VINTAGE OWNER'S MANUALS, SERVICE MANUALS, BROCHURES AND PUBLICATIONS
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Comprehensive Easy Washer-Dryer Combination Service Manual
Comprehensive service manual to most Easy Combination Washer-Units, from their first model in 1956 through the 1963 models. Complete specs, troubleshooting and service information inside. Models include: CDF, CDH, CDH-A, CDH-AP, CDU, CDK, CDK-G, CDK-200V. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Easy |
1963 | 161 | 92mb | $7.99 |
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1973 KitchenAid Appliances Brochure
Here is a sales literature brochure for KitchenAid appliances from 1973. Products include: 17 Series Dishwashers, Food Waste Disposers, Hot Water Dispensers and Trash-Compactors. |
Full Catalog Published by: KitchenAid |
1973 | 8 | 16mb | $5.99 |
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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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1956 Hotpoint Automatic Washer Brochures
Here are some beautiful brochures for the 1956 Hotpoint Automatic Washer line. Images, features and specifications included. Models: LK11, LJ11, LH11, LH12 |
Automatic Washers Published by: Hotpoint |
1956 | 18 | 49mb | $5.99 |
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1956 Hotpoint Clothes Dryer Brochures
Here are some beautiful brochures for the 1956 Hotpoint Automatic Dryer line. Images, features and specifications included. Models: LG11, LB11, LB12 |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Hotpoint |
1956 | 12 | 30mb | $5.99 |
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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 | $5.99 |
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1969 Frigidaire Dishwasher Tech-Talk Service Manual
Comprehensive service manual for all 1969 Frigidaire dishwashers. Models include: TOP LOADING MOBILES FRONT LOADING DISHMOBILES DW-STP, DW-DTP, DW-CDTP, DW-ITP, DW-CITP, DW-DMP, DW-CDMP, DW-IMP, DW-CIMP FRONT LOADING UNDERCOUNTER DW-DUP, DW-COUP, DW-IUP, DW-CIUP FRONT LOADING DISHMOBILES DW-STP, DW-DTP, DW-CDTP, DW-ITP, DW-CITP, DW-DMP, DW-CDMP, DW-IMP, DW-CIMP |
Dishwashers Published by: Frigidaire |
1969 | 67 | 45mb | $7.99 |
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1972 Waste King Dishwashers Brochure
Sales literature brochure higlighting features and specifications for Waste King Dishwashers in the early 1970's. |
Dishwashers Published by: Waste King |
1972 | 6 | 12mb | $5.99 |
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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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1955 Speed Queen Laundry Appliances Brochure
Here is a beautiful brochure for the 1955 line of Speed Queen Automatic Washers, Clothes Dryers, Wringer Washer and Ironers. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Speed Queen |
1955 | 32 | 60mb | $5.99 |
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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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1976 Frigidaire Electric Range Tech-Talk Service Manual
Very comprehensive service manual for all 1976 Frigidaire Electric Ranges. Models include: R-30, RG-35, RGC-35, RE-36, REG-38, REG-37C, REG-637V, REG-639CV, R-42, RGC-45, RE-45, RE-47. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Frigidaire |
1976 | 88 | 51mb | $7.99 |
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1956 Semple Hill Major Appliances Catalog
Here is a pretty cool catalog from Janney-Semple Hill. It contains 140 pages of major appliances offered by the company. Images, features and specifications are included. Products include:
Electric and Gas Ranges,
Heaters, Gas and Oil Furnaces, Water Heaters, Combination Kitchen Units, Refrigerator/Freezers, Automatic Washers and Dryers Wringer Washers Vacuum Cleaners, Radios |
Full Catalog Published by: Semple Hill |
1956 | 140 | 123mb | $7.99 |
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1964 Frigidaire Flair Built in Appliances VIP Publication
Here is a super cool 40 page Vital Information Program publication from Frigidaire highlighting their 1964 and 1965 lines of: Frigidaire Flair Ranges,
Flair and Standard Wall Ovens,
Cooktops, Under-counter Dishwashers, Food Waste Disposers. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Frigidaire |
1964 | 40 | 48mb | $7.99 |
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Filter Queen National Magazine Nov-Dec 1959
