VINTAGE OWNER'S MANUALS, SERVICE MANUALS, BROCHURES AND PUBLICATIONS
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1956 Bendix Tumble-Action Washer Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions for Bendix Front Loading Automatic Washer model WFG-D. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Bendix |
1956 | 36 | 15mb | $5.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 1 day |
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1966 Maytag Automatic Washer Timer Cycle Steps Education Bulletin
When Maytag redesigned their entire line of automatic washers in 1966 they created this document to educate the field about how each cycle works on each model washer. This bulletin describes each step in all cycles of the newly designed machines. Models include: A106, A206, A406, A606, A806 and A906. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1966 | 10 | 3mb | $7.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 1 day |
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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 | $9.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 1 day |
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1967 Hamilton Automatic Washer Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all 1967 Hamilton automatic washers. Models include: WA657W1, WS657W1, WA757W1, WA757C1, WS757W1, WA857W1 and WA857C1. Sections include: Washer Facts, Washer Operations, Installation, Cabinet Service, Collector Tub, Suspension System, Transmission and Brake, Motor, Clutch, Pump, Water Carrying Parts, Controls, Electrical Parts, Circuits, Troubleshooting and Schematics/Wiring Diagrams. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Hamilton |
1967 | 58 | 33mb | $5.99 |
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1967 Hamilton Holiday Electric Clothes Dryer Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all 1967 Hamilton electric dryers. Models include: HE627W1, HE827W1 and HE827C1. Sections include: General Facts, Installation, Cabinet Service, Drum and Drive, Electrical Components, Troubleshooting and Schematics/Wiring Diagrams. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Hamilton |
1967 | 38 | 22mb | $5.99 |
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Maytag All-Pushbutton Dishwasher Owners Manual Model WU-600
Here is the complete owners manual and use/care guide to Maytag's top of the line dishwasher from the early 1970's. Model: WU-600 |
Dishwashers Published by: Maytag |
1972 | 12 | 7mb | $7.99 |
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1956 Philco Starflight Electric Ranges Brochures
Here are beautiful brochures for the entire 1956 of Philco Electric ranges. Models include: 4610, 869, 469, 865, 465, 464, 461, 367, 365, 363, 265. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Philco |
1956 | 26 | 20mb | $7.99 |
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1955 General Electric Wall Mounted Refrigerator Service Manual
Here is complete service manual to the 1955 Line of General Electric wall mounted refrigerators. Sections include:
Adjustments, Care, Cold Room Operation, Cycle of Operation, Description, Installation, machine Data, Machine Replacement, Nomenclature, Performance, Specifications and Features, Uncrating, Vacation Operation, Wiring Diagram.
Models include: LW11-M, LW10-M. |
Refrigerators/Freezers Published by: General Electric |
1955 | 41 | 21mb | $7.99 |
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1983 KitchenAid Stand Mixer Brochures
Here are some wondering brochures from the early 1980's highlighting the KitchenAid line of home kitchen mixers. Models include: K5-A, 4-C and K-45. Complete list of accessories available at that time included. |
Small Appliances Published by: KitchenAid |
1983 | 0 | 20mb | $7.99 |
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1960 Kenmore 80-Series Push Button Washer Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual to the 1960 Kenmore 80-Series automatic washer with the all push-button control panel. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kenmore |
1960 | 20 | 11mb | $5.99 |
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1987 Whirlpool Washers and Dryers Brochure
Here is the complete 1987 laundry line of Whirlpool full size, stacked and portable washers and dryers. The brochure contains all direct-drive Whirlpool washers and matching dryers. Models include:
Washers: LA3400XS, LA4400XS, LAS400XS, LA6300XS, LA5000XS, LA5300XS, LA5500XS, LA5700XS, LA6150XS, LA7700XS, LAJBOOXS, LA5380XS, LA5580XS, LA5800XS, LA7800XS, LABBOOXS, LA9800XS.
