VINTAGE OWNER'S MANUALS, SERVICE MANUALS, BROCHURES AND PUBLICATIONS
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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 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 5 days |
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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 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 5 days |
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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 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 5 days |
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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 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 5 days |
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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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1960 Hotpoint Automatic Washer Service Manual and Supplements
Comprehensive service manual to the entire line of 1960 Hotpoint automatic washers. Models include: LW030, LW050, LW506, LW070, LW090
Also included are supplements produced throughout 1960 highlighting recommend service procedures changes and the introduction of new mid-year models such as the LW061, LW0616, LW025 and LW035. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Hotpoint |
1960 | 54 | 97mb | $7.99 |
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Which Maytag Are You
Big foldout sales literature brochure highlighting the differences between the all the Maytag automatic washers of the early 1970s. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1970 | 8 | 19mb | $7.99 |
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1982 General Electric Dishwasher Product Information Manual
This 16 page book takes a fascinating look at features and benefits of GE dishwashers. Models Highlighted: GDS2500, GSD1200T, GSD1000T, GDS980T, GSD900T, GDS900D, GSD600D. |
Dishwashers Published by: General Electric |
1982 | 16 | 14mb | $7.99 |
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1968 Whirlpool Automatic Washer Brochures
Here are some beautiful brochures highlighting the 1968 of Whirlpool automatic washers. Models include: LSA9925, LSA9920, LSA7805, LSA7800, LSA6805, LSA6800, LSA6705, LSA6700, LSA5605, LSA5600, LSA5405, LSA5400, LSA4505, LSA4500 |
Automatic Washers Published by: Whirlpool |
1968 | 14 | 65mb | $7.99 |
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1968 Whirlpool Gas and Electric Dryer Brochures
Here are some beautiful brochures highlighting the 1968 of Whirlpool automatic dryers, both gas and electric. Models include: LSE9920, LSI9921, LSI8901, LSE8900, LSE6700, LSI6701, LSE5600, LSI5601, LSI4501, LSE4500 |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Whirlpool |
1968 | 22 | 91mb | $7.99 |
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1971 Whirlpool Dishwasher Brochures
Here are some super fun brochures for the 1971 line of Whirlpool undercounter and portable dishwashers, both front and top loading models. Models include: SWU-100, SWU-90, SWU-80, SWU-70, SWU-60, SWF-100, SWF-90, SWF-80, SWF-70, SWF-60, SWP-90, SWP-80, SWP-70. |
Dishwashers Published by: Whirlpool |
1971 | 15 | 54mb | $7.99 |
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1974 Westinghouse Front Loader Washer Use-Care and Brochure
Here is a double feature, the Use and Care guide along with the complete sales literature brochure to the 1974 Westinghouse Washer model LT570P. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1974 | 8 | 14mb | $7.99 |
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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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1968 Whirlpool Coin-Operated Washers and Dryers Brochures
Here are some really rare brochures for coin-operated washers made by Whirlpool. Full images specifications included for each machine. Models include...
Washers: CSA2000, CSA1000
Dryers: CSE2000, CSI2001, CSI1001. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Whirlpool |
1968 | 10 | 48mb | $7.99 |
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1960 Frigidaire Multimatic Washer Tech-Talk Service Manual
Here is the service manual to Frigidaire's second year of producing their Multimatic washer, it is a comprehensive manual on how the machine works and how to service it. Sections include images of all models, complete in depth specifications, cycle charts and full troubleshooting and servicing information. Models include: WCIR-60, WCI-60, WI-60, WCD-60, WD-60, WS-60. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1960 | 60 | 40mb | $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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Workless Washdays with a Bendix Economat Automatic Washer
Full owners manual and operating instructions to Bendix's very first rubber squeeze tub automatic washer. This machine did not spin, it utilized a rubber tub and a vacuum system that forced the rubber tub inward to squeeze to clothes against the perforated agitator. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Bendix |
1949 | 28 | 13mb | $7.99 |
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Hoover Rotisserie-Oven Brochure
Very 70's brochure for the Hoover Rotisserie Oven! |
Small Appliances Published by: Hoover |
1975 | 2 | 6mb | $5.99 |
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James Dishwasher Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to all James Sweep-Flow Dishwashers from the early and mid 1950's. A fascinating look at the clear top see through dishwasher. |
Dishwashers Published by: James |
1952 | 20 | 11mb | $7.99 |
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Whirlpool Power Clean Vacuum Cleaner Training Brochure
Here is a manual showing off all the features of Whirlpool's great Power Clean series of vacuum cleaners from the mid 1980's. Complete information and specifications of all models included. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Whirlpool |
1985 | 12 | 21mb | $5.99 |
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Westinghouse Dishwasher Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to all Westinghouse built-in roll-out drawer dishwashers from the late 1950's. |
Dishwashers Published by: Westinghouse |
1958 | 20 | 41mb | $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 | $7.99 |
