VINTAGE OWNER'S MANUALS, SERVICE MANUALS, BROCHURES AND PUBLICATIONS
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1959 Speed Queen Washer Owners Manual
Here is the owners manual and operating instructions to Speed Queen automatic washer models: A21, A22 and A24. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Speed Queen |
1959 | 28 | 29mb | $11.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 0 days |
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1989 Whirlpool Laundry Appliances Catalog
Here is the complete laundry line from Whirlpool from the late 1980s. Complete images and specifications for each model shown. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Whirlpool |
1989 | 16 | 37mb | $14.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 0 days |
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1972 Westinghouse Dishwashers Fold-Out Wall Poster
Here is a great wall poster highlighting the features and specifications of all Westinghouse built-in and portable dishwashers from the early 1970s. Please note fold lines of the poster are visible as they could not be removed during the clean up process however all text and images are still completely visible. |
Dishwashers Published by: Westinghouse |
1972 | 2 | 42mb | $8.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 0 days |
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1964 Frigidaire Automatic Washer Wall Poster
Here is a large scan of both sides of a big wall poster showing off Frigidaire automatic washers and their matching dryers. Models include: WCI-64, WIA-64, WDA-64, WCD-64, WD-64, WCDA-64. Full size poster scanned at high resolution gives great views to zoom-in on. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1964 | 0 | 40mb | $8.99 |
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Walk Away from Washday Drudgery by Bendix
Here is a wonder advertising book produced by Bendix to show off their Front Loading washers, rubber squeeze tub top-loading washers, dryer and ironer. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Bendix |
1952 | 16 | 21mb | $8.99 |
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1972 Brandford-Grants Washer and Dryer Fold-Out Brochure
Here is a RARE piece of sales literature from Grant's who produced the Bradford name of laundry appliances. These machines were built by Franklin. Full fold-out brochure highlighting their lines of washers and dryers with images and specifications included. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Bradford |
1972 | 4 | $8.99 | |
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1956 Ironrite Ironer Owners Manual
Here is the full use and care and how to iron different types of clothing manual to Ironrite model 95. |
Ironers Published by: Ironrite |
1956 | 28 | 74mn | $11.99 |
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1960 Hotpoint Automatic Washer Use and Care Guide
Here is the use and care guide packed with every 1960 Hotpoint automatic washer model LW060. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Hotpoint |
1960 | 5 | 5mb | $11.99 |
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1953 Hotpoint Laundry Appliances Brochure
Here is a beautifully illustrated brochure for the 1953 Line of the Hotpoint automatic washer, dryer and ironer. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Hotpoint |
1953 | 18 | 31mb | $8.99 |
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1963 Frigidaire Dishwasher Brochures
Here are two brochures for Frigidaire dishwashers both undercounter and top-loading portable models. |
Dishwashers Published by: Frigidaire |
1963 | 0 | 23mb | $8.99 |
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1967 Westinghouse Washer and Dryer Brochure
Here are the sales literature brochures for the Top of the Line Westinghouse top-loading washer and electric clothes dryer for 1967. Models: LAH850, DEH850. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Westinghouse |
1967 | 8 | 26mb | $8.99 |
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1951 Hotpoint Dishwasher Owners Manual
Complete Use/Care and Owners Manual for all 1951 Hotpoint Dishwashers, Disposers and sink combinations. Models include: MC-16, MD-5, MC-14. |
Dishwashers Published by: Hotpoint |
1951 | 28 | 49mb | $11.99 |
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1959 Whirlpool Appliances Catalog
Here is a complete catalog showing all Whirlpool home appliances available for the 1959 line. Products include:
Kitchen Cabinets and sinks,
Dishwashers, Disposers, Cooking Appliances, Refrigerator/Freezers, Automatic Washers, Dryers, Combination Washer/Dryer, Air Conditioners, Vacuum Cleaners, Ice Cube Makers. |
Full Catalog Published by: Whirlpool |
1959 | 24 | 80mb | $14.99 |
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1953 Bendix Economat Automatic Washer Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to the top of the line Bendix Economat washer with the rubber squeeze tub. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Bendix |
1953 | 28 | 29mb | $11.99 |
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Whirlpool Washer Owners Manual Model LXA8700
Here is the complete Operating Instructions and Laundry Guide to Whirlpool Automatic Washer Model LXA8700. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Whirlpool |
1970 | 24 | 42mb | $11.99 |
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1989 General Electric Appliances Catalog
Here is a full catalog with images and complete specifications for the 1989 line of GE appliances. Products include:
Refrigerators/Freezers
Cooking Appliances Microwaves Washers Dryers Dishwashers Disposers Trash Compactors Room Air Conditioners |
Full Catalog Published by: General Electric |
1989 | 92 | 208mb | $14.99 |
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1961 Kenmore Washer Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to Kenmore automatic washer 700 series/11471 series models. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kenmore |
1961 | 20 | 25mb | $11.99 |
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1970-1973 Whirlpool Dishwasher Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all Whirlpool built-in and portable dishwashers from the early 1970's. Models include:
SVU60, SVU70, SVU80, SVU90, SVU100, SWU60, SWU70, SWU80, SWU90, SWU100, SVF60 SVF70 SVF8O, SVF90, SVF100, SWF60 SWF70 SWF8O, SWF90, SWF100, SWF100-2, SXU300-0, SXU300-1, SXU300-2, SXU300-3, SXU300-4, SXU301-0, SXU325-0, SXU325-1, SXU325-2, SXU330-0, SXU330-1, SXU350-0, SXU400-0, SXU400-1, SXU400-2, SXU400-3, SXU400-4, SXU430-0, SXU440-0, SXU440-1, SXU450-1, SXU500-0, SXU500-1, SXU500-2, SXU500-3, SXU500-4, SXU500-5, SXU530-0, SXU530-1, SXU530-2, SXU530-3, SXU600-0, SXU600-1, SXU600-2, SXU600-3, SXU600-4, SXU600-5, SXF300, SXF300-1, SXF300-3, SXF300-4, SXF325-0, SXF325-1, SXF325-2, SXF330-0, SXF300-1, SXF350-0, SXF400-0, SXF400-1, SXF400-2, SXF400-3, SXF400-4, SXF430-0, SXF440-0, SXF440-1, SXF450-0, SXF500-0, SXF500-1, SXF500-2, SXF500-3, SXF500-4, SXF500-5, SXF530-0, SXF530-1, SXF600-0, SXF600-1, SXF600-2, SXF600-3, SXF600-4, SXF600-5. |
Dishwashers Published by: Whirlpool |
1973 | 185 | 150mb | $14.99 |
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1972 Frigidaire Appliances Catalog
Here is a fun catalog showing off all of Frigidaire's appliance line for 1972. |
Full Catalog Published by: Frigidaire |
1972 | 24 | 67mb | $8.99 |
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1957 Westinghouse Laundromat Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to the top-of-the-line Westinghouse Automatic Washer. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1957 | 36 | 39mb | $11.99 |
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1951 General Electric Automatic Washer Use and Care Guide
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to AW-5 Series of General Electric automatic washers. |
Automatic Washers Published by: General Electric |
1951 | 16 | 18mb | $11.99 |
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1957 Westinghouse Dryer Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to the top-of-the-line Westinghouse Clothes Dryer. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Westinghouse |
1957 | 24 | 27mb | $11.99 |
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Maytag Automatic Washer Service Manual 1984
Comprehensive service manual for all Maytag Automatic Washers made from 1966 into the 1990s. Includes Specifications, Installation, Trouble Shooting, Service Procedures, Timer Charts and Wiring Diagrams. Models include: A112, A212, A312, A412, A512, A612, A712, A510, A610, A710, A810, A110, A210, A310, A410, A806, A608, A408, A308, A208. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1984 | 158 | 165mb | $14.99 |
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1996 Maytag Washers and Dryers Brochure
Full brochure highlighting the 1996 line of Maytag Dependable Care Washers and Dryers. Full images and specifications included. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Maytag |
1996 | 14 | 33mb | $8.99 |
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Maytag Clothes Dryer Service Manual 1984
Comprehensive service manual for all Maytag Dryers made from 1966 into the 1990s. Includes Specifications, Installation, Trouble Shooting, Service Procedures, Timer Charts and Wiring Diagrams. Models include: DE212, DG212, DE312, DG312, DE412, DG412, DE512, DG512, DE110, DG110, DE210, DG210, DE410, DG410, DE510, DG510, DE610, DG610, DE710, DG5710, DE810, DG810, DE91, DE106, DG106, DE107, DG107, DE308, DG308, DE309, DG309, DE408, DG408, DE409, DG409, DE608, DG608, DE808, DG808. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Maytag |
1984 | 158 | 154mb | $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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Speed Queen Wringer Washer Operating Instructions
Complete owners manual/use and care guide to Speed Queen wringer washers from the late 1970's to the early 1980's. Models highlighted include: DW3090 and DW3092. |
Wringer Washers Published by: Speed Queen |
1982 | 20 | 8mb | $12.99 |
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How to Have a Prettier Room
Here is an absolutely adorable high-school home economics flyer discussing all kinds of ways to make a girls room more lovely. Wonderful text and full of whimsical 1950's style illustrations! |
Miscellaneous Published by: Johnson-Wax |
1958 | 16 | 7mb | $8.99 |
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1965 General Electric Dishwasher Use and Care Guide
Complete owners manual from approximately 1965 to GE Dishwasher model SD400. |
Dishwashers Published by: General Electric |
1965 | 12 | 7mb | $11.99 |
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1959 Hotpoint Refrigerator Service Manual
Here is the complete service manual to all 1959 Hotpoint Refrigerator/Freezers. Sections include:
Use and Care of your Refrigerator, Specifications, Servicing, Electrical Testing, Unit Operation, Controls and Wiring Diagrams.
