VINTAGE OWNER'S MANUALS, SERVICE MANUALS, BROCHURES AND PUBLICATIONS
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Maytag AMP Washer Brochures
Here are some beautiful brochures of early Maytag Automatic Washers. Models include: AMP, A3MP, A4MP, 121P. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1954 | 8 | 5mb | $5.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 6 days |
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1951 Apex Major Appliances Catalog
Here is a full catalog of all Apex Major Appliances. Dishwashers, Sink-Dishwasher combinations, Apex Wash-a-Matic, Apex Gas and Electric Dryers, Apex Fold-a-Matic Ironer. |
Full Catalog Published by: Apex |
1951 | 8 | 8mb | $5.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 6 days |
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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 | $7.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 6 days |
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1970 Blackstone Automatic Washer Service Manual
Complete service manual to the 1970 line of Blackstone washers. Models include: BA-502, BA-702, BA-902. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Blackstone |
1970 | 37 | 18mb | $5.99 |
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1956 Frigidaire Imperial and Deluxe Automatic Washer Brochures
Here are beautiful brochures from 1956 for Frigidaire's Imperial Unimatic and Deluxe Pulsamatic automatic washers. Full images and specifications are included. Unimatic Imperial Model WI-56
Pulsamatic Deluxe Model WD-56 |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1956 | 4 | 4mb | $5.99 |
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1955 General Electric Laundry Brochures
1955 was a big year for General Electric laundry appliances. Both the Filter-Flo system was introduced on their top-loading automatic washers as well as their first washer/dryer combo was introduced. These are beautifully illustrated brochures with full specifications included. Models: Washer: WA-750M, Dryer: DA-623M and Washer/Dryer Combo: WD-660M. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: General Electric |
1955 | 12 | 11mb | $5.99 |
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Electrical Merchandising Magazine - June 1953
Electrical Merchandising is a fun magazine to read for any collector or enthusiast of vintage appliances, electronics and other vintage home products. This highly entertaining magazine covered the retail sales and merchandising areas of Major Appliances, Small Appliances, Small Electrics, Radios, Televisions and other electric home products from the mid-20th century. This was the Life and Look Magazine of the appliance world, in the same large size 10x13 format. |
Trade Publications Published by: Electrical Merchandising |
1953 | 210 | 105mb | $12.99 |
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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 | $5.99 |
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1965 General Electric Washer and Dryer Brochures
Here are beautiful brochures highlighting the 1965 line of GE Washers and Dryers. Images and full specifications for each model included. Models include: WA-1250A, DA-1220A, WA-750A, DA-820A, WA-650A, DA-620A, and the Hi-Speed Gas Dryer: DG-4920A |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: General Electric |
1965 | 14 | 29mb | $7.99 |
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1960 General Electric Home Laundry Product Man
1960 General Electric Home Laundry Service Manual covering Automatic Washers, Dryers and Combination Washer/Dryers. GE's Product Man Service Manuals were produced monthly to keep service personnel up to date with new products, appliance specifications, appliance service instructions, troubleshooting procedures, older product repair and parts changes, installation instructions, customer complaints and recommendations, testing procedures, tools for repairs, wiring diagrams, timer charts, appliance history and evolution and other important information regarding their appliances. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: General Electric |
1960 | 48 | 27mb | $5.99 |
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1956 Washer Service Instruction Film Narrative and Service Manual
Here are two complete Kelvinator automatic washer manuals into one .pdf file. The first is the narrative to the "Service Instruction Film-Strip" on Installation and Disassembly. The second part is the complete Service Manual and Parts Guide to all 1956 Kelvinator automatic washers. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kelvinator |
1956 | 91 | 68mb | $5.99 |
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1976 Frigidaire Dishwasher Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all 1976 Frigidaire automatic dishwashers, both built-in and portable models. Models include: DWU-2, DWU-3, DWU-4, DWU-5
DWM-2, DWM-3, DWM-4, DWM-5. |
Dishwashers Published by: Frigidaire |
1976 | 68 | 40mb | $5.99 |
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1974 Frigidaire Touch-and-Cook Electric Range Service Manual
Here is the complete service manual to Frigidaire's first digital touch-pad electric Range! Full specifications, service and troubleshooting sections included. Models include: RCIE3-39CDW and RCIE-39CDW. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Frigidaire |
1974 | 42 | 32mb | $7.99 |
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1965 Philco Duomatic Washer-Dryer Brochures
