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1948 General Electric Automatic Washer Brochures
Here are some beautiful brochures for the 1948 line of General Electric automatic washers. The is the 2nd line models of automatic washers produced. The AW6 from 1947-1950 line featured an 1140rpm spin! These rare brochures have been saved at 600dpi for extra crispness. |
Automatic Washers Published by: General Electric |
1948 | 4 | 27mb | $5.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 2 days |
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KitchenAid 18 Series Portable Dishwashers Brochure
Here is a brochure that I haven't seen before, it's specifically for the portable models of KitchenAid 18 series dishwashers. Images and full specifications included. Models include: KDS-58, KDI-58, KDC-58, KDR-67B, KDD-67B. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1978 | 0 | 4mb | $7.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 2 days |
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1984 General Electric Dishwashers Brochure
Here is a brochure highlighting the 1984 GE line of undercounter dishwashers. Models include: GSD2800D, GSD1200T, GSD900D, GDS600D and GSD500D. Full images and specifications included. |
Dishwashers Published by: General Electric |
1984 | 8 | 5mb | $5.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 2 days |
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1947 Launderall Automatic Washer Owners Manual
Here is a very rare find, the Owners Manual, Operating Instructions Wall Chart and Warranty to the Launderall automatic washer which was the first horizontal access top loading automatic washer in the USA and possibly the world. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Launderall |
1947 | 23 | 9mb | $7.99 |
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Maytag Big-Tub Washers and Matching Dryers Brochures
Here are some very cool Maytag sales literature brochures highlighting their 1970 line of large-capacity washers and matching dryers. Models include: Washers: A906, A806, A606, A406. Dryers: DE906, DE806, DG906, DG806, DE606, DG606. Please note there is some relatively minor water staining on these brochures, but they were cool/rare enough to post anyway. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Maytag |
1970 | 28 | 24mb | $5.99 |
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1977 Frigidaire Washers, Dryers and Laundry Centers Brochures
Here are some beautiful brochures highlighting the 1977 line of Frigidaire Automatic Washers, Dryers and stacked Skinny-Mini Laundry Centers. Full images and specifications included. Models include... Washers: WD-A, WC, WID, WIC-A Dryers: DE, DG, DEC, DEG, DEI, DGI, DECI and DGCI. Laundry Centers: LC-115, LC8-3 and LC-3. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Frigidaire |
1977 | 12 | 11mb | $7.99 |
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1977 Frigidaire Dishwashers Brochures
Here are some beautiful brochures highlighting the 1977 line of Frigidaire Automatic Dishwashers, both undercounter and mobile/portable. Full images and specifications included. Models include: DWU-2, DWU-3, DWU-4, DWU-5, DWM-2, DWM-3, DWM-4, DWM-5. |
Dishwashers Published by: Frigidaire |
1977 | 8 | 9mb | $5.99 |
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1977 Frigidaire Cooking Appliances Brochures
Here are some beautiful brochures highlighting the 1977 line of all available types of Frigidaire cooking appliances. Full images and specifications included. Models include... 30" Electric Ranges: R-30, RG-35, RC-30, RCG-35, RE-36, RE-38S, REG-38, REG-38C and REG-39CD. 40" Electric Ranges: RE-47, RGC-45, RE-45. Twin 30 Electric Ranges: REG-637V and REG-639CV. Microwave Ovens: RCM-1, RCM-3, RCM-4 and RCM-6. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Frigidaire |
1977 | 14 | 10mb | $9.99 |
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Maytag 1966 Competitive Washer and Dryer Report
Maytag compares it's newly designed washers and dryers to: Easy, Frigidaire, General Electric, Hamilton, Hotpoint, Kelvinator, Kenmore, Montgomery-Ward, Norge, Philco, Speed Queen, Westinghouse, and Whirlpool. The purpose of this booklet is to better inform you of the comparison between Maytag and 13 other brands of automatic washers and dryers. It has been prepared from data supplied by the Maytag Product Testing Laboratory; every item and each statement has been checked for accuracy and validity by our Product Testing engineers. Model changes often come at varying times during the year. We have made every attempt to give you the latest information available at the time of the printing of this booklet. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Maytag |
1966 | 32 | 15mb | $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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1967 Easy Automatic Washer Brochures
Here are some beautiful brochures from Easy highlighting their 1967 line of Automatic Washers. This probably was their first year of variable-speed control machines. Images and specifications included. Models include: WA-355, WA-344, WA-322, WA-323, WA-321. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Easy |
1967 | 14 | 13mb | $5.99 |
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KitchenAid Portable Dishwasher 67 Series Use and Care Guide
Here is the complete owner's manual and use/care guide to the 67 series of KitchenAid Portable Dishwashers. Models include: KDR-67 and KDD-67. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1969 | 20 | 12mb | $7.99 |
