VINTAGE OWNER'S MANUALS, SERVICE MANUALS, BROCHURES AND PUBLICATIONS
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1961-1973 General Electric Perforated Tub Automatic Washer Technical and Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive 407 page Technical and Service manual to all GE automatic washers with the Perforated Tub and Filter-Flo made from 1961 through 1973. A great reference and a must for any GE washer collector. |
Automatic Washers Published by: General Electric |
1973 | 407 | 146mb | $14.99 |
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1965-1977 GE Automatic Washer Parts Catalog
An important document to have for any GE washer collector is this full catalog showing parts diagrams and part numbers of almost all GE washers produced from 1965-1977. Having the manufacturers original 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. |
Automatic Washers Published by: General Electric |
1977 | 422 | 142mb | $12.99 |
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1953 Bendix Duomatic Washer-Dryer Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to the very first combination washer-dryer ever produced. Full features, troubleshooting and service information included. Model: CCR |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Bendix |
1953 | 102 | 35mb | $12.99 |
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1950-1951 Frigidaire Range Sales Literature Brochure
Here is an absolutely beautifully illustrated Frigidaire range book highlighting the 1950/1951 O-Line models of Frigidaire ranges. Full feature descriptions and images of all ranges Frigidaire ranges available in the early 1950's. 58 pages scanned at high resolution for a beautiful document. Models include: RO-70, RO-60, RO-50, RO-40, RO-20, RO-10, RO-35, RO-30, RM-3 and RM-4. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Frigidaire |
1951 | 58 | 164mb | $14.99 |
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1968-1972 Hotpoint Automatic Washer Technical and Service Manual
Here is the complete technical and service information binder for all solid-tub Hotpoint automatic washers from the late 1960s thru the end of this design in 1973. A in-depth look at the Hotpoint Duo-Tub system is included. Models highlighted: WLW1020L WLW11OOL WLW11OOL WLW1600L WLW1600L WLW1600U WLW1600U WLW1630L WLW1630L WLW1630U WLW2020L WLW2020L WLW2100L WLW2400L WLW2400U WLW2600L WLW2600U WLW2600U WLW2600U WLW2620L WLW2620L WLW2620L WLW2620U WLW2620U WLW2625U WLW2630L WLW2630L WLW2630L WLW2630U WLW2630U WLW4800L WLW4800L WLW480SL WLW4820L WLW4820L WLW4830L WLW4830L WLW4900L WLW4900L WLW4950L WLW5000L WLW5000L |
Automatic Washers Published by: Hotpoint |
1973 | 163 | 56mb | $14.99 |
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1985 General Electric Built-In Dishwasher Brochures
Here are some brochures by GE for their mid 1980s dishwashers. Images and specifications included. Models include:
GSD2800D
GSD2600D GSD2200D GSD900D GSD600D GSD400D |
Dishwashers Published by: General Electric |
1985 | 10 | 8mb | $9.99 |
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GM Engineering Journal - The Frigidaire Rollermatic Washer
Here is a fascinating look at the design and implementation of the Frigidaire Rollermatic washer. 13 pages of this issue are dedicated to the design, testing and development of one of Frigidaire's longest lasting washer transmission. Other articles include:
How the Loudness of Sound is Determined When Evaluating Electric
Absorption Spectroscopic Analyses of Rubber Materials Short Range Telemetry System Provides Test Data on Rotating Parts Patent Searching |
Trade Publications Published by: Frigidaire |
1965 | 44 | 44mb | $12.99 |
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Use and Care Guide for Westinghouse Top Loading Washer LAJ450
Here is the complete Use and Care guide to Westinghouse Automatic Washer LAJ450. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1969 | 20 | 16mb | $11.99 |
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1959 Whirlpool Automatic Dishwasher Service Manual
Here is the service manual that includes Whirlpool's very first own dishwasher design. The original Whirlpool dishwashers were D&M models, but Whirlpool introduced their own design of dishwasher in '59 that was of the spray-arm design. Models included in this service manual include: Whirlpool First Spray-Arm Dishwashers: FU60, FU60-1, FU60-2, FU70, FU70-R, FU70-1. Portable Top-Loading D&M Impeller Models: FP20, FP20-1, FP50, FP50-1 |
Dishwashers Published by: Whirlpool |
1959 | 44 | 21mb | $14.99 |
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1966 Westinghouse Builders Catalog
Here is the complete builders catalog showing off Westinghouse products for 1966. Items shown:
Refrigerators
Space King Twins & Freezers Built-in Ovens Continental Ranges & Platforms Free Standing & Slide-in Ranges Built-in Dishwashers Water Heaters Compact Kitchens Food Waste Disposers Heavy Duty Automatic Washers, Electric and Gas Dryers Coin-Operated Washer and Dryer Cabinets for Kitchen and Laundry Commercial Institutional Host Products Type Y Year Round Air Conditioning System Room Air Conditioners Total Comfort System Cooling Heat Pump & Electric Heating Filtering & Dehumidifying Commercial & Residential Lighting Distribution Transformers Elevators Micarta® Countertops |
