VINTAGE OWNER'S MANUALS, SERVICE MANUALS, BROCHURES AND PUBLICATIONS
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Westinghouse Laundromat Model LCC30 Owners Manual
Full Owners manual and use/care guide to Westinghouse Laundromat automatic home washer model LCC30. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1963 | 24 | 20mb | $11.99 |
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Westinghouse Laundromat Model LLC30 Owners Manual
Full Owners manual and use/care guide to Westinghouse Laundromat automatic home washer model LLC30. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1963 | 24 | 21mb | $11.99 |
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1954 Norge Automatic Washer and Dryer Brochures
Here are some beautiful sales literature brochures highlighting Norge's 1954 line of automatic washers, semi-automatic washers and clothes dryers. Suggested retail price list at end of file. Models include: Automatic washers: AW450, AW-425, AW-422SP, AW-410 Semi-Automatic washers: AW-405 Dryers: AG-730, AE-620, AG-710, AE-610. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Norge |
1954 | 20 | 66mb | $8.99 |
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Maytag Washer A702-A702S Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions packed with every Maytag A702/A702S (S is the suds-saver model) from the early 1960's. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1962 | 22 | 22mb | $11.99 |
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Speed Queen Combination Washer-Dryer Facts Manual
Here is the very rare Facts Manual produced by Speed Queen when they introduced their Washer-Dryer combination machine to highlight all the features and conveniences of having one machine do both the washing and drying. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Speed Queen |
1962 | 16 | 36mb | $8.99 |
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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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1965 General Electric Automatic Washer Operating Guide
Here is complete operating instructions and use/care guide to GE washer models WA-832A and WA-837A. |
Automatic Washers Published by: General Electric |
1965 | 26 | 51mb | $11.99 |
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Brochure to the Very First Whirlpool Automatic Washer
Here is a wonderful brochure Whirlpool produced back in '47 when they introduced their very first automatic washer. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Whirlpool |
1947 | 12 | 38mb | $11.99 |
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1950 Westinghouse Laundromat Brochure
Here is a beautiful brochure from Westinghouse showing off their new 1950 model Laundromat model L-5. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1950 | 16 | 42mb | $8.99 |
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1957 Speed Queen Washer Operating Instructions and Brochure
Complete sales literature brochure as well the operating instruction guide to 1957 Speed Queen automatic washer models A18 and A19. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Speed Queen |
1957 | 8 | 23mb | $11.99 |
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1987 Whirlpool Laundry Products Catalog
Here is a wonderful brochure highlighting the 1987 line of Whirlpool Washers and Dryers. Models include washers: LA3400XS, LA4400XS LA5400XS, LA6300XS, LA5000XS, LA5300XS, LA5500XS, LA5700XS, LA6150XS, LA7700XS, LA3800XS, LA5380XS, LA5580XS, LA5800XS, LA7800XS, LABBOOXS, LA9800XS. dryers: LE/G2000XS, LE/G3000XS, LE/G5700XS, LE/G5800XS, LE/G6150XS, LE/G7800XS, LE/G9800XS. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Whirlpool |
1987 | 24 | 67mb | $14.99 |
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1960 Hotpoint Automatic Washer Brochures
Here are beuatiful brochures for the 1960 line of Hotpoint Automatic Washers. Models include: LW090, LW070, LW060, LW050, LW0506, LW030, LW025. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Hotpoint |
1960 | 16 | 67mb | $8.99 |
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1960 Hotpoint Dryer Brochures
Brochures highligting the 1960 line of Hotpoint clothes dryers. Modes Include: LC090, LB090, LB070, LB050, LB030 |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Hotpoint |
1960 | 10 | 38mb | $8.99 |
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1963 Pyrex Glassware Retail Catalog
Here is a wonderful and rare catalog of Pyrex-ware glass kitchen products. Products include: Clear ovenware, Town & Country, Turquoise, Early American, Pink, Primary sets, Casseroles, Coffee pots, saucepans, double boilers, dishware and tumblers, salt/pepper shakers. Full retail price list included at end for all products. |
Full Catalog Published by: Pyrex |
1963 | 0 | 47mb | $14.99 |
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1960 Hotpoint Cooking Appliances Brochures
Beautiful brochures highlighting the 1960 line of electric ranges, cooktops, built-in ovens and the Customline Crest line of ranges as well. Models include:
RB75-A, RB65-A, RB45-A, RB18-A, RB15-A, RA-301, RA-101, CustomLine Crest RU75-A, RU45-A, RR25-A, RJ85-A, RJ65-A, RJ35-A, RJ34-A, RJ15-A, RL75-A, RJ77-A, RJ-76A, |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Hotpoint |
1960 | 38 | 150mb | $14.99 |
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1984 General Electric Washer Use and Care Book
Here is the complete owners manual and use/care guide to GE Automatic Washer model WWA8364V. |
Automatic Washers Published by: General Electric |
1984 | 32 | 63mb | $11.99 |
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1962 General Electric Washers and Dryers Brochures
Here are beautiful brochures for the 1962 line of GE automatic washers, combination washer/dryers, utility sink washer and dryers. High resolution scan of 600dpi for crisp Images and full specifications included. Models include... Washers: WA-1050W, WA-950W, WA-850W, WA-750W, WA-650W, WA-550W Dryers: DA-1020W, DA-920W, DA-820W, DA-720W, DA-620W, DA-520W Utility/Sink Washer: WB2050W Undercounter Dryer: DU2020W Combination Washer/Dryers: WD-860W, WD-560W |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: General Electric |
1962 | 32 | 149mb | $14.99 |
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GE Pull-Out Dishwasher Operating Guide
Here is the complete owners manual and operating use/care instructions to 1962 General Electric pull-out built-in dishwashers models: SU66 and SU60. |
Dishwashers Published by: General Electric |
1962 | 24 | 35mb | $11.99 |
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1962 General Electric Range-Oven Brochures
Here are beautiful brochures for the 1962 line of GE free standing electric ranges and cooking appliances, including the Americana models!
