VINTAGE OWNER'S MANUALS, SERVICE MANUALS, BROCHURES AND PUBLICATIONS
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1951 Hotpoint Washer and Dryer Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to the 1951 line of Hotpoint's washer and dryer. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Hotpoint |
1951 | 40 | 25mb | $5.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 1 day |
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1972 Waste King Dishwashers Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and use and care guide to all 1972 Waste King Dishwashers. Models include: SS/911 and SS/878. |
Dishwashers Published by: Waste King |
1972 | 40 | 12mb | $5.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 1 day |
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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 | $9.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 1 day |
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1961 General Electric Mobile-Maid Dishwasher Brochures
Here are some wonderful brochures for GE's portable top-loading dishwashers from 1961. Models include: SP-40V and SP-60V. |
Dishwashers Published by: General Electric |
1961 | 12 | 9mb | $7.99 |
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1955 Frigidaire Imperial Refrigerator Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and use/care guide to all 1955 Frigidaire top-of-the-line Imperial refrigerators. Models include: CIV-143 and CIV-115. |
Refrigerators/Freezers Published by: Frigidaire |
1955 | 48 | 24mb | $7.99 |
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1972 Beam Central Vacuum System Brochure
Here is a sales literature brochure for the Beam Central Vacuum cleaning system for homes in the early 1970's. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Beam |
1972 | 6 | 4mb | $5.99 |
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1986 AEG Washers and Vacuums
Here is a German language brochure highlighting the 1986 line of AEG front loading washers and vacuum cleaners. |
Automatic Washers Published by: AEG |
1986 | 12 | 9mb | $5.99 |
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1970 Speed Queen Washer Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to the 10970 line of Speed Queen Automatic Washers. This was the first models that used a reversing motor to shift from wash to spin instead of large solenoids like in the previous models. Sections include: Service Procedures, Adustments, Test Procedures, Service Helps, Service Procedures Unique to Each Model, Timer sequence charts for each model and Wiring diagrams. Models Covered Include: DA9103 DA9101 DA9043 DA9041 DA9011 DA9000 DA6223 DA6221 DA6220 DA6191 DA6123 DA6121 DA6120 DA6111 DA6101 DA6100 DA6073 DA6071 DA6070 DA3781 DA3780 DA3691 DA3690 DA3661 DA3660 DA3501 DA3500 DA3211 DA3210 DA3201 DA3101 DA3100 DA3080 DA3001 DA3000 DA1040 |
Automatic Washers Published by: Speed Queen |
1970 | 82 | 34mb | $7.99 |
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Corning Counter-Top Ranges Book and Brochure
Here is a look at Corning's glass top ranges, the first smooth-top electric ranges produced in the USA. Book shows features of ranges along with cookware that was included when you purchased a new corning range. Full color brochure at end of file as well. Models include:
Gourmet series Cooktop K-32CR and K-19BR
Built-In Oven O-24AT Family Series Cooktop K-35CR Double Oven O-24BT Full Size Ranges: R-30JB, R-30DB, R-30EB, S-30JB Counter Saver: CS-16x20, csP-16X20 |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Corning |
1973 | 28 | 13mb | $7.99 |
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1956 Bendix Tumble-Action Washer Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions for Bendix Front Loading Automatic Washer model WFG-D. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Bendix |
1956 | 36 | 15mb | $5.99 |
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1966 Maytag Automatic Washer Timer Cycle Steps Education Bulletin
When Maytag redesigned their entire line of automatic washers in 1966 they created this document to educate the field about how each cycle works on each model washer. This bulletin describes each step in all cycles of the newly designed machines. Models include: A106, A206, A406, A606, A806 and A906. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1966 | 10 | 3mb | $7.99 |
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1962 to 1974 General Electric Refrigerator-Freezer Service Manual
Here is the complete and comprehensive service manual to all model GE refrigerator/freezer combinations. Model series include: TBF, TCF, TDF, TFF. Major Sections include (with sub-sections): General, Cabinet Service, Electrical Parts, Diagnosis, Ice Maker, Custom Dispenser, Safety Practices. |
Refrigerators/Freezers Published by: General Electric |
1974 | 278 | 103mb | $9.99 |
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1967 Hamilton Automatic Washer Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all 1967 Hamilton automatic washers. Models include: WA657W1, WS657W1, WA757W1, WA757C1, WS757W1, WA857W1 and WA857C1. Sections include: Washer Facts, Washer Operations, Installation, Cabinet Service, Collector Tub, Suspension System, Transmission and Brake, Motor, Clutch, Pump, Water Carrying Parts, Controls, Electrical Parts, Circuits, Troubleshooting and Schematics/Wiring Diagrams. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Hamilton |