Full Catalog Published by: Westinghouse |
1966 | 32 | 26mb | $14.99 |
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1959 Hotpoint Automatic Washer Service Manual
Here is the complete service manual to all 1959 Hotpoint Automatic Washers. Models include: W910, LW930, LW950, LW9506, LW970, LW990. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Hotpoint |
1959 | 36 | 67mb | $12.99 |
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1963-1964 Frigidaire Commercial Washer Service Manual
Here is the service manual to the very last Frigidaire washer with the Unimatic transmission. This was a unique machine as it still utilized the Unimatic with the new larger 12lb tub. The 1964 version was also produced with the new Deep-Action agitator. Models include: WCOF and WCOF-LP (LP = "less pump" for the gravity drain model). |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1963 | 80 | 108mb | $12.99 |
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1949 ABC-O-Matic Automatic Washer Service Manual
Here is the service manual produced by the Altofer Brothers Company for their very first automatic washer, the model 50. |
Automatic Washers Published by: ABC-O-Matic |
1949 | 45 | 39mb | $12.99 |
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1953 General Electric Automatic Washer Service Manual
Here is the service manual for GE's K line of automatic washers. Models include: WA650K1 and WA450K1. |
Automatic Washers Published by: General Electric |
1953 | 35 | 16mb | $12.99 |
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1958 Maytag Commercial Washer and Dryer Service and Parts Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to the very first Maytag coin-operated commercial washers and dryers. Models covered: 123CM, 66CM and 76CM. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Maytag |
1958 | 136 | 175mb | $14.99 |
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1961 Philco Duomatic Owners Manual
Full owners manual packed with every 1961 Philco Duomatic electric combination washer/dryer. Models include: CE-716 and CE-714. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Philco |
1961 | 56 | 45mb | $11.99 |
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1971 Frigidaire Commercial Washer Service Manual
Here is the first and comprehensive service manual introducing the completely redesigned Frigidaire coin-operated washers. Two models include WCS-M which is the first larger capacity, perforated tub Frigidaire commercial washer rated at 16lb as the fill level was set only to bottom of the last agitator cone. The other model WCDS-M which is the last of the Frigidaire solid tub washers, which is a solid-tub set in the 1/18 outer tub with the 1/18 transmission and suspension system. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1971 | 92 | 145mb | $14.99 |
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1995 Frigidaire Laundry Appliances Brochure
Here is a full brochure showing off the WCI made Frigidaire line of automatic washers and dryers from the mid 1990's. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Frigidaire |
1995 | 0 | 41mb | $8.99 |
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1972 Hotpoint Dishwasher Use and Care Guide
Here is the use and care guide to the 1972 line of Hotpoint Dishwashers. |
Dishwashers Published by: Hotpoint |
1972 | 16 | 17mb | $11.99 |
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1958 Hotpoint Automatic Washer Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all 1958 Hotpoint automatic washers. 1958 was the first year Hotpoint introduced their new Co-Axial transmission. Models include:
10LW40, 10LW43, 10LW44, 10LWS44, 10LW45, 10LWW45 |
Automatic Washers Published by: Hotpoint |
1958 | 40 | 91mb | $12.99 |
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1987 Gibson Washers and Dryers Brochure
Sales literature brochure for the 1987 line of Gibson washers and dryers. Models include:
WASHER: WA28F2WT WA28M2WT WA28M4WT WA28M6WT
DRYER: DE/DG28T3WT DE/DG28ASWT DE/DG28A7WT |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Gibson |
1987 | 8 | 19mb | $8.99 |
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1935-1955 Easy Spin-Dryer Washer Parts Catalog
Here is a fascinating look at the early history of the Easy Spin-Dryer washers from what appears to be the very first model all the way through the mid 1950's. Different wash methods and agitators were designed as well as solid tub and perforated tub spinners. |
Twin Tub Washers Published by: Easy |
1955 | 107 | 78mb | $14.99 |
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1954-1955 Norge Automatic Washer Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to the '54 and '55 line of Norge automatic washers. Models include: AW-450, AW-452, AW-420, AW-410, AW-405 and AW-423. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Norge |