Here are brochures for the entire 1965 line of Philco Duomatic Combination Washer-Dryers. Full images and specifications and machine price-list included. Special bonus, 1965 Philco gas dryers brochures are also included at the end of the document. Duomatic Combo Models include: CE-7F8, CG-7F8, CE-7F6, CG-730, CE-730. Dryers: DG-6F8, DG-6F4, DG-6F3, DG-6F2. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Philco |
1965 | 19 | 37mb | $5.99 |
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1966 Philco Duomatic Washer-Dryer Brochures
Here are brochures for the entire 1966 line of Philco Duomatic Combination Washer-Dryers. Full images and specifications and machine price list included. Models include: CE-7G8, CG-7G8, CE-7G6. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Philco |
1966 | 12 | 17mb | $5.99 |
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1957 Philco-Bendix Duomatic Washer-Dryer Owners Manuals
Here is the complete owner's manual and operating/use and care guide to all top-of-the-line 1957 Philco-Bendix combination washer-dryers. Model: CGR-C. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Bendix |
1957 | 40 | 45mb | $7.99 |
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Easy Holiday Automatic Washer Model AEG Service Manual
This is the service manual supplement created specifically for the bottom of the line washer model AEG. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Easy |
1961 | 26 | 18mb | $5.99 |
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Easy Velva-Power Automatic Washer Model Transmission Service Manual
This is the comprehensive service manual created specifically for servicing Easy's new Velva-Power transmission when it first introduced. The Velva-Power transmission was Easy's own design when they moved away from using a Beam style tranmission that was so common in Speed Queen and other brands of solid-tub automatic washers. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Easy |
1961 | 20 | 13mb | $5.99 |
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1966 Maytag Lets Talk Service
Here every Maytag service bulletin from 1966. These fact-packed bulletins are showing off the new line of Maytag automatic washers produced starting in 1966. These fact-packed bulletins report model changes, wash and dry cycle changes, service tips, new products being introduced, new parts, reports from the field, etc. Washers and dryers are both covered. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Maytag |
1966 | 63 | 44mb | $7.99 |
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1964 General Electric Washer and Dryer Brochures
Here are beautiful brochures highlighting the 1964 line of GE Washers and Dryers. Images and full specifications for each model included. Models include: WA-1250Y, DA-1220Y, WA-950Y, DA-920Y, WA-805Y, DA-820Y, WA-650Y, DA-620Y, WA-550Y, DA-520Y. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: General Electric |
1964 | 18 | 36mb | $7.99 |
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1961 General Electric Combination Washer-Dryer Brochures
Here is the complete brochure showing off the 1961 models of the GE combination washer/dryer. Models: WD-860V, WD-560D. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: General Electric |
1961 | 4 | 9mb | $5.99 |
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1984 Maytag Dishwasher Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all Maytag Jet-Clean Dishwashers from the early and mid 1980s. Models Include:
"00 Series": WU-100, WU-WC300, WU-500, WU-WC-700, WU-900
"01 Series": WU-101, WU-WC301, WU-501, WU-WC-701, WU-901 "02 Series": WU-102, WU-WC302, WU-502, WU-WC-702, WU-902 Microprocessor Model: WU1000 Full troubleshooting, cycle-charts, schematics and servicing information is included. |
Dishwashers Published by: Maytag |
1984 | 213 | 103mb | $7.99 |
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Maytag Automatic Washer model A212 Operating Instructions
Here is the complete Operating Instructions manual included with all Maytag A212 washers. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1983 | 8 | 7mn | $5.99 |
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1962-1987 KitchenAid General and Service Bulletins
Here is a collection of the majority of KitchenAid appliances General Bulletins and Service Bulletins. The majority of information concerns dishwasher with a bit of disposer and trash compactor information included as well. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1987 | 266 | 147mb | $7.99 |
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Westinghouse Terrace-Top Range Owners Manuals
Here is a set of owners manuals for several Westinghouse Terrace-Top Range in the 1960's. Models include: NTE3B, NTE3C, NTE3D, KTE3C, KLD30, KTB30A. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Westinghouse |
1966 | 48 | 34mb | $7.99 |
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Beautiful 1969 Whirlpool Automatic Washer Brochures
Here is the entire line of Whirlpool Automatic Washers from '69, including their relatively new large-capacity machine. Wonderful images and full specification for each of the following models: LTA9920, LTA8900, LTA8800, LTA7800, LTA6800, LTA6700, LTA5600, LTA5540, LTA5300 and LSA4700. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Whirlpool |
1969 | 30 | 42mb | $5.04 |
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KitchenAid 15 Series Dishwasher Parts Catalog
Here is the complete parts list to all 15 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. Also include is the listing of available kits and accessories at the time these dishwashers were made. Models include: KDS-15 KDI-15
KDC-15 KD-35 KD-55 |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1965 | 76 | 30mb | $7.99 |
