VINTAGE OWNER'S MANUALS, SERVICE MANUALS, BROCHURES AND PUBLICATIONS
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1970 Blackstone Automatic Washer Service Manual
Complete service manual to the 1970 line of Blackstone washers. Models include: BA-502, BA-702, BA-902. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Blackstone |
1970 | 37 | 18mb | $5.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 6 days |
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1956 Frigidaire Imperial and Deluxe Automatic Washer Brochures
Here are beautiful brochures from 1956 for Frigidaire's Imperial Unimatic and Deluxe Pulsamatic automatic washers. Full images and specifications are included. Unimatic Imperial Model WI-56
Pulsamatic Deluxe Model WD-56 |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1956 | 4 | 4mb | $5.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 6 days |
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1955 General Electric Laundry Brochures
1955 was a big year for General Electric laundry appliances. Both the Filter-Flo system was introduced on their top-loading automatic washers as well as their first washer/dryer combo was introduced. These are beautifully illustrated brochures with full specifications included. Models: Washer: WA-750M, Dryer: DA-623M and Washer/Dryer Combo: WD-660M. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: General Electric |
1955 | 12 | 11mb | $5.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 6 days |
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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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1959 General Electric Automatic Washer Brochure
Here is the complete brochure showing off the top of the line 1959 models of the GE automatic washer. Models: WA-9505 and WA-9505S (suds-saver model) |
Automatic Washers Published by: General Electric |
1959 | 4 | 9mb | $5.99 |
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1965 General Electric Washer and Dryer Brochures
Here are beautiful brochures highlighting the 1965 line of GE Washers and Dryers. Images and full specifications for each model included. Models include: WA-1250A, DA-1220A, WA-750A, DA-820A, WA-650A, DA-620A, and the Hi-Speed Gas Dryer: DG-4920A |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: General Electric |
1965 | 14 | 29mb | $7.99 |
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1960 General Electric Home Laundry Product Man
1960 General Electric Home Laundry Service Manual covering Automatic Washers, Dryers and Combination Washer/Dryers. 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 |
1960 | 48 | 27mb | $5.99 |
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1956 Washer Service Instruction Film Narrative and Service Manual
Here are two complete Kelvinator automatic washer manuals into one .pdf file. The first is the narrative to the "Service Instruction Film-Strip" on Installation and Disassembly. The second part is the complete Service Manual and Parts Guide to all 1956 Kelvinator automatic washers. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kelvinator |
1956 | 91 | 68mb | $5.99 |
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1976 Frigidaire Dishwasher Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all 1976 Frigidaire automatic dishwashers, both built-in and portable models. Models include: DWU-2, DWU-3, DWU-4, DWU-5
DWM-2, DWM-3, DWM-4, DWM-5. |
Dishwashers Published by: Frigidaire |
1976 | 68 | 40mb | $5.99 |
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1974 Frigidaire Touch-and-Cook Electric Range Service Manual
Here is the complete service manual to Frigidaire's first digital touch-pad electric Range! Full specifications, service and troubleshooting sections included. Models include: RCIE3-39CDW and RCIE-39CDW. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Frigidaire |
1974 | 42 | 32mb | $7.99 |
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1965 Philco Duomatic Washer-Dryer Brochures
Here are brochures for the entire 1965 line of Philco Duomatic Combination Washer-Dryers. Full images and specifications and machine price-list included. Special bonus, 1965 Philco gas dryers brochures are also included at the end of the document. Duomatic Combo Models include: CE-7F8, CG-7F8, CE-7F6, CG-730, CE-730. Dryers: DG-6F8, DG-6F4, DG-6F3, DG-6F2. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Philco |
1965 | 19 | 37mb | $5.99 |
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1966 Philco Duomatic Washer-Dryer Brochures
Here are brochures for the entire 1966 line of Philco Duomatic Combination Washer-Dryers. Full images and specifications and machine price list included. Models include: CE-7G8, CG-7G8, CE-7G6. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Philco |
1966 | 12 | 17mb | $5.99 |
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1957 Philco-Bendix Duomatic Washer-Dryer Owners Manuals
Here is the complete owner's manual and operating/use and care guide to all top-of-the-line 1957 Philco-Bendix combination washer-dryers. Model: CGR-C. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Bendix |
1957 | 40 | 45mb | $7.99 |
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Easy Holiday Automatic Washer Model AEG Service Manual
This is the service manual supplement created specifically for the bottom of the line washer model AEG. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Easy |
1961 | 26 | 18mb | $5.99 |
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Easy Velva-Power Automatic Washer Model Transmission Service Manual