1954 | 33 | 23mb | $11.99 |
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1969 Norge Automatic Washer Owners Manual
Here is the complete Use and Care guide along with the Washing Guide for Norge automatic washer model AWK1820. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Norge |
1969 | 48 | 57mb | $11.99 |
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1949-1950 General Electric Heating Appliances Catalog
Here is a beautifully illistrated catalog showing many of General Electric's small appliances including Triple Beat Mixers, Coffee Makers, Toasters, Irons, Automatic Roasters, Waffle Makers and Sandwich Grills. |
Small Appliances Published by: General Electric |
1949 | 25 | 90mb | $8.99 |
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1961 General Electric Home Buyers Guide
Here is a 8.5" x 3.8" catalog showing off all of GE's new major appliances for new home owners. Products include Combination Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposalls, Deluxe Built-In Ovens, Custom Automatic Built-In Ovens, Built-in Cook 'n Hood Combinations, Cooktops, Mark 27 Built in Ranges, Heating and Cooling Equipment, Room Air Conditioners, Central AC, Heat Pumps, Refrigerator-Freezers, Frost Guard Freezers, Water Heaters, Electric Ranges, newly designed 1961 Filter-Flo Automatic Washers and Matching Hi-Speed Dryers. |
Full Catalog Published by: General Electric |
1961 | 24 | 11mb | $8.99 |
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Automatic Washer Service Manual
Complete service manual to all Norge top-loading automatic washers from 1951-1957. This manual however is valid for most Norge solid-tub washers through the 60s with regards to transmission, pump, motor and other mechanical parts. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Norge |
1957 | 89 | 64mb | $12.99 |
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How to Use and Enjoy Your New 1964 Kenmore Automatic Washer
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions packed with every '64 Lady Kenmore Automatic Washer. Series covered include the Lady Kenmore, 70, 500 and 400 as well. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kenmore |
1964 | 44 | 29mb | $11.99 |
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Guide to Better Washing With Your Speed Queen Wringer Washer
Here is the 32 page washing guide that was packed with Speed Queen Wringer Washers in the late 1970's and early 1980's. Actual Operating Instructions are located here: |
Wringer Washers Published by: Speed Queen |
1982 | 32 | 17mb | $12.99 |
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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, CG-730, CE-730. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Philco |
1966 | 16 | 21mb | $8.99 |
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1956 Kelvinator Food-A-Rama/Refrigerator-Freezer Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all 1956 Kelvinator Refrigerator-Freezers. Sections include: Refrigerator Cabinets, Refrigerating Systems, General Service, Diagnosis and Specifications Models covered: K47F-10, K67F-12 K68F-12, K69F-13 and the FOOD-A-RAMA K89F-16. |
Refrigerators/Freezers Published by: Kelvinator |
1956 | 40 | 29mb | $14.99 |
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1967 Philco Top-Loading Portable Dishwasher Service Manual
Comprehensive parts and service manual for 1967 Philco Top-Loading Portable Dishwashers. Models include: KP12G2, KP14G4 and KP18G6. Sections include Installation and Full Specifications, Timer Sequence Charts, Wiring Diagrams, Service Procedures, Trouble-shooting, Parts Lists and Detailed Service Illustrations. |
Dishwashers Published by: Philco |
1967 | 52 | 27mb | $12.99 |
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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 | $12.99 |
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Operating Instructions and The Laundry Primer
Owners Manual, Operating Instructions, Installation Instructions and detergent information for top of the line Imperial Mark XII Whirlpool washers Models LPA 992-0; LPA 992-5 (with SUDS-MISER® system ). |
Automatic Washers Published by: Whirlpool |
1966 | 27 | 29mb | $11.99 |
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Advertising Pack Number 2
Here is the second in a series of highly rare advertisements from trade magazines for Appliances scanned in High Resolution! This second one shows off beautiful ads for RCA-Whirlpool: - Automatic Washers
- Refrigerators
- Combination Washer-Dryer - Freezers |
Miscellaneous Published by: Advertising Packs |
1957 | 7 | 13mb | $8.99 |
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1975 Whirlpool Builders Catalog
This is the complete contractor and builder catalog for professionals to pick out new appliances in their residential building projects. Whirlpool Appliances included: Electric built-in cook tops Electric built-in ovens Electric set-in ranges Trash Masher compactor Free-standing ranges Range exhaust hoods Food waste disposers Automatic ice maker Built-in dishwashers Therm-O-Wall air conditioners Through-the-wall air conditioners Domestic laundry products Commercial laundry products Refrigerators |