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Norge Plus Capacity Automatic Washer Training Guide
Here is the complete training guide produced by Norge when they introduced their brand new line of large capacity automatic washers. Sections include: complete specifications for each model, cycle and water usage chart, parts and descriptions along with complete servicing information. Models highlighted: AWF-1530, AWF-1531, AWF-1540, AWF-1541, AWF-2550, AWF-2551, AWF-3540 and AWF-3541 |
Automatic Washers Published by: Norge |
1964 | 95 | 68mb | $8.16 |
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Let's Plan a Kitchen
Here is a super fun circular given out by the power utility company to entice people to replace their old appliances and update their kitchen and laundry. Its full of model kitchens with many different brands and types of appliances shown including General Electric, Hotpoint, Kenmore, Westinghouse and a few others that I'm not exactly sure what brand they are. See if you can name all of the brands in these pages and please let us know! |
Miscellaneous Published by: NSP |
1967 | 22 | 20mb | $4.99 |
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Use and Care Instructions for your new Frigidaire Washer
Here are the operating instructions that were packed with every top of the line Frigidaire washer in 1971. This is for model WIS, which was the very first 1-18 automatic washer produced by Frigidaire! |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1970 | 6 | 6mb | $4.99 |
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Norge Wringer Washer Operating Instructions
Full operating instructions for Norge wringer washers from the early 70's. |
Wringer Washers Published by: Norge |
1970 | 4 | 2mb | $7.99 |
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1960 Cosco Product Catalog
Here is a full color catalog highlighting all of the Cosco line. We still see many of these vintage products today at estate sales and antique stores in wonderful shape which shows the high quality of Cosco products. Catalog includes: baby cribs, bar stools and step stools, tables and carts, card tables and chairs, hi-chairs, strollers, etc. |
Miscellaneous Published by: Cosco |
1960 | 14 | 19mb | $4.99 |
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Apex Fold-a-Matic Brochure
Here is the brochure for Apex's Mangle Ironer the "Fold-a-Matic. Full images and specifications included. |
Ironers Published by: Apex |
1953 | 2 | 3mb | $4.99 |
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1954 Okeefe and Merritt Gas Range Operation Manual and Cookbook
Here is the complete owners manual, use and care guide and cookbook to Okeefe and Merritt gas ranges in the early to mid 1950s. Sections include:
How to light top burner pilots
Location of Safety Valves ( Natural or Mfg Gas) (LP Gas) To light or relight oven pilot ( Natural Gas ) To light or relight oven pilot (LP Gas) To light or relight high broiler (Natural or Mfg Gas and LP Gas) How to use your top burners How to use the Harper Center simmer burner For ranges without Harper Center simmer burners If top burner does not light How to use griddle How to use your oven Your oven control Operation of the O'Keefe & Merritt Automatic Oven Signal Light How to use your broiler How to remove the grillevator for deep broiling Use of the low broiler ( below oven ) Care of the broiler Care of porcelain finish Care of chrome plated surfaces Care of griddle Care of top burners and griddle burners Care of the oven Automatic Burner Control (ABC) (How to use) ( How to set) Instructions for installing and removing HI-VUE glass and flue deflector To remove HI-VUE glass To replace HI-VUE glass To clean reflector mirror To clean chrome vent deflector Instructions for removing and replacing oven glass i n HI-VUE models For easy cleaning under range How to use the automatic oven timer Your automatic oven timer Buzzer timer To use the timer for fully automatic operation After the cooking operation is completed To use the timer for semi-automatic operation After the cooking ope ration is completed Timed convenience outlet For semi-automatic operation Your automatic oven timer Buzzer timer To use the timer for fully automatic operation After the cooking operation is completed To use the timer for semi-automatic operation After the cooking ope ration is completed Tim ed convenience outlet For semi -automatic operation Electric signal timer If you have a hand-wound timer How to use your Temp 'N Time Control How to level your range Your oven light bulb Baking Problems and Solutions Cake difficulties Pie difficulties Cookie and biscuit problems Bread baking problems Miscellaneous |
Gas Stoves Published by: Okeefe and Merritt |
1954 | 52 | 20mb | $7.99 |
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1959 Philco Duomatic Combination Washer-Dryer Brochure
Here is a wonderful brochure for the Philco's first 27" combination washer/dryer. Illustrations and Specs included for model: CE-794. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Philco |
1959 | 4 | 39mb | $5.99 |
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Imperial and Deluxe 1961 Frigidaire Automatic Dryer Owners Manual
Full owners manual and operating instructions to Frigidaire's middle of the line dryers for 1961. Models DIA-61, DD-61 and DDA-61. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Frigidaire |
1961 | 16 | 8mb | $4.99 |
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JCPenny - Penncrest Automatic Washer Service Manual
Here is a rare service manual for JCPenny solid-tub automatic washers, the service manual is almost as rare as these machines. |
Automatic Washers Published by: JCPenny |
1970 | 47 | 24mb | $4.99 |