Dryers: LE/GZOOOXS, LE/G3000XS, LE/G5700XS, LE/G5800XS, LE/G6150XS, LE/G7800XS, LE/G9800XS. Stacked Models: LT4900XS, LT5000XS. Portable models: LC49000XS, LC4500XS, LT4900XS, LTSOOOXS. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Whirlpool |
1987 | 24 | 20mb | $7.99 |
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1985 Gibson Washers and Dryers Brochures
Here are some sales literature brochures highlighting the 1985 line of Gibson Washers and Dryers. Images and full specifications included. Models include:
Washers: WA28S2WS, WA2805WS, WA28D7WS, DE/DG28T2WS, DE/DG28A6WS, WA24P2WS, DE24P2WS, WA24S4WS, DE24A7WS, DE24A7WS. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Gibson |
1985 | 14 | 8mb | $5.99 |
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1983 KitchenAid-Hobart 20-Series Dishwashers and Appliances Brochures
Here are some wonderful brochures highlighting the KD-20 series of KitchenAid home dishwashers, both undercounter and portable models. Models include: KDS-20, KDP-20, KDI-20, KDC-20, KDS-60, KDI-60, KDC-60. Also include brochures for KitchenAid food waste disposers, trash compactors and hot water dispenser. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1983 | 22 | 17mb | $7.99 |
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KitchenAid 20 Series Dishwasher Training Booklet
Here is a fascinating 40 page book looking at how Hobart educated their sales reps to show off all the features and quality of the 20-Series KitchenAid Dishwashers. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1983 | 40 | 28mb | $7.99 |
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1983 KitchenAid Built-In Top-of-the-Line Dishwasher Comparison
Now this is super interesting, here is a comparison brochure of the KDS-20 Superba Dishwashers to all other major brands of dishwashers in the mid 1970's. Topics include: Water Heating Systems, Motors, Wash Systems and Wash-Arms, Loading, Filtration and Waste Removal, Drying systems, Frames, Tanks, Inner Doors, Fill and Drain Systems, Weights. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1983 | 20 | 13mb | $7.99 |
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Eureka 2300 Series Upright Vacuum Cleaner Owners Guide
Here is the complete owners manual to Eureka upright vacuum cleaner model series/2300. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Eureka |
1977 | 8 | 4mb | $5.99 |
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1952 Kenmore Ken-Cart Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual to Kenmore Ken-Kart Vacuum Cleaners from the early 1950's. Model 116.732. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Kenmore |
8 | 8 | 23mb | $5.99 |
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1980 General Electric Washer and Dryer Brochures
Here are sales litureate brochures for the 1980 line of General Electric Automatic Washers, Dryers and portable washer and dryer. Models include:
Washers:
WWA8470V WWA8450V WWA8350V WWA8320V WWA8300V WWA7070V WWA7050V WWA5800V WWA5600V WWA7060V WWA3100V Dryers: DDE 4000V DDE9200V DDG9280V DDE8200V DDG8280V DDE7500V DDG7580V DDE5900V DDG5980V DDE5300V DDG5380V DDC0580V DDC4580V Portables: WWP1150V DDP1200V |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: General Electric |
1980 | 18 | 15mb | $5.99 |
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Hotpoint Customline Oven and Surface-Cooktop Unit Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and use and care guide to 1958 Hotpoint Customline Built-in Cooking Appliances. Models include:
Customline Surface Cooktops: RM701, RN101, RK501, RK601
Customline Golden Plug-in Griddle Cutomline Built-In Ovens: RJ111, RJ206, RJ601, RL701 Please note this document was donated to the library in pre-scanned pdf format. It is scanned at high-resolution but there are some slightly areas of blurring and discoloration, however it is completely readable and usable. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Hotpoint |
1958 | 64 | 24mb | $7.99 |
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1957 Whirlpool Range Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all 1957 Whirlpool electric ranges. Wiring Diagrams, troubleshooting and service procedures included. Models include: Deluxe: W5743510, Super-Deluxe: W5743910, Custom: W5745610, W5745620, Supreme: WS743710, WS745710 Imperial: W5743710, W5745710, W5743810, W5743811, W5745820, W5745830 |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Whirlpool |
1957 | 57 | 33mb | $7.99 |
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1980 General Electric Dishwasher Brochures
Here are some sales literature brochures from the 1979/1980 line of GE Dishwashers. Images and Specifications included for each model. Both built-in and Portable/Convertible models included. Models include:
GSD1200S, GSD1000S, GSD900X, GSD650W, GSD551W, GSD400W, GSD1200, GSD1000, GSD900, GSC950W, GSC650W, SGSC450W, GSD400W, GSD390W. |
Dishwashers Published by: General Electric |
1980 | 17 | 15mb | $5.99 |
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1983 Kelvinator Appliances Catalog
Here is a 52 page catalog of WCI/Kelvinator appliances from 1983. Full images and descriptions of all models available at that time included. Products include:
Refrigerators
Freezers Ranges Full Size Automatic Washers Full Size Clothes Dryers Portable and Space Saving Washers and Dryers Dishwashers Air Conditioners Dehumidifiers |
Full Catalog Published by: Kelvinator |
1983 | 52 | 45mb | $7.99 |
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1980 General Electric Range Sales Power Manual
