VINTAGE OWNER'S MANUALS, SERVICE MANUALS, BROCHURES AND PUBLICATIONS
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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 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 3 days |
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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 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 3 days |
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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 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 3 days |
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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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1972 Dexter Commercial Washer Service Manual
Here is a look at the Philco-Bendix made Dexter Double-Load front loading commercial washer. What is interesting about this machine is it was designed with an overflow hose designed to overflow away suds about the 1/2 way mark of the window! Full service manual including specifications, troubleshooting and service procedures. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Dexter |
1972 | 72 | 31mb | $14.99 |
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1954 Hamilton Gas Dryer Service Manual
Complete service manual to Hamilton gas dryer model 360G. Sections include: General, Installation, Exhaust system, Cabinet Panels, Controls, Gas Parts, Drum and Transmission, Troubleshooting, Service Agencies. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Hamilton |
1954 | 54 | 67mb | $14.99 |
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1969 Tupperware Catalog
Here is a fastinating look at Tupperware products available in the late 1960s. |
Miscellaneous Housewares Published by: Tupperware |
1969 | 48 | 82mb | $12.99 |
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1976 Kenmore Washer Service Manual
Retail generic service manual covering all Kenmore washers both full size and portable models. Sections include: Predelivery Requirements
Installation Procedure
Moving Preparations Component Description & Service Procedures: Water System Mechanical System Electrical System Cycle of Operation Compact Washers Troubleshooting Charts Wiring Terminal Designation Wiring Diagrams and how to read them Lubrication Instructions Sample Parts List |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kenmore |
1976 | 84 | 93mb | $14.99 |
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Classroom Textbook on Servicing Electric Ranges
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 repair vintage electric ranges. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: NRI |
1972 | 68 | 109mb | $14.99 |
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Facts About Your New Mixer
Full owners manual and use/care guide to all triple-beat GE stand mixers from the 1950's. |
Small Appliances Published by: General Electric |
1955 | 48 | 23mb | $11.99 |
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1964-1969 Whirlpool Dishwasher Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all Whirlpool made dishwashers from 1964-1969. Full specifications and historical design changes for each model, complete troubleshooting, service procedure information and wiring schematics. Models include: SLU-70, SLU-76, SLU-80, SLU-82, SLU-90, SCL-95, SLC-100, SLC-200, SLC-300, SPU-68, SPU-70, SPU-80, SPU-90, SPC-100, SPC-200, SPC-300, SRC-60, SCR-70, SRC-80, SRC-90, SRU-60, SRU-70, SRU-80, SRU-85, SRU-90, SSU-70, SSU-80, SSU-85, SSU-90, SSU-100, SSF-60, SSF-70, SSF-80, SSF-90, SSF-100, STU-70, STU-80, STU-90, STU-100, STF-60, STF-70, STF-80, STF-90, STF-100 |
Dishwashers Published by: Whirlpool |
1969 | 155 | 192mb | $14.99 |
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1947 General Electric Ranges Owners Manual
Here is the complete owner's manual and use/care guide to all 1947 General Electric freestanding electric ranges. Models included:
Stratoliner: DDI-47
Airliner: CDI-47 Leader: CTI-47 |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: General Electric |
1947 | 56 | 74mb | $12.99 |
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Suggestions for Wartime Care of your Bendix Home Laundy
Sent to registered owners of the Bendix Home Laundry automatic washer during World War II, this book reminds owners how to be particularly careful in using your Bendix washer to keep it running during wartime when parts became nearly impossible to produce. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Bendix |
1943 | 12 | 5mb | $11.99 |
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Appliance Manufacturer Magazine - March 1963
Appliance Manufacturer 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 design and manufacturing areas of Major Appliances, Small Appliances, Small Electrics, Radios, Televisions and other electric home products from the mid-20th century. On The Cover: Philco’s Six-Pac Philco-Bendix Compact drycleaner is engineered for field assembly. A complete look into their Coin-Operated Drycleaning Units. Featured Articles: Drive to Tighten Regulations FTC plans to survey interlocking company directorates . An Editorial: The First Step? Dealer group proposes warranty, guaranty definitions. The Coin Op Industry Today An industry appraisal by NALCC Pres. John Crouse. Norge's Versatile Conveyors Huge system boosts efficiency of Ft. Smith operation. Arvin’s Wall-To-Wall Heater Design of the Month: Operates from three positions. New Heat Pump System Friedrich eliminates “backwash” with one-way filter. Norge's Dual-Cycle Drycleaner Lightly soiled items may be cleaned in 38 min cycle. Gas Appliance Research Key topic of gas utilization conference April 16-18. Monthly Features: Letters Meetings News Ways & Means Supplier News AM Notes People Appliance Shipments New Products Literature What's New in Appliances Advertisers Random Harvest |
Trade Publications Published by: Appliance Manufacturer |
1963 | 104 | 47mb | $12.99 |
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1967-1971 Sears Kenmore Sales Circulars - Automatic Dishwashers
In the late 1960's and early 1970's Sears would mail large format (12.5" x 11") advertising circulars. Here is a collection of the Dishwasher sections from my collection of these circulars from 1967 to 1971. |
Dishwashers Published by: Kenmore |
1971 | 16 | 42 | $8.99 |
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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 | $8.99 |
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1957 Thermador Built-In Cooking Appliances Brochure
Here is a wonderful brochure showing off all of Thermador's built-in cooking appliances for 1957. Products include Masterpiece "Bilt-In" Electric Cooktops, Automatic Surface Elements, Masterpiece Double Oven, Built-In Ovens and the stunning new Thermador "Bilt-In" Refrigerator-Freezer in gleaming-easy to clean stainless steel. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Thermador |
