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: 15 hours |
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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: 15 hours |
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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: 15 hours |
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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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Speed-Wash A Laundry Without Labor
Wonderful sales brochure produced for prospective coin laundry owners on the wonders of Speed Queen "Speed-Wash" coin operated automatic washers. Brochure highlights all the features and specifications of Speed Queen coin-op washers from the late 1950's as well as all the extra's you could order for your laundromat such as dryers, water heaters and softeners, coin changes, tables and chairs, detergent dispensers, lighted signs and advertising promotional materials. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Speed Queen |
1958 | 24 | 19mb | $8.99 |
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Eljer Fine Plumbing Fixtures and Brass Goods Catalog
Here is the complete condensed trade catalog highlighting the Eljer line of plumbing products in the early 1950's. Products include:
The Legation Bathtubs
Riviera Corner Bathtubs Riviera Recess Bathtubs Vitreous China Lavatories/Bathroom Sinks Enameled Cast Iron Lavatories/Bathroom Sinks Vitreous China Closets/Toilets Vitreous China Drinking Fountains Duo and Duo-Line Sinks Ledgbak and Envoy Sinks Enameled Cast Iron Sinks Laundry Trays and Service Sinks Enameled Cast Iron Wash Sink and Trough Urinals Plumbers' Brass Goods |
Home Products Published by: Eljer |
1951 | 24 | 23mb | $8.99 |
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Philco Automagic Washer - Designed to launder everything in your family wash ... Automatically
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions that were packed with ever 1959 Philco "Automagic" Top-Loading Washer. Models include W-298, W-296, W-292. This is the first year Philco introduced their famous "High-Frequency" wobbling agitator washers. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Philco |
1959 | 44 | 18mb | $11.99 |
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Kelvinator Dryer Service Manual for 1956 and 1957 models
Here is the complete service manual to all Kelvinator gas and electric dryers from '56-'57. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Kelvinator |
1957 | 40 | 22mb | $12.99 |
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Wonderful 1958 Maytag Dryer Brochures
Beautiful brochures highlighting Maytag's '58 line of automatic dryers, both gas and electric along with air-flow and condenser models. Full images and specifications for each model. Models include: 641W, 641C, 741C, 67C and 77C. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1958 | 11 | 16mb | $8.99 |
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1949 ABC-O-Matic Automatic Washer Service Manual
Here is the service manual produced by the Altofer Brothers Company for their very first automatic washer, the model 50. |
Automatic Washers Published by: ABC-O-Matic |
1949 | 45 | 39mb | $12.99 |
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Gibson Washer Brochures
Full brochures with images, features and specifications for Gibson washers made by Franklin. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Gibson |
1974 | 10 | 14mb | $8.99 |
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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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Philco Built-in Dishwasher Service Manual
Comprehensive parts and service manual for 1963 Philco built-in Dishwashers. Model 24KW36 is highlighted. Sections include Specifications, Exploded Views, Parts Data, Wiring Diagram, Installation, Troubleshooting, Parts Remove and Adjustments. |
Dishwashers Published by: Philco |
1963 | 52 | 23mb | $12.99 |
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1960 Frigidaire Refrigerator-Freezer Service Manual
Here is a double issue Tech-Talk Service Manual covering both household Refrigerator-Freezers as well as Household Upright Food Freezers. Models covered: SA-9-60, SS-9-60, S-9-60, DA-11-60, D -11-60, D-13-60, FD-11-60, FD-13-60, FD-13T -60, FI-13T-60, FPD-13T -60, FPI-13T -60, FPI-13B-60 and FPI-15B-60, UFD-12-60, UFD-15-60, UFD-21-60, UFPD- 16-60, UFI-1 5-60 and UFPI-16-60. Sections include: Construction, Cycle Temperature meter, Diagnosis check chart, Installation, Specifications for each model, Complete service operations, Tools, Wiring Diagrams and more. |
Refrigerators/Freezers Published by: Frigidaire |
1960 | 136 | 94mb | $14.99 |
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Whirlpool Wringer Washer Service Manual - 1961 to 1971
Comprehensive service manual for Whirlpool wringer washers from 1961 thru 1971. Includes supplements for the later models. Sections include:
Model Specifications Pre-Delivery and Installation Component Description and Functional Data Service Procedures |
Wringer Washers Published by: Whirlpool |
1971 | 42 | 26mb | $14.99 |
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Beautiful 1966 Speed Queen Clothes Dryer Brochures
