VINTAGE OWNER'S MANUALS, SERVICE MANUALS, BROCHURES AND PUBLICATIONS
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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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Westinghouse Laundromat Model LLC30 Owners Manual
Full Owners manual and use/care guide to Westinghouse Laundromat automatic home washer model LLC30. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1963 | 24 | 21mb | $11.99 |
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1954 Norge Automatic Washer and Dryer Brochures
Here are some beautiful sales literature brochures highlighting Norge's 1954 line of automatic washers, semi-automatic washers and clothes dryers. Suggested retail price list at end of file. Models include: Automatic washers: AW450, AW-425, AW-422SP, AW-410 Semi-Automatic washers: AW-405 Dryers: AG-730, AE-620, AG-710, AE-610. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Norge |
1954 | 20 | 66mb | $8.99 |
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Maytag Washer A702-A702S Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions packed with every Maytag A702/A702S (S is the suds-saver model) from the early 1960's. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1962 | 22 | 22mb | $11.99 |
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Speed Queen Combination Washer-Dryer Facts Manual
Here is the very rare Facts Manual produced by Speed Queen when they introduced their Washer-Dryer combination machine to highlight all the features and conveniences of having one machine do both the washing and drying. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Speed Queen |
1962 | 16 | 36mb | $8.99 |
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1955 Kelvinator Automatic Washer Owners Manual
Complete use/care guide and owners manual to Kelvinator Automatic washer model AW-2 and Semi-automatic washer model SW. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kelvinator |
1955 | 32 | 30mb | $11.99 |
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1965 General Electric Automatic Washer Operating Guide
Here is complete operating instructions and use/care guide to GE washer models WA-832A and WA-837A. |
Automatic Washers Published by: General Electric |
1965 | 26 | 51mb | $11.99 |
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Brochure to the Very First Whirlpool Automatic Washer
Here is a wonderful brochure Whirlpool produced back in '47 when they introduced their very first automatic washer. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Whirlpool |
1947 | 12 | 38mb | $11.99 |
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1950 Westinghouse Laundromat Brochure
Here is a beautiful brochure from Westinghouse showing off their new 1950 model Laundromat model L-5. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1950 | 16 | 42mb | $8.99 |
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1957 Speed Queen Washer Operating Instructions and Brochure
Complete sales literature brochure as well the operating instruction guide to 1957 Speed Queen automatic washer models A18 and A19. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Speed Queen |
1957 | 8 | 23mb | $11.99 |
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1987 Whirlpool Laundry Products Catalog
Here is a wonderful brochure highlighting the 1987 line of Whirlpool Washers and Dryers. Models include washers: LA3400XS, LA4400XS LA5400XS, LA6300XS, LA5000XS, LA5300XS, LA5500XS, LA5700XS, LA6150XS, LA7700XS, LA3800XS, LA5380XS, LA5580XS, LA5800XS, LA7800XS, LABBOOXS, LA9800XS. dryers: LE/G2000XS, LE/G3000XS, LE/G5700XS, LE/G5800XS, LE/G6150XS, LE/G7800XS, LE/G9800XS. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Whirlpool |
1987 | 24 | 67mb | $14.99 |
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1960 Hotpoint Automatic Washer Brochures
