VINTAGE OWNER'S MANUALS, SERVICE MANUALS, BROCHURES AND PUBLICATIONS
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Hoover Comprehensive Vacuum Cleaner Parts Catalog
Here is an extensive collection of parts diagrams with descriptions of the parts and part numbers for many years of Hoover vacuums. 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 vintage Hoover vacuum cleaners. Models included in this catalog include: 12/14 28 29 31/32/33/34/35/36 41/42/50/51/53/55 61 62/63/64 65/66/67/68/69/70 82/84/84B/85/86/87/88 91 115 334 344 348 404/409 415 434/444/454 564/574 584 589/593 634 704/704-01/706/707/714 719/728 843/858 913/913-01 918 1010/1020/1030/1060/ 1070/1076 1100/1110/1118/1120/ 1130/1136/1140/1149/ 1151/1157/1170/1176/ 1178/U6003/U6007 1330/1340/1348 2000/2001/2010/2011/ 2017 2040/2048/S302l/S3023 2100/2110/2120 2200/2201/2204/2208/ 2210/2260/2266 2610/2720/2726 2800 2830/2836 2900/2901/2910/2911 2940 2941/2950 2951/2970 2960/2980/2904 U4001/U4019/U4021/ U4003/U4005/U4007/ U4009 S3001 S3003 S3005 S2003/S2005/S2007 |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Hoover |
1973 | 139 | 67mb | $7.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 3 days |
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1968 Easy Automatic Washer Brochures
Here are beautiful brochures highlighting the 1968 line of Easy automatic washers. There are Hotpoint (Chicago factory made) solid-tub machines. Top-of-line machine has variable speed control! Full specifications and control panel images included for each model. Models include: WA-455, WA-444, WA-423, WA-422, WA-421, WA-411. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Easy |
1968 | 16 | 17mb | $5.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 1 day |
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1968 Easy Clothes Dryer Brochures
Here are beautiful brochures from Easy showing off their 1968 line of automatic gas and electric dryers. Full control panel images and specifications included. Models include: DE-455, DG455, DE-444, DG-444, DE-423, DG-423, DE-422, DG-422, DE-400. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Easy |
1968 | 18 | 17mb | $5.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 1 day |
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1976 KitchenAid Bulit-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 | $7.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 1 day |
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1987 Maytag Washers and Dryers Brochure
Here is a beautiful brochure highlighting the 1987 line of Maytag washers and dryers. Models include: Washers: A712, A612, A512, A412, A312, A212, A112. Dryers: D712, D612, D512, D412, D312, D212. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1987 | 12 | 6mb | $5.99 |
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1969 Maytag Commercial Washer Service Manual
Here is the complete service manual first printed in 1969, with update through 1978 on the 1970's line of Maytag Commercial and Coin-Operated Automatic Washers. This is a fascinating look at the coin-op Maytag washers found throughout the 1970's in laundromats. Both the very common standard capacity washers and the very rare large capacity coin-op models are included! Models A17 (Standard capacity) and A18 (Big-Tub large capacity). |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1969 | 108 | 50mb | $7.99 |
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1985 Maytag Jetclean Dishwashers Brochure
Here is a beautiful brochure highlighting the 1985 line of Maytag dishwashers and food waste disposers. Models include: Dishwashers: WU1000, WU902, WU702, WU502, WU302, WC702-302, WU202. |
Dishwashers Published by: Maytag |
1987 | 8 | 5mb | $5.99 |
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1957 Speed Queen Automatic Washer Service Manual
Here is the complete service manual for all home models of Speed Queen's automatic washers. Models included: A18, A19, A20 and A20F. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Speed Queen |
1957 | 34 | 16mb | $5.99 |
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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 | $5.99 |
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1967 Kenmore Laundry and Dishwasher Products
Here is a wonderful brochure highlighing the 1967 Line of Sears Kenmore automatic washers, dryers, wringer washers, dishwashers and disposers. Also includes some standard repair parts and utility sinks. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Kenmore |
1967 | 13 | 10mb | $7.99 |
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1988 Whirlpool Automatic Washer Use and Care Guide
Full owner's manual to Whirlpool automatic washer model LA8800XT. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Whirlpool |
1988 | 16 | 5mb | $5.99 |
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1968 Montgomery Wards Washers Dryers and Dishwashers
Here is the 1968 line of Montgomery Wards Washers, Dryers and Dishwashers. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Montgomery Wards |
1968 | 6 | 17mb | $5.99 |
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1985 Maytag Stacked Washer and Dryer Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to the Maytag Stacked Washer/Dryer, Model SE1000 and SG1000. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Maytag |
1985 | 116 | 42mb | $7.99 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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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The Maytag Dependability Story
This is another wonderful and rare piece of history. It was produced to explain the many proceeses involved in producing an automatic washer, dryer and combination washer-dryer utilized at Maytag's Newton, IA factory. This large format book (8.5 x 9) is filled with 20 rare full size photos of the major processes in the factory along with full descriptions of what you are seeing, such as: Maytag wash baskets must be properly balanced so they will spin smoothly during the water extraction phase of the cycle. The balancer, shown in this photograph, will indicate on a dial just where the additional weights must be added to the balancing ring to provide the specified smooth spin. No guess work here; every Maytag tub is scientifically balanced. MAYTAG DEPENDABILITY means accuracy and precision in every step of the manufacturing process. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1962 | 60 | 37mb | $4.99 |
