VINTAGE OWNER'S MANUALS, SERVICE MANUALS, BROCHURES AND PUBLICATIONS
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1956 Bendix Tumble-Action Washer Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions for Bendix Front Loading Automatic Washer model WFG-D. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Bendix |
1956 | 36 | 15mb | $5.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 1 day |
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1966 Maytag Automatic Washer Timer Cycle Steps Education Bulletin
When Maytag redesigned their entire line of automatic washers in 1966 they created this document to educate the field about how each cycle works on each model washer. This bulletin describes each step in all cycles of the newly designed machines. Models include: A106, A206, A406, A606, A806 and A906. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1966 | 10 | 3mb | $7.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 1 day |
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1962 to 1974 General Electric Refrigerator-Freezer Service Manual
Here is the complete and comprehensive service manual to all model GE refrigerator/freezer combinations. Model series include: TBF, TCF, TDF, TFF. Major Sections include (with sub-sections): General, Cabinet Service, Electrical Parts, Diagnosis, Ice Maker, Custom Dispenser, Safety Practices. |
Refrigerators/Freezers Published by: General Electric |
1974 | 278 | 103mb | $9.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 1 day |
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1967 Hamilton Automatic Washer Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all 1967 Hamilton automatic washers. Models include: WA657W1, WS657W1, WA757W1, WA757C1, WS757W1, WA857W1 and WA857C1. Sections include: Washer Facts, Washer Operations, Installation, Cabinet Service, Collector Tub, Suspension System, Transmission and Brake, Motor, Clutch, Pump, Water Carrying Parts, Controls, Electrical Parts, Circuits, Troubleshooting and Schematics/Wiring Diagrams. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Hamilton |
1967 | 58 | 33mb | $5.99 |
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1967 Hamilton Holiday Electric Clothes Dryer Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all 1967 Hamilton electric dryers. Models include: HE627W1, HE827W1 and HE827C1. Sections include: General Facts, Installation, Cabinet Service, Drum and Drive, Electrical Components, Troubleshooting and Schematics/Wiring Diagrams. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Hamilton |
1967 | 38 | 22mb | $5.99 |
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Maytag All-Pushbutton Dishwasher Owners Manual Model WU-600
Here is the complete owners manual and use/care guide to Maytag's top of the line dishwasher from the early 1970's. Model: WU-600 |
Dishwashers Published by: Maytag |
1972 | 12 | 7mb | $7.99 |
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1956 Philco Starflight Electric Ranges Brochures
Here are beautiful brochures for the entire 1956 of Philco Electric ranges. Models include: 4610, 869, 469, 865, 465, 464, 461, 367, 365, 363, 265. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Philco |
1956 | 26 | 20mb | $7.99 |
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1955 General Electric Wall Mounted Refrigerator Service Manual
Here is complete service manual to the 1955 Line of General Electric wall mounted refrigerators. Sections include:
Adjustments, Care, Cold Room Operation, Cycle of Operation, Description, Installation, machine Data, Machine Replacement, Nomenclature, Performance, Specifications and Features, Uncrating, Vacation Operation, Wiring Diagram.
Models include: LW11-M, LW10-M. |
Refrigerators/Freezers Published by: General Electric |
1955 | 41 | 21mb | $7.99 |
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1983 KitchenAid Stand Mixer Brochures
Here are some wondering brochures from the early 1980's highlighting the KitchenAid line of home kitchen mixers. Models include: K5-A, 4-C and K-45. Complete list of accessories available at that time included. |
Small Appliances Published by: KitchenAid |
1983 | 0 | 20mb | $7.99 |
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1960 Kenmore 80-Series Push Button Washer Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual to the 1960 Kenmore 80-Series automatic washer with the all push-button control panel. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kenmore |
1960 | 20 | 11mb | $5.99 |
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1987 Whirlpool Washers and Dryers Brochure
Here is the complete 1987 laundry line of Whirlpool full size, stacked and portable washers and dryers. The brochure contains all direct-drive Whirlpool washers and matching dryers. Models include:
Washers: LA3400XS, LA4400XS, LAS400XS, LA6300XS, LA5000XS, LA5300XS, LA5500XS, LA5700XS, LA6150XS, LA7700XS, LAJBOOXS, LA5380XS, LA5580XS, LA5800XS, LA7800XS, LABBOOXS, LA9800XS.