This is the comprehensive service manual created specifically for servicing Easy's new Velva-Power transmission when it first introduced. The Velva-Power transmission was Easy's own design when they moved away from using a Beam style tranmission that was so common in Speed Queen and other brands of solid-tub automatic washers. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Easy |
1961 | 20 | 13mb | $5.99 |
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1966 Maytag Lets Talk Service
Here every Maytag service bulletin from 1966. These fact-packed bulletins are showing off the new line of Maytag automatic washers produced starting in 1966. These fact-packed bulletins report model changes, wash and dry cycle changes, service tips, new products being introduced, new parts, reports from the field, etc. Washers and dryers are both covered. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Maytag |
1966 | 63 | 44mb | $7.99 |
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1964 General Electric Washer and Dryer Brochures
Here are beautiful brochures highlighting the 1964 line of GE Washers and Dryers. Images and full specifications for each model included. Models include: WA-1250Y, DA-1220Y, WA-950Y, DA-920Y, WA-805Y, DA-820Y, WA-650Y, DA-620Y, WA-550Y, DA-520Y. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: General Electric |
1964 | 18 | 36mb | $7.99 |
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1961 General Electric Combination Washer-Dryer Brochures
Here is the complete brochure showing off the 1961 models of the GE combination washer/dryer. Models: WD-860V, WD-560D. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: General Electric |
1961 | 4 | 9mb | $5.99 |
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1984 Maytag Dishwasher Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all Maytag Jet-Clean Dishwashers from the early and mid 1980s. Models Include:
"00 Series": WU-100, WU-WC300, WU-500, WU-WC-700, WU-900
"01 Series": WU-101, WU-WC301, WU-501, WU-WC-701, WU-901 "02 Series": WU-102, WU-WC302, WU-502, WU-WC-702, WU-902 Microprocessor Model: WU1000 Full troubleshooting, cycle-charts, schematics and servicing information is included. |
Dishwashers Published by: Maytag |
1984 | 213 | 103mb | $7.99 |
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Maytag Automatic Washer model A212 Operating Instructions
Here is the complete Operating Instructions manual included with all Maytag A212 washers. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1983 | 8 | 7mn | $5.99 |
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1962-1987 KitchenAid General and Service Bulletins
Here is a collection of the majority of KitchenAid appliances General Bulletins and Service Bulletins. The majority of information concerns dishwasher with a bit of disposer and trash compactor information included as well. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1987 | 266 | 147mb | $7.99 |
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Westinghouse Terrace-Top Range Owners Manuals
Here is a set of owners manuals for several Westinghouse Terrace-Top Range in the 1960's. Models include: NTE3B, NTE3C, NTE3D, KTE3C, KLD30, KTB30A. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Westinghouse |
1966 | 48 | 34mb | $7.99 |
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1973 General Electric Automatic Washer Technical Manual
Here is the complete technical manual for all 1973 General Electric automatic washers. Sections include: Timer, Schematics, Select Switches, Water System, Drive System, Other Components, Cabinet Construction, Suspension system, Installation, Service Practices, Use & Care, Washability, Portable models. Models covered: 18lb Washers: WWA9508P, WWA9500P, WWA9400P, WWA9300P, WWA8508P, WWA8500P, WWA8428P, WWA8420P, WWA8408P, WWA8400P, WWA8375P, WWA8364P, WWA8360P, WWA8305P, WWA8330P, WWA8314P, WWA8310P, WWA8300P, WWA8000P 14lb Washers: WWA7400P, WWA7350P, WWA7300P, WWA7050P, WWA7060P, WWA7030P, WWA7000P, WWA5500P, WWA5400P, WWA5000P Portable Washers: WWP1020P, WWP1023P, WWP1150P, WWP5300P |
Automatic Washers Published by: General Electric |
1973 | 206 | 111mb | $7.99 |
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1963 Philco Automatic Washer Brochures
Here are some beautiful brochures showing off the 1963 line of Philco automatic washers. Pages contain full description of features, images of each model, full control panel views of each model and complete specifications. Models include: W-236, W-234, W-232, W-231, W-233V, W-231V. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Philco |
1963 | 17 | 43mb | $7.99 |
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1963 Philco Duomatic Combination Washer-Dryer Brochures
Here are some beautiful brochures showing off the 1963 line of Philco Duomatics, their combination washer-dryer line. Both electric and gas models are shown. Pages contain full description of features, images of each model, full control panel views of each model and complete specifications. Models include: CE-736, CG-736, CE-734, CE-730, CG-730, CE-730U. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Philco |
1963 | 17 | 41mb | $7.99 |
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For the Finest in Modern Care
Gorgeous full brochure/book for the 1967 line of Whirlpool automatic washers and dryers. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Whirlpool |
1967 | 16 | 25mb | $4.99 |
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Hoover Constellation Model 84 Owners Manual