1967 | 58 | 33mb | $5.99 |
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1967 Hamilton Holiday Electric Clothes Dryer Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all 1967 Hamilton electric dryers. Models include: HE627W1, HE827W1 and HE827C1. Sections include: General Facts, Installation, Cabinet Service, Drum and Drive, Electrical Components, Troubleshooting and Schematics/Wiring Diagrams. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Hamilton |
1967 | 38 | 22mb | $5.99 |
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Maytag All-Pushbutton Dishwasher Owners Manual Model WU-600
Here is the complete owners manual and use/care guide to Maytag's top of the line dishwasher from the early 1970's. Model: WU-600 |
Dishwashers Published by: Maytag |
1972 | 12 | 7mb | $7.99 |
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1956 Philco Starflight Electric Ranges Brochures
Here are beautiful brochures for the entire 1956 of Philco Electric ranges. Models include: 4610, 869, 469, 865, 465, 464, 461, 367, 365, 363, 265. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Philco |
1956 | 26 | 20mb | $7.99 |
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1955 General Electric Wall Mounted Refrigerator Service Manual
Here is complete service manual to the 1955 Line of General Electric wall mounted refrigerators. Sections include:
Adjustments, Care, Cold Room Operation, Cycle of Operation, Description, Installation, machine Data, Machine Replacement, Nomenclature, Performance, Specifications and Features, Uncrating, Vacation Operation, Wiring Diagram.
Models include: LW11-M, LW10-M. |
Refrigerators/Freezers Published by: General Electric |
1955 | 41 | 21mb | $7.99 |
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1983 KitchenAid Stand Mixer Brochures
Here are some wondering brochures from the early 1980's highlighting the KitchenAid line of home kitchen mixers. Models include: K5-A, 4-C and K-45. Complete list of accessories available at that time included. |
Small Appliances Published by: KitchenAid |
1983 | 0 | 20mb | $7.99 |
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1960 Kenmore 80-Series Push Button Washer Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual to the 1960 Kenmore 80-Series automatic washer with the all push-button control panel. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kenmore |
1960 | 20 | 11mb | $5.99 |
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1987 Whirlpool Washers and Dryers Brochure
Here is the complete 1987 laundry line of Whirlpool full size, stacked and portable washers and dryers. The brochure contains all direct-drive Whirlpool washers and matching dryers. Models include:
Washers: LA3400XS, LA4400XS, LAS400XS, LA6300XS, LA5000XS, LA5300XS, LA5500XS, LA5700XS, LA6150XS, LA7700XS, LAJBOOXS, LA5380XS, LA5580XS, LA5800XS, LA7800XS, LABBOOXS, LA9800XS.
Dryers: LE/GZOOOXS, LE/G3000XS, LE/G5700XS, LE/G5800XS, LE/G6150XS, LE/G7800XS, LE/G9800XS. Stacked Models: LT4900XS, LT5000XS. Portable models: LC49000XS, LC4500XS, LT4900XS, LTSOOOXS. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Whirlpool |
1987 | 24 | 20mb | $7.99 |
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1985 Gibson Washers and Dryers Brochures
Here are some sales literature brochures highlighting the 1985 line of Gibson Washers and Dryers. Images and full specifications included. Models include:
Washers: WA28S2WS, WA2805WS, WA28D7WS, DE/DG28T2WS, DE/DG28A6WS, WA24P2WS, DE24P2WS, WA24S4WS, DE24A7WS, DE24A7WS. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Gibson |
1985 | 14 | 8mb | $5.99 |
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1983 KitchenAid-Hobart 20-Series Dishwashers and Appliances Brochures
Here are some wonderful brochures highlighting the KD-20 series of KitchenAid home dishwashers, both undercounter and portable models. Models include: KDS-20, KDP-20, KDI-20, KDC-20, KDS-60, KDI-60, KDC-60. Also include brochures for KitchenAid food waste disposers, trash compactors and hot water dispenser. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1983 | 22 | 17mb | $7.99 |
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KitchenAid 20 Series Dishwasher Training Booklet
Here is a fascinating 40 page book looking at how Hobart educated their sales reps to show off all the features and quality of the 20-Series KitchenAid Dishwashers. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1983 | 40 | 28mb | $7.99 |
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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 | $7.99 |
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Eureka 2300 Series Upright Vacuum Cleaner Owners Guide
Here is the complete owners manual to Eureka upright vacuum cleaner model series/2300. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Eureka |
1977 | 8 | 4mb | $5.99 |
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Fluffy-Clean Clothes with the Apex Wash-a-Matic
Full owners manual and operating instructions that was packed in all 6000 series (1952-1954) Wash-a-Matic automatic washers. These are the washers with the spiral-tub bouncing basket. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Apex |