High resolution scan of 600dpi for crisp Images and full specifications included.
Models include... J790W, J792W, J760W, J762W, J791W, J761W, J763W, J408W, J750W, J304W, J404W, J303W, J403W, J406W, J402W, J302W, J400W, J401W, J301W, J299W. Also included is the planning dimensions book the Americana model J790W. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: General Electric |
1962 | 0 | 150mb | $14.99 |
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Maytag Washer Model 142B-142SB Owners Manual
Here is a rare owners manual on the first major center-dial Maytag automatic washer. Models include both 142B and 142SB (suds saver model). |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1958 | 26 | 8mb | $11.99 |
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1990 Maytag Washers and Dryers Brochure
Beautiful brochure highlighting the 2nd to last generation of helical drive Newton made Maytag laundry appliances. Models include:
washers: A9800, A9700, A9400, A9200, A7800, A7500, A7300.
dryers: D9900, D9800, D7600, D7500, D7400, D4000. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Maytag |
1990 | 16 | 32mb | $14.99 |
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1970 Maytag Dishwasher Brochure
Very fun brochure highligting the Maytag top-of-the line dishwasher of the early 1970s. |
Dishwashers Published by: Maytag |
1970 | 6 | 29mb | $8.99 |
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1965 Westinghouse Top-Loading Washer Brochures
Here are brochures produced right after the switch-over to Westinghouse's own design of top-loading automatic washers. Models include: LAF200, LAF400 and LAF600. Dryers are also shown: DTF200, DTF400/DGF400 and DTF600/DGF600 |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1965 | 12 | 53mb | $8.99 |
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1954 Whirlpool Home Laundry Appliances Book
Here is an absolute beautifully illustrated catalog in book form from Whirlpool highlighting their 1954 line of home laundry appliances. Products include automatic washers, dryers, wringer washers and mangle ironer. Scanned at 600ddpi high resolution for a beautiful pdf file. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Whirlpool |
1954 | 52 | 171mb | $14.99 |
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Early Kenmore Dishwasher Owners Manual
I'm guessing this book is from around 1956. This is probably the first front-loading home dishwasher ever marketed by Kenmore. It's made by D&M. The dishwasher in the earlier Sears catalogs was marketed under the name Homart as a top-loading machine. Full operating instructions, cycle chart, installation instructions and parts list included. |
Dishwashers Published by: Kenmore |
1956 | 36 | 40mb | $12.99 |
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1969 Westinghouse Front Load Washers and Dryers
Brochures and spec sheets for the 1966 line of front loaders and their matching dryers. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Westinghouse |
1969 | 8 | 12mb | $8.99 |
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Consumer Bulletin - October 1962
For October of '62 Consumer Bulletin tests "Flair" style High-Oven electric ranges. In this issue they provide a full story and full ratings on their test results of the following models: Frigidaire Custom Imperial Flair, General Electric Americana, Kenmore Classic, Tappen Fabulous 400 and the Westinghouse Continential. Other interesting reports in this issue include: A further look at popular breakfast cereals, What goes into modern chewing gums?, Should you "dry clean" your car- or wash it with water, in the time-honored way?, Stereo FM (multiplex) adapters, Selecting a Shotgun, Tire gauges and "Runless" nylons. Also "The sun tan may be unfashionable one of these days. The danger of skin cancer will soon eliminate today's sun tan as a status symbol". |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Consumer Bulletin |
1962 | 44 | 49mb | $8.99 |
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Operating Instructions and The Basic Dryer Book
Owners Manual, Operating Instructions, Installation Instructions for Whirlpool dryers Models LPE 890-0 and LPI 890-1. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Whirlpool |
1966 | 16 | 16mb | $11.99 |
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Westinghouse Laundromat Clothes Washer Service Manual
Complete servicing manual and wiring information for the new 3-Belt Westinghouse Laundromat washers. This manual focuses on models L-110, L-112 and L-114. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1957 | 44 | 37mb | $12.99 |
