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How to get the most out of your Mixmaster


Published by Sunbeam in 1935-- Here is the owners manual to the very first Sunbeam Mixmaster, model 1. It shows off the features of the mixer as well as every available attachment and how to use them. Recipes included.

Number of Pages: 36
File Size: 21mb
Download Fee: $11.99

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Thumbnail Image of Download 1972 Kenmore Washer Owners Manual
Here is the owners manual, wash guide, parts list and installation instructions packed with every 600 series Kenmore automatic washer from 1972. Models include: 110.7204610, 110.7204660, 110.7205610, 110.7205660.


Automatic Washers
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Kenmore
1972 48 56mb $14.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1954 Kenmore Washer Owners Manual
Here is the complete use and care guide to the 1954 Kenmore Automatic Washer.


Automatic Washers
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Kenmore
1954 20 26mb $11.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1959 Kenmore Automatic Washer Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to the middle of the line Kenmore Alphabet Automatic Washer from 1959.


Automatic Washers
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Kenmore
1959 20 28mb $11.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download Electrolux XII Vacuum Cleaner Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and use/care guide to Electrolux Vacuum model XII.


Vacuum Cleaners
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Electrolux Vacuum (now Aerus)
1933 36 43mb $11.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1967 Easy Automatic Washer Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to Easy automatic washers from 1967. Models include: WA-355, WA-344, WA-323, WA-322, WA-3226, WA-321.

Sections include: Specifications, Features, Installation, Servicing and Troubleshooting.
Automatic Washers
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Easy
1967 60 72mb $12.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download Construction and Operation of the Bendix Home Laundry
Here is an early service manual for Bendix bolt-down front-loading automatic washers. It covers the pre-war models. Parts catalog at the end also covers post war models up to the early 1950's.

Sections include:
Construction and Operation
Installing
Servicing
The Business of Service
Washing Practice
Parts Catalog

Models: S-101, B-201, S-110, B-210, B-215, B-211, B-212
Automatic Washers
Published by:
Bendix
1941 181 182mb $14.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1948 General Electric Dishwasher Service Manual
Here is service manual for servicing all GE dishwashers from the late 1940s.

Sections include:
General Information
Removal of Stains & Films on China and Glassware
Service Qualities of Dinnerware
Type S-10 Dishwasher Mechanism and Washing Cycle
Operation of Dishwasher
Operating Cycle
Basic Assemblies of the S-10 Dishwasher Mechanism
Service Adjustment and Replacement of Parts
Operational Complaint Charts
Dishwashers
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General Electric
1948 53 $12.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download Maytag Super Highlander Washer Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and use/care guide to Maytag washer model A502 and A502S (suds-saver model).


Automatic Washers
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Maytag
1961 21 19mb $11.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1957 Frigidaire Control-Tower Washers and Dryers Poster
Here is an oversized wall poster advertising the 1957 line of Frigidaire washers and dryers.

Scanned at high resolution this is a beautifully illustrated poster with images and full feature descriptions plus specifications.
Automatic Washers & Dryers
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Frigidaire
1957 2 52mb $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1957 Whirlpool Dishwasher Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to both built-in front loading and portable top loading whirlpool Dishwashers.

Models include: W-5770010, W-5770000, W-5872110
Dishwashers
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Whirlpool
1957 42 66mb $12.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 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
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Speed Queen
1959 28 29mb $11.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 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
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Whirlpool
1989 16 37mb $14.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 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
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Westinghouse
1972 2 42mb $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 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
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Frigidaire
1964 0 40mb $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 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
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Bendix
1952 16 21mb $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 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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Thumbnail Image of Download 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
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Ironrite
1956 28 74mn $11.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 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
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Hotpoint
1960 5 5mb $11.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 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
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Hotpoint
1953 18 31mb $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1963 Frigidaire Dishwasher Brochures
Here are two brochures for Frigidaire dishwashers both undercounter and top-loading portable models.


Dishwashers
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Frigidaire
1963 0 23mb $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 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
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Westinghouse
1967 8 26mb $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 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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Thumbnail Image of Download 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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Thumbnail Image of Download 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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Thumbnail Image of Download 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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Thumbnail Image of Download Frigidaire Service Tech-Talk Jet-Action Washer Service Manual
Very comprehensive service manual produced for Frigidaire solid-tub Jet-Action automatic washers. This manual covers the 1968 N line, but is valid for most mechanical features of the 1965-1969 Frigidaire washers. Includes full cycle charts and specifications for each model, as well as complete service information. This is a must have manual for anyone with a rollermatic washer or anyone interested in how the machine functions. Models include WAN, WA2N, WCDAN, WCDARN, WCDATN, WCDN, WIN, WCIN.


Automatic Washers
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Frigidaire
1968 93 66mb $12.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download Westinghouse Speed-o-Light Electronic Microwave Oven Brochure
Here is a brochure for a very early built-in Microwave Oven brochure from Westinghouse. Model XM.