1953 | 28 | 11mb | $5.99 |
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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 | $5.99 |
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1964 Hotpoint Electric Range Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all 1964 Hotpoint Freestanding Ranges, Hallmark, Built-In Ovens and Cooktops. Models include:
Built-in ranges and cooktops:
RF17 RF19 RF28 RFX37 RF38 RF48 RU15 RUX37 RU38 RU47 RU48 RU76 Built-in Ovens: RJ16 RJ38 RJ66 RJ84 RJBB RL36 RL76 30" Ranges: RB305 RB315 RB320 RB335 RB345 RB355 RB366 RB375 40" Ranges: RC420 RC435 RC445 RC455 RC456 RC459 RC479 Major sections include: FEATURE CHARTS GENERAL INFORMATION INSTALLATION SERVICING SWITCHES INFINITE HEAT CONTROLS THERMOSTATS ELECTRIC SUPERMATIC UNIT CONTROL AUTOMATIC ROAST TIMERS APPLIANCE RECEPTACLES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS COOKING TOPS CALROD®SURFACE AND OVEN UNITS RANGE BODIES STORAGE COMPARTMENT AND DRAWER OVEN DOORS AND HINGING OVEN LINERS ROTA-GRILL MOTORS RANGE SERVICE CHART |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Hotpoint |
1964 | 72 | 49mb | $9.99 |
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Electrical Merchandising Magazine - October 1957
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 |
1957 | 230 | 178mb | $12.99 |
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Kirby Vacuum Cleaner Motor Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive Kirby Vacuum Cleaner Motor service manual. Sections include:
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Illustrated parts list Checking motor unit Headlight (Models 505 through 515) Foot switch test and replacement (Models 505 through 512) Foot switch test and replacement (Models 513 through 515) Safety switch (Models 505 through 515) Motor brush inspection and replacement (Models 505 through 515) Motor unit major overhaul (Models 505 through 515) Disassembly (Models 505 through 515) Inspection and repair Reassembly (Models 505 through 515) Handle spring replacement (Models 505 through 515) Handle lock replacement (Models 505 through 515) Foot switch (Models 516 through current models) Safety switch (Models 516 through current models) Headlight (Models 516 through current models) Motor brush inspection and replacement (Models 516 through current models) Motor unit major overhaul (Models 516 through current models) Disassembly (Models 516 through current models) Inspection and repair Reassembly (Models 516 through current models) Handle spring replacement (Models 516 through current models) Handle lock replacement (Models 516 through current models) Field Coil Installation - Model 519 and newer |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Kirby |
1972 | 39 | 26mb | $5.99 |
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1957 Frigidaire Refrigerator Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to repairing and restoring all 1957 Frigidaire household refrigerators. Models covered: Super SA-81-57 S-80-57 S-104-57 S-124-57 Super Cycla-matic FS-101-57 De Luxe Cycla-matic FD-101-57 FD-102-57 FD-120-57 Imperial Cycla-matic FI-120-57 FI-121-57 Cold-Pantry Cycla-matic CP-123-57 CP-141-5 |
Refrigerators/Freezers Published by: Frigidaire |
1957 | 60 | 36mb | $7.99 |
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Westinghouse Speed-o-Light Electronic Microwave Oven Brochure
Here is a brochure for a very early built-in Microwave Oven brochure from Westinghouse. Model XM. |
Microwave Ovens Published by: Westinghouse |
1960 | 2 | 2mb | $5.99 |
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Service manual to the Westinghouse Combination Washer-Dryer WD-2
Here is the complete service manual for Westinghouse's second combo model, the WD-2 referred to as the "Wash 'n Dry Laundromat". Sections include: Specifications and parts, installation, cycle of operation, dry cycle components, electrical diagrams and charts, troubleshooting, thermostat checks and parts replacement. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Westinghouse |
1956 | 24 | 9mb | $5.99 |
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Hoover Floor-A-Matic Brochure
Here is a wonderful brochure for the line of Hoover Floor-A-Matic floor and carpet cleaning machines. Full images and specifications included. Models include:
3616
3614 5308 5498 5488 5168 and 5158. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Hoover |
1973 | 4 | 5mb | $5.99 |
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Electrolux Users Manual (Model LX)
Full owners manual and operating instructions to the model LX vacuum cleaner. This manual is filled with beautiful quintessential 1950's industrial art done in wonderful watercolors, it is by far one of the prettiest vacuum cleaner manuals around. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Electrolux Vacuum (now Aerus) |
1952 | 51 | 51mb | $6.12 |
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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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1961 General Electric Mobile-Maid Dishwasher Brochures
