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1958 Frigidaire Dishwasher Tech-Talk Service Manual


Published by Frigidaire in 1958-- Here is the full Tech-Talk service manual for all 1958 Frigidaire Under-counter made by General Motors and Portable Frigidaire dishwashers made by D&M.

Models include:
DW-IUZ Under-counter Model,
DW-DUZ Under-counter Model,
DW-IFZ Free Standing Model,
DW-ISZ Sink Combination Model,
DW-SMZ Super Mobile Model

Specifications, Cycle charts and full servicing information included.

Number of Pages: 60
File Size: 56mb
Download Fee: $12.99

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Thumbnail Image of Download 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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Thumbnail Image of Download 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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Thumbnail Image of Download 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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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
Published by:
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
Published by:
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
Published by:
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
Published by:
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
Published by:
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
Published by:
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
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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
Published by:
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
Published by:
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 Thermador Appliance Catalog
This is a 20 page catalog of highlighting Thermador appliances from the early 1980's.

Appliances Include in this catalog:
Micro/Thermal Built-in Ovens
Microwave/Self Cleaning Ovens
Microwaves
Self Cleaning Built-In Ovens
Drop in Electric Ranges
Thermaglass Cooktops
Standard Cooktops
Gas-Fired Barbaque
Thermador Stay-Hot Warming Oven
Thermador Built-in Can Opener
Built-In Dishwashers
Trash Compactor
Range Hoods
Ventilators
Fan Heaters
Portable Electric Heaters.
Full Catalog
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Thermador
1980 20 19mb $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1955 Kelvinator Automatic Washer Owners Manual
Complete use/care guide and owners manual to Kelvinator Automatic washer model AW-2 and Semi-automatic washer model SW.


Automatic Washers
Published by:
Kelvinator
1955 32 30mb $11.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1985 Maytag Stacked Washer and Dryer Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to the Maytag Stacked Washer/Dryer, Model SE1000 and SG1000.


Automatic Washers & Dryers
Published by:
Maytag
1985 116 42mb $12.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download Automatic Washer Operating Instructions
Full operating instructions to GE washer model WA850A. Minor staining on this original document, but it is still clear and very ledgable.


Automatic Washers
Published by:
General Electric
1966 4 5mb $11.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1967 Kenmore Laundry and Dishwasher Products
Here is a wonderful brochure highlighing the 1967 Line of Sears Kenmore automatic washers, dryers, wringer washers, dishwashers and disposers. Also includes some standard repair parts and utility sinks.


Automatic Washers & Dryers
Published by:
Kenmore
1967 13 10mb $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download Speed Queen Washer Model A39 Brochure and Installation Instructions
Here is the sales brochure and installation instructions for Speed Queen washer model A39.


Automatic Washers
Published by:
Speed Queen
1962 3 2mb $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1964 Hotpoint Electric Range Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all 1964 Hotpoint Freestanding Ranges, Hallmark, Built-In Ovens and Cooktops.

Models include:
Built-in ranges and cooktops:
RF17 RF19 RF28 RFX37 RF38 RF48 RU15 RUX37 RU38 RU47 RU48 RU76

Built-in Ovens:
RJ16 RJ38 RJ66 RJ84 RJBB RL36 RL76

30" Ranges:
RB305 RB315 RB320 RB335 RB345 RB355 RB366 RB375

40" Ranges:
RC420 RC435 RC445 RC455 RC456 RC459 RC479

Major sections include:
FEATURE CHARTS
GENERAL INFORMATION
INSTALLATION
SERVICING
SWITCHES
INFINITE HEAT CONTROLS
THERMOSTATS
ELECTRIC SUPERMATIC UNIT CONTROL
AUTOMATIC ROAST
TIMERS
APPLIANCE RECEPTACLES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
COOKING TOPS
CALROD®SURFACE AND OVEN UNITS
RANGE BODIES
STORAGE COMPARTMENT AND DRAWER
OVEN DOORS AND HINGING
OVEN LINERS
ROTA-GRILL MOTORS
RANGE SERVICE CHART
Ranges/Stoves
Published by:
Hotpoint
1964 72 49mb $14.99
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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 Fine Gourmet Recipes for Everyday Use
Full owners manual, use and care as well as recommended recipes for using your glass dome Sunbeam Carousel Rotisserie Broiler. We love this appliance and use it all the time for making wonderful meals.