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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 | $4.99 |
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1969 Frigidaire Electric Range Tech-Talk Service Manual
Very comprehensive service manual for all 1971 Frigidaire Electric Ranges. Models include: Models included: RS-30P, RDG-35P, RDG-38P, RCDG-39P, RE-30P, RCIE-39P, RXE-39P, RS-1OP, RDG-20P, RCDG-71P, RDE-20P, RCIE-75P |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Frigidaire |
1969 | 112 | 62mb | $7.99 |
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A Tale of a Tub
This is an absolutely adorable book produced by the Chicago Museum of Science and Industry for the Tale of a Tub exhibit by Maytag. Descriptions of the exhibit along with Dick and Jane style illustrations are included. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1958 | 20 | 34mb | $5.99 |
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KitchenAid 16 Series Dishwasher Parts Catalog
Here is the complete parts list to all 16 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. Also include is the listing of available kits and accessories at the time these dishwashers were made. Models include: KDS-16 KDI-16
KDC-16 KD-36 KD-56 KD-56A |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1969 | 88 | 31mb | $7.99 |
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How to Use and Enjoy Your New Philco Automatic Washer and Automatic Dryer
Here is the owners manual to Philco's very first automatic washer and dryer. This machine is an agitator model before high frequency agitator design came out. This design was produced from 1955 thru 1958. The manual covers both the washers (models W-264, W-266, W-268) and the dryers (models DE-364, DE-366, DN-366 and DL-366). |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Philco |
1956 | 36 | 24mb | $4.99 |
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Maytag Electrical Testing Guide
This booklet shows how to do all kinds of electrical tests on Maytag Washers, Dryers and Combos from the late 50s thru the mid 60s. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Maytag |
1965 | 41 | 6mb | $4.99 |
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1978 Sears Kenmore Washer Line
Here is a brochure that was distributed in Sears retail stores showing off their entire line of automatic washers. Includes a nice write up on the Lady Kenmore model and shows off the Dual-Action agitator which was a Kenmore exclusive feature back in the 1970's. Also shows off the compact models as well. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kenmore |
1978 | 11 | 5mb | $4.99 |
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Bison Instructions and Warranty
Complete owners manual and operating instructions for the Bison Vacuum Cleaner. As the owner of a new Bison Home Maintenance System you can be proud and pleased to know that you have the very finest equipment of its kind in the world. Here at The Bison Company we have spared no effort or expense to incorporate into this equipment the best in design, materials, and workmanship. Your Bison will give you a lifetime of faithful service. The booklet you are now reading has been designed to help you know your Bison thoroughly, so you can enjoy the utmost value from your purchase. You may want to keep this booklet in your Accessories Box where it will be handy when you want to refer to it. We know you will enjoy your Bison ... and we welcome you to the big family of happy Bison owners. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Bison |
1968 | 32 | 21mb | $4.99 |
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New Vacuum Cleaners, Floor Washer-Dryers and Floor Polishers for every floor care need
Full brochure from GE for their early 60's floor care line. Images and complete specifications for each model included. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: General Electric |
1962 | 4 | 6mb | $4.99 |
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1975 Milnor Coin-Op and Commercial Front Loading Washer Brochures
Here are some brochures from Milnor highlighting their line of laundromat and commercial service front loading washing machines. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Milnor |
1975 | 6 | 7mb | $4.99 |
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Comprehensive Easy Washer-Dryer Combination Service Manual
Comprehensive service manual to most Easy Combination Washer-Units, from their first model in 1956 through the 1963 models. Complete specs, troubleshooting and service information inside. Models include: CDF, CDH, CDH-A, CDH-AP, CDU, CDK, CDK-G, CDK-200V. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Easy |
1963 | 161 | 92mb | $7.99 |
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Hotpoint Automatic Washer Operating Instructions
Operating instruction card for washer model LW245 |
Automatic Washers Published by: Hotpoint |
1962 | 6 | 3mb | $4.99 |
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Lets Get Acquainted with your new 1956 Hotpoint Range Ensemble
Here is the complete use and care instructions to the 1956 Hotpoint Customline Cook-top and Built-In Oven, along with the installation instructions and damage report. KNOW YOUR RANGE . It is wonderfully convenient and easy to use. With your favorite recipes or those in your Hotpoint Recipe Book, follow the simple instructions on this chart and you'll be delighted with the results. But first, familiarize yourself with the features of your range. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Hotpoint |
1956 | 6 | 6mb | $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.