VINTAGE OWNER'S MANUALS, SERVICE MANUALS, BROCHURES AND PUBLICATIONS
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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 | $7.99 |
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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 | $5.99 |
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1956 Hotpoint Kitchen Range Brochures
Here are beautiful brochures highlighting the 1956 line of Hotpoint Electric Ranges. Full features and specs and images included. Also includes brochure of optional accessories for the '56 line of ranges. Models include:
RD25, RC24, RG3, RB69, RB70, RF3, RB68, RB67, RB60, RB61 |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Hotpoint |
1956 | 35 | 91mb | $7.99 |
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1956 Hotpoint Automatic Washer Brochures
Here are some beautiful brochures for the 1956 Hotpoint Automatic Washer line. Images, features and specifications included. Models: LK11, LJ11, LH11, LH12 |
Automatic Washers Published by: Hotpoint |
1956 | 18 | 49mb | $5.99 |
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1956 Hotpoint Clothes Dryer Brochures
Here are some beautiful brochures for the 1956 Hotpoint Automatic Dryer line. Images, features and specifications included. Models: LG11, LB11, LB12 |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Hotpoint |
1956 | 12 | 30mb | $5.99 |
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1956 Hotpoint Dishwasher Brochures
Here is a beautiful brochure for the 1956 Hotpoint Automatic Dishwasher line. Images, features and specifications included. Models: MC24, ME2, MCP24, MEP2, MCP23, MC25, MCP25. |
Dishwashers Published by: Hotpoint |
1956 | 6 | 14mb | $5.99 |
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1969 Frigidaire Dishwasher Tech-Talk Service Manual
Comprehensive service manual for all 1969 Frigidaire dishwashers. Models include: TOP LOADING MOBILES FRONT LOADING DISHMOBILES DW-STP, DW-DTP, DW-CDTP, DW-ITP, DW-CITP, DW-DMP, DW-CDMP, DW-IMP, DW-CIMP FRONT LOADING UNDERCOUNTER DW-DUP, DW-COUP, DW-IUP, DW-CIUP FRONT LOADING DISHMOBILES DW-STP, DW-DTP, DW-CDTP, DW-ITP, DW-CITP, DW-DMP, DW-CDMP, DW-IMP, DW-CIMP |
Dishwashers Published by: Frigidaire |
1969 | 67 | 45mb | $7.99 |
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1972 Waste King Dishwashers Brochure
Sales literature brochure higlighting features and specifications for Waste King Dishwashers in the early 1970's. |
Dishwashers Published by: Waste King |
1972 | 6 | 12mb | $5.99 |
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1979 Hotpoint Dishwasher, Washers and Dryers Brochure
Fun sales literature highlight the 1979 of Hotpoint Dishwashers, Automatic Washers and Clothes Dryers |
Full Catalog Published by: Hotpoint |
1979 | 14 | 35mb | $5.99 |
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1955 Speed Queen Laundry Appliances Brochure
Here is a beautiful brochure for the 1955 line of Speed Queen Automatic Washers, Clothes Dryers, Wringer Washer and Ironers. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Speed Queen |
1955 | 32 | 60mb | $5.99 |
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1975 Frigidaire Electric Range Tech-Talk Service Manual
Very comprehensive service manual for all 1975 Frigidaire Electric Ranges. Models include: RS-30, RSE-36, RDG-35, RDG-38, RCDEG-38, RCDEG-37C, RD-15, RDG-20, RDE-20, RCIE-71, RCDG-67V, RGDEG-637V, RCIEG-639CV. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Frigidaire |
1975 | 107 | 76mb | $7.99 |
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1976 Frigidaire Electric Range Tech-Talk Service Manual
Very comprehensive service manual for all 1976 Frigidaire Electric Ranges. Models include: R-30, RG-35, RGC-35, RE-36, REG-38, REG-37C, REG-637V, REG-639CV, R-42, RGC-45, RE-45, RE-47. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Frigidaire |
1976 | 88 | 51mb | $7.99 |
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1956 Semple Hill Major Appliances Catalog
Here is a pretty cool catalog from Janney-Semple Hill. It contains 140 pages of major appliances offered by the company. Images, features and specifications are included. Products include:
Electric and Gas Ranges,
Heaters, Gas and Oil Furnaces, Water Heaters, Combination Kitchen Units, Refrigerator/Freezers, Automatic Washers and Dryers Wringer Washers Vacuum Cleaners, Radios |
Full Catalog Published by: Semple Hill |
1956 | 140 | 123mb | $7.99 |
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1964 Frigidaire Flair Built in Appliances VIP Publication
Here is a super cool 40 page Vital Information Program publication from Frigidaire highlighting their 1964 and 1965 lines of: Frigidaire Flair Ranges,
