VINTAGE OWNER'S MANUALS, SERVICE MANUALS, BROCHURES AND PUBLICATIONS
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Crosley Automatic Washer Use and Care Guide
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to the 1954 Crosley front loading automatic washer. Includes quick start guide at end. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Crosley |
1954 | 47 | 64mb | $7.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 5 days |
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The Maytag Art of Dependability Book
Illustrations on the following pages are of quality exhibits which are being, or have been, circulated through display cases in the Maytag plants and offices. These displays are used to inform employees how their own and other departments contribute to the quality of Maytag products. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1967 | 31 | 73mb | $7.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 5 days |
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1963 Westinghouse Laundromat Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all 1963 Westinghouse automatic washers. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1963 | 49 | 61mb | $7.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 5 days |
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1963 Westinghouse Clothes Dryer Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all Westinghouse clothes dryers from 1963. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Westinghouse |
1963 | 37 | 45mb | $7.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 5 days |
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Whirlpool Washer LAA5300-LAB5300 Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and use and care guide to Whirlpool automatic washer models: LAA5300, LAA5305, LAB5300. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Whirlpool |
1972 | 26 | 36mb | $7.99 |
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Very First Hotpoint Automatic Washer Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to the very first automatic washer produced by Hotpoint. Model: LC2 |
Automatic Washers Published by: Hotpoint |
1949 | 50 | 37mb | $7.99 |
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1949-1956 Hotpoint Automatic Washer Parts Catalog
Here is the comprehensive parts catalog which includes parts diagrams, part numbers and full image of each model of the earliest Hotpoint automatic washers. Even includes the rare window lid Hotpoint washer! Models include: 10LC2, 20LC2, 21LC2, 10-20LC3, 10-20LH1, 10-20LH2, 5LH7, 10LH7, 10LH8, 10-LH11, 11-LH11, 12-LH11, 10-LH12, 12-LH12, 10-LJ2, 10LH3, 10LJ11, 12LJ11, 11LJ16, 10LK1, 10LK2, 10LK11, 12LK11. 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. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Hotpoint |
1956 | 124 | 60mb | $7.99 |
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1967 Whirlpool Dishwasher Brochures
Here are some sales literature brochures highlighting the 1967 line of Whirlpool dishwashers. Models include: Built-in:
SRU-90, SRU-80, SRU-70, SRU-60
Portable: SRP-90, SRP-80, SRP-70, SRP-60, SRC-70 |
Dishwashers Published by: Whirlpool |
1967 | 12 | 34mb | $7.99 |
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1962 Philco Wonder Wash Agitator Brochure
Here is a super cool brochure for the 1962 line of Philco automatic washers. Full feature chart included. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Philco |
1962 | 9 | 6mb | $7.99 |
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Very First Staber Automatic Washer Brochure and Operating Instructions
Here is the brochure, installation and operating instructions to the very first Staber Automatic Washer. The Staber was a USA made horizonal access top loading washer, the first produced horizonal access washer since the 1947-1952 Launderall/Horton washer. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Staber |
1993 | 11 | 11mb | $7.99 |
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1962 Easy Ring-of-Command Automatic Washer Brochures
Here are brochures for the Ring-of-Command line of Easy Automatic Washers. The Ring-of-Command machines utilized a pull ring on the control panel to advance the timer time-line. Models include: ACL, ABL and ASL. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Easy |
1962 | 6 | 14mb | $7.99 |
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1962 Easy Automatic Washer Service Manual
Here the comprehensive service manual for the entire 1962 line of Easy Automatic Washers. Sections include: Specifications, Uncrating and Installation, Cycle of Operation, Operation of Suds-Saver system, Tools, Dismantling, Reassembly, Parts Replacement, Operating Mechanism, Adjustments, Troubleshooting and Wiring Diagrams/Schematics. Models include: ACL, ABL, ABL-S and ASL. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Easy |
1962 | 113 | 63mb | $7.99 |
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1975 Waste King Dishwashers Owners Manual
Here is the complete Use and Care guide to all 1975 Waste King dishwashers. Models include: 410, 510, 610, 710, 750 and 910. |
Dishwashers Published by: Waste King |
1975 | 44 | 33mb | $7.99 |
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Post-War Bendix Automatic Washer Brochures
Here are some beautiful sales literature brochures produced by Bendix to show off all of their post-war front loading and top loading "Economat" vacuum squeeze dry washers. Front loading models include both bolt-down and newer "Gyromatic" machines with suspension systems. Models include: G, Updated G, G1, G-312, B, S, B-212, H, N-602. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Bendix |
1950 | 16 | 23mb | $7.99 |
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1961 Kelvinator Automatic Washer Service and Parts Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to the 1961 line of Kelvinator "Orbital Action" automatic washers with Magic Minute. Full service, troubleshooting and parts information included. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kelvinator |
1961 | 83 | 113mb | $7.99 |
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Post-War Bendix Dryer and Ironer Brochures
Here are some beautiful sales literature brochures produced by Bendix to show off all of their automatic clothes dryers, both gas and electric as well as their mangle ironers. Dryer Models include: F, E-804 and E-805
Ironer Models include: D, J and L.