Microwave Ovens
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Westinghouse
1960 2 2mb $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1969 Westinghouse Front Load Washers and Dryers
Brochures and spec sheets for the 1966 line of front loaders and their matching dryers.


Automatic Washers & Dryers
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Westinghouse
1969 8 12mb $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download KitchenAid 17 Series Dishwasher Built-In Brochures and Owners Manual
Full brochure with images and complete specifications as well as the complete owners manual for KitchenAid 17 series dishwashers.

Brochure for models: KDS-17, KDI-17, KDC-17 and KDI-17.
Owners manual for models: portables: KDS-57, KDI-57, built-ins: KDS-17, KDI-17, KDC-17 and KDI-17, sink combination: KDC-37.
Dishwashers
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KitchenAid
1974 26 23mb $9.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download Service manual to the Westinghouse Combination Washer-Dryer WD-3
Here is the complete service manual for Westinghouse's third combo model, the WD-3 referred to as the "Wash 'n Dry Laundromat".

Sections include: Specifications and parts, installation, cycle of operation, electrical diagrams and charts, troubleshooting, thermostat checks, three-way mix and fill valve and parts replacement.
Combination Washer/Dryers
Published by:
Westinghouse
1957 36 13mb $12.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1955 Frigidaire Imperial Refrigerator Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and use/care guide to all 1955 Frigidaire top-of-the-line Imperial refrigerators.

Models include: CIV-143 and CIV-115.
Refrigerators/Freezers
Published by:
Frigidaire
1955 48 24mb $12.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1965 Hotpoint Automatic Dishwasher Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to the newly redesigned Hotpoint dishwasher, both built in and portable models. This was the Hotpoint Chicago plant design most commonly seen in Hotpoint dishwashers from the 1960's and well into the 1970s.

Models included: DA35, DA45, DA65, D825, D835, D843 and D865


Sections Include:
FEATURE CHART
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
OPERATION
Time Cycle Chart
LOADING THE DISHWASHER
WATER FLOW CYCLE
CHEMISTRY OF DISHWASHING
SERVICE
Two Bearing Power Pack
Testing for In-Operative Motor
Removal of Power Pack
Power Pack Components
Recirculating Pump Assembly
Rotor A-ssembly - Single Rotor Models
Rotor and Spray Tower Assembly
Rotor Assembly
Supply Tube
Tower Assembly
Water Inlet Valve
Testing for In,Operative Water Inlet Valve
To check Water Level in Tub
Side Inlet Water System
Removal of Water Inlet Assembly
Racks and Tracks
Upper Rack Assembly
Dish Rack and Track
Dishwasher Tubs
Corner Gaskets
Pedestal Legs
Door Trim Assemblies
Door Vent and Baffle
Four Cycle Switch
Switch Removal
Switch Button Removal
Electrical Test of Switch
Door Gasket
Door Latch and Strike
To Test Door Switch
Door Vent and Baffle Assembly
Dual Detergent Dispenser
Operation of the Bi-Metal Detergent Dispenser
Testing the Detergent Assembly
Wetting Agent Dispenser
Adjustment of Dispenser
Timers
Timer Knob Assembly
To Tes t for In-Operative Timer
Pressure Switch
Heating Unit
To Test for In-Operative Calrod ® Unit
Junction Box Assembly
Terminal Block
Starting Relay
Service Panel

MOBILE DISHWASHERS
Installation Data for Mobile Dishwashers
Faucet Connection
Faucet
Electrical Adaption
Connection and Operation
Permanent Installation of Mobile Dishwasher
Unicouple
Servicing the Unicouple
Unicouple and Cord Storage
Inlet Valve
Use and Care of Dishwasher Tops
Top Removal
Casters

ACCESSORY PACKAGES
DX17 Maple Top
DX20 Wetting Agent Dispenser
DX23 Frame far Wood and Service Panel
DX24 & DX25 Side Panel
DX26 Cabinet Front Trims
DISHWASHER OPERATION CHART
PICTORIAL WIRING DIAGRAM
SCHEMATIC WIRING DIAGRAM

CYCLE SCHEMATIC
Fill Cycle
Wash/ Rinse Cycle
Drain Cycle
Dry Cycle
Rinse Only/ Pots and Pans
Wash Only/Wash and Dry



Dishwashers
Published by:
Hotpoint
1965 69 38mb $12.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download The Quick and Easy Way to Beautiful Ironing
"Instruction handbook for use with Ironrite Automatic Ironer"

Full owners manual and operating instructions to the Model 95 Ironrite Automatic Ironer. Looking for the service manual to Ironrite Ironers? Please see this manual: Comprehensive Ironrite Service Manual
Ironers
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Ironrite
1960 20 11mb $11.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download How to Use and Enjoy Your New 1964 Kenmore Automatic Dryer
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions packed with every '64 Lady Kenmore Clothes Dryer. Series covered include the Lady Kenmore, 70, 800, 31880, 70, 500 and the 400.


