VINTAGE OWNER'S MANUALS, SERVICE MANUALS, BROCHURES AND PUBLICATIONS
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1953-1960 Westinghouse Service Beacons
Here is a random sampling of Westinghouse Service Beacons from '53-'60. These are service bulletins that were released every few months on Westinghouse appliances. They include tips on servicing, new procedures and product changes. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Westinghouse |
1960 | 230 | 222mb | $12.99 |
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1961-1962 Westinghouse Service Beacons
Here is a random sampling of Westinghouse Service Beacons from '61 thru '62 These are service bulletins that were released every few months on Westinghouse appliances. They include tips on servicing, new procedures and product changes. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Westinghouse |
1962 | 268 | 176mb | $12.99 |
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1963-1965 Westinghouse Service Beacons
Here is a random sampling of Westinghouse Service Beacons from '63 thru '65 These are service bulletins that were released every few months on Westinghouse appliances. They include tips on servicing, new procedures and product changes. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Westinghouse |
1965 | 274 | 218mb | $12.99 |
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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 Published by: Kenmore |
1972 | 48 | 56mb | $14.99 |
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1954 Kenmore Washer Owners Manual
Here is the complete use and care guide to the 1954 Kenmore Automatic Washer. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kenmore |
1954 | 20 | 26mb | $11.99 |
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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 Published by: Kenmore |
1959 | 20 | 28mb | $11.99 |
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Electrolux XII Vacuum Cleaner Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and use/care guide to Electrolux Vacuum model XII. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Electrolux Vacuum (now Aerus) |
1933 | 36 | 43mb | $11.99 |
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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 Published by: Easy |
1967 | 60 | 72mb | $12.99 |
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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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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 Published by: General Electric |
1948 | 53 | $12.99 | |
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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 Published by: Maytag |
1961 | 21 | 19mb | $11.99 |
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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 Published by: Frigidaire |
1957 | 2 | 52mb | $8.99 |
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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 Published by: Whirlpool |
1957 | 42 | 66mb | $12.99 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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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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 | $8.99 |
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1956 Frigidaire Electric Range Tech-Talk Service and Parts Manual
Comprehensive service and full parts manual for all 1956 Frigidaire Electric Ranges. Models include: RA-3-56, RA-4-56, RD-30-56, RD-38-56, RDG-38-56, RD-12-56, RD-20-56, RD-25-56, RI-39-56, RI-45-56, RIG-45-56. Service manual includes wiring diagrams. Parts section shows all parts and part numbers. 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 vintage Frigidaire Range. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Frigidaire |
1956 | 94 | 70mb | $14.99 |
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1964 Kenmore Dryer Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions packed with every 1964 Kenmore Dryer for the following series: 800 70
600
31874 |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Kenmore |
1964 | 36 | 19mb | $11.99 |
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Speed Queen Coin Operated Washer and Dryer Brochure
Here is a unque Speed Queen coin operated laundry appliance brochure discussing the equipment and their Route Operator Program. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Speed Queen |
1972 | 4 | 10mb | $8.99 |
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Hoover Celebrity Canisters
Here is the brochure for the very first models of all Hoover Celebrity Canisters. Models highlighted: Celebrity Custom S3001
Celebrity Deluxe S3003 Celebrity Air-Ride S3005 |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Hoover |
1974 | 6 | 4mb | $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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1972 JCPenny Compact Washer Service and Parts Manuals
Here is the service manual to all JCPenny Compact Washers made in Japan in the early 1970's. |
Twin Tub Washers Published by: JCPenny |
1972 | 33 | 14mb | $12.99 |
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1954 Electric Range Clock and Dryer Timer Service Manual
Here is an interesting service manual that is intended for readers to do light repairs on their range clock/timer as well as dryer timers. Sections include: General Diagnosis and Repair, Timer Identification, Testing the Timer and Recommended tools. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: General Electric |
1954 | 35 | 10mb | $14.99 |
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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 | $8.99 |
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Absolutely gorgeous Hotpoint Silhouette Washers and Dryers Brochure
Here they go again with wonderful brochures from Hotpoint. This time it is the entire 1963 line of automatic washers and matching dryers. This brochure is not to be missed! |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Hotpoint |
1963 | 16 | 36mb | $8.99 |
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Kenmore's Very First Automatic Washer
This is one of my favorites. It is a Brochure available in Sears stores when they introduced their first automatic washer, in the late 1940's, produced of course by Whirlpool. The machine had no suspension system so it was necessary to bolt it to the floor or to a concrete block. Also included is the complete owners manual and operating instruction to this machine. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kenmore |
1948 | 26 | 14mb | $11.99 |
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Service Manual for Double-Loader Speed Queen Washers
Here is the complete service manual to all Double-Loader front loading Speed Queen washing machines from the early 1960's. Sections include:
Specifications, Operating Cycle Chart, Installation, Service Procedures, Adjustments, Test Procedures, Lubrication, Service Helps and Preventative Maintenance.