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Clothes Dryers Published by: Bendix |
1950 | 14 | 19mb | $7.99 |
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1960 Hotpoint Automatic Washer Service Manual and Supplements
Comprehensive service manual to the entire line of 1960 Hotpoint automatic washers. Models include: LW030, LW050, LW506, LW070, LW090
Also included are supplements produced throughout 1960 highlighting recommend service procedures changes and the introduction of new mid-year models such as the LW061, LW0616, LW025 and LW035. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Hotpoint |
1960 | 54 | 97mb | $7.99 |
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Which Maytag Are You
Big foldout sales literature brochure highlighting the differences between the all the Maytag automatic washers of the early 1970s. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1970 | 8 | 19mb | $7.99 |
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1982 General Electric Dishwasher Product Information Manual
This 16 page book takes a fascinating look at features and benefits of GE dishwashers. Models Highlighted: GDS2500, GSD1200T, GSD1000T, GDS980T, GSD900T, GDS900D, GSD600D. |
Dishwashers Published by: General Electric |
1982 | 16 | 14mb | $7.99 |
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1968 Whirlpool Automatic Washer Brochures
Here are some beautiful brochures highlighting the 1968 of Whirlpool automatic washers. Models include: LSA9925, LSA9920, LSA7805, LSA7800, LSA6805, LSA6800, LSA6705, LSA6700, LSA5605, LSA5600, LSA5405, LSA5400, LSA4505, LSA4500 |
Automatic Washers Published by: Whirlpool |
1968 | 14 | 65mb | $7.99 |
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1968 Whirlpool Gas and Electric Dryer Brochures
Here are some beautiful brochures highlighting the 1968 of Whirlpool automatic dryers, both gas and electric. Models include: LSE9920, LSI9921, LSI8901, LSE8900, LSE6700, LSI6701, LSE5600, LSI5601, LSI4501, LSE4500 |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Whirlpool |
1968 | 22 | 91mb | $7.99 |
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1971 Whirlpool Dishwasher Brochures
Here are some super fun brochures for the 1971 line of Whirlpool undercounter and portable dishwashers, both front and top loading models. Models include: SWU-100, SWU-90, SWU-80, SWU-70, SWU-60, SWF-100, SWF-90, SWF-80, SWF-70, SWF-60, SWP-90, SWP-80, SWP-70. |
Dishwashers Published by: Whirlpool |
1971 | 15 | 54mb | $7.99 |
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1974 Westinghouse Front Loader Washer Use-Care and Brochure
Here is a double feature, the Use and Care guide along with the complete sales literature brochure to the 1974 Westinghouse Washer model LT570P. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1974 | 8 | 14mb | $7.99 |
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1947 Dexter Automatic Washer Service Manual
Here is the service manual to one of the earliest and original automatic washers, the Beam made Dexter. This machine was very unusual as it had two separate full size motors, one for wash and one for spin! This is the comprehensive service manual to this early Beam design. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Dexter |
1947 | 62 | 80mb | $7.99 |
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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 | $7.99 |
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Automatic Washer Instruction Book
Complete owners manual and operating instructions for the Maytag Automatic Washer model 101P. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1955 | 36 | 16mb | $7.99 |
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Important Tips on the Use and Care of your Frigidaire Washer
Generic laundering guide that was packed with every Frigidaire washer model produced in the late 1960's. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1969 | 16 | 8mb | $7.99 |
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Westinghouse Center-Drawer Refrigerator
Here is a beautiful brochure for the very rare Center Drawer top of the line refrigerator from Westinghouse. |
Refrigerators/Freezers Published by: Westinghouse |
1962 | 4 | 6mb | $7.99 |
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1949 Kenmore Washer and Dryer Service Manual
Here is one of the earliest Sears Kenmore service manuals we have found. This covers both their 1949/1950 model washer (non-bolt down model) and dryer. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Kenmore |