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For Care-Free Living Set Your Heart on Crosley-Bendix
Full appliance catalog showing off Bendix and Crosley appliances and kitchens. Includes: washers and dryers, washer-dryer combos, ranges, sinks and disposers, dishwashers, freezers, room air conditioners, refrigerators, water heaters, radios and televison sets. Full images and specifications for all models! |
Full Catalog Published by: Bendix |
1954 | 16 | 17mb | $8.99 |
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Hamilton Beach Food Mixer Instructions and Tested Recipes
Full owners manual to Hamilton Beach's Food Mixer model K. Includes operating instructions, blow, beaters and motor care information and tested recipes. |
Small Appliances Published by: Hamilton Beach |
1965 | 44 | 28mb | $11.99 |
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Instruction Manual for your new Filter Queen
Full owners manual and operating instructions for the Model 31 Filter Queen Vacuum Cleaner. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Filter Queen |
1970 | 14 | 8mb | $11.99 |
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1950 Hotpoint Servicegram Electric Range Service Manual
1950 Hotpoint Servicegram Manual covering Electric Ranges. Sections include: Accessory & Optional Equipment Available to
1950 Hotpoint Range Line (Chart)
Apartment House Hotpoint Range Base Trim for Low Cost 1950 Range Inoperative Range Thermostats Installing a Minute Minder in RB38 Range Installing the llRXll Range Timer Accessory Instant Heat Calrod Unit Instructions for Rewiring Oven Units Oven Problems (Emissivity) Panel Alignment Procedure for Determining the Accuracy of the TC300 and TC400 Testers Pushbutton Switch Switch Knobs UFllP50 Supersedes UF9P50 Unit Timer Repairs Trouble & Remedy Chart for Hotpoint Range Hotpoint's Servicegrams were produced 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. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Hotpoint |
1950 | 26 | 19mb | $14.99 |
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1967 JCPenny Portable Top-Loading Dishwasher Service Manual
Here is the complete service manual to all 1967 JCPenny Mobile-Maid style Portable Dishwashers. Sections include: Specifications, Customer Operating Instructions, Dishwasher Facts, Component Servicing, Maintenance, Troubleshooting and Wiring Diagrams. Models include: 862-7500-70-080 862-7520-70-080 862-7530-70-080 |
Dishwashers Published by: JCPenny |
1967 | 31 | 19mb | $12.99 |
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Amana Appliances Brochure
Brochure titled "When Your Creating A Dream Kitchen, Amana Belongs in your Plans". Full brochure highlighting Amana Appliances from the early 1980's. Images and full specifications included. Products include: Built-in Wall Ovens, both conventional and microwave Cooking Centers, Ranges and Cooktops Radaranges Microwave Ovens Refrigerator-Freezers Chest and Upright Food Freezers Room Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps |
Full Catalog Published by: Amana |
1980 | 8 | 13mb | $8.99 |
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1956 Hotpoint Refrigerator-Freezer Owners Manual
The complete owners manual/use and care guide to all 1956 Hotpoint Refrigerator-Freezers. |
Refrigerators/Freezers Published by: Hotpoint |
1956 | 68 | 74mb | $12.99 |
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Use and Care of your New General Electric Washer
Full owners manual and operating instructions to the 1957 GE Automatic Washers. Beautiful illustrations and images of throughout. |
Automatic Washers Published by: General Electric |
1957 | 28 | 13mb | $11.99 |
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1962 SQ Automatic Washer Service Manual
Full and comprehensive service manual for 1962 Speed Queen automatic washers. This manual is an excellent guide for anyone wanting to learn more about Solenoid-controlled Speed Queen or Beam washing machines made from the late 40's until about 1970. Sections Include: Installation, Service Procedures, Adjustments, Test Procedures, Wiring Diagrams and Timer Sequence Chart, Service Helps and tips. Models highlighted A34, A34W and A35. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Speed Queen |
1962 | 53 | 34mb | $12.99 |
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1961 Constructa Automatic Washer Brochure
Here is a German language brochure from Constructa showing off their 1961 line of front-loading automatic washers. Models include: K3, K3FS, K4, K4FS, K5, K6, T5 |
Automatic Washers Published by: Constructa |
1961 | 24 | 45mb | $8.99 |
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Best Features in this 75 Birthday Bargain!