Quality Ranges - Better Ways to Cook and Clean. This 48 page book takes a fascinating look at features and benefits of GE ranges. Sections include: Basic Features and Benefits Range Quality Story Why People Buy GE Ranges Consumer Profile/Buying Trends Electric Range Industry Range Model Nomenclature Control Panel Cooktop Door Design Ovens Standard Continuous Cleaning Self -Cleaning Oven Cooking Broiling Baking Rotisserie Automatic Meat Thermometer Clean Sweep Design 30" Range with Electronic Touch Timer 30" Americana® Hi/Low Range Hi/Low & Built-In Microwave Ranges TimeMaker™ Range Mark 27 Drop-In Range 30" Slide-In Range Grill/Griddle Range Built-In Ovens Cooktops Hoods Spacemaker™ Microwave Oven Energy Conservation Tips Questions & Answers Range Accessories Oven Interior Dimensions Modular Range Displays Warranties Notes |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: General Electric |
1980 | 48 | 27mb | $7.99 |
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1967 Philco-Ford Top-Loading Washer Brochures
Here are brochures for the entire 1967 line of Philco top-loading Automatic Washer line. Full images, control panel views and specifications and machine price list included. Models include: W-2G8, W-2G6, W-2G4, W-2G3, W-2G2, W-2G1. This brochure is rare and it's scanned at super high-resolution of 600dpi for crisper close-ups/zooms. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Philco |
1967 | 14 | 46mb | $7.99 |
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1967 Philco-Ford Clothes Dryer Brochures
Here are brochures for the entire 1967 line of Philco gas and electric clothes dryers. Full images, control panel views and specifications and machine price list included. Models include: DG-6G8, DE-6G8, DG-6G4, DE-6G4, DG-6G3, DE-6G3, DG-6G2, DE-6G2, |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Philco |
1967 | 20 | 16mb | $5.99 |
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1910s thru 1940s Thor Conventional Washing Machines
This 99 page document shows the complete history of Thor wringer, spinner and cylinder washers from the teens thru the late 1940s. Included are complete machine views as well as parts list for the washer section (everything below the wringer) for each machine. Models include their twin tub, cylinder, agitator, gentle hand and agitator/spinner models. Very interesting read to say the least. |
Wringer Washers Published by: Thor |
1949 | 99 | 107mb | $12.84 |
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Hotpoint Clothes Dryer Operating Instructions
Operating instruction card for dryer model LB245 |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Hotpoint |
1962 | 4 | 2mb | $5.99 |
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Ronson Cook n Stir 10 Speed Blender Owners Manual
Here is the full owners manual, operating instructions and comprehensive receipe guide to the Ronson Cook 'n stir. |
Small Appliances Published by: Ronson |
1968 | 116 | 41mb | $7.99 |
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1949 Hotpoint Wringer Washer Owners Manual
Washdays Made Easier by Hotpoint is the complete owners manual to Hotpoint wringer washers from the late 1940's. |
Wringer Washers Published by: Hotpoint |
1949 | 16 | 11mb | $7.99 |
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User Instructions to Kelvinator Ranges
Here is the complete Use and Care guide to Kelvinator Electric Range models RER302P and RER402P. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Kelvinator |
1980 | 20 | 15mb | $7.99 |
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Service manual to the very first Westinghouse Combination Washer-Dryer
The race was furious in the 1950s for many of the major washing machine manufacturers to get a combination washer-dryer to market. Here is the complete service manual for Westinghouse's very first combo model, the WD-1 referred to as the "Wash 'n Dry Laundromat". Sections include: Specifications and parts, cycle of operation, electrical circuits and wiring diagrams, troubleshooting, Parts replacement, transmission detail and general information. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Westinghouse |
1955 | 40 | 20mb | $5.99 |
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1968 Automatic Washer Facts Manual
Speed Queen produced their Facts Manuals to give to dealers and customers information regarding their products throughout the 60's. These documents are filled with beautiful images, illustrations and full specifications. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Speed Queen |
1968 | 8 | 9mb | $5.99 |
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Stow-Away Portable Washer Brochures and Owners Manual
Now these are some rare machines, Brochures for both the Slimline and Stow-Away portable washers and dryers from Norge. Also included is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to Norge's to the Stow-Away portable washer. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Norge |
1974 | 12 | 10mb | $5.99 |
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1964 Kenmore Dryer 700 Series Operating Instructions
Here are the operating instructions packed with every 700 Series Kenmore Dryer in 1964. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Kenmore |
1964 | 4 | 5mb | $5.99 |
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ABC and Kelvinator Comprehensive Part Number Guide
Here is a wonderful guide for anyone with vintage ABC-o-Matic or Kelvinator laundry equipment. It has many images and diagrams of all the major parts as well as the part numbers for vintage ABC/Kelvinator automatic washers and dryers from 1949 thru 1962. Having the right part numbers will make searches much easier. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Kelvinator |
1962 | 17 | 9mb | $5.99 |
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1952 General Electric Home Laundry Product Man
