VINTAGE OWNER'S MANUALS, SERVICE MANUALS, BROCHURES AND PUBLICATIONS
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1954-1955 Norge Automatic Washer Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to the '54 and '55 line of Norge automatic washers. Models include: AW-450, AW-452, AW-420, AW-410, AW-405 and AW-423. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Norge |
1954 | 33 | 23mb | $7.99 |
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1969 Norge Automatic Washer Owners Manual
Here is the complete Use and Care guide along with the Washing Guide for Norge automatic washer model AWK1820. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Norge |
1969 | 48 | 57mb | $7.99 |
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1949-1950 General Electric Heating Appliances Catalog
Here is a beautifully illistrated catalog showing many of General Electric's small appliances including Triple Beat Mixers, Coffee Makers, Toasters, Irons, Automatic Roasters, Waffle Makers and Sandwich Grills. |
Small Appliances Published by: General Electric |
1949 | 25 | 90mb | $7.99 |
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1961 Philco Automatic Washer and Dryer Brochures
Here is the entire 1961 line of Philco automatic washers and dryers. 1961 was the first year Philco went to a perforated wash tub design but still utilizing the 1959-1960 12lb tub capacity and wobbling "High Frequency" agitator. Models include: W-2140, W-2100, DE-6140, DG-6140. Also included at end is the full 1961 price list for dealers. Please note there are a few duplicates of certain brochures in this pdf to capture everything we have found. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Philco |
1961 | 15 | 30mb | $7.99 |
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1961 Philco Duomatic Combination Washer-Dryer Brochures
Here is the complete line of 1961 Philco Duomatic combination washer-dryers. Models include: C-716 (Left over design from 1960 models), C-714, C-712, C-710. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Philco |
1961 | 10 | 11mb | $7.99 |
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1963 Philco Duomatic Use and Care Book
Complete owner's manual to the top of the line 1963 Philco Duomatic model CE-734. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Philco |
1963 | 16 | 12mb | $7.99 |
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1966 Easy Automatic Washer Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all 1966 Easy Automatic Washers. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Easy |
1966 | 40 | 47mb | $7.99 |
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1968 Whirlpool Laundry Appliances Fax-Pac
Here is the official Whirlpool feature training book highlighting the 1968 Whirlpool washer, dryer, wringer washer and portable model lines. Whirlpool fans this beautiful book is definitely for you. This training series was similar to Frigidaire's VIP series which was given to appliance dealers to educate them of all the wonderful new features on Whirlpool appliances. Book contains beautiful images, cycle charts, graphics and comparisons for all aspects of the belt-drive washer and matching dryers and wringer washers. Introduces new "Decorator Front Panel" option with woodtone fronts! This item is scanned at 600dpi for super crisp clear text and images. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Whirlpool |
1966 | 43 | 121mb | $7.99 |
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GE Dishwasher GSD452 Use and Care Guide
Here is the complete Use and Care Guide packed with every GE GSD452 model dishwasher from the late 1970s. |
Dishwashers Published by: General Electric |
1978 | 4 | 5mb | $7.99 |
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Crosley Automatic Washer Use and Care Guide
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to the 1954 Crosley front loading automatic washer. Includes quick start guide at end. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Crosley |
1954 | 47 | 64mb | $7.99 |
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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 | $7.99 |
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1963 Westinghouse Laundromat Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all 1963 Westinghouse automatic washers. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1963 | 49 | 61mb | $7.99 |
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1963 Westinghouse Clothes Dryer Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all Westinghouse clothes dryers from 1963. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Westinghouse |