Small Appliances
Published by:
Sunbeam
1965 24 11mb $11.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download The Hoover Spin-Drying Washer
Brochures from the mid 1970s for the Hoover Twin Tub washer model 0519 with the "Automatic Rinse". Includes the estimated 1974, 1975 and 1977 spec sheets for these models.


Twin Tub Washers
Published by:
Hoover
1974 6 11mb $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download Electrical Dealer Magazine - January 1955
Electrical Dealer Magazine 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.

Highlights of this issue, including Norge, Whirlpool, Speed Queen and Hamilton Laundry ads...

Sales And Profit Outlook For '55
1955 Selling Schedule
Trade-Ins
Personalized Selling
Is Discount Selling Losing Its Punch?
What The Public Thinks About Discounting
The Winner: The Man Who Stays In Business
Mathematics Of Price Cutting
Margins, Franchises, and Fair Trade
"Sales Will Rise For Those Who Work"
Captive Election Audience Sees New Line
Complete Food Plan Training Pays Off
Check And Counter Check
They Call It 8 to 5
His Automatic Washers Speak
Contact Plan Produces TV Sales Daily
Selection And Color Boost White Goods Sales
Sales Clinic
News And Trends
New Products Section
News Of The Month
Trade Publications
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Electrical Dealer
1955 112 106mb $12.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 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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Thumbnail Image of Download Maytag Quick Reference Part Number Index
Here is a wonderful reference for any fan of vintage Maytag appliances. It lists common parts and their related part numbers for all Maytag Appliances. Automatic washers indexes go from the 1949 model AMP (Maytag's first automatic) all the way up to 1986 models.

Sections include:
Automatic Washers - Commercial
Automatic Washers - Domestic
Conversion Kit - WC to WU Dishwasher
Cooktop - Electric
Cooktop - Gas_
Dishwashers
Dishwasher Panel Charts
Disposers
Dryers - Commercial
Dryers - Domestic
Dryer Gas Control Information
Laundry Center- Washer and Dryer - 81000
Microwaves
Motor and External Start Switches
Porta-Dryer
Porta-Washer
Ranges - Electric
Ranges - Gas
Timers - Microwaves
INDEX
Timers and Timer Motors - Commercial Dryers
Timers and Timer Motors - Commercial Washers
Timers and Timer Motors - Dishwashers
Timers and Timer Motors - Domestic Dryers
Timers and Timer Motors- Domestic Washers
Wall Ovens - Electric
Wall Ovens - Gas
Wringer Washers
Full Catalog
Published by:
Maytag
1986 95 72mb $12.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1967-1971 Sears Kenmore Sales Circulars - Automatic Dishwashers
In the late 1960's and early 1970's Sears would mail large format (12.5" x 11") advertising circulars. Here is a collection of the Dishwasher sections from my collection of these circulars from 1967 to 1971.


Dishwashers
Published by:
Kenmore
1971 16 42 $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download Maytag A606 Automatic Washer Operating Instructions and Laundering Guide
Complete operating instructions to Center Dial Maytag Washer model A606. Also included is the Laundering Guide that was packed with all Maytag washers of this era.


Automatic Washers
Published by:
Maytag
1974 32 35mb $11.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download The Worlds Newest Kitchen Ideas
The Home Owners Manual of Kitchen Planning and Decorating! Complete 24 page sales literature catalog for everything Youngstown Kitchens made available to homeowners in the early post-war era. Includes images and specifications for all Youngstown Jet-Tower Dishwashers and Disposall units, full kitchen planner including all metal kitchen cabinets and storage units, porcelain sinks, drawer units and everything else to make a beautful new shiny 1950s Kitchen! Beautiful pictures and hand drawn illustrations throughout!


Dishwashers
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Youngstown Kitchens
1952 24 37mb $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1980 General Electric Air Conditioners Brochure
Here is a sales brochure highlighting the entire line of 1980 GE Air Conditioners. Full detailed specifications included for each model.

Appliances highlighted:

Terminal Air Conditioners
Built-in Air Conditioners
Window Air-Conditioners
Air Conditioners
Published by:
General Electric
1980 6 8mb $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download Maytag Gas Engine Wringer Washer Instruction Book
Here is an interesting find. It is the standard owners manual packed with every Maytag wringer washer from the early 1950s, except with this came the operating instructions card to operate a GAS Maytag wringer equipped with a Briggs and Stratton Engine!