1952 General Electric Home Laundry Service Manual covering Automatic Washers, Wringer Washers, Dryers and Mangle Ironers. GE's Product Man Service Manuals 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. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: General Electric |
1952 | 140 | 58mb | $6.96 |
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KitchenAid 7 Series Top Loading Portable Dishwasher Owners Manual
Complete owners manuals and operating instructions to all 7 series KitchenAid Top Loading automatic dishwashers from the mid 1970s. Models include the Electra KDC-7 and the Vari-Cycle models KDA-7 and KDW-7. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1972 | 16 | 11mb | $7.99 |
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KitchenAid 6 Series Portable Dishwasher Parts Catalog
Here is the complete parts list to all 6 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. Models include: KDD-66 Deluxe Model KDR-5 Royal Model |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1975 | 24 | 8mb | $7.99 |
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1960 General Electric Automatic Washer Brochures
Here are brochures for the 1960 line of General Electric automatic washers. Models include:
WA-1050T, WA-1055T, WA-850T, WA855T, WA-852T, WA-857T, WA-750T, WA755T, WA-630T, WA635T, WA-600T, WA605T,
Beautiful images and full specifications included for each model. |
Automatic Washers Published by: General Electric |
1960 | 18 | 26mb | $7.99 |
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1954 Westinghouse Hand Mixer Service Manual
Complete service manual to Westinghouse Mixer model PM-541 hand mixer. Sections include Explanation of Parts, Trouble Diagnoses, Adjustments and Tests, Replacing Parts. |
Small Appliances Published by: Westinghouse |
1954 | 8 | 9mb | $5.99 |
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Breezing thru Washday with your new Frigidaire Fabric-Master Automatic Washer
Complete Owners manual and operating instructions to Frigidaire's first MultiMatic washers. This version is for the Custom Imperial and Imperial models WCIR-59, WCI-59 and WI-59. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1959 | 32 | 19mb | $5.99 |
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KitchenAid 17 Series Dishwasher Built-In Brochures and Owners Manual
Full brochure with images and complete specifications as well as the complete owners manual for KitchenAid dishwashers KDS-17, KDI-17, KDC-17 and KDI-17. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1974 | 26 | 23mb | $7.99 |
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Leonard Dream Line For Leisure Living
This brochure is absolutely adorable and screams mid 1950s. It highlights all of the Leonard appliance line which was produced by the Kelvinator Division of American Motors. Appliances include Refrigerators, Electric Ranges, Washers and Dryers. The Leonard line was produced for Northern Electric in Canada. |
Full Catalog Published by: Leonard |
1957 | 18 | 19mb | $5.99 |
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KitchenAid KD-11 Automatic Dishwasher Owners Manual
Full owners manual that was packed with every 1956 KitchenAid Dishwasher, models KD-11, KD-21, KD-31 and KD-41. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1956 | 24 | 10mb | $7.99 |
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Blackstone Automatic Washer and Dryer Brochures
Brochures showing off the very last domestic washer and dryer models produced by Blackstone before the Laundry Division was closed. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Blackstone |
1974 | 12 | 13mb | $5.99 |
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Consumer Bulletin - February 1958
Consumer Bulletin magazine was a product rating company that was started in 1928. This issue contains full descriptions/story, ratings and charts for 1958 Automatic Dishwashers. Brands rated include: American Kitchens, Frigidaire, General Electric, Hotpoint, James, Kelvinator, KitchenAid, RCA Whirlpool, Westinghouse and Youngstown. The brands are segregated between Recommended and Intermediate. Before you read the article see if you can guess which brands will be put in which category. To my surprise I got it completely wrong! Other ratings include: Those unreadable labels on food packages Motor scooters from Europe The 1958 Rambler- Discussion and rating How to choose a pair of binoculars Hazardous new electric teapots A word of caution for car owners Adhesives for household use Electronic organs for the home, with ratings of spinet models Safeguarding electrical equipment by grounding New 35 mm. cameras and slide projectors Moisture in fuel oil tanks Electric lamp bulbs The heating system of your school and its controls |
Miscellaneous Published by: Consumer Bulletin |
1958 | 40 | 38mb | $4.99 |
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KitchenAid Mixer K5SS and K45SS Instruction and Recipe Owners Manual
Here is the owners manual that was packed with every KitchenAid stand mixer model K5SS and K45SS. Sections include: Understanding Your Food Preparer, Speed Control Guide, Adjusting Beater To Bowl, Care and Cleaning, Helpful Hints, Mixing Tips, Recommended Recipes. |
Small Appliances Published by: KitchenAid |
1983 | 52 | 41mb | $7.99 |
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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 | $5.99 |
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Electrical Merchandising Magazine - June 1953
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 |
1953 | 210 | 105mb | $12.99 |
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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 | $5.99 |
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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.