Automatic Washers
Published by:
Kenmore
1964 36 24mb $11.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1974 Frigidaire Dishwasher - Disposal and Trash Compactor Brochure
Here is the complete brochure to all Frigidaire Dishwashers, both built in and portable from the mid 1970's. Contains images, details and full specifications for each model.

Models include: DW-DU, DW-CDU, DW-IU, DW-CIU, DW-COM, DW-IM, DW-CIM.
Dishwashers
Published by:
Frigidaire
1974 12 26mb $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1963 Westinghouse Laundromat Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all 1963 Westinghouse automatic washers.


Automatic Washers
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Westinghouse
1963 49 61mb $12.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1959 Frigidaire Tech-Tips Bulletins
Here is the completed collection of all 1959 Frigidaire Tech-Tips bulletins alerting of product, parts and service changes mid-model year. Also included is one 1957 and one 1958 year bulletin.


Automatic Washers & Dryers
Published by:
Frigidaire
1959 88 57mb $12.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download Beautiful 1969 Whirlpool Automatic Dryers Brochures
Here is the entire line of Whirlpool Automatic Dryers from '69.


Clothes Dryers
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Whirlpool
1969 24 31mb $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1957 Dormeyer Appliances Dealer Promotional Brochure
Here is a promotional brochure sent to dealers of Dormeyer small appliances highlighting their appliances and upcoming advertising campaigns.


Small Appliances
Published by:
Dormeyer
1957 4 8mb $8.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download How to use your Hamilton Automatic Washer
Full owners manual and operating instructions packed with every 1959 Hamilton automatic washer.


Automatic Washers
Published by:
Hamilton
1959 33 15mb $11.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download Thor Automatic Washer Instruction Book
Here is the owners manual to a very rare automatic washer. From the mid-1940's through the early 1950's Thor produce their "Automagic" washer/dishwasher combination. They also produced they same machine without the dishwasher tub assembly but that included a completely automatic wash timer. This instruction book is for this first Thor completely automatic washer.


Automatic Washers
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Thor
1951 20 11mb $11.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1960 Frigidaire Dryer Owners Manual
No Matter What You Wash and Wear You’ll Feel Like A Queen

Complete Owners manual and operating instructions to all 1960 Frigidaire Filtrator and Air-Flow electric Dryers. Models inlucde: DCI-60, DI-60, DCD-60, DD-60, DS-60.
Clothes Dryers
Published by:
Frigidaire
1960 32 24mb $11.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download Use and Care Manual
This is a two part document, part 1 is a two page brochure highlighting the RR-7ET microwave. Part #2 is the full owners manual and operating instructions for the Amana Radarange microwave oven model RR-7A and RR-7ET.


Microwave Ovens
Published by:
Amana
1980 12 7mb $11.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 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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Thumbnail Image of Download 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 $14.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download Electrolux Users Manual (Model LX)
Full owners manual and operating instructions to the model LX vacuum cleaner. This manual is filled with beautiful quintessential 1950's industrial art done in wonderful watercolors, it is by far one of the prettiest vacuum cleaner manuals around.


Vacuum Cleaners
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Electrolux Vacuum (now Aerus)
1952 51 51mb $11.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 1963 Frigidaire Refrigerator-Freezer Tech-Talk Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all 1963 Frigidaire Refrigerators. Models include:

S-10-63, D-10-63, DA-12-63, D-12-63, D-14-63, FD-11-63, FDS-13T-1, FD-13T-63, FI-13T-63, FPDS-14T-1, FPD-14T-63, FPD-14B-63, FPI-14T-63, FPI-14B-63, FPI-16B-63.
Refrigerators/Freezers
Published by:
Frigidaire
1963 124 81mb $14.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download 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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Thumbnail Image of Download 1965 Lady Kenmore Packet
This file includes all of the items packed with the 1965 Sears Lady Kenmore automatic washer models (except owners manual which is available separately here) 110.6504904, 110.6504954, 110.6505904, 110.6505954. Included is the Permanent Press Guide, Roto-Flex agitator warranty, full parts list and installation instructions.


Automatic Washers
Published by:
Kenmore
1965 17 6mb $12.99
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Thumbnail Image of Download The Worlds Newest Kitchen Ideas
budget-tailored to your exact needs for brighter, easier living! The earlier 1950 version of the complete 24 page sales literature catalog for everything Youngstown Kitchens made available to homeowners in the early post-war era. Includes images and specifications for all Youngstown Jet-Tower Dishwashers and Disposall units, full kitchen planner including all metal kitchen cabinets and storage units, porcelain sinks, drawer units and everything else to make a beautful new shiny 1950s Kitchen! Beautiful pictures and hand drawn illustrations throughout!


Dishwashers
Published by:
Youngstown Kitchens
1950 24 34mb $8.99

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