1963 | 37 | 45mb | $7.99 |
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Whirlpool Washer LAA5300-LAB5300 Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and use and care guide to Whirlpool automatic washer models: LAA5300, LAA5305, LAB5300. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Whirlpool |
1972 | 26 | 36mb | $7.99 |
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Very First Hotpoint Automatic Washer Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to the very first automatic washer produced by Hotpoint. Model: LC2 |
Automatic Washers Published by: Hotpoint |
1949 | 50 | 37mb | $7.99 |
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1949-1956 Hotpoint Automatic Washer Parts Catalog
Here is the comprehensive parts catalog which includes parts diagrams, part numbers and full image of each model of the earliest Hotpoint automatic washers. Even includes the rare window lid Hotpoint washer! Models include: 10LC2, 20LC2, 21LC2, 10-20LC3, 10-20LH1, 10-20LH2, 5LH7, 10LH7, 10LH8, 10-LH11, 11-LH11, 12-LH11, 10-LH12, 12-LH12, 10-LJ2, 10LH3, 10LJ11, 12LJ11, 11LJ16, 10LK1, 10LK2, 10LK11, 12LK11. 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. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Hotpoint |
1956 | 124 | 60mb | $7.99 |
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1967 Whirlpool Dishwasher Brochures
Here are some sales literature brochures highlighting the 1967 line of Whirlpool dishwashers. Models include: Built-in:
SRU-90, SRU-80, SRU-70, SRU-60
Portable: SRP-90, SRP-80, SRP-70, SRP-60, SRC-70 |
Dishwashers Published by: Whirlpool |
1967 | 12 | 34mb | $7.99 |
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1962 Philco Wonder Wash Agitator Brochure
Here is a super cool brochure for the 1962 line of Philco automatic washers. Full feature chart included. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Philco |
1962 | 9 | 6mb | $7.99 |
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Very First Staber Automatic Washer Brochure and Operating Instructions
Here is the brochure, installation and operating instructions to the very first Staber Automatic Washer. The Staber was a USA made horizonal access top loading washer, the first produced horizonal access washer since the 1947-1952 Launderall/Horton washer. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Staber |
1993 | 11 | 11mb | $7.99 |
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1962 Easy Ring-of-Command Automatic Washer Brochures
Here are brochures for the Ring-of-Command line of Easy Automatic Washers. The Ring-of-Command machines utilized a pull ring on the control panel to advance the timer time-line. Models include: ACL, ABL and ASL. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Easy |
1962 | 6 | 14mb | $7.99 |
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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 | $7.99 |
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1975 Waste King Dishwashers Owners Manual
Here is the complete Use and Care guide to all 1975 Waste King dishwashers. Models include: 410, 510, 610, 710, 750 and 910. |
Dishwashers Published by: Waste King |
1975 | 44 | 33mb | $7.99 |
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Post-War Bendix Automatic Washer Brochures
Here are some beautiful sales literature brochures produced by Bendix to show off all of their post-war front loading and top loading "Economat" vacuum squeeze dry washers. Front loading models include both bolt-down and newer "Gyromatic" machines with suspension systems. Models include: G, Updated G, G1, G-312, B, S, B-212, H, N-602. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Bendix |
1950 | 16 | 23mb | $7.99 |
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1961 Kelvinator Automatic Washer Service and Parts Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to the 1961 line of Kelvinator "Orbital Action" automatic washers with Magic Minute. Full service, troubleshooting and parts information included. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kelvinator |
1961 | 83 | 113mb | $7.99 |
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Post-War Bendix Dryer and Ironer Brochures
Here are some beautiful sales literature brochures produced by Bendix to show off all of their automatic clothes dryers, both gas and electric as well as their mangle ironers. Dryer Models include: F, E-804 and E-805
Ironer Models include: D, J and L.