Flair and Standard Wall Ovens,
Cooktops, Under-counter Dishwashers, Food Waste Disposers. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Frigidaire |
1964 | 40 | 48mb | $7.99 |
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Filter Queen National Magazine Nov-Dec 1959
Here is a complete issue of Filter Queen's magazine for retailers and distributors of Filter Queen Vacuum Cleaners in the late 1950's. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Filter Queen |
1959 | 16 | 28mb | $5.99 |
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Electrical Merchandising Magazine - November 1954
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. Particularly interesting articles in this issue: What Can You Do With Washer Trade-ins An Old Technique Sells Modern Dishwashers An Automatic In Every Home New Products announces the 1955 Frigidaire Washer and Dryer Line Automatic Washer Ads in this issue: Laundry Queen Easy Bendix Maytag Hotpoint with a window lid!! ABC-o-Matic Frigidaire's New low-priced (the Pulsamatic) Laundry Pair Apex/Tide Detergent Blackstone and KitchenAid Dishwashers |
Trade Publications Published by: Electrical Merchandising |
1954 | 248 | 116mb | $12.99 |
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1969 JCPenny Penncrest Portable Dishwasher Owners Manual
Complete owner's manual and use and care guide to General Electric made Penncrest top-loading dishwashers of the late 1960s. |
Dishwashers Published by: JCPenny |
1969 | 28 | 22mb | $5.99 |
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1964 Frigidaire Dishmobile Use and Care Guide
Here is the operating instructions to the portable version of one of Frigidaire's last spray tube dishwashers. Model DW-DMH |
Dishwashers Published by: Frigidaire |
1964 | 4 | 18mb | $5.99 |
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1959 Westinghouse Roll-About Dishwashers Owners Manual
Here is a rare find, complete owners manual to the Westinghouse portable top-loading dishwashers of the late 1950s. Models include: PDW-103 and PDW-102. |
Dishwashers Published by: Westinghouse |
1959 | 20 | 13mb | $5.99 |
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1983 Miele Laundry Appliances Catalog
This is a German language catalog highlighting the 1983 Miele line of front-loading and horizontal-access top loading automatic washers, twin-tub washers, clothes dryers, centrifugal extractors and ironers. Models include: Washers/Spinners: W784, W783, W780, W770, W760, W753, W751, W484, W481, W480, W475S, W473, WZ257. Dryers: T388C, T384, T382C, T380, T377C, T370, T368C, T364, T363, T361. Ironers: B864E, B862E. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Miele |
1983 | 40 | 69mb | $5.99 |
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1977 Sears Kenmore Dishwasher Brochure
Sales literature brochure which was available in Sears retail stores to highlight their 1977 line of Built in and portable dishwashers. Also included is a second brochure with 18" dishwashers! |
Dishwashers Published by: Kenmore |
1977 | 8 | 5mb | $5.99 |
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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 | $7.99 |
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Maytag Merchandiser 1975 Vol 2
Here is a fascinating magazine style publication by Maytag highlighting product features and sales literature. This issue includes: Introducing new limited time "Drop-In" Maytag Automatic Washers, models A106F, A107B and A407B. Maytag Advertising Banners New Value Brochure Maytag News including: Agitator Shaft Improved, Color Shading Changes, etc. Maytag Value The Maytag Dishwasher Belt, an Industry First! The Maytag Fabric-Matic Automatic Washers, A107 and A407 Know Your Dryer Controls The Confusion in Care Labels The Satisfied Customer The Power Module, The "Helical Drive" of the Dishwasher Sales Ideas New Magazine Ads Service News Dishwasher Selling Guide New Maytag Dishwashers with the remarkable Power Module. Maytag Crossword Puzzle! New Maytag Indoor Clock |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Maytag |
1975 | 24 | 36mb | $5.99 |
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James and Universal Dishwasher Service Manual
Here is a rare find, it's the complete service manual to all James and Universal (gas range slide-in) dishwashers. Information includes how to properly use the dishwasher, explanation of each component, troubleshooting and complete servicing including wiring diagrams. Models include: APJ-1, BDL, 9900, 9921, 9902, 9904, 9905, 9906. |
Dishwashers Published by: James |
1956 | 67 | 93mb | $5.99 |
