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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Norge Solid-Tub 1965 Automatic Washer Training Guide
Here is the complete training guide produced by Norge for their 1965 line of standard capacity automatic washers. Sections include: complete specifications for each model, cycle and water usage chart, parts and descriptions along with complete servicing information. Models highlighted: AWF-2210, AWF2211, AWF-1220, AWF1221, AWF-2240, AWF2241, AWF-2230, AWF2231, AWF-1210, AWF1211, AWF-2220 and AWF2221. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Norge |
1965 | 95 | 48mb | $12.99 |
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Operating Instructions for Lady Kenmore Electronic Sensor Dryer
Operating Instructions and feature explanation, includes operating the Air Freshener. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Kenmore |
1966 | 4 | 2mb | $11.99 |
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Beautiful 1962 Kelvinator Washer Brochures
Here are some wonderful brochures highlighting the 1962 line of Kelvinator Automatic Washers. Full images, control panel view for top of the line model and specifications for each model include. Models highlighted: W-942DD, W-982DD, W-742D, W-782D, W-502, W-522, W-552, W-572 and W-302. Kelvinator has used the name "Golden Touch" to describe its remarkable and exclusive agitator action which combines vigorous water turbulence with gentle handling of clothes to produce the cleanest washing available to the modern housewife. The Kelvinator agitator moves with an eccentric motion in one direction only, as 180 scientifically placed holes in the agitator create thousands of jets of sudsy water per minute. This combination of one-direction agitator motion and water-jet turbulence produces the tremendous agitator action we call the "Golden Touch." |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kelvinator |
1962 | 10 | 14mb | $8.99 |
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1962 Easy Automatic Washer Service Manual
Here the comprehensive service manual for the entire 1962 line of Easy Automatic Washers. Sections include: Specifications, Uncrating and Installation, Cycle of Operation, Operation of Suds-Saver system, Tools, Dismantling, Reassembly, Parts Replacement, Operating Mechanism, Adjustments, Troubleshooting and Wiring Diagrams/Schematics. Models include: ACL, ABL, ABL-S and ASL. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Easy |
1962 | 113 | 63mb | $12.99 |
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1963 Kenmore Automatic Washer Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual to six Kenmore Automatic Washers, model series: 800, 31480, 70, 600, 500 and 400. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kenmore |
1963 | 36 | 23mb | $11.99 |
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How To Use Your Chambers Electric Cooking Equipment
Owners manual, operating instructions and recommended recipes guide packed with all 1956 Chambers electric ranges. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Chambers |
1956 | 24 | 9mb | $12.99 |
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1965 Lady Kenmore Automatic Washer Owners Manual
Here is the beautiful owners manual packed with every 1965 top of the line Lady Kenmore automatic washer. Models: 110.6504904, 110.6504954, 110.6505904, 110.6505954. Also included in the manual is the sections for the 500 series automatic washer as well as the 6330 series with is Kenmore's very first portable automatic washer! |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kenmore |
1965 | 36 | 15mb | $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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The Inglis Dishwasher Use and Care Guide
Here is an owners manual for Royal 500 Inglis Dishwasher made by Whirlpool. 12 pages are in English and 12 in French. Sections include:
BEFORE YOU USE YOUR DISHWASHER
NORMAL OPERATION LOAD DISHWASHER FILL RINSE CONDITIONER DISPENSER ADD DETERGENT CONNECT DISHWASHER Water Connection Electrical Connection To Disconnect Dishwasher SELECT CYCLE WHICH CYCLE TO USE LOADING SUGGESTIONS - BOTTOM RACK Dishes Dishes and Cooking Utensils Cooking and Baking Utensils LOADING SUGGESTIONS-TOP RACK Glasses, Cups, Stemware Dishes Cooking and Baking Utensils SILVERWARE BASKET CUTLERY BASKET WOOD TOP CARE AND CLEANING WASHING SPECIAL ITEMS STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER ROYAL 100 MODEL Sequence Lights Cancel Drain BEFORE CALLING A SERVICEMAN |
Dishwashers Published by: Inglis |
1974 | 24 | 19mb | $11.99 |
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KitchenAid Stand Mixer Owner Manual
Here is the complete owners manual/use and care guide to use KitchenAid mixer models K45, 4-C and K5-A. Sections include: Introduction
Features You Should Know Planetary Action Speed Control and General lnstructions Care and Cleaning Recommended Recipes Instructions to Operate KitchenAid Attachments: Fruit Juicer Sausage Stuffer Slicer and Shredder (Disc and Rotor Types) Food Chopper Ice Cream Freezer Colander and Sieve Silver Buffer Can Opener Knife Sharpener Dough Hook Recipe Index Attachment List Coffee Mill |
Small Appliances Published by: KitchenAid |
1965 | 36 | 36mb | $11.99 |
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Frigidaire Automatic Dryers for 1963