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Clothes Dryers Published by: Bendix |
1950 | 14 | 19mb | $7.99 |
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1961 Frigidaire Portable Dishwasher Tech-Talk Service Manual
Here is the full Tech-Talk service manual for all 1961 Frigidaire D&M made portable dishwashers. Models include:
DW-STB and DW-DTB Frigidaire Automatic Dishwashers
Specifications, Cycle charts and full servicing information included. |
Dishwashers Published by: Frigidaire |
1961 | 60 | 35mb | $7.99 |
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1970 JCPenny Built-In Dishwasher Service Manual
Here is the complete service manual to all 1970 Hotpoint made JCPenny built-in dishwashers. Sections include: Operating Cycles, Functional Operation, Installation, Service Instructions, Troubleshooting and Wiring Diagrams. Models include: 862-8630-90-010, -011, -012, -013, 862-8630-91-010, -011, -012, -013 862-9610-90-010 862-961 0-91-010 862-9640-90-010, -011 862-9640-91-010, -011 862-9930-90-019 862-9930-91-019 |
Dishwashers Published by: JCPenny |
1970 | 35 | 22mb | $7.99 |
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KitchenAid 18 Series Portable Dishwashers Brochure
Here is a brochure that I haven't seen before, it's specifically for the portable models of KitchenAid 18 series dishwashers. Images and full specifications included. Models include: KDS-58, KDI-58, KDC-58, KDR-67B, KDD-67B. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1978 | 0 | 4mb | $9.99 |
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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 | $9.99 |
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1968 Whirlpool Laundry Appliances Fax-Pac
Here is the official Whirlpool feature training book highlighting the 1968 Whirlpool washer, dryer, wringer washer and portable model lines. Whirlpool fans this beautiful book is definitely for you. This training series was similar to Frigidaire's VIP series which was given to appliance dealers to educate them of all the wonderful new features on Whirlpool appliances. Book contains beautiful images, cycle charts, graphics and comparisons for all aspects of the belt-drive washer and matching dryers and wringer washers. Introduces new "Decorator Front Panel" option with woodtone fronts! This item is scanned at 600dpi for super crisp clear text and images. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Whirlpool |
1966 | 43 | 121mb | $7.99 |
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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 | $7.99 |
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Whirlpool Convertible Washer Brochure
Here is the brochure for an early Whirlpool portable washer model LTB6700. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Whirlpool |
1969 | 3 | 5mb | $5.99 |
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Parts List for Kenmore Automatic Dryer Model 110.5708710
Here is the complete service parts list, installation and venting instructions for the 700 series of the 1957 line of Kenmore clothes dryers. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Kenmore |
1957 | 8 | 4mb | $7.99 |
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KitchenAid KDC-61 Dishwasher Owners Manual
Here is complete owners manual to KitchenAid portable dishwashers from the mid-1980's. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1986 | 32 | 29mb | $9.99 |
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How to use and enjoy your new Norge Automatic Dryer
Full owners manual and operating instructions packed with every 1957 model of Norge automatic dryers. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Norge |
1957 | 40 | 18mb | $7.99 |
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1955 General Electric Mobile Maid Dishwasher Owners Manual
Complete user manual and operating instructions to all General Electric portable top loading dishwashers from the mid 1950's. |
Dishwashers Published by: General Electric |
1955 | 24 | 10mb | $7.99 |
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General Electric Appliances for Better Living
Full catalog showing all of GE's major appliance line, refrigerators, freezers, electric ranges, water heaters, dishwashers, disposalls, electric sinks, washers, dryers, ironers. Catalog also includes the entire line of GE Metal Cabinets for kitchens and utility areas. |
Full Catalog Published by: General Electric |
1950 | 24 | 29mb | $7.99 |
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1942-1952 Frigidaire Electric Range Parts Catalog
Complete parts listing for all 1942 to 1952 Frigidaire Ranges. Models include: A 6-42, Al-6, B 10-42. B 15-42, B-17. B-17-LL. B-17, BI-17C, B50-42, B 60-42, Bl-60, B 70-42, BC 5-42, BC 6-42, B 50-42, B 60-42, Bl-60, B70-42, BC5-42, BC 6-42, RK-3, RK-3D, RK-3S, RK-4, RK-4D, RK-10, RK-20, RK-205, RK-40, RK-60, RK-70, R-15, R-17, RM-10, RM-17, RM-3, RM-4, RM-27, RM-30, RM-35, RM-65, RM-45, RL-45, RM-75, RO-10, RO-20, RO-20-2, RO-30, RO-35, RO-30-2, RO-35-2, RO-10-2, RO-12, RO-15-S, RO-40, RO-40-2, RO-50, RO-50-2, RO-60, RO-60-2, RO-70, RO-70-2. Shows all parts and part numbers, including special accessories. 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 any 1938 to 1952 Frigidaire Range. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Frigidaire |
1952 | 179 | 66mb | $14.99 |
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The Quick and Easy Way to Beautiful Ironing