Here are some wonderful brochures for GE's portable top-loading dishwashers from 1961. Models include: SP-40V and SP-60V. |
Dishwashers Published by: General Electric |
1961 | 12 | 9mb | $7.99 |
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Frigidaire Automatic Washer Handy Reference Guide
This is the earliest piece of Frigidaire Automatic Washer history we have found to date. It is a handy reference guide given out to show how to service the very earliest Frigidaire automatic washer. Images show earliest design of tub and pulsator mounting parts, some of which were changed and modified within a year or two to the more common Unimatic parts used through the 1950's. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1947 | 34 | 12mb | $5.99 |
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1976 Montgomery Ward Washer Service Manual
Complete service manual to Montgomery Ward washer model UAN-6316A, made by Westinghouse. Sections include: Complete Product Descriptions and Specifications, Timer Cycle Chart, Installation, Servicing, Troubleshooting and a fun Service Quiz! |
Automatic Washers Published by: Montgomery Ward |
1976 | 80 | 54mb | $6.48 |
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Frigidaire and White-Westinghouse Front Loading Service Manual
Here is a Tech-Talk service manual produced for the WCI made Frigidaire front loading washers, models WF-2000C, WFIC and Gemini 2000. These machines are the exact same machines as the Westinghouse 3-Belt Front load washers that were made for decades. It is interesting to see these machines at the end of the run before the single belt Westinghouse front loaders were introduced. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1985 | 59 | 36mb | $5.99 |
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Workless Washdays with a Bendix Gyramatic Automatic Washer
Full owners manual and operating instructions that was packed with every Bendix Gyramatic washer in the early 50's. The Gyramatic was the first non-bolt down washer that Bendix produced for the home. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Bendix |
1951 | 32 | 17mb | $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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Information Packed with new Kenmore Top-Loading Portable Dishwasher
Here is the Opearting Instructions Manual and complete Parts List for Kenmore roto-rack portable dishwasher model 587.65510. |
Dishwashers Published by: Kenmore |
1965 | 24 | 18mb | $5.99 |
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1980 General Electric Washer and Dryer Brochures
Here are sales litureate brochures for the 1980 line of General Electric Automatic Washers, Dryers and portable washer and dryer. Models include:
Washers:
WWA8470V WWA8450V WWA8350V WWA8320V WWA8300V WWA7070V WWA7050V WWA5800V WWA5600V WWA7060V WWA3100V Dryers: DDE 4000V DDE9200V DDG9280V DDE8200V DDG8280V DDE7500V DDG7580V DDE5900V DDG5980V DDE5300V DDG5380V DDC0580V DDC4580V Portables: WWP1150V DDP1200V |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: General Electric |
1980 | 18 | 15mb | $5.99 |
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NOW... make washday a JOY, instead of a JOB
Users Guide and Owners Manuals for the '62 lower end model series 2430, 2420, 2410 and 2400. Illustrations, control dial views and full cycle charts included for each model. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kenmore |
1962 | 28 | 19mb | $5.99 |
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Rainbow - The Machine of Tomorrow - Today
Here is the full owners manual and operating instructions to the Rainbow Vacuum Cleaner model D3. "Only the Rainbow combines the principle of Hydrodynamics (water in motion) and Aerodynamics (air in motion) to assure a cleaner home and a mechanical maid of many uses. It freshens the air, while it cleans by drowning the dust and dirt in water. Everything in the home is cleaned just as the dirty dishes and clothing are cleaned- using nature's terrific water filtering principle... water washed clean." |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Rainbow |
1981 | 18 | 14 | $5.99 |
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1964 Easy Spindrier Brochures
Beautiful brochures highlighting the 1964 line of the famous Easy Spindrier. Images and thorough specifications for each machine included. |
Wringer Washers Published by: Easy |
1964 | 6 | 6mb | $5.99 |
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Marquette Mangle Ironer Brochure
Brochures for the Gambles cabinet ironer. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Marquette (Gambles Stores) |
1953 | 2 | 4mb | $5.99 |
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KitchenAid KD-16 Series Portable Dishwasher Brochure
Beautiful brochure from Hobart highlighting the new 16 series portable dishwashers. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1971 | 4 | 5mb | $7.99 |
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KitchenAid 5 Series Top-Loading Dishwasher Parts Catalog
Here is the complete parts list to all 5 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. Models include: KDC-5 (Electra) KDA-5 (Vari-Cycle)
KDW-5 (Vari-Cycle) |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1972 | 20 | 8mb | $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.