Here is a complete issue of Filter Queen's magazine for retailers and distributors of Filter Queen Vacuum Cleaners in the late 1950's. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Filter Queen |
1959 | 16 | 28mb | $5.99 |
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Electrical Merchandising Magazine - November 1954
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. Particularly interesting articles in this issue: What Can You Do With Washer Trade-ins An Old Technique Sells Modern Dishwashers An Automatic In Every Home New Products announces the 1955 Frigidaire Washer and Dryer Line Automatic Washer Ads in this issue: Laundry Queen Easy Bendix Maytag Hotpoint with a window lid!! ABC-o-Matic Frigidaire's New low-priced (the Pulsamatic) Laundry Pair Apex/Tide Detergent Blackstone and KitchenAid Dishwashers |
Trade Publications Published by: Electrical Merchandising |
1954 | 248 | 116mb | $12.99 |
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1969 JCPenny Penncrest Portable Dishwasher Owners Manual
Complete owner's manual and use and care guide to General Electric made Penncrest top-loading dishwashers of the late 1960s. |
Dishwashers Published by: JCPenny |
1969 | 28 | 22mb | $5.99 |
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1964 Frigidaire Dishmobile Use and Care Guide
Here is the operating instructions to the portable version of one of Frigidaire's last spray tube dishwashers. Model DW-DMH |
Dishwashers Published by: Frigidaire |
1964 | 4 | 18mb | $5.99 |
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1959 Westinghouse Roll-About Dishwashers Owners Manual
Here is a rare find, complete owners manual to the Westinghouse portable top-loading dishwashers of the late 1950s. Models include: PDW-103 and PDW-102. |
Dishwashers Published by: Westinghouse |
1959 | 20 | 13mb | $5.99 |
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1983 Miele Laundry Appliances Catalog
This is a German language catalog highlighting the 1983 Miele line of front-loading and horizontal-access top loading automatic washers, twin-tub washers, clothes dryers, centrifugal extractors and ironers. Models include: Washers/Spinners: W784, W783, W780, W770, W760, W753, W751, W484, W481, W480, W475S, W473, WZ257. Dryers: T388C, T384, T382C, T380, T377C, T370, T368C, T364, T363, T361. Ironers: B864E, B862E. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Miele |
1983 | 40 | 69mb | $5.99 |
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1977 Sears Kenmore Dishwasher Brochure
Sales literature brochure which was available in Sears retail stores to highlight their 1977 line of Built in and portable dishwashers. Also included is a second brochure with 18" dishwashers! |
Dishwashers Published by: Kenmore |
1977 | 8 | 5mb | $5.99 |
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1960 Philco Electric Range Brochure
Here is a sales literature brochure to beatufiul mid-century styled ranges. Full images and specifications are included for the entire 1960 Philco line. Models include: SS-4098, SS-4097, SS-4095, SS-4094, SS-4093, SS-3097, SS-3095, SS-3094, SS-3092, SS-2095. Please note the originals had some minor water damage on them so there are some water spots or slightly blurry spots. However these are still very readable and super fun to look at. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Philco |
1960 | 16 | 26mb | $7.99 |
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Maytag Merchandiser 1975 Vol 2
Here is a fascinating magazine style publication by Maytag highlighting product features and sales literature. This issue includes: Introducing new limited time "Drop-In" Maytag Automatic Washers, models A106F, A107B and A407B. Maytag Advertising Banners New Value Brochure Maytag News including: Agitator Shaft Improved, Color Shading Changes, etc. Maytag Value The Maytag Dishwasher Belt, an Industry First! The Maytag Fabric-Matic Automatic Washers, A107 and A407 Know Your Dryer Controls The Confusion in Care Labels The Satisfied Customer The Power Module, The "Helical Drive" of the Dishwasher Sales Ideas New Magazine Ads Service News Dishwasher Selling Guide New Maytag Dishwashers with the remarkable Power Module. Maytag Crossword Puzzle! New Maytag Indoor Clock |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Maytag |
1975 | 24 | 36mb | $5.99 |
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James and Universal Dishwasher Service Manual