Here are beuatiful brochures for the 1960 line of Hotpoint Automatic Washers. Models include: LW090, LW070, LW060, LW050, LW0506, LW030, LW025. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Hotpoint |
1960 | 16 | 67mb | $8.99 |
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1960 Hotpoint Dryer Brochures
Brochures highligting the 1960 line of Hotpoint clothes dryers. Modes Include: LC090, LB090, LB070, LB050, LB030 |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Hotpoint |
1960 | 10 | 38mb | $8.99 |
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1963 Pyrex Glassware Retail Catalog
Here is a wonderful and rare catalog of Pyrex-ware glass kitchen products. Products include: Clear ovenware, Town & Country, Turquoise, Early American, Pink, Primary sets, Casseroles, Coffee pots, saucepans, double boilers, dishware and tumblers, salt/pepper shakers. Full retail price list included at end for all products. |
Full Catalog Published by: Pyrex |
1963 | 0 | 47mb | $14.99 |
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1960 Hotpoint Cooking Appliances Brochures
Beautiful brochures highlighting the 1960 line of electric ranges, cooktops, built-in ovens and the Customline Crest line of ranges as well. Models include:
RB75-A, RB65-A, RB45-A, RB18-A, RB15-A, RA-301, RA-101, CustomLine Crest RU75-A, RU45-A, RR25-A, RJ85-A, RJ65-A, RJ35-A, RJ34-A, RJ15-A, RL75-A, RJ77-A, RJ-76A, |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Hotpoint |
1960 | 38 | 150mb | $14.99 |
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1984 General Electric Washer Use and Care Book
Here is the complete owners manual and use/care guide to GE Automatic Washer model WWA8364V. |
Automatic Washers Published by: General Electric |
1984 | 32 | 63mb | $11.99 |
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1962 General Electric Washers and Dryers Brochures
Here are beautiful brochures for the 1962 line of GE automatic washers, combination washer/dryers, utility sink washer and dryers. High resolution scan of 600dpi for crisp Images and full specifications included. Models include... Washers: WA-1050W, WA-950W, WA-850W, WA-750W, WA-650W, WA-550W Dryers: DA-1020W, DA-920W, DA-820W, DA-720W, DA-620W, DA-520W Utility/Sink Washer: WB2050W Undercounter Dryer: DU2020W Combination Washer/Dryers: WD-860W, WD-560W |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: General Electric |
1962 | 32 | 149mb | $14.99 |
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GE Pull-Out Dishwasher Operating Guide
Here is the complete owners manual and operating use/care instructions to 1962 General Electric pull-out built-in dishwashers models: SU66 and SU60. |
Dishwashers Published by: General Electric |
1962 | 24 | 35mb | $11.99 |
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1962 General Electric Range-Oven Brochures
Here are beautiful brochures for the 1962 line of GE free standing electric ranges and cooking appliances, including the Americana models!
High resolution scan of 600dpi for crisp Images and full specifications included.
Models include... J790W, J792W, J760W, J762W, J791W, J761W, J763W, J408W, J750W, J304W, J404W, J303W, J403W, J406W, J402W, J302W, J400W, J401W, J301W, J299W. Also included is the planning dimensions book the Americana model J790W. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: General Electric |
1962 | 0 | 150mb | $14.99 |
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Maytag Washer Model 142B-142SB Owners Manual
Here is a rare owners manual on the first major center-dial Maytag automatic washer. Models include both 142B and 142SB (suds saver model). |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1958 | 26 | 8mb | $11.99 |
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1990 Maytag Washers and Dryers Brochure
Beautiful brochure highlighting the 2nd to last generation of helical drive Newton made Maytag laundry appliances. Models include:
washers: A9800, A9700, A9400, A9200, A7800, A7500, A7300.