1949 | 47 | $7.99 | |
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Milnor Heavy Duty Laundry Equipment Brochure
Interesting brochure on commercial/industrial automatic washers from Milnor. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Milnor |
1980 | 4 | 7mb | $5.99 |
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1974 Top Loading Washer and Dryer Brochures
Brochures and spec sheets for the 1974 Westinghouse Top-of-the-Line washer and dryer. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Westinghouse |
1974 | 6 | 8mb | $5.99 |
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Garry Moore Tells the Exciting News about the Norge Laundry Maids
Advertising book showing off what I assume is an demonstration done on the Garry Moore Show about Norge's new top loading washer and matching dryer. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Norge |
1952 | 12 | 8mb | $5.99 |
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1956 General Electric Home Laundry Product Man
1956 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 |
1956 | 102 | 37mb | $7.99 |
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The Hoover Constellation
Brochure for Hoover's floating vacuum, the Constellation, mode 843. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Hoover |
1967 | 2 | 3mb | $5.99 |
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1973 Westinghouse Dishwasher Service Manual
Complete service manual to early 1970's Westinghouse made dishwashers. Sections include: Feature Chart, Specifications, Installation, Parts Identification, Cycle of Operation, Trouble Diagnosis and Parts Replacements/Adjustments. |
Dishwashers Published by: Westinghouse |
1973 | 52 | 31mb | $7.99 |
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1953 General Electric Ranges and Cooktop Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual, operating instructions and recommended recipes for all 1953 GE Electric Ranges. Sections include: Introduction, Surface Cooking Tips, Pushbutton Cooking, Deep Fat Fryer, Your Thrift Cooker, Your Minute Timer, Baking Electrically, Two-Oven Cooking, Roasting Meats, Your Super Broiler, Oven Meals, King-Size Company Meals, High Altitude Cooking, Recipe Sections: Main Dishes and Soups, Vegetables and Fruits, Bread and Rolls, Cakes, Frostings and Candies, Cookies, Pies, Other Desserts and Sauces. YOU’LL LIKE COOKING ELECTRICALLY! It’s clean (flameless electric heat keeps pots and pans, kitchen walls and curtains shiny bright!) . . . cool (flameless electric cooking means no more hot, stuffy kitchens!) . . . fast (you cook with dependable electrical accuracy!) . . . economical (controlled electric heat means real cooking economy!) Your new General Electric Range brings you electric cooking at its very best. It turns out everything from breakfast-for-one to wonderful party feasts . . . and does it so efficiently, so economically! This booklet is designed to help you enjoy your new range to the fullest. It contains many practical hints for surface cooking, baking, roasting and broiling. Read it carefully, and keep it at hand for ready reference when you’re using your new range. The recipes in this booklet have been carefully tested by preparation in General Electric Ranges at our Consumers Institute in Louisville, Kentucky. They have been selected not only to provide mouth-watering treats for your family, but also to acquaint you with the many wonderful features of your new Range. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: General Electric |
1953 | 88 | 57mb | $9.99 |
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Never In All Your Washdays Have You Seen Anything to Match the New ABC-O-Matic
Whimsical sales brochure from ABC highlighting their new automatic washer, the model 50. |
Automatic Washers Published by: ABC-O-Matic |
1950 | 4 | 4mb | $5.99 |
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Westinghouse Home Laundry Demonstration Guide
Here is a fascinating guide to show dealers and service personnel how to demonstrate Westinghouse Laundry equipment to new owners. Demonstrations include the Westinghouse Laundromat (front-loading washers), Agitator Washers (top-loading Westinghouse washers produced by Easy), Electric Dryers and Wash-n-Dry Laundromat (Combination washer-dryers). Data includes full cycle chart for all of the machines! |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Westinghouse |
1962 | 24 | 19mb | $7.99 |
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Advertising Pack Number 1