Models include: 9EA8, 9EB8, 9EB11, 9EB12, 9EG11, 9EN12, 9ET12, 9EY12. |
Refrigerators/Freezers Published by: Hotpoint |
1959 | 52 | 36mb | $14.99 |
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1980 Frigidaire Laundry Center Service Manual
In 1980 General Motors had sold their Frigidaire division to White Consolidated Industries. At that time the GM made Agi-Tub Laundry Centers were discontinued and they were redesigned using the Franklin design. This manual covers the new style Laundry Center stacked washer-dryer. Models include: LC-208H, LC-240H and LC-120H. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Frigidaire |
1981 | 53 | 22mb | $12.99 |
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New KitchenAid KD-20 Energy Saver V Dishwasher Service Manual
Comprehensive service manual for all 20 Series KitchenAid dishwashers. Models include KDC-20, KDI-20, KDP-20, KDC-40, KDI-40, KDP-40, KDC-60, KDI-60, KDP-60. Sections include General Information, Cycle Description, Servicing Instructions, Service Tips, Schematic Wiring, Timer Sequence Charts. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1981 | 43 | 26mb | $14.99 |
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Brilliantly New Inside and Out - Frigidaire Electric Ranges - 1941
Frigidaire produced their first electric range in 1938. This rare brochure highlights Frigidaire's fourth year of producing electric ranges with beautiful illustrations and full feature descriptions and specifications. Models include: B-70, B-60, B-45, B-35, B-15, B-10, BC-6, BC-5 and A-6. "Millions of women in the United States are now using modern electric cooking-using it because foods taste better . .. because it's fast and economical ... automatic and gives more leisure time . .. and because it's cool, clean and healthful.
Yes, electric cooking is the modern way and Frigidaire
is the modern electric range. With its brilliant
new achievements, low prices and easy terms, it is an
outstanding value. Compare it, feature for feature and
dollar for dollar, with any other range on the market
and you'll find it unsurpassed! Make your choice
now-buy now! And start enjoying the advantages
of Frigidaire Electric Cooking.
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Ranges/Stoves Published by: Frigidaire |
1941 | 16 | 16mb | $8.99 |
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1959 General Electric Automatic Washer Brochure
Here is the complete brochure showing off the top of the line 1959 models of the GE automatic washer. Models: WA-9505 and WA-9505S (suds-saver model) |
Automatic Washers Published by: General Electric |
1959 | 4 | 9mb | $8.99 |
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Colt Autosan Dishwashing - Sanitizing - Drying Machines Brochure
This brochure highlights the line of commercial dishwashing systems from Colt in the early 1950's. The Dishwashing Machine with "Cloudburst Action". |
Dishwashers Published by: Colt |
1951 | 4 | 5mb | $8.99 |
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1966 Westinghouse Builders Catalog
Here is the complete builders catalog showing off Westinghouse products for 1966. Items shown:
Refrigerators
Space King Twins & Freezers Built-in Ovens Continental Ranges & Platforms Free Standing & Slide-in Ranges Built-in Dishwashers Water Heaters Compact Kitchens Food Waste Disposers Heavy Duty Automatic Washers, Electric and Gas Dryers Coin-Operated Washer and Dryer Cabinets for Kitchen and Laundry Commercial Institutional Host Products Type Y Year Round Air Conditioning System Room Air Conditioners Total Comfort System Cooling Heat Pump & Electric Heating Filtering & Dehumidifying Commercial & Residential Lighting Distribution Transformers Elevators Micarta® Countertops |
Full Catalog Published by: Westinghouse |
1966 | 32 | 26mb | $14.99 |
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Hotpoint Automatic Washer Operating Instructions
Operating instruction card for washer model LW245 |
Automatic Washers Published by: Hotpoint |
1962 | 6 | 3mb | $11.99 |
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Kitchen Aid Mixer K-45 - K5A and 4-C Owners Manual
Here is the complete use and care guide to all KitchenAid mixers from the late 1970's. Models: K-45, K5A and 4-C. Sections include: Important Safeguards, Understanding Your Food Preparer, Speed Control Guide, Adjustments, General Instructions-Kneading Bread Dough, Bread Making Tips, Kitchen Aid Attachments, Recipes, Should You Ever Need Service. |
Small Appliances Published by: KitchenAid |
1978 | 52 | 41mb | $11.99 |
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The Workless Washday