Full Catalog Published by: Whirlpool |
1975 | 20 | 54mb | $8.99 |
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Hoover Constellation Model 84 Owners Manual
Full owners manual and operating instructions for the Hoover Constellation Model 84. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Hoover |
1956 | 16 | 7mb | $11.99 |
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1955 Kelvinator Food-a-Rama Brochure
Here is a wonderful brochure highlighting the 1955 Kelvinator Food-a-Rama Refrigerator-Freezer. Full images and specifications included. |
Refrigerators/Freezers Published by: Kelvinator |
1956 | 4 | 6mb | $8.99 |
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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 | $12.99 |
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Instructions for the Use and Care of the Hoover Electric Cleaner Model 450
Full owners manual for the Hoover model 450 upright vacuum cleaner. Includes instructions for the Hoover Dustette as well. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Hoover |
1933 | 16 | 13mb | $11.99 |
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Welbilt Gas and Electric Ranges plus Under-Counter Dishwashers Brochure
Here is a sales literature brochure from Welbilt highlighting their line of gas and electric ranges plus their line of dishwashers in the mid 1980s. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Welbilt |
1984 | 8 | 9mb | $8.99 |
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1968 Co-Op-Franklin Automatic Washer Parts Manual
Here is a rare service manual for all 1968 Franklin made Cop-Op automatic washers. Sections include specifications, repair diagnosis and procedures, timer sequence charts and wiring diagrams. All 1968 models included - 8BW, 8BWC, 8XBW, 8GW, 8LW. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Co-Op |
1968 | 14 | 5mb | $12.99 |
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Ronson Ron-matic Foodmatic Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual to the Ronson Foodmatic system. Sections include: Your Foodmatic
Foodmatic Attachments
Power Module Mixers, Beaters and Bowls Food Processor Blender Knife and Scissors Sharpener Meat Grinder Ice Crusher Coffee Mill Stirring Cooker Deep Fry Basket Ice Cream Maker Custom Molded Trays and Slides Service |
Small Appliances Published by: Ronson |
1974 | 40 | 17mb | $11.99 |
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Beautiful 1955 Hamilton Automatic Washer Brochures
Wonderful brochures highlighting the 1955 line of Hamilton Automatic Washers. Models include: 332, 232 and 212. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Hamilton |
1955 | 6 | 9mb | $8.99 |
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1968 Whirlpool Coin-Operated Washers and Dryers Brochures
Here are some really rare brochures for coin-operated washers made by Whirlpool. Full images specifications included for each machine. Models include...
Washers: CSA2000, CSA1000
Dryers: CSE2000, CSI2001, CSI1001. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Whirlpool |
1968 | 10 | 48mb | $8.99 |
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Hotpoint Customline Colortone Modular Kitchens
Brochure for Hotpoint's drop in modular kitchens. |
Miscellaneous Published by: Hotpoint |
1958 | 6 | 12mb | $8.99 |
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Apex Sprial Dasher Agitator automatic washer Service Manual
Very rare service manual showing mechanical details and specifications for Apex's back and forth agitator washer design. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Apex |
1956 | 30 | 15mb | $12.99 |
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Consumer Bulletin Magazine - June 1959
Consumer Bulletin was a highly respected consumer product information magazine from the 1930's onward. It was the main competitor to Consumer Reports from the 1930's through the 1960's. Articles on Products and Ratings in this issue include:
Full discussion and ratings of 17 1959 Vacuum Cleaners
14 Percolators and the Sunbeam Coffeemaster Vacuum coffee maker, 6 failed electrical tests!
Regular Features Include:
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Trade Publications Published by: Consumer Bulletin |
1959 | 40 | 34mb | $8.99 |
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Hoover Spin-Drying Washers
Brochures for the entire line of Hoover Spin-Dryer Twin Tub washers. |
Twin Tub Washers Published by: Hoover |
1978 | 6 | 8mb | $8.99 |
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The New Design of Dependability
Absolutely beautiful large format book showing off the features of GE's Filter-Flo washers. |
Automatic Washers Published by: General Electric |
1964 | 12 | 14mb | $8.99 |
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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.