Here is a rare find, it's the complete service manual to all James and Universal (gas range slide-in) dishwashers. Information includes how to properly use the dishwasher, explanation of each component, troubleshooting and complete servicing including wiring diagrams. Models include: APJ-1, BDL, 9900, 9921, 9902, 9904, 9905, 9906. |
Dishwashers Published by: James |
1956 | 67 | 93mb | $5.99 |
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Facts You Should Know About Your New General Electric Disposall
Owners manual and operating instructions for the 1952 GE Food Waste Disposer. |
Food Waste Disposers Published by: General Electric |
1950 | 12 | 7mb | $4.99 |
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Blackstone Model 150 Automatic Washer Service Manual
Here is the complete service manual to Blackstone's second generation automatic washer. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Blackstone |
1950 | 51 | 42mb | $5.04 |
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1958 General Electric Refrigerator-Freezer Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all 1958 General Electric Refrigerators. Sections include: Description, Operation and Care, Delivery, Installation, Door Parts and Adjustments, Drawer Parts and Adjustments, Case/Liner Parts and Adjustments, Description, Cycle of Operation, Machine Parts Adjustments, Fan Motor and Heater, Control Adjustments, Service Call Conditions. Models Include: LAS81-R, LB81-R, LB10-R, LAS11-R, LK11-R, BH12-R, BH13-R and BH15-R. |
Refrigerators/Freezers Published by: General Electric |
1958 | 94 | 54mb | $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 | $4.99 |
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1955 Frigidaire Built-in Oven and Fold-Back Surface Unit Tech-Talk Service Manual
Here is the complete service manual to all 1955 and 1956 Frigidaire Wall-Ovens, model RV-90 as well as the counter-top Fold-back surface cooking units model RV-92. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Frigidaire |
1955 | 16 | 14mb | $7.99 |
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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 | $4.99 |
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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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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 | $4.99 |
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Maytag Jet-Clean Dishwashers
Brochure for the entire line of 1988 Maytag Jet-Clean dishwashers and food waste disposers. Full images and specifications for each model. |
Dishwashers Published by: Maytag |
1988 | 8 | 7mb | $4.99 |
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Kenmore Automatic Washer Owners Manual - 1958 600 Series
The complete owners manual and operating instructions to all 1958 600 Series Kenmore Washers. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kenmore |
1958 | 18 | 13mb | $4.99 |
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Gibson Washer Brochures
Full brochures with images, features and specifications for Gibson washers made by Franklin. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Gibson |
1974 | 10 | 14mb | $4.99 |
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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 | $4.99 |
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1964 Frigidaire Flair Range Tech-Talk Service Manual
Very comprehensive service manual for all 1963 and 1964 Frigidaire Flair Models: RDH-630, RCDH-630; RCIH-635, RCDH-640, RCIH-645 Also included are Twin 30 Ranges:
RCDH-637, RCDH-637V, RCIH-639, RCIH-639V
Apartment Range: RAH-4 Looking for the replacement parts catalog, please see this manual: Frigidaire Flair Parts Catalog Looking for a Use and Care Guide for Frigidaire Flair Ranges? Please see this manual: Frigidaire Flair Owners Manual Looking for other parts information for Frigidaire appliances? Please see Please see this manual: Vintage Frigidaire Appliance Parts Reference Catalog |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Frigidaire |
1963 | 160 | 128mb | $9.49 |
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KitchenAid 67 and 68 Series Portable Dishwasher Parts Catalog
Here is the complete parts list to all 67 and 68 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: KD-67 KD-67B
KD-68 KD-68B |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1972 | 92 | 36mb | $7.99 |
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GE Portable Dishwasher Brochure
Beautiful brochure highlighting GE's first portable dishwasher which was a semi-automatic machine. |
Dishwashers Published by: General Electric |