"A Washing Manual for the woman who delights in cleanliness and takes pride in homemaking..." In 1938 Bendix introduced the world's very first automatic washer. Two years later in 1940 Bendix created this second generation machine that was made until the war temporally halted production. Here is the full owners manual to the pre-war Bendix Deluxe bolt-down Washer. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Bendix |
1940 | 40 | 28mb | $11.99 |
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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 | $8.99 |
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Beautiful 1969 Whirlpool Automatic Dryers Brochures
Here is the entire line of Whirlpool Automatic Dryers from '69. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Whirlpool |
1969 | 24 | 31mb | $8.99 |
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Service manual to the Westinghouse Combination Washer-Dryer WD-2
Here is the complete service manual for Westinghouse's second combo model, the WD-2 referred to as the "Wash 'n Dry Laundromat". Sections include: Specifications and parts, installation, cycle of operation, dry cycle components, electrical diagrams and charts, troubleshooting, thermostat checks and parts replacement. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Westinghouse |
1956 | 24 | 9mb | $12.99 |
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The Speed Queen Dry Cleaner
Here is a mid 1970s brochure highlighting Speed Queens coin-operated dry cleaner for self-service laundromats. Full images and specifications included. |
Dry Cleaning Published by: Speed Queen |
1975 | 4 | 5mb | $8.99 |
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Maytag Gas Engine Wringer Washer Instruction Book
Here is an interesting find. It is the standard owners manual packed with every Maytag wringer washer from the early 1950s, except with this came the operating instructions card to operate a GAS Maytag wringer equipped with a Briggs and Stratton Engine! Models include: E2L,J2L, N2L, E2LP, J2LP and N2LP. |
Wringer Washers Published by: Maytag |
1951 | 30 | 11mb | $12.99 |
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Good Heating Starts Here - How to Choose Your Thermostat
Here is wonderfully whimsical brochure showing off the Minneapolis Heat Regulator Companies line of home thermostats. This company eventually joined Honeywell. |
Home Products Published by: Minneapolis-Honeywell |
1950 | 8 | 7mb | $8.99 |
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Blackstone Dryer Brochures
Brochures showing off the new 1959 Blackstone dryers, Middle and Bottom of the line, gas and electric models. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Blackstone |
1959 | 8 | 11mb | $8.99 |
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Hoover Electric Coffeepots Brochure
Brochures highlighting the different kinds of Electric Coffeepots available from Hoover. |
Small Appliances Published by: Hoover |
1975 | 4 | 5mb | $8.99 |
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The Facts of Quality
Since their automatic washer introduction in 1949, Whirlpool has always made high-quality automatic washers. In the USA, Whirlpool has produced and sold more automatic washers than any other American manufacturer. Here is the official Whirlpool Fax-Pac book highlighting the 1978 Whirlpool washer, dryer and compact laundry lines. Whirlpool fans this beautiful book is definitely for you. The Fax-Pac series was similiar 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 specifications for all aspects of the belt-drive washer and matching dryers. Complete description and graphics of the Magic Clean filtering system, dispensers, permanent press cool down, construction and dependability and much more. There are also detailed pages on Whirlpool's history and service/education centers. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Whirlpool |
1978 | 40 | 44mb | $8.99 |
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1964 Speed Queen Automatic Washer Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to Speed Queen Automatic Washer model A45. Sections include:
Specifications
Positive Water Fill Operation Timer Sequence Chart Wiring Diagram Installation Service Procedures Adjustments Test Procedures Service Helps |
Automatic Washers Published by: Speed Queen |
1963 | 54 | 31mb | $12.99 |
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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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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.