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Facts You Should Know About Your New General Electric Disposall
Owners manual and operating instructions for the 1952 GE Food Waste Disposer. |
Food Waste Disposers Published by: General Electric |
1950 | 12 | 7mb | $4.99 |
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Use and Care Instructions for your new 1963 Sturdy Frigidaire Washer
Operating instructions that were packed with every top of the line 1963 Frigidaire Automatic Washer, both regular and suds saver models WCI-63 and WCIR-63. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1963 | 4 | 4mb | $4.99 |
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Beam Central Vacuum Brochure
From the Beam Company of Webster City, IA (the same company that made Beam automatic washer parts) comes this brochure highlighting their 1961 central vacuum system. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Beam |
1961 | 4 | 6mb | $4.99 |
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The Truth About Automatic Washers
A "factual", comparative analysis that will help you select the best automatic washer for your needs. Similar to the comparison books done by Maytag in 1970s. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Blackstone |
1949 | 20 | 8mb | $4.99 |
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KitchenAid KD-14 Series Dishwasher Owners Manual
Complete owners manuals and operating instructions to all 14 series KitchenAid automatic dishwashers from the early 1960s. Models include KDS-14, KDI-14, KDC-14. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1960 | 24 | 14mb | $7.99 |
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Modern Cleaning at it's Finest
Here are three beautiful spec-sheets for General Electric vacuum cleaners. MODEL AVF-807, featuring the exclusive, G -E Napulator ... the positive nozzle adjustment that gives you perfect cleaning seal for quick, thorough housecleaning. The Deluxe Air-Flow cleaner, model AVT-173 A brilliant new tank cleaner, model AVT-811 |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: General Electric |
1950 | 6 | 9mb | $4.99 |
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Waste King Imperial Hush Disposer
Brochure for the '68 Waste King Food Waste Disposer |
Food Waste Disposers Published by: Waste King |
1968 | 4 | 4mb | $4.99 |
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KitchenAid KD-16 Series Built-In Dishwasher Brochure
Beautiful brochure from Hobart highlighting the new 16 series built-in dishwashers. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1971 | 6 | 7mb | $7.99 |
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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 | $4.99 |
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Frigidaire Service Tech-Talk WV Washer Line Service Manual
Comprehensive service manual produced when Frigidaire introduced their very first belt-driven automatic washer known as the "Pulsamatic". Service manual also covers the Unimatic model as well. Models:
Pulsamatic WV-35, WV-45 Unimatic: WV-65 |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1955 | 64 | 46mb | $5.52 |
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Apex Canister Vacuum Brochures
Here are some wonderful brochures highlighting the Apex Canister Vacuums including the Strato-Cleaner, Aero-Cleaner and the Cylinder Cleaner. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Apex |
1953 | 2 | 7mb | $4.99 |
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Automatic Washer Service Manual
Comprehensive service manual for Whirlpool automatic washers from 1961 thru 1965. Includes supplements for the later models. Sections include:
Model Specifications Component Description and Functional Data Service Procedures |
Automatic Washers Published by: Whirlpool |
1965 | 106 | 60mb | $7.20 |
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Eureka Upright Vacuum Cleaner and Floor Scrubber Brochures
Here are some wonderful brochures highlighting Eureka upgright vacuum cleaners from the mid 1960's along with hand held vacuums and floor scrubbers/shampooers/polishers. Models include:
Twin Power Super Automatic models 265A/265K, Twin Power Super Automatic models 260E/260EK, Two Speed Upright Automatic models 240/242, Superpower lightweight model 102-A , Lightweight model 100-A, Super Lightweight model 95, Whisk model 150-AT, Whisk model 150, Instant Foam Rug Shampooer model 31-AS, Polisher Scrubber model 12/12-B, Polisher Scrubber model 11 |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Eureka |
1966 | 21 | 22mb | $4.99 |
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1961 General Electric Home Buyers Guide