Full owners manual and operating instructions for the Hoover Constellation Model 84. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Hoover |
1956 | 16 | 7mb | $4.99 |
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Thor Automagic Washer-Dishwasher Service Manual
Here is the complete service manual to the semi-automatic versions of the Thor washer/dishwasher combination. Models include 200, 222, 244, 252, 253 and 254. Completer service, installation, parts and operating instructions are included. This service manual is to be used in conjunction with the Thor washer/dishwasher transmission Service Manual. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Thor |
1953 | 84 | 52mb | $5.99 |
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Norge Plus Capacity Automatic Washer Training Guide
Here is the complete training guide produced by Norge when they introduced their brand new line of large 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-1530, AWF-1531, AWF-1540, AWF-1541, AWF-2550, AWF-2551, AWF-3540 and AWF-3541 |
Automatic Washers Published by: Norge |
1964 | 95 | 68mb | $8.16 |
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1961 Frigidaire Washer Owners Manual for Deluxe Models
Full owners manual and operating instructions to all '61 Frigidaire Washers. Models WDA-61 and WD-61. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1961 | 20 | 12mb | $4.99 |
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Apex Sprial Dasher Agitator automatic washer Service Manual
Very rare service manual showing mechanical details and specifications for Apex's back and forth agitator washer design. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Apex |
1956 | 30 | 15mb | $4.99 |
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KitchenAid 5 Series Portable Top-Loading Dishwasher Brochure
Beautiful brochure from Hobart highlighting the 5 series portable top-loading dishwashers. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1971 | 4 | 5mb | $7.99 |
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General Electric Washers, Dryers, Combinations. Because They Are Special
Full brochure with images, feature explanations and full specifications for the entire line of 1970 General Electric Automatic Washers, Dryers and Combination Washer-Dryers. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: General Electric |
1970 | 16 | 15mb | $4.99 |
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1966 Philco Duomatic Washer-Dryer Brochures
Here are brochures for the entire 1966 line of Philco Duomatic Combination Washer-Dryers. Full images and specifications and machine price list included. Models include: CE-7G8, CG-7G8, CE-7G6. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Philco |
1966 | 12 | 17mb | $5.99 |
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1963 Speed Queen Automatic Washer Service Manual
Complete service manual to Speed Queen washer models A44F and A44WF. Sections include: Specifications, Cycle Chart, Installation, Service Procedures, Adjustments, Test Procedures and Service Helps. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Speed Queen |
1963 | 50 | 28mb | $4.99 |
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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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Speed Queen Laundromat Change Machine Brochures
Here are some brochures for some specialty equipment for your Laundromat. They highlight change machines and other Speed Queen commercial laundry equipment. |
Miscellaneous Published by: Speed Queen |
1975 | 8 | 8mb | $4.99 |
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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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Living's Lighthearted with your new 1956 Frigidaire Electric Range
Full owners manual and operating instructions to all 1956 30" Frigidaire Electric Ranges. Models include:
Imperial: RIS-39-56 and RI-39-56 Deluxe: RD-38-56 and RD-30-56 |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Frigidaire |
1956 | 40 | 14mb | $7.99 |
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Open up a Whole New World of Color with Speed Queen
Here is a beautiful brochure from Speed Queen when they first introduced colors into their Washer and Dryer line. The 1967 top of the line washer and dryer line is highlighted with images and specifications for each color. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Speed Queen |
1967 | 4 | 7mb | $4.99 |
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Hotpoint Electric Range Brochures
Hotpoint electric range brochures from the 1950 and 1951 lines. Images and full specs on each. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Hotpoint |
1951 | 12 | 15mb | $4.99 |
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1965 Frigidaire Dishwasher J-Line Tech-Talk Service Manual
Here is the full Tech-Talk service manual for all 1965 Frigidaire Under-counter made by General Motors and Portable Frigidaire dishwashers made by D&M. Models include:
DW-DUJ, DW-IUJ, DW-SMJ, DW-DMJ,
DW-IMJ Dishwashers Specifications, Cycle charts and full servicing information included. |
Dishwashers Published by: Frigidaire |
1964 | 64 | 59mb | $5.99 |
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How To Troubleshoot a TV Receiver
This is a wonderful 155+ page primer book in learning how to fix and restore vintage tube black/white Television sets from the 1940's thru the early 1960's. It was the very first book I read when I began working on restoring vintage television sets myself. Chapters include...