The VIP-Vital Information Program packs were sent to Frigidaire dealers every year in the 60s to help educate them on all of the fancy features of GM Frigidaire appliances. Each pack contains information on a different Frigidaire appliance, this pack shows off the wonderful features of 1963 Frigidaire dryers, both Filtrator and Air-Flow models. It has information comparing Frigidaire dryers features and methods to Maytag, General Electric, RCA Whirlpool and Philco automatic dryers. They contain specs, data and beautiful graphics and images as well as plenty of information instructing dealers on what to say to help sell Frigidaire automatic dryers to their customers. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Frigidaire |
1963 | 28 | 24mb | $8.99 |
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The Magic Way To Better Washing
Owners manual and operating instructions for the very first Kenmore Automatic Washer which is a bolt-down model. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kenmore |
1948 | 24 | 10mb | $11.99 |
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Hotpoint Air Conditioner Brochures
Styling, Feature and specification brochures for the 1957 Hotpoint AC line. |
Air Conditioners Published by: Hotpoint |
1957 | 10 | 25mb | $8.99 |
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1954 Hotpoint Major Appliance Productgrams
1954 Hotpoint Productgrams cover Ranges, Refrigerators, Freezers, Washers, Dryers, Dishwashers, Food Waste Disposers and Air Conditioners. Included in this document are 10 monthly issues from 1954. Hotpoint's Productgrams 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. |
Miscellaneous Published by: Hotpoint |
1954 | 264 | 90mb | $12.99 |
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1965-1967 Frigidaire Automatic Washer Parts Catalog
Here is the complete parts listings of every part for Frigidaire automatic washers from 1965 through the 1967. Each washer is listed with an image of the machine, machine parts diagrams and list of actual part numbers. Having the manufacturers part number for the part you need is essential for doing internet/eBay searches to locate these rare, no longer available parts. In many circumstances they can be found once you know the part number. This guide is essential for anyone who has a vintage Frigidaire washer. Models include: WDA-65, WD-65, WDP-65 , WDR-65, WCDA-65, WCDAP-65, WCDAR-65, WCD-65, WIA-65, WI-65, WCI-65, WCIR-65, WAK, WDK, WCDAK, WCDAPK, WCDARK, WCDAK-PF, WCDK, WCDPK, WCDRK, WIAK, WIK, WCIAK, WCIK, WCIRK, WCDASK, WA-2K, WA-7K, WAL, WA2L, WCDAL, WCDAPL, WCDARL, WCDATL, WCDL, WIAL, WCIAL, WCIL, WCDK-1, WCDAK-1, WXL, WCDAGL, WCDATGL, WDK-1. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1967 | 133 | 71mb | $12.99 |
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Rebuilding Thor Washer-Dishwasher Transmissions
Here is an excellent service manual to be had by anyone who either has or would like to have a Thor Automagic washer/dishwasher or Thor automatic washer. It is a comprehensive service manual covering the steps to completely repair and/or rebuild the transmission that runs the Thor machines from 1949 thru the mid 1950's. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Thor |
1955 | 34 | 15mb | $12.99 |
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1952-1955 Hotpoint Dishwasher Service Manual
Here is a comprehensive service manual for all Hotpoint dishwashers from '52 to '55. |
Dishwashers Published by: Hotpoint |
1955 | 44 | 34mb | $12.99 |
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Use and Care / Westinghouse Laundromat Automatic Washer
Owners manual and operating instructions to Westinghouse Laundromat model L-9. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1956 | 36 | 20mb | $11.99 |
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The Maytag Art of Dependability Book
Illustrations on the following pages are of quality exhibits which are being, or have been, circulated through display cases in the Maytag plants and offices. These displays are used to inform employees how their own and other departments contribute to the quality of Maytag products. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1967 | 31 | 73mb | $8.99 |
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Beautiful 1954 Westinghouse Electric Ranges
Here is the entire 1954 line of Westinghouse Electric Ranges, 40" and 30" models, plus the compact models. Full images and specifications for each model offered. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Westinghouse |
1954 | 22 | 26mb | $8.99 |
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1965 General Electric Dishwasher Use and Care Guide
Complete owners manual from approximately 1965 to GE Dishwasher model SD400. |
Dishwashers Published by: General Electric |
1965 | 12 | 7mb | $11.99 |
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KitchenAid 19 Series Dishwasher Sales Literature Brochure
A wonderful brochure highlighting the KitchenAid's 19 series dishwashers from the late 1970's. Models include: KDS-19, KDP-19, KDI-19, KDC-19, KDS-59 and KDC-59. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1979 | 5 | 9mb | $9.99 |
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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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1960 Frigidaire Flair Range Tech-Talk Service Manual
Very comprehensive service manual for all 1960 Frigidaire Flair Ranges. Models include: RCIB-645, RCDB-640, RCIB-635 and RCDB-630. Looking for the parts catalog, please see this manual: Frigidaire Flair Parts Catalog Looking for a Use and Care Guide for Frigidaire Flair Ranges? Please see this manual: Frigidaire Flair Owners Manual |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Frigidaire |
1960 | 60 | 58mb | $14.99 |
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Your General Electric Disposall
Owners manual and operating instructions for the 1950 GE Food Waste Disposer. |
Food Waste Disposers Published by: General Electric |
1950 | 12 | 7mb | $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.