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Slide Show Presentation for the New 1968 Washer Dryer and Wringer Line
A fascinating presentation showing slides and suggested reading to to go with each slide on updates to the 1968 line of Whirlpool washers, dryers and wringer washers. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Whirlpool |
1968 | 32 | 28mb | $4.99 |
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General Electric Vintage Dishwasher, Disposall and Compactor Parts Catalog
Here is the complete condensed parts listings of all major serviceable parts for GE automatic dishwashers, food waste disposers and compactors from 1962 through the 1976. Each product is listed with part numbers for items such as timers, dials, pumps, detergent cups, impellers, spray arms, racks and silverware baskets, etc. 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 a vintage laundry product. |
Dishwashers Published by: General Electric |
1978 | 49 | 25mb | $4.99 |
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Hoover Portable and Slimline Vacuum Cleaner Service Instructions
Introduced in 1963, the Portable and Slimline machines were the first new "canister" style cleaners to be introduced in nearly 10 years. The Portable and Slimline cleaners are very similar machines in many ways, using the same motor. The motor is also essentially the same as the motor in a Dial-A-Matic, however the Portable and Slimline have a third fan in place of the belt-pulley. The Portable carried all of its attachments, and the Slimline was often advertised as one of Hoover's least-expensive cleaners. These service instructions cover motor removal and disassembly, as well as replacing the switch and servicing the cord-reel. Hose repair and the rug/floor nozzle are also discussed. These service instructions are from the late 70's, however they retroactively apply to all models going back to 1963. Also included is a parts diagram for the model 2100, the first of the Portable cleaners. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Hoover |
1976 | 12 | 7mb | $4.99 |
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How to Get the Best from your Dishwasher
Full owners manual and operating instructions to GE dishwasher models GSD2200D and GSD2400D. This is an early electronic/touchpad model. |
Dishwashers Published by: General Electric |
1983 | 20 | 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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1973 Kenmore Washer Owners Manual - 700 Series
Here is the complete owners manual/operating instructions to the 700 series Kenmore automatic washer from approximately 1973. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kenmore |
1973 | 36 | 27mb | $5.99 |
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1957 Spring-Summer Wards Catalog - Radio and Television Sections
Here are the electronic pages from the spring and summer '57 Wards catalog. Includes: Airline Television sets, Hi-Fi sets, table and portable radios, reel to reel tape recorders, ham radios, antennas and more! |
Store Catalog Pages Published by: Montgomery Ward |
1957 | 9 | 15mb | $4.99 |
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Westinghouse Laundromat Clothes Washer Service Manual
Complete servicing manual and wiring information for the new 3-Belt Westinghouse Laundromat washers. This manual focuses on models L-110, L-112 and L-114. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1957 | 44 | 37mb | $4.99 |
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1963 Blackstone Automatic Washer Service Manual
Here is a rare piece of interesting washer history. Blackstone had three generations of automatic washer design. This manual covers their second generation washers after they changed to an electrical timing system and complete solid tub design. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Blackstone |
1963 | 32 | 19mb | $4.99 |
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Beautiful Kelvinator Automatic Washer Brochure with Complete Service Manual
Here is an wonderful sales literature brochure for the 1955 Kelvinator automatic washer AW-2. Also included is the complete service manual for this model as well as model AWV. Please note that the mechanical section of this service manual is valid servicing the ABC-o-Matic/Kelvinator/Lenord washers through the mid 1960s. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kelvinator |
1955 | 38 | 34mb | $4.99 |
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Instructions for Servicing the Sunbeam Ironmaster Steam Iron
Full service manual for Sunbeam Irons model A-11 and A-12. Also included are the service manuals dated 9-26-69 entitled "Instructions for Servicing the Sunbeam Spray-Steam or Dry Irons" as well as manual dated May 30, 1970 for servicing Sunbeam Irons. |
Small Appliances Published by: Sunbeam |
1957 | 18 | 11mb | $4.99 |
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1974 Frigidaire Laundry Center Brochure
Here is the complete brochure to all Frigidaire Skinny-Mini Laundry Centers from the mid 1970's. Contains images, details and full specifications for each model. Models include: LCA-120, LCT-120 and LC-2. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1974 | 4 | 9mb | $4.99 |
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1958-1959 Westinghouse Built-in Cooktop and Oven Owners Manual
Here are the owners manuals to the 1958 and 1959 line of Westinghouse Built-in Ranges (Cooktops and Ovens). Models include:
Cooktops: PJ-66, PJ-68,