1957 | 8 | 13mb | $8.99 |
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1961 General Electric Built-in Cooking Appliances Users Manual
Here is the owners manual and use/care guide to GE built-in ovens and cooktops from the early 1960's. Models include: J820, J822, J824, J620, J630, J624, J634, J802, J902, J904, J900, J810, J812, J814, J880, J882, J884, J850, J852, J854 J710, J720, J750, J730, J780, J810, J820, J850, J880, J900, J620, J630, J712, J722, J752, J732, J782, J812, J822, J852, J882, J902, J624, J634, J714, J724, J754, J784, J802, J814, J824, J854, J884, J904 |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: General Electric |
1961 | 36 | 44mb | $12.99 |
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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 | $8.99 |
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1960 Blackstone Automatic Washer Service Manual
Service manual to Blackstone Automatic washers models: WAA50, WAA60, WAC45, WAC55, WAC65 and WAC75. Service manual claims this particular transmission design spins the tub at 680rpm which is one the better water extracting washers of the time. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Blackstone |
1960 | 23 | 17mb | $12.99 |
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Milnor Heavy Duty Laundry Equipment Brochure
Interesting brochure on commercial/industrial automatic washers from Milnor. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Milnor |
1980 | 4 | 7mb | $5.99 |
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1962 Whirlpool Automatic Washer Owners Manual
Full Owners Manual and Use/Care guide to 1962 Whirlpool Automatic Washers |
Automatic Washers Published by: Whirlpool |
1962 | 20 | 19mb | $11.99 |
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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 | $12.99 |
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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 | $12.99 |
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Frigidaire Service Tech-Talk 1960 Dishwashers
A comprehensive service manual for Frigidaire's second generation of horizontal spray tube dishwashers. Includes images, cycle charts and full specifications for each model, complete descriptions of how the machine works and complete service information for entire machine. Models included: DW-IFB, DW-UIB, DW-DUB, both Deluxe and Custom Imperial. |
Dishwashers Published by: Frigidaire |
1960 | 48 | 37mb | $12.99 |
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1967 Sears Kenmore Automatic Roto-Rack Dishwasher Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual to all 1967 Front Loading Portable Kenmore Roto-rack dishwashers. Models included: 587.71091, 587.71111 and 587.71131 |
Dishwashers Published by: Kenmore |
1967 | 21 | 19mb | $11.99 |
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1948 Westinghouse Laundromat Automatic Washer Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and use and care guide to the 1948 Westinghouse Laundromat. I believe this was the first Westinghouse front-loading washer model to incorporate a single door design. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1948 | 40 | 21mb | $11.99 |
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Fabric Care from Frigidaire
Generic laundering guide that was packed with every brand new Frigidaire 1-18 automatic washer or dryer in the early 1970's. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Frigidaire |
1971 | 12 | 6mb | $11.99 |
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Lets Get Acquainted with your new 1954 Hotpoint Range Ensemble
Here is the complete use and care instructions to the 1954 Hotpoint Customline Cook-top and Built-In Oven. KNOW YOUR RANGE . It is wonderfully convenient and easy to use. With your favorite recipes or those in your Hotpoint Recipe Book, follow the simple instructions on this chart and you'll be delighted with the results. But first, familiarize yourself with the features of your range. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Hotpoint |
1954 | 4 | 5mb | $12.99 |
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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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KitchenAid Portable Dishwasher 67 Series Use and Care Guide
Here is the complete owner's manual and use/care guide to the 67 series of KitchenAid Portable Dishwashers. Models include: KDR-67 and KDD-67. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1969 | 20 | 12mb | $11.99 |
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How to Tell N' Sell the ABC-O-Matic For More Effective Demonstrations
Guide given to salesmen around 1950 to help them understand the features of the ABC-O-Matic washer and what to tell prospective customers during a demonstration of the machine's full cycle. |
Automatic Washers Published by: ABC-O-Matic |
1950 | 12 | 5mb | $8.99 |
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How to Take Care of Furniture
Here is an absolutely adorable high-school home economics flyer discussing all kinds of furniture care. Full of whimsical 1950's style illustrations! |
Miscellaneous Published by: Johnson-Wax |
1958 | 8 | 5mb | $8.99 |
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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 | $8.99 |
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The Keyboard Range
Beautiful brochure highlighting GE's top of the line electric range in 1957. Images and full specifications included. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: General Electric |
1957 | 6 | 9mb | $8.99 |
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Philco Wringer Washer Brochure for 1965
Wonderful advertising brochure for Philco wringer style washers. Includes both single tub modes as well as the dual tub Philco Twinamatic, "does the whole job at one time". |
Wringer Washers Published by: Philco |
1965 | 2 | 4mb | $8.99 |
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1980 General Electric Dishwashers, Trash-Compactors and Food-Waste Disposers Brochure
Here is a sales brochure highlighting the entire line of 1980 GE Electric Dishwashers, Trash Compactors and Food-Waste Disposers. Full control panel display images, machines photos and full detailed specifications included for each model. Appliances highlighted: Potscrubber Built-In Dishwashers Potscrubber III Built-In Dishwashers Portable/Convertible Dishwashers Trash Compactors Food Waste Disposers |
Dishwashers Published by: General Electric |
1980 | 8 | 10mb | $8.99 |
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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.