1 Getting the Most Out of TV Service Data
2 TV Receiver Sections 3 Tools, Equipment, and Accessories 4 Preliminary Observations and Checks - The Troubleshooting Approach 5 Use of Test Patterns and Cross-Hatch Patterns in Troubleshooting 6 Controls and Their Adjustment 7 Tubes and Tube Checking 8 The Dead Receiver 9 Interpreting Raster or Picture Distortion 10 Sound Troubles 11 Physical Aspects of TV Troubleshooting 12 Index |
Television Published by: Library |
1958 | 159 | 72mb | $7.99 |
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Jan-Feb 1955 Westinghouse Service Beacon
Here is the bi-monthly service bulletin produced by Westinghouse for their dealers and servicers. Articles include: Handle Differently - Columbus and Springfield Refrigerator Units
Good Service .. . 7 Years Later 140 ° Water Necessary for Proper Dishwashing Timer Operation Guarantees 140° Water in All DWC & DWD Dishwashers To Install a D-8 Dryer In An Old Dryer Installation, Use This Adaptor What You Learn at the Factory Service School Check the Refrigerator Defrost Control Plunger Make This Gauge Repairing Latch Handle Assemblies Out of the Tool Kit Win Any of These Awards A New Dishwasher Fill Valve-facing New Food Waste Disposer Sink Flange and Safe Top How to Replace Iron Elements Changes In To-542 Toaster Manual Parts List Westinghouse Appliance Dealer Uniforms Catalog |
Miscellaneous Published by: Westinghouse |
1955 | 24 | 22mb | $4.99 |
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Eureka Power -- Upright Vacuum Cleaner Brochures
Beautiful sales literature brochures for Eureka upright vacuum cleaners. Models include 2385, 2375, 2325, 2315, 2364, 2314 and 1444. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Eureka |
1976 | 14 | 18mb | $4.99 |
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Sears Midsummer 1968 Spectacular of Great Catalog Values
"Featuring Sears National Home Appliance Event". Large format (8" x 13") summer sales catalog showing off Sears appliances including Washers, Dryers, Dishwashers, Refrigerators, Freezers, Ranges, Vacuum Cleaners, Televison Sets, etc. Catalog prices good through August 27, 1968. |
Store Catalog Pages Published by: Sears |
1969 | 17 | 40mb | $4.99 |
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Parts List for Kenmore Automatic Washer 110.543580 and 110.543590
Here is the complete service parts listing to 1954 Kenmore model automatic washers. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kenmore |
1954 | 12 | 7mb | $4.99 |
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1974 to 1978 General Electric Dishwasher Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive technical and service manual to all General Electric Dishwashers made from 1974 thru 1978. Sections include Model Information, Service Procedures, Wiring Diagrams, Timer Increment Charts, Service Notes. |
Dishwashers Published by: General Electric |
1978 | 138 | 75mb | $9.00 |
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1952 General Electric Refrigerator Product Man
1952 General Electric Service Manual covering Home Refrigerator and Freezers. 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. |
Refrigerators/Freezers Published by: General Electric |
1952 | 118 | 43mb | $5.16 |
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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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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.