Here is a 8.5" x 3.8" catalog showing off all of GE's new major appliances for new home owners. Products include Combination Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposalls, Deluxe Built-In Ovens, Custom Automatic Built-In Ovens, Built-in Cook 'n Hood Combinations, Cooktops, Mark 27 Built in Ranges, Heating and Cooling Equipment, Room Air Conditioners, Central AC, Heat Pumps, Refrigerator-Freezers, Frost Guard Freezers, Water Heaters, Electric Ranges, newly designed 1961 Filter-Flo Automatic Washers and Matching Hi-Speed Dryers. |
Full Catalog Published by: General Electric |
1961 | 24 | 11mb | $4.99 |
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1963 Hotpoint Appliances Catalog
Complete catalog of all 1963 Hotpoint major home appliances. Sections include:
Announcing the new Hotpoint Hallmark Range
Hotpoint Built-in Ovens and Crest Super-width Ovens Hotpoint Town and Country Built in Ranges Hotpoint Built-in Cooktops Hotpoint freestanding 30" and 40" Electric Ranges Hotpoint Water Heaters Hotpoint Electric Baseboard, wall and ceiling Heaters Hotpoint Built-in Dishwashers Hotpoint Food-Waste Disposers Hotpoint Refrigerator-Freezers Hotpoint Upright and Chest Freezers Hotpoint Room Air-Conditioners Hotpoint Automatic Washers and Dryers Hotpoint Coin-Operated Automatic Washer |
Full Catalog Published by: Hotpoint |
1963 | 24 | 52mb | $7.99 |
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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 | $4.99 |
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1961 Frigidaire Automatic Washer Tech-Talk Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all 1961 Frigidaire automatic washing machines. All Multimatic machines by '61. Models include WCIR-61, WCI-61, WI-61, WIAR-61, WIA-61, WCD-61, WD-61 and WDA-61. Includes complete in-depth specifications for all models, cycle charts, service instructions and complete Multimatic transmission rebuilding instructions. 1961 was the year Frigidaire introduced their 27" wide washers. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1961 | 112 | 66mb | $7.92 |
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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 | $4.99 |
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1974 Fedders Air Conditioner Brochures
Here are some brochures of the 1974 line of Fedders room air conditioners. Lines included are the Portable, Wall-Fit, Whisperer, Sluptura, Decorator's Choice, Slider/Casement, Super Capacity, Super Saver, Budget Pleaser and Super Special. |
Air Conditioners Published by: Fedders |
1974 | 42 | 30mb | $4.99 |
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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 | $7.99 |
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1955 Kenmore Automatic Washer Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to all 1955 Kenmore automatic washers. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kenmore |
1955 | 20 | 16mb | $4.99 |
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Entire '74 Line of General Electric Clothes Dryers
These brochures highlight the entire 1974 GE Dryer line. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: General Electric |
1974 | 13 | 22mb | $4.99 |
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1975 RCA Washers and Dryers Brochure
Here is the complete brochure highlighting all of the Westinghouse made RCA branded automatic washers and dryers from the mid 1970's. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: RCA |
1975 | 8 | 13mb | $4.99 |
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For Features and Value Look at McClary
Wonderful catalog highlighting all of GSW and McClary appliances. Products include refrigerators, electric ranges, dishwashers, automatic washers, dryers, wringer washers, twin-tub washer, chest freezers and air conditioners. |
Full Catalog Published by: GSW-McClary |
1973 | 20 | 27mb | $4.99 |
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1977 JCPenny Washer and Dryer Brochures
Here are brochures which were giving out in the retail stores highlighting the 1977 line of JCPenny Washers and Dryers. Full specifications and control panel views included. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: JCPenny |
1977 | 6 | 6mb | $4.99 |
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How to get the most out of your Sunbeam MixMaster
Full Owners manual, operating instructions, suggested receipes and replacement parts information for the Sunbeam MixMaster model 11. |
Small Appliances Published by: Sunbeam |
1956 | 41 | 18mb | $4.99 |
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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.