1949 | 4 | 10mb | $4.99 |
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Food Preparer/Mixer Service Manual
Very comprehensive service manual for KitchenAid planetary action stand mixers. This manual specifically covers models K5-A and K-45, but this should be somewhat relative to many other KA models as well. |
Small Appliances Published by: KitchenAid |
1977 | 30 | 21mb | $7.99 |
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Maytag Merchandiser 1975 Vol 2
Here is a fascinating magazine style publication by Maytag highlighting product features and sales literature. This issue includes: Introducing new limited time "Drop-In" Maytag Automatic Washers, models A106F, A107B and A407B. Maytag Advertising Banners New Value Brochure Maytag News including: Agitator Shaft Improved, Color Shading Changes, etc. Maytag Value The Maytag Dishwasher Belt, an Industry First! The Maytag Fabric-Matic Automatic Washers, A107 and A407 Know Your Dryer Controls The Confusion in Care Labels The Satisfied Customer The Power Module, The "Helical Drive" of the Dishwasher Sales Ideas New Magazine Ads Service News Dishwasher Selling Guide New Maytag Dishwashers with the remarkable Power Module. Maytag Crossword Puzzle! New Maytag Indoor Clock |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Maytag |
1975 | 24 | 36mb | $5.99 |
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1966 Speed Queen Gas Dryer 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. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Speed Queen |
1966 | 8 | 10mb | $4.99 |
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1960 Blackstone Automatic Washer and Dryer Brochures
Absolutely beautiful brochures showing the entire line of Blackstone Automatic Washers and Dryers for '60. Full images and detailed specifications for each model. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Blackstone |
1960 | 22 | 36mb | $4.99 |
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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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We have something that will get the big loads cleaner than the next best selling brands
When Sears first introduced their revolutionary Dual-Action agitator in the mid 1970's, they handed out this brochure to explain how it works and give a bit of information on their new TV commercial. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kenmore |
1976 | 6 | 5mb | $4.99 |
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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 | $4.99 |
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29-inch Whirlpool Combination Washer-Dryer Service Manual
When Whirlpool first came out with their 2nd generation combination washer/dryer they produced this comprehensive service manual to explain the functionality of this new machine as well as the new servicing procedures. This document includes both the Electric and Gas model service manuals. This document is also valid for servicing 29" Sears Kenmore combos as well. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Whirlpool |
1961 | 102 | 70mb | $8.40 |
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Planning Your New General Electric Kitchen and Laundry
Here is a beautiful catalog of GE appliances from the early 1950's showing off GE's new appliances and how to plan for them. |
Full Catalog Published by: General Electric |
1951 | 12 | 14mb | $4.99 |
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NuTone Built-in Food Center Brochure
Brochure highlighting the NuTone Built-In Food Processing Center, built right into your counter top. Shows off the Blender, Shredder, Mixer, Grinder, Juicer and Sharpener. |
Small Appliances Published by: NuTone |
1961 | 2 | 4mb | $4.99 |
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Frigidaire Mobile Dishwashers for 1963
The VIP-Vital Information Program packs were sent to Frigidaire dealers every year in the 60s to help educate them on all of the fancy features of GM Frigidaire appliances. Each pack contains information on a different Frigidaire appliance, this pack is for top and front loading Mobile Dishwashers, both GM and D&M manufacturered machines. They contain specs, data and beautiful graphics and images as well as plenty of information instructing dealers on what to say to help sell Frigidaire dishwashers to their customers. |
Dishwashers Published by: Frigidaire |
1963 | 28 | 22mb | $4.99 |
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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.