Dryers: LE/GZOOOXS, LE/G3000XS, LE/G5700XS, LE/G5800XS, LE/G6150XS, LE/G7800XS, LE/G9800XS. Stacked Models: LT4900XS, LT5000XS. Portable models: LC49000XS, LC4500XS, LT4900XS, LTSOOOXS. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Whirlpool |
1987 | 24 | 20mb | $7.99 |
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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 | $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 | $7.99 |
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KitchenAid 20 Series Dishwasher Training Booklet
Here is a fascinating 40 page book looking at how Hobart educated their sales reps to show off all the features and quality of the 20-Series KitchenAid Dishwashers. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1983 | 40 | 28mb | $7.99 |
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1983 KitchenAid Built-In Top-of-the-Line Dishwasher Comparison
Now this is super interesting, here is a comparison brochure of the KDS-20 Superba Dishwashers to all other major brands of dishwashers in the mid 1970's. Topics include: Water Heating Systems, Motors, Wash Systems and Wash-Arms, Loading, Filtration and Waste Removal, Drying systems, Frames, Tanks, Inner Doors, Fill and Drain Systems, Weights. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1983 | 20 | 13mb | $7.99 |
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Eureka 2300 Series Upright Vacuum Cleaner Owners Guide
Here is the complete owners manual to Eureka upright vacuum cleaner model series/2300. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Eureka |
1977 | 8 | 4mb | $5.99 |
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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 | $5.99 |
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1980 General Electric Washer and Dryer Brochures
Here are sales litureate brochures for the 1980 line of General Electric Automatic Washers, Dryers and portable washer and dryer. Models include:
Washers:
WWA8470V WWA8450V WWA8350V WWA8320V WWA8300V WWA7070V WWA7050V WWA5800V WWA5600V WWA7060V WWA3100V Dryers: DDE 4000V DDE9200V DDG9280V DDE8200V DDG8280V DDE7500V DDG7580V DDE5900V DDG5980V DDE5300V DDG5380V DDC0580V DDC4580V Portables: WWP1150V DDP1200V |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: General Electric |
1980 | 18 | 15mb | $5.99 |
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Hotpoint Customline Oven and Surface-Cooktop Unit Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and use and care guide to 1958 Hotpoint Customline Built-in Cooking Appliances. Models include:
Customline Surface Cooktops: RM701, RN101, RK501, RK601
Customline Golden Plug-in Griddle Cutomline Built-In Ovens: RJ111, RJ206, RJ601, RL701 Please note this document was donated to the library in pre-scanned pdf format. It is scanned at high-resolution but there are some slightly areas of blurring and discoloration, however it is completely readable and usable. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Hotpoint |
1958 | 64 | 24mb | $7.99 |
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1957 Whirlpool Range Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all 1957 Whirlpool electric ranges. Wiring Diagrams, troubleshooting and service procedures included. Models include: Deluxe: W5743510, Super-Deluxe: W5743910, Custom: W5745610, W5745620, Supreme: WS743710, WS745710 Imperial: W5743710, W5745710, W5743810, W5743811, W5745820, W5745830 |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Whirlpool |
1957 | 57 | 33mb | $7.99 |
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1980 General Electric Dishwasher Brochures
Here are some sales literature brochures from the 1979/1980 line of GE Dishwashers. Images and Specifications included for each model. Both built-in and Portable/Convertible models included. Models include:
GSD1200S, GSD1000S, GSD900X, GSD650W, GSD551W, GSD400W, GSD1200, GSD1000, GSD900, GSC950W, GSC650W, SGSC450W, GSD400W, GSD390W. |
Dishwashers Published by: General Electric |
1980 | 17 | 15mb | $5.99 |
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1983 Kelvinator Appliances Catalog
Here is a 52 page catalog of WCI/Kelvinator appliances from 1983. Full images and descriptions of all models available at that time included. Products include:
Refrigerators
Freezers Ranges Full Size Automatic Washers Full Size Clothes Dryers Portable and Space Saving Washers and Dryers Dishwashers Air Conditioners Dehumidifiers |
Full Catalog Published by: Kelvinator |
1983 | 52 | 45mb | $7.99 |
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1980 General Electric Range Sales Power Manual