Built-in Ovens: OL-17, OL24, OLR-17, OLR-24 With your Westinghouse Built-in Range you'll enjoy a new degree of cooking convenience. You'll be delighted at the way your favorite recipes turn out-and you'll be equally pleased with the wonderful way your new oven and surface units take the work out of cooking. There are two styles of Westinghouse built-in ovens, as well as three different surface cooking units. This booklet illustrates all styles and gives detailed instructions on how to use and care for them. So, we suggest that you read this book carefully and familiarize yourself with the features of your oven and your surface unit. Then you'll know how to make the best use of them. As you may notice in the illustrations, the main difference in Westinghouse built-in ovens is the size. Westinghouse surface cooking platforms were designed for versatility-one platform has four Corox surface units, while each of the others has two surface units and separate remote control panel. But, regardless of which oven or which style surface units you are using, you'll get best results every time, if you follow the directions given for their use. And you can be certain they'll serve you a long, long time, if you care for them as suggested in this booklet. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Westinghouse |
1959 | 32 | 32mb | $7.99 |
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Service Manual to the Very First Maytag Automatic Clothes Dryer
Complete service manual to Maytag's very first dryer, model 60-W. Sections Include:
HOW IT WORKS CUT-AWAY VIEW OF DRYER SPECIFICATIONS SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM OF ELECTRIC CIRCUIT SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM OF OPERATION UNCRATING INSTALLATION CONSTRUCTION FEATURES DISASSEMBLY TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Maytag |
1949 | 23 | 8mb | $4.99 |
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Accessories for Every Hotpoint Range Give Profession Results
Brochure for accessories for the 1958 Hopoint line of Electric Ranges. Lists features and prices for the Coffee-Perk, Custom Cook and Server, Calrod Golden Griddle, Calrod Golden Fryer, Handi-Oven Grill and the Handi-Raise Broiler. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Hotpoint |
1958 | 2 | 3mb | $4.99 |
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Philco Service Automagic Electric Dryer Service Procedures and Parts Data
Comprehensive parts and service manual for all 1962 Philco Automagic Clothes Dryers. Models include DE626, DE624, 623 and DE625. Sections include Primary Service Data and Washer Specifications, Wiring Diagrams, Service Procedures, Parts List and Detailed Service Illustrations. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Philco |
1962 | 40 | 19mb | $4.99 |
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1968 Kenmore Automatic Washer, Dryer, Combination and Wringer Models
Service supplement showing the 1968 line of Kenmore washer, dryer, wringer washer and combination washer-dryer models along with a description of features for each machine. Also includes information on the new Veri-Flex agitator and what the settings are meant for as well as the new color on the combo washer-dryer called "Contemporary Walnut with Shaded Copper" - translation - wood-tone style. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Kenmore |
1968 | 15 | 11mb | $4.99 |
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Early Frigidaire Ironer Service Manual
Here is the service manual to the earliest Frigidaire Ironers, models IJ-20, IK-30 and IO-30. |
Ironers Published by: Frigidaire |
1949 | 20 | 22mb | $4.99 |
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KitchenAid KD-18 Series Dishwasher Service Manual
Comprehensive service manual for all 18 Series KitchenAid dishwashers. Models include KDS-18, KDP-18, KDI-18, KDC-18, KDS-38, KDC-38, KDS-58, KDI-58, KDC-58. Sections include General Information, Cycle Description, Servicing Instructions, Service Tips, Schematic Wiring, Timer Sequence Charts. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1977 | 45 | 28mb | $7.99 |
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Maytag Wringer Washer Service Manual
This is a comprehensive service manual for many of the electric Maytag Wringer washers made from 1933 thru 1957 and beyond. Serial number identification chart is included to help determine the approximate date of your machine. Full repair and rebuild instructions are included. Models included: 80, 90, F, 15, 10, 110, 18, 25, N10, A, 30, 32, E, J, N, E2, J2, N2. If you are looking for the gas Maytag wringer washer service manual please see this manual... Maytag Gas and Electric Washer Service Manual |
Wringer Washers Published by: Maytag |
1957 | 56 | 51mb | $9.99 |
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Beautiful Catalog of Small Electrics
Here is a generic wholesale catalog showing off wonderful small appliances from brands such as Presto, Dormeyer, Camfield, Waring, Knapp-Monarch, Nesco, Cory, Hollywood, Duralux, etc. |
Small Appliances Published by: Generic Catalog |
1955 | 33 | 55mb | $6.60 |
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No Room For A Washer and Dryer -- Size Up Maytags Porta-Pair
Wonderful brochure showing off Maytag's new portable washer and dryer set the Porta-Pair! Great pictures and full specifications included. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Maytag |
1970 | 8 | 6mb | $4.99 |
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Whirlpool Power Clean Vacuum Cleaner Training Brochure
Here is a manual showing off all the features of Whirlpool's great Power Clean series of vacuum cleaners from the mid 1980's. Complete information and specifications of all models included. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Whirlpool |
1985 | 12 | 21mb | $4.99 |
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Getting to Know Your New Frigidaire Imperial Electric Range - 1955
Here is the full owners manual and operating instructions to all top of the line Frigidaire electric ranges for 1955. Models include: RV-70, RV-70G, RV-45, RV-45G. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Frigidaire |
1955 | 52 | 39mb | $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.