Here is the first in a series of highly rare advertisements from trade magazines for Appliances scanned in High Resolution! This first one shows off beautiful ads for: - Whirlpool FSP-Factory Service Parts:
- Easy Combination Washer-Dryer
- Westinghouse Appliances - Hoover Vacuums and Small Appliances - General Electric Dealers |
Miscellaneous Published by: Advertising Packs |
1957 | 6 | 10mb | $5.99 |
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Kelvinator Washer Service Manual - 1955
Here is the complete service manuals to all 1955 Kelvinator automatic washers. Models include: AW-2 and AWV. Sections include: 1. Installation Instructions 2. Mechanical Operation 3. Electrical Components 4. Parts and Their Replacement 5. Lubrication 6. Complete Service Diagnosis |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kelvinator |
1955 | 36 | 26mb | $7.99 |
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1972 Blackstone Washers and Dryer Brochure
Here are some beautiful brochures for Blackstone Automatic Washers models BA-825, BA-525, BA-415 and Dryers BE/BG-525. Images and Specifications included. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Blackstone |
1972 | 12 | 30mb | $5.99 |
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1976 Frigidaire Dishwashers Brochures
Here are some beautiful brochures highlighting the 1976 line of Frigidaire Automatic Dishwashers, both undercounter and mobile/portable. Full images and specifications included. Models include: D-UD, D-UCD, D-UI, D-UCI, D-MCD, D_MI, D_MCI. |
Dishwashers Published by: Frigidaire |
1976 | 8 | 7mb | $5.99 |
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Service Manual to the Very First Speed Queen Automatic Washer
Here is the complete service manual to the very first Speed Queen Automatic Washer, this was the Beam Design. Models A10 and A11. Sections include: Timer Sequence chart, installation, Service Procedures, Adjustments, Test Procedures, Service Helps and Special Tools. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Speed Queen |
1952 | 23 | 22mb | $7.99 |
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1969 Westinghouse Dishwasher Service Manual
Complete service manual to late 1960's Westinghouse made convertible dishwashers. Sections include: Specifications, Installation, Explanation of Components, Explanation of Timer Cycles, Conversion to Built-In Dishwasher, Parts Identification, Trouble Diagnosis, Parts Replacement and Adjustment, Chemistry of Water, Dishwasher Problems. |
Dishwashers Published by: Westinghouse |
1969 | 68 | 39mb | $7.99 |
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1959 Speed Queen Facts of Superiority
Speed Queen produced their Facts Manuals to give to dealers and customers information regarding their products from the late 50's and into the 60's. These documents are filled with beautiful images, illustrations and full specifications. The 1959 version also claims to show why Speed Queen is a superior washer to the Whirlpool/Kenmore and General Electric designs! |
Automatic Washers Published by: Speed Queen |
1959 | 32 | 21mb | $5.99 |
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How to Plan and Give Parties with Personality
Here is a super fun, quintessential 1950's party planner and candy cookbook created by Thos. D. Richardson. |
Miscellaneous Published by: Miscellanea Documents |
1953 | 52 | 15 | $7.99 |
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Norge Dishwashers Brochures
Brochures for the line of Norge dishwashes made by D&M. |
Dishwashers Published by: Norge |
1967 | 12 | 19mb | $5.99 |
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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 | $7.99 |
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Proved by 36 Million Workless Washings - Bendix Laundrimatic Home Laundry Brochure
Brochure produced by Bendix before WWII started to promote their new automatic washer models which by this time have expanded to four models available. Models include new the Standard and Deluxe "Laundrimatic" machines as well as the older "Dial-A-Matic" Standard and Deluxe models. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Bendix |
1941 | 20 | 22mb | $5.99 |
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Hotpoint Air Conditioner Brochures
Styling, Feature and specification brochures for the 1957 Hotpoint AC line. |
Air Conditioners Published by: Hotpoint |
1957 | 10 | 25mb | $5.99 |
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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.