dryers: D9900, D9800, D7600, D7500, D7400, D4000. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Maytag |
1990 | 16 | 32mb | $14.99 |
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1970 Maytag Dishwasher Brochure
Very fun brochure highligting the Maytag top-of-the line dishwasher of the early 1970s. |
Dishwashers Published by: Maytag |
1970 | 6 | 29mb | $8.99 |
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1965 Westinghouse Top-Loading Washer Brochures
Here are brochures produced right after the switch-over to Westinghouse's own design of top-loading automatic washers. Models include: LAF200, LAF400 and LAF600. Dryers are also shown: DTF200, DTF400/DGF400 and DTF600/DGF600 |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1965 | 12 | 53mb | $8.99 |
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1954 Whirlpool Home Laundry Appliances Book
Here is an absolute beautifully illustrated catalog in book form from Whirlpool highlighting their 1954 line of home laundry appliances. Products include automatic washers, dryers, wringer washers and mangle ironer. Scanned at 600ddpi high resolution for a beautiful pdf file. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Whirlpool |
1954 | 52 | 171mb | $14.99 |
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Early Kenmore Dishwasher Owners Manual
I'm guessing this book is from around 1956. This is probably the first front-loading home dishwasher ever marketed by Kenmore. It's made by D&M. The dishwasher in the earlier Sears catalogs was marketed under the name Homart as a top-loading machine. Full operating instructions, cycle chart, installation instructions and parts list included. |
Dishwashers Published by: Kenmore |
1956 | 36 | 40mb | $12.99 |
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1959 Frigidaire Multimatic Washer Tech-Talk Service Manual
Frigidaire first introduced their Multimatic washers in 1959 and here is the comprehensive service manual they produced 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-59, WCI-59, WI-59, WCD-59, WD-59, WS-59. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1959 | 56 | 39mb | $12.99 |
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Easy Spiralator Automatic Washer Brochures
Brochures for Easy Automatic washers models ADE and ACE. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Easy |
1957 | 4 | 7mb | $8.99 |
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Classroom Textbook on Servicing Automatic Washers and Dryers and Combinations
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 washers, dryers and combos. Underscores, notes and quiz answers were left in the document from the original student for extra information. Scanned at 600dpi for extra crisp text and images. |
Automatic Washers Published by: NRI |
1972 | 68 | 114mb | $14.99 |
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GM Engineering Journal - The Frigidaire Rollermatic Washer
Here is a fascinating look at the design and implementation of the Frigidaire Rollermatic washer. 13 pages of this issue are dedicated to the design, testing and development of one of Frigidaire's longest lasting washer transmission. Other articles include:
How the Loudness of Sound is Determined When Evaluating Electric
Absorption Spectroscopic Analyses of Rubber Materials Short Range Telemetry System Provides Test Data on Rotating Parts Patent Searching |
Trade Publications Published by: Frigidaire |
1965 | 44 | 44mb | $12.99 |
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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 | $8.99 |
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Whirlpool Combination Washer-Dryer Parts List
Full parts breakdown including part numbers and wiring diagram to combination washer-dryer model W6009500. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Whirlpool |
1960 | 12 | 6mb | $12.99 |
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Libby Glassware Catalog Fall/Winter 1960
Beautiful catalog showcasing the 1960 Libby line of glassware. Sets include:
Emeralds Caddy Set, Americana Hostess Set, International Set, S+1 Hostess Set, Continental Cup Sets, Hostess Set, Partytime Sets, Caddy Sets, Golden Foliage, Gift Sets, Gift Box Sets, Smoke Ripple, Tempo Glassware, Home Barware, Table Sets, Cocktail Sets and Miscellaneous Sets. |
Dinnerware/Glassware/Silverware Published by: Libby |
1960 | 24 | 32mb | $8.99 |
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The Keyboard Range
Beautiful brochure highlighting GE's top of the line electric range in 1957. Images and full specifications included. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: General Electric |
1957 | 6 | 9mb | $8.99 |
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1966 Hotpoint Appliances Calendar
Beautiful large format calendar showing off all of the wonderful appliances Hotpoint had to offer in the mid 1960s. |
Full Catalog Published by: Hotpoint |
1966 | 12 | 20mb | $8.99 |
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Apex Canister Vacuum Brochures
Here are some wonderful brochures highlighting the Apex Canister Vacuums including the Strato-Cleaner, Aero-Cleaner and the Cylinder Cleaner. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Apex |
1953 | 2 | 7mb | $8.99 |
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Speed Queen Automatic Washer Service Manual