"Instruction handbook for use with Ironrite Automatic Ironer" Full owners manual and operating instructions to the Model 95 Ironrite Automatic Ironer. Looking for the service manual to Ironrite Ironers? Please see this manual: Comprehensive Ironrite Service Manual |
Ironers Published by: Ironrite |
1960 | 20 | 11mb | $7.99 |
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Westinghouse Porta-Vac Service Manual
Here is the service manual for the Westinghouse model T-12 vacuum cleaner. Sections include Description and Specifications, Replacing and Adjusting Parts, Possible Troubles, Replacing Flexible Hose. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Westinghouse |
1954 | 8 | 7mb | $7.99 |
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1963 Westinghouse Laundromat Service Manual Supplement
Here is a complete service manual supplement for all Westinghouse Laundromat Washers from 1963. Sections include full illustrations of each machine, cycle sequence charts for each model as well as wiring diagrams. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1963 | 16 | 5mb | $7.99 |
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You and your General Electric Automatic Dishwasher
Owners manual and operating instructions for the 1950 GE Dishwasher. |
Dishwashers Published by: General Electric |
1950 | 12 | 9mb | $7.99 |
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Washdays Have Happy Endings Too with your new Frigidaire Automatic Dryer
Full owners manual and operating instructions that was packed with every 1957 Frigidaire Automatic Dryer. Imperial Filtrator, Deluxe and Super Air-Flow models DI-57, DD-57 and DS-57. This is one of my most favorite manuals that Frigidaire produced, colorful and full of wonderful photographs and hand drawn illustrations. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Frigidaire |
1957 | 24 | 10mb | $7.99 |
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1961 to 1963 Philco Duomatic Combination Washer-Dryer Service Manual
Here is the complete service manual to all Duomatic washer-dryers made between 1961 and 1963. Full specifications and control panel views featured for each machine, along with complete servicing and troubleshooting details. Models include:
CE716 1961 Top of the line top/rear control panel model.
CE714 1961 Middle of the line top/rear control panel model. CE712 1961 Bottom of the line top/rear control panel model. CE710 1961 Front mounted control panel/free-standing model. CE710U 1961 Front mounted control panel/under-counter model. CE736 1963 Top of the line top/rear control panel model. CE734 1963 Bottom of the line top/rear control panel model. CE730 1963 Front mounted control panel/free-standing model. CE730U 1963 Front mounted control panel/under-counter model. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Philco |
1961 | 111 | 69mb | $7.99 |
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Wringer Washer Parts Catalog
Parts list for Maytag Wringer Washers - N Series. Original pages are soiled slightly but text and images are very clear and printable. |
Wringer Washers Published by: Maytag |
1953 | 18 | 10mb | $14.99 |
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1947 Dexter Automatic Washer Service Manual
Here is the service manual to one of the earliest and original automatic washers, the Beam made Dexter. This machine was very unusual as it had two separate full size motors, one for wash and one for spin! This is the comprehensive service manual to this early Beam design. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Dexter |
1947 | 62 | 80mb | $7.99 |
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1964 Easy Combination Washer-Dryer Brochures
Beautiful brochures highlighting both the gas and electric Easy Combination Washer-Dryers with the exclusive Surge 'n Spin Water Extraction. Images, full control panel views and thorough specifications for each machine included. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Easy |
1964 | 4 | 4mb | $5.99 |
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1918 Walker Dishwasher Brochure
The Walker Brothers company produced one of the very first mass-marketed dishwashers in the early 20th century. This company was purchased by General Electric in the early 1930's and was the predecessor of the General Electric automatic dishwasher. Please note these scans are done a slightly lower resolution due to the availability of this brochure, but is still very readable and enjoyable. |
Dishwashers Published by: Walker Brothers |
1918 | 4 | $5.99 | |
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1965 Lady Kenmore Packet
This file includes all of the items packed with the 1965 Sears Lady Kenmore automatic washer models (except owners manual which is available separately here) 110.6504904, 110.6504954, 110.6505904, 110.6505954. Included is the Permanent Press Guide, Roto-Flex agitator warranty, full parts list and installation instructions. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kenmore |
1965 | 17 | 6mb | $7.99 |
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Gibson Washer and Dryer Brochures
Here are some full brochures with images and specifications for the 1981 line of Gibson washers and dryers. These machines were Franklin style at this time. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Gibson |
1981 | 10 | 17mb | $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.