Quality Ranges - Better Ways to Cook and Clean. This 48 page book takes a fascinating look at features and benefits of GE ranges. Sections include: Basic Features and Benefits Range Quality Story Why People Buy GE Ranges Consumer Profile/Buying Trends Electric Range Industry Range Model Nomenclature Control Panel Cooktop Door Design Ovens Standard Continuous Cleaning Self -Cleaning Oven Cooking Broiling Baking Rotisserie Automatic Meat Thermometer Clean Sweep Design 30" Range with Electronic Touch Timer 30" Americana® Hi/Low Range Hi/Low & Built-In Microwave Ranges TimeMaker™ Range Mark 27 Drop-In Range 30" Slide-In Range Grill/Griddle Range Built-In Ovens Cooktops Hoods Spacemaker™ Microwave Oven Energy Conservation Tips Questions & Answers Range Accessories Oven Interior Dimensions Modular Range Displays Warranties Notes |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: General Electric |
1980 | 48 | 27mb | $7.99 |
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1967 Philco-Ford Top-Loading Washer Brochures
Here are brochures for the entire 1967 line of Philco top-loading Automatic Washer line. Full images, control panel views and specifications and machine price list included. Models include: W-2G8, W-2G6, W-2G4, W-2G3, W-2G2, W-2G1. This brochure is rare and it's scanned at super high-resolution of 600dpi for crisper close-ups/zooms. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Philco |
1967 | 14 | 46mb | $7.99 |
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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 | $5.99 |
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Use and Care of the Hotpoint Electric Range
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions that was packed with every 1949 Hotpoint Electric range with push-button controls. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Hotpoint |
1949 | 16 | 14mb | $7.99 |
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Maytag DE412/DG412 Clothes Dryer Operating Instructions
Here is the complete operating instruction manual that was packed with every Maytag DE412/DG412 Gas and Electric Dryer models in the mid 1980's. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Maytag |
1969 | 4 | 5mb | $5.99 |
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1960 Frigidaire Washer and Dryer Fold-Out Brochure
Here is a sales literature brochure from Frigidaire in a fold-out format for their entire line of Washers and Dryers in 1960. Brochure is scanned at super high resolution of 600dpi. All models from 1960 are included. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Frigidaire |
1960 | 2 | 38mb | $5.99 |
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KitchenAid 21 Series Dishwasher Parts Catalog
Here is the complete parts list to all 21 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: KDS-21 KDI-21
KDB-21B KDA-21 KDI-61 KDI-21B KDI-210 KDC-210 |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1984 | 36 | 12mb | $7.99 |
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1964 Easy Wringer Washer Brochures
Beautiful brochures highlighting the 1964 line of Easy's Wringer Washers. Images and thorough specifications for each machine included. |
Twin Tub Washers Published by: Easy |
1964 | 6 | 6mb | $5.99 |
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Crosley TV and Bendix Appliances Brochure
Here is an brochure to targeting appliance/TV retail store owners on Bendix Washers and Appliances and Crosley TV's. Also includes full pages of promotional details available to help sell Bendix and Crosley products. |
Full Catalog Published by: Bendix |
1956 | 12 | 12mb | $5.99 |
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How to use and enjoy your new 1957 Frigidaire Electric Range
Full owners manual and operating instructions to all 1957 40" Frigidaire Electric Ranges. Models include:
Imperial: RI-70-57 and RI-60-57 Deluxe: RD-45-57, RDG-45-57 and RD-25-57 Super: RS-15-57 and RS-10-57 |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Frigidaire |
1957 | 40 | 22mb | $7.99 |
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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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Kelvinator Washer Service Manual - 1955
Here is the complete service manuals to all 1955 Kelvinator automatic washers. Models include: AW-2 and AWV. Sections include: 1. Installation Instructions 2. Mechanical Operation 3. Electrical Components 4. Parts and Their Replacement 5. Lubrication 6. Complete Service Diagnosis |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kelvinator |
