Libby line of glassware. Sets include:
Emeralds Caddy Set, Americana Hostess Set, International Set, S+1 Hostess Set, Continental Cup Sets, Hostess Set, Partytime Sets, Caddy Sets, Golden Foliage, Gift Sets, Gift Box Sets, Smoke Ripple, Tempo Glassware, Home Barware, Table Sets, Cocktail Sets and Miscellaneous Sets. |
Dinnerware/Glassware/Silverware Published by: Libby |
1960 | 24 | 32mb | $8.99 |
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Milnor Heavy Duty Laundry Equipment Brochure
Interesting brochure on commercial/industrial automatic washers from Milnor. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Milnor |
1980 | 4 | 7mb | $5.99 |
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1973 KitchenAid Appliances Brochure
Here is a sales literature brochure for KitchenAid appliances from 1973. Products include: 17 Series Dishwashers, Food Waste Disposers, Hot Water Dispensers and Trash-Compactors. |
Full Catalog Published by: KitchenAid |
1973 | 8 | 16mb | $9.99 |
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1972 Blackstone Washers and Dryer Brochure
Here are some beautiful brochures for Blackstone Automatic Washers models BA-825, BA-525, BA-415 and Dryers BE/BG-525. Images and Specifications included. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Blackstone |
1972 | 12 | 30mb | $8.99 |
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Electrical Merchandising Magazine - August 1957
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 |
1957 | 196 | 133mb | $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.