Models include: E2L,J2L, N2L, E2LP, J2LP and N2LP.
Wringer Washers
Published by:
Maytag
1951 30 11mb $12.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1974 Westinghouse Tumbler Washer and Dryer Use and Care Guides
Complete use and care guide to front loading Westinghouse washer model: LT100P and dryer: DE100P (electric)/ DG100P (gas)


Automatic Washers & Dryers
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Westinghouse
1974 8 9mb $11.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1960 Frigidaire 40 Inch Electric Range Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to all 1960 40" Frigidaire electric ranges.

Models include: RCI-75-60, RI-55-60, RCD-71-60, RS-10-60, RD-20-60 and RDD-20-60.

Sections include: Control Panel Information, About Surface Cooking, About Oven Cooking, Cleaning and Care, Pull 'N Clean Oven, Special Instructions, Accessories about your Range, If You Need Service, etc.
Ranges/Stoves
Published by:
Frigidaire
1960 40 49mb $12.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download Consumer Bulletin - June 1963
Consumer Bulletin magazine was a product rating company that was started in 1928. This issue contains full descriptions/story, ratings and charts for 1963 Automatic Washers. Brands rated include: Blackstone, Easy, Frigidaire, General Electric, Hamilton, Hotpoint, Kelvinator, Kenmore, Maytag, Norge, Philco, RCA Whirlpool, Speed Queen, Wards Signature and Westinghouse. Great article with pictures of the some of the machines, and you'll never guess who they rated #1!

Other ratings include 1963 Compact Automoblies: Lark V-8, Rambler Ambassador, Rambler American 200 and Valiant V-100.

Upgright Pianos

Push Lawn Mowers

Automatic 35mm Camera

Air Conditioners and Fans
Miscellaneous
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Consumer Bulletin
1963 44 35mb $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1955 ABC-O-Matic Wringer Washer and Mangle Ironer Brochures
Here are some wonderful brochures highlighting the 1955 line of ABC's wringer washers and ironer. Models include 409, 330, 330P, and ironer XF.


Wringer Washers
Published by:
ABC-O-Matic
1955 12 8mb $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1966 Westinghouse Builders Catalog
Here is the complete builders catalog showing off Westinghouse products for 1966.

Items shown:
Refrigerators
Space King Twins & Freezers
Built-in Ovens
Continental Ranges & Platforms
Free Standing & Slide-in Ranges
Built-in Dishwashers
Water Heaters
Compact Kitchens
Food Waste Disposers
Heavy Duty Automatic Washers, Electric and Gas Dryers
Coin-Operated Washer and Dryer
Cabinets for Kitchen and Laundry
Commercial Institutional Host Products
Type Y Year Round Air Conditioning System
Room Air Conditioners
Total Comfort System Cooling
Heat Pump & Electric Heating
Filtering & Dehumidifying
Commercial & Residential Lighting
Distribution Transformers
Elevators
Micarta® Countertops
Full Catalog
Published by:
Westinghouse
1966 32 26mb $14.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1963 Frigidaire Automatic Washer Tech-Talk Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all 1963 Frigidaire Roller-Matic automatic washing machines.

Models include WDA-63, WD-63, WDP-63, WDR-63, WCDA-63, WCDAP-63, WCDAR-63, WCD-63, WIA-63, WIAR-63, WCI-63, WCIR-63.

Includes complete in-depth control panel views and specifications, cycle charts, service instructions and complete Mulit-matic transmission rebuilding instructions, recommended service tools and Home-Ec Talk.

Please note this manual is 81mb/124 pages in size. It is quite large and will take a few minutes to download with a broadband connection.
Automatic Washers
Published by:
Frigidaire
1963 124 81mb $12.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download Frigidaire Super-Duty Coin-Operated Washer and Dryer Brochures
Here are two brochures highlighting Frigidaire's coin-op washers that were produced from 1966 thru 1970. The wash has the "Super-Duty" mechanism which is a souped-up belt-driven Multimatic Mechanism that spins at 1010rpm.


Automatic Washers & Dryers
Published by:
Frigidaire
1966 4 6mb $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.