Models highlighted are 251 and 252. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Speed Queen |
1962 | 52 | 26mb | $12.99 |
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Gibson Dryer Brochures
Full brochures with images, features and specifications for Gibson dryers made by Franklin. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Gibson |
1974 | 16 | 22mb | $8.99 |
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Philco Appliance Supervisor Magazine - August 1959
Here an issue of the monthly magazine provided to Philco dealers and servicemen on the latest information out of Philco Corporate on their appliances. In this issue they cover: Special Philco Duomatic "M" models specifically for mobile homes. Installation of the Philco "Supermarketer" Operating the Automatic Surface Unit on Philco Ranges. |
Miscellaneous Published by: Philco |
1959 | 12 | 10mb | $12.99 |
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General Electric Comprehensive Part Number Guide
Here is a wonderful guide for anyone with vintage General Electric laundry equipment. It has many images and diagrams of all the major parts as well as the part numbers for GE automatic washers, dryers and combination washer-dryers from 1951 thru 1962. Having the right part numbers will make searches much easier. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: General Electric |
1962 | 38 | 24mb | $12.99 |
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1966 Frigidaire Flair and Freestanding Electric Range Tech-Talk Service Manual
Very comprehensive service manual for all 1966 Frigidaire Electric Ranges. Service manual includes wiring diagrams. Models include: FLAIR RANGES Models: RCD-630K, RCI-635K, RCI-645K FREE-STANDING RANGES Models: RSA-30K, RS-30K, RS-35K, RD-35K, RDG-38K, RDE-38K, RD-39K, RCDG-39K, RCIE-39K, RS-1 OK, RDD-15K, RD-20K, RDD-20K, RD-71K, RCDG-SSK, RCIG-75K TWIN 30 ELECTRIC RANGES Models: RD-637K, RCI-639K, RCJ-639VK, RCIE-639K, RCIE-639VK Looking for the parts catalog for Flair Ranges, please see this manual: Frigidaire Flair Parts Catalog Looking for a Use and Care Guide for Frigidaire Flair Ranges? Please see this manual: Frigidaire Flair Owners Manual |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Frigidaire |
1966 | 120 | 64mb | $14.99 |
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Leisure is your Washword with your Kenmore Combination Washer-Dryer
Now this is super cool, today's doctrine pdf file contains the packet of information that was packed with your new Kenmore Turbomatic Combination Washer-Dryer including the 33 1/3rpm record! Contents include: Full owners manual for both the Lady Kenmore and Model "50" combos in both electric and gas, Service Contract information card, Installation instructions for the electric model, Parts list for models 110.5910903 and 110.5910953, The record that was packed with every Kenmore washer, dryer or combo. The sound recording of the record is embeded with the record image on the last page so you can listen to what exactly was on this record! Simply click the play button at the top of the image of the record. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Kenmore |
1960 | 38 | 34mb | $11.99 |
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1957 Control-Tower Frigidaire Dryer Tech-Talk Service Manual
Here is the complete service manual to the 1957 models of Frigidaire clothes dryers. Models DI-57, DD-57 and DS-57, Di-1-57. Complete servicing, troubleshooting and wiring diagrams. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Frigidaire |
1957 | 24 | 22mb | $12.99 |
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How To Use Your Chambers Electric Cooking Equipment
Owners manual, operating instructions and recommended recipes guide packed with all 1956 Chambers electric ranges. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Chambers |
1956 | 24 | 9mb | $12.99 |
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1962 Norge Top Loading Dishwasher Owners Manual
Here is a very rare owners manual to an even more rare Norge top loading portable dishwasher. |
Dishwashers Published by: Norge |
1962 | 16 | 17mb | $11.99 |
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Basic Service Facts - Automatic Dryers
This is a fantastic beginners manual for learning how Whirlpool/Kenmore automatic dryers work. Covers both how the machine dires clothes as well as the major mechanical aspects of the machine and how those parts work. Sections Include: The Principals of Drying
Electrical Dryer Circuits Gas Dryer Circuits Keeping up to date with Automatic Dryers I highly recommend this document for anyone interested in vintage Whirpool or Kenmore automatic dryers. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Whirlpool |
1956 | 28 | 28mb | $12.99 |
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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 | $12.99 |
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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 | $9.99 |
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1959 Westinghouse Center-Drawer Refrigerator Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual pack with every Westinghouse Center-Drawer Refrigerator model RBD41. |
Refrigerators/Freezers Published by: Westinghouse |
1959 | 28 | 32mb | $12.99 |
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1957 Control Tower Washer Tech-Talk Service Manual
Here is the full service manual for all Control Tower Frigidaire washers, models WI-57 (Unimatic), WDU-57 (Unimatic), WD-57 (Pulsamatic), WSA-57(Pulsamatic) and WS-57 (Pulsamatic). |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1957 | 40 | 32mb | $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.