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1951 Zenith Radio and CobraMatic Phonograph Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual to all Zenith Radio/Phonograph combination units. |
Radio/Record Players Published by: Zenith |
1951 | 16 | 4mb | $7.99 |
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Westinghouse Service Beacon - July 1965
Westinghouse Service Beacons were produced bi-monthly to pass on extra appliance service information to dealers and service personnel. This issue covers, Laundry, Ranges, Refrigeration, Kitchen Utilities/Dishwashers and Room Air-Conditioners. |
Full Catalog Published by: Westinghouse |
1966 | 24 | 23mb | $7.99 |
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1973 Hotpoint Washer Operating Instructions Card
Operating instruction card for solid-tub Hotpoint middle-of-the line- Automatic Washers. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Hotpoint |
1973 | 4 | 2mb | $7.99 |
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Appliance Manufacturer Magazine - January 1959 - Westinghouse Program Computer Washer
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. This issue covers the introduction of Westinghouse's Program Computer Laundromat |
Trade Publications Published by: Appliance Manufacturer |
1959 | 77 | 102mb | $12.99 |
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1952 Kenmore Ken-Cart Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual to Kenmore Ken-Kart Vacuum Cleaners from the early 1950's. Model 116.732. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Kenmore |
8 | 8 | 23mb | $7.99 |
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1985 Maytag Jetclean Dishwashers Brochure
Here is a beautiful brochure highlighting the 1985 line of Maytag dishwashers and food waste disposers. Models include: Dishwashers: WU1000, WU902, WU702, WU502, WU302, WC702-302, WU202. |
Dishwashers Published by: Maytag |
1987 | 8 | 5mb | $5.99 |
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KitchenAid 19 Series Dishwasher Parts Catalog
Here is the complete parts list to all 19 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. Also include is the listing of available kits and accessories at the time these dishwashers were made. Models include: KDS-19 KDI-19
KDC-19 KDP-19 KDS-39 KDC-39 KDS-59 KDI-59 KDC-59 |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1981 | 43 | 15mb | $14.99 |
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Frigidaire Service Tech-Talk 1/18 Washer Service Manual
The most comprehensive service manual ever produced for Frigidaire 1/18 automatic washers. Includes full control panel displays, cycle charts and full specifications for each model, complete descriptions of how the machine works and complete service information for entire machine. This is a must have manual for anyone with a 1/18 washer or anyone interested in how the machine functions. Models include WAS, WCDAS, WCDS, WCDRS, WIAS, WIS. Mechanically this manual is valid for much of the 1-18 line through the 1970s. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1970 | 92 | 66mb | $7.99 |
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1977 Hotpoint Appliances Catalog
Here is a complete product catalog from Hotpoint showing their complete line of major appliances. Photos, descriptions and detailed specifications are included. |
Full Catalog Published by: Hotpoint |
1977 | 52 | 83mb | $7.99 |
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1955 Admiral Console Television Sets
Beautiful sales literature brochures for all of the '55 Admiral B&W console television line. Full pictures and complete specifications for each set are included. Models include the Paris, Florida, Southampton, Del Monte, Catalina, Tucson, Brazil, Sarasota, London, Hollywood, Westchester and El Dorado. |
Television Published by: Admiral |
1955 | 34 | 52mb | $6.24 |
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Gas Dryer Service Manual
Service manual for the new stationary drum-back clothes dryers. This manual is somewhat valid for many Whirlpool and Kenmore gas dryers thru the 80s and beyond. Detailed information on checking and servicing gas burners. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Whirlpool |
1967 | 46 | 29mb | $7.99 |
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Whirlpool Automatic Washer Owners Manuals and Installation Instructions (LKA670-0)
Set of materials packaged with Whirlpool Automatic Washers models LKA670-0 and suds model LKA670-5. Includes operating instructions, installation instructions and The Laundry Primer washing book. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Whirlpool |
1962 | 24 | 24mb | $7.99 |
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New GE Roll-Around Cleaner Owners Manual
Owners manual for General Electric's pink Roll-Around Cleaner. Original manual was a bit yellowed and only in fair shape, but it cleaned up fairly well, it is still very readable and enjoyable. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: General Electric |
1960 | 8 | 4mb | $7.99 |
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Norge Washer Line Brochures
Beautiful Brochures for the line of Norge washers. Includes brochures for the very first "Plus-Capacity" perforated tub Norge washers! |
Automatic Washers Published by: Norge |
1964 | 12 | 20mb | $5.99 |
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1983 KitchenAid-Hobart 20-Series Dishwashers and Appliances Brochures
Here are some wonderful brochures highlighting the KD-20 series of KitchenAid home dishwashers, both undercounter and portable models. Models include: KDS-20, KDP-20, KDI-20, KDC-20, KDS-60, KDI-60, KDC-60. Also include brochures for KitchenAid food waste disposers, trash compactors and hot water dispenser. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1983 | 22 | 17mb | $9.99 |
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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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Look for that Hotpoint Difference
Here is an oversized poster book from Hotpoint specifically for dealers and showrooms highlighting their '58 line of Electric Ranges, Refrigerators, Freezers, Combination Washer-Dryer, Automatic Washers and Dryers, Dishwashers, Disposers, Television Sets, Air Conditioners, Microwave Oven and Customline Kitchen Appliances. |
Full Catalog Published by: Hotpoint |
1958 | 24 | 31mb | $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.