Here are some wonderful brochures highlighting the 1966 line of Speed Queen Automatic Dryers. Models include: 165 and 1966, full images and specifications included for each model. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Speed Queen |
1966 | 4 | 7mb | $8.99 |
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Operating Instructions and The Laundry Primer
Owners Manual, Operating Instructions, Installation Instructions and detergent information for top of the line Imperial Mark XII Whirlpool washers Models LPA 992-0; LPA 992-5 (with SUDS-MISER® system ). |
Automatic Washers Published by: Whirlpool |
1966 | 27 | 29mb | $11.99 |
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Jan-Feb 1955 Westinghouse Service Beacon
Here is the bi-monthly service bulletin produced by Westinghouse for their dealers and servicers. Articles include: Handle Differently - Columbus and Springfield Refrigerator Units
Good Service .. . 7 Years Later 140 ° Water Necessary for Proper Dishwashing Timer Operation Guarantees 140° Water in All DWC & DWD Dishwashers To Install a D-8 Dryer In An Old Dryer Installation, Use This Adaptor What You Learn at the Factory Service School Check the Refrigerator Defrost Control Plunger Make This Gauge Repairing Latch Handle Assemblies Out of the Tool Kit Win Any of These Awards A New Dishwasher Fill Valve-facing New Food Waste Disposer Sink Flange and Safe Top How to Replace Iron Elements Changes In To-542 Toaster Manual Parts List Westinghouse Appliance Dealer Uniforms Catalog |
Miscellaneous Published by: Westinghouse |
1955 | 24 | 22mb | $12.99 |
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1959 General Electric Refrigerator-Freezer Owners Manual
Complete Use and Care guide to 1959 GE Refrigerators. Models include: BH-15P, BH-13P, BH-12P. |
Refrigerators/Freezers Published by: General Electric |
1959 | 16 | 7mb | $12.99 |
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Frigidaire Ironer Parts Catalog
Here is the complete parts catalog which includes detailed illustrations of the order of assembled parts, their descriptions and original Frigidaire part numbers. Models include:
IJ-30, IK-30, I0-30, IO-26 and IR-30. |
Ironers Published by: Frigidaire |
1952 | 52 | 23mb | $12.99 |
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Mid 1950s Maytag Refrigerator/Freezer Brochures
Refrigerator/Freezer Brochures from Maytag showing off their Amana made refrigerators. |
Refrigerators/Freezers Published by: Maytag |
1956 | 6 | 6mb | $8.99 |
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Easy Spindrier Owners Manual
Easy Spindrier owners manual and operating instructions for '49 models. |
Twin Tub Washers Published by: Easy |
1949 | 20 | 9mb | $11.99 |
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1976 KitchenAid Built-In Top-of-the-Line Dishwasher Comparison
Now this is super interesting, here is a comparison brochure of the KDS-18 Superba Dishwashers to all other major brands of dishwashers in the mid 1970's. Topics include: Machine Frames, Wash Chambers/Tubs, Motors, Wash Arms and Systems, Filtration, Drying methods, Fill and Drain systems, Loading/Racks, Weight. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1976 | 20 | 9mb | $9.99 |
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1961 Norge Wringer Washer Brochures
Beautiful brochures highlighting Norge wringer washers from the early 1960's. |
Wringer Washers Published by: Norge |
1961 | 14 | 15mb | $8.99 |
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Proved by 36 Million Workless Washings - Bendix Laundrimatic Home Laundry Brochure
Brochure produced by Bendix before WWII started to promote their new automatic washer models which by this time have expanded to four models available. Models include new the Standard and Deluxe "Laundrimatic" machines as well as the older "Dial-A-Matic" Standard and Deluxe models. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Bendix |
1941 | 20 | 22mb | $8.99 |
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Guide to Workless Washdays with your Whirlpool Automatic Dryer
Owners manual and operting instruction book for the 1954/1955 line of Whirlpool Gas Dryers. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Whirlpool |
1954 | 16 | 10mb | $11.99 |
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Lets Cook Up a Wash from Norge
Here is a fabric and washing guide given with new Norge automatic washers in the late 50's. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Norge |
1958 | 23 | 6mb | $11.99 |
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Model 65 Instruction Book - The New Hoover Cleaner
Full owners manual and operating instructions for the Hoover Convertible Vacuum Cleaner model 65. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Hoover |
1957 | 16 | 10mb | $11.99 |
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Modern Packaging Magazine - September 1958
See the low-resolution preview of this document If you like vintage supermarket products, Modern Packaging Magazine is a fun look at how products were packaged in the 1950's. Lots of great packaging trade industry ads and articles relating to vintage products of the past! |
Trade Publications Published by: Modern Packaging |
1956 | 236 | 90mb | $12.99 |
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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.