Here is the complete service manual to all solenoid controlled Speed Queen automatic washers from the late 1960's. Models include: A72, A73, A75 and A76. Sections include:
Dimensions and full Specifications, Home Demonstration, Service Procedures, Adjustments, Test Procedures, Timer Sequence Charts, Wiring Diagrams, Troubleshooting Charts and Service Helps. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Speed Queen |
1969 | 53 | 26mb | $12.99 |
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1958 Frigidaire Ultra-Clean Washers and Fabric-Master Dryers Brochure
Beautiful brochure showing off the Custom Imperial, Imperial and Deluxe models of 1958 Frigidaire Unimatic and Pulsamatic automatic washers, along with their matching Fabric Master Dryers. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1958 | 12 | 14mb | $8.99 |
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Getting to know your new Frigidaire Deluxe Automatic Washer
Full owners manual and operating instructions for the 1955 WV-35 and WV-45 Pulsamatic washer. This is Frigidaire's first Pulsamatic washer (General Motors built them for the 1955-1958 lower end washer models). |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1955 | 24 | 11mb | $11.99 |
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Westinghouse 1965-1967 Continental Range and Oven Owners Manuals
Here is a set of six different owners manuals for several Westinghouse Continental Ranges from 1965 thru 1967. Models include: KEE3H, KEE3J, OSE3E, KEE3B, KGC, KGC30, KHC30 and other models from the mid 1960's including the double oven models. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Westinghouse |
1967 | 102 | 42mb | $12.99 |
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1957 Chambers Range Brochure
Beautiful brochure showing off the 1957 Chambers Range. Model: AC-61C |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Chambers |
1957 | 4 | 8mb | $8.99 |
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Hotpoint Electronic Oven Brochure
Hotpoint introduces its very first Microwave oven for the home. Read all about it in this color brochure! |
Microwave Ovens Published by: Hotpoint |
1957 | 4 | 9mb | $8.99 |
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Maytag Big-Tub Washers and Matching Dryers Brochures
Here are some very cool Maytag sales literature brochures highlighting their 1970 line of large-capacity washers and matching dryers. Models include: Washers: A906, A806, A606, A406. Dryers: DE906, DE806, DG906, DG806, DE606, DG606. Please note there is some relatively minor water staining on these brochures, but they were cool/rare enough to post anyway. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Maytag |
1970 | 28 | 24mb | $8.99 |
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1963 Kenmore Automatic Washer Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual to six Kenmore Automatic Washers, model series: 800, 31480, 70, 600, 500 and 400. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kenmore |
1963 | 36 | 23mb | $11.99 |
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Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions for Maytag Washer A107. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1976 | 8 | 4mb | $11.99 |
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No Matter What You Wash and Wear You’ll Feel Like A Queen
Complete Owners manual and operating instructions to Frigidaire's middle and bottom of the line automatic washers for 1960. Custom Deluxe, Deluxe and Super models, including suds-saver models. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1960 | 32 | 17mb | $11.99 |
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Brochure and Service Manual for the Original Hotpoint Combo
This is not the typical Hotpoint badged GE Combo, this machine was Hotpoint's very own design from the Chicago Plant. We are not sure if any were ever sold, we believe their might have been patent issues which stopped the production of this machine early on. Beautiful brochure along with the complete service manual for this rare and mysterious machine. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Hotpoint |
1957 | 40 | 41mb | $8.99 |
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Hoover Floor Care Brochure
Absolutely beautiful full brochure of Hoover's main floor care line. Includes Hoover's full line of uprights, canisters, polishers, and Quick-brooms. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Hoover |
1977 | 8 | 14mb | $8.99 |
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Long Famous Dependable Maytags
Absolutely beautiful glossy brochure for the newly redesigned Maytag Wringer Washer line. Brochures list all models available, both electric and gas engine. Also included is the Operating Instructions Manual from the 1970s for the Maytag wringer washer models E2 and N2. |
Wringer Washers Published by: Maytag |
1966 | 12 | 17mb | $8.99 |
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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 | $8.99 |
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Use and Care Instructions for your new 1963 Sturdy Frigidaire Washer
Operating instructions that were packed with every top of the line 1963 Frigidaire Automatic Washer, both regular and suds saver models WCI-63 and WCIR-63. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1963 | 4 | 4mb | $11.99 |
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