1955 | 36 | 26mb | $5.99 |
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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 | $5.99 |
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Modern Laundering with your new General Electric Automatic Washer
Here is the full owners manual and operating instructions to the "Custom" 1954 GE automatic washer. |
Automatic Washers Published by: General Electric |
1954 | 20 | 10mb | $5.99 |
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Westinghouse Dishwasher Brochures
Beautiful brochures for Westinghouse dishwashers, both the Roll-Out (built-in) and the Roll-About (portable) models. Full images and specifications for each machine are included in these pages. |
Dishwashers Published by: Westinghouse |
1962 | 14 | 22mb | $5.99 |
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Westinghouse Roaster Oven and Infra-Red Broiler-Grid Owners Manual
Full owners manual, operating instructions and hundreds of suggested recipes to Westinghouse's wonderful electric roaster. |
Small Appliances Published by: Westinghouse |
1954 | 68 | 32mb | $5.99 |
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1957 ABC-O-Matic Automatic Dryer Brochures
Here is ABC's final automatic dryer line before they were bought by Kelvinator and the ABC and ABC-O-Matic brand came to an end. These are wonderful brochures with pictures and images of each model including both gas and electric models. |
Automatic Washers Published by: ABC-O-Matic |
1957 | 20 | 22mb | $5.99 |
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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 | $5.99 |
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General Electric Automatic Built-In Dishwashers with Soft Food Disposer Brochure
Beautiful brochure highlighting the line of late 1960s GE Dishwashers, including the GE Versatronic Americana model with Power Scrub. |
Dishwashers Published by: General Electric |
1969 | 8 | 9mb | $5.99 |
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Hotpoint Washers, Dryers and Dishwashers
Brochure showing off all of the '78 line of Hotpoint automatic washers, dryers, dishwashers, disposers and trash compactors. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Hotpoint |
1978 | 14 | 18mb | $5.99 |
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1963 Hobart Dishwashing and Food Processing Equipment
Here is a fascinating catalog of restaurant dishwashing and food processing equipment by Hobart. Home dishwashing equipment is also included at the end with the 14 Series KitchenAid dishwashers highlighted. |
Full Catalog Published by: Hobart |
1963 | 12 | 20mb | $5.99 |
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Washday Recipes, Care, Use of your Westinghouse Laundromat
Full owners manual and operating instructions to the 1952-1953 Westinghouse Laundromat models LB-6 (standard Laundromat model) and RL-1 (bolt-down model). |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1952 | 44 | 17mb | $5.99 |
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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 | $7.99 |
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1962 Dexter Quick-Twin and Standard Wringer Washers Brochures
Whimsical brochures by Dexter highlight features and specifications of their Philco-made wringer washers. Models include:
3-D9, 3-D9P, 3-D7, 3-D7P, 3-D5, 3-D5P, 3-D3, 3-D3P, 3-D2, 3-D2P, 3-D1, 3-D1P, 1-DO, 1-DOP, 3-D4 |
Wringer Washers Published by: Dexter |
1962 | 16 | 39mb | $5.99 |
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Robertshaw Oven Heat Control Instructions
Here is the instruction book packed with most gas ranges from 1950-1955 with specific instructions on how to use and maintain the gas oven controls. |
Gas Stoves Published by: Robertshaw |
1951 | 12 | 4mb | $5.99 |
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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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Maytag Washpower Automatic Operating Instructions for model A406S
8.5" x 11" operating instruction card that came with newly designed Center-Dial Maytag Washers. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1966 | 2 | 2mb | $5.99 |
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KitchenAid Regency and Deluxe Portable Dishwasher Owner Manual
Here is the complete owners manual to all lower end 18 series KitchenAid front loading portable dishwashers. Models include: KDR-68 and KDD-68. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1977 | 20 | 17mb | $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.