Brochure for the model J75 Easy Spindrier, with "Automatic Spin-Rinse"! |
Twin Tub Washers Published by: Easy |
1950 | 2 | 2mb | $8.99 |
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Kelvinator Dishwasher Use and Care Guide
The complete owners manual to Kelvinator D&M style dishwashers. |
Dishwashers Published by: Kelvinator |
1980 | 12 | 5mb | $11.99 |
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Maytag Washpower Automatic Operating Instructions for model A906
8.5" x 11" operating instruction card that came with newly designed Center-Dial Maytag Washers. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1966 | 2 | 2mb | $11.99 |
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Now Installed in the New Lady Kenmore Dryer
to Make Your Clothes Positively ODOR-FREEI
Here is the advertising flyer that came packed with every Lady Kenmore clothes dryer highlighting the benefits of the refillable odor neutralizer. Covers Window AC, Furance, Dehumidifers for the Homart, Coldspot and Kenmore brands. |
Miscellaneous Published by: Kenmore |
1961 | 2 | 2mb | $8.99 |
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1964 Frigidaire Refrigerator-Freezer Tech-Talk Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all 1964 Frigidaire Refrigerators. Models include: Models S-10-64, D-10-64, D-12-64, D-14-64, FD-11-64, FDS-13T-2, FD-13T-64, FD-14B-64, FCDM-14-64, FPDS-14T-2, FPD-14T-64, FPD-14B-64, FPI-14T-64, FPI-14B-64, FPI-16B-64 and FPI-198-64. |
Refrigerators/Freezers Published by: Frigidaire |
1964 | 124 | 90mb | $14.99 |
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Philco-Bendix Home Laundry Catalog
Great reference guide to Bendix and Philco washers. Sections include:
Agitator Washers—Major Parts
Air Conditioner Filters Appliance Polish Ballpoint Washers—Major Parts Bearings Belts Bendix-Philco Cross Reference Combination Washer/Dryer—Major Parts Cords, Range & Dryer Covers—Air Conditioner Dexter-Philco Cross Reference Diaphragms Dryer—Major Parts Dryer Cords Dryer Venting Equipment Fast Moving Parts Filters—Air Conditioners Gaskets Gears Hardware—Special Heaters and Heater Kits Hose—Inlet Identification Material Kits—Repair Lubricants Major Parts List Agitator Washers Ballpoint Washers Combination Washer/Dryer Dryers Tumble Action Washers Wringer Washers Paints & Refinishing Materials Philco Bendix/Dexter Cross Reference Data Polish—Appliance Range Cords Seals Service Manuals Signs Solenoids Surface Units—Electric Range Switches Timers Tumble-Action Washers—Major Parts Valves Venting Equipment Wringer Washers—Major Parts |
Full Catalog Published by: Philco |
1962 | 52 | 57mb | $12.99 |
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Automatic Washer Service Manual
Complete service manual to all Norge top-loading automatic washers from 1951-1957. This manual however is valid for most Norge solid-tub washers through the 60s with regards to transmission, pump, motor and other mechanical parts. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Norge |
1957 | 89 | 64mb | $12.99 |
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Kenmore Laundry Guide for your new Automatic Washer
User's guide for '68 Kenmore automatic washers Series 800 and 700. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kenmore |
1968 | 36 | 27mb | $11.99 |
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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 17 series dishwashers. Brochure for models: KDS-17, KDI-17, KDC-17 and KDI-17.
Owners manual for models: portables: KDS-57, KDI-57, built-ins: KDS-17, KDI-17, KDC-17 and KDI-17, sink combination: KDC-37. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1974 | 26 | 23mb | $9.99 |
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Classroom Textbook on Appliance Testing-Small Appliances and Irons
Originally written in 1963 and updated in 1972 these were classroom textbooks for learning how to repair electrical appliances. A fascinating look at how appliance repair was taught and a great primer to learn how to use appliance repair tools and testing equipment, repairing small appliances and lamps and fixtures and irons. Underscores, notes and quiz answers were left in the document from the original student for extra information. Scanned at 600dpi for extra crisp text and images. |
Automatic Washers Published by: NRI |
1972 | 68 | 113mb | $14.99 |
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1968 Co-Op-Franklin Automatic Washer Parts Manual
Here is a rare service manual for all 1968 Franklin made Cop-Op automatic washers. Sections include specifications, repair diagnosis and procedures, timer sequence charts and wiring diagrams. All 1968 models included - 8BW, 8BWC, 8XBW, 8GW, 8LW. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Co-Op |
1968 | 14 | 5mb | $12.99 |
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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.