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1956 Frigidaire Dishwasher Tech-Talk Service Manual
Here is the complete service manual to all 1956 Frigidaire Dishwashers. This includes extra supplements during the year. Models include: DWUW-Under-Counter Model DWFW-Free Standing Model DWSW-Sink Combination Model In addition, the following four special models were available: DWUW-1-Under-Counter Model With Primer Finish DWFW-2-Free Standing Model With Wood Top DWFW-3-Free Standing Model With No Top DWSW-4-Sink Combination With Stainless Steel Top |
Dishwashers Published by: Frigidaire |
1956 | 43 | 20mb | $7.99 |
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1983 Miele Washers Dryers Dishwashers and Vacuums Brochure
This is a German language catalog highlighting the 1983 Miele line of front-loading automatic washers, twin-tub washers, clothes dryers, ironers, dishwashers and vacuum cleaners. Models include: Washers: W756, W765. Dryers: T369C, T366. Ironer: B864E. Dishwashers: G530, G530U, G530I Vacuum Cleaners: S130, S236i, S225 |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Miele |
1983 | 38 | 38mb | $5.99 |
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1956-1957 Westinghouse Electric Range Owners Manuals
Here are the owners manuals to the 1956 and 1957 lines of Westinghouse Electric Ranges and Ovens. Manuals include main owners manual along with the special instructions manual. 1956 Models:
AH, AHS, BH, BHS, CH, DH, FH, EH
1957 Models: AJS, EJ, FJ, HJ, RJ, DJ, KJ, CJ, IJ, KJ With your new Westinghouse Speed-Electric Range you will seldom find it necessary to stand at your range and stir foods while they cook ... or to lift a lid to see whether the water has boiled away or whether the food is done. That's because electric cooking heat is accurately controlled. It gives you the same fine results day in and day out. No doubt, you have a fine reputation for your skill in baking. You'll be delighted with the wonderful results ... all without worry on your part ... from the Miracle Sealed Oven. Your Westinghouse Speed-Electric Range will do the work for you ... provided you do the necessary planning and thinking. Please read these instructions carefully. By doing this, you and your Westinghouse Speed-Electric Range will become wonderful cooking partners. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Westinghouse |
1957 | 56 | 21mb | $9.99 |
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1966 Maytag What is New Dealer Training Guide
When Maytag introduced their brand new '06 line of automatic washers and dryers in 1966 they produced this book to show dealers exactly what all the new features are of these newly designed machines. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Maytag |
1966 | 16 | 9mb | $5.99 |
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1983 General Electric Dishwasher Product Information Manual
This 32 page book takes a fascinating look at features and benefits of GE dishwashers. Sections include:
Benefits Customers are Looking For
Glossary Systems Monitor of new Digital GE Dishwashers Performance Flexibility Energy Monitor Chart Installation Information Premium Dishwashers Deluxe Value Dishwashers Dishwasher Model Comparison Chart Warranty Information Models Highlighted: GSD2800D, GSD2600D, GSD2400D, GSD2200D, GSD1200T, GSD940D, GSD900, GSD640D, GSD600D, GSD50D. |
Dishwashers Published by: General Electric |
1983 | 48 | 24mb | $7.99 |
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1983 General Electric Dishwasher Brochures
Here are wonderful brochures highlight the 1983 top-of-the-line of General Electric Dishwashers. Models include: GSD2500D the all Electronic built-in Model and portable dishwasher modesl: GSC902, GSC702, GSC402. |
Dishwashers Published by: General Electric |
1983 | 8 | 7mb | $5.99 |
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1983 Sanyo Portable Washer Owners Manual
Here is the owner's manual to the very first Sanyo portable impeller clothes washer. Also included is the sticker that was affixed to the washer when it was brand new. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Sanyo |
1983 | 14 | 3mb | $7.99 |
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1970 Maytag Washers and Dryers Brochures
Here are some wonderful brochures for the full line of Maytag Washers, Dryers and their portable machines as well. Models include: A806, A606, A407, A106, DE/DG806, DE/DG606, DE407, DG406, DE/DG306, A50, DE50. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Maytag |
1970 | 26 | 21mb | $5.99 |
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1967 Frigidaire Appliances Catalog
Here is a catalog showing off Frigidaire Appliances for 1967. Products include: Refrigerators, Food Freezers, Ranges, Built-in Ovens, Cooktops, Dishwashers, Disposers, Washers, Dryers and Room Air Conditioners. |
Full Catalog Published by: Frigidaire |
1967 | 20 | 13mb | $7.99 |
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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 | $7.99 |
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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 | $7.99 |
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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 |
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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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1975 Frigidaire Coin-Operated Washers and Dryer Brochure
Brochures highlighting the commercial line of Frigidaire Laundry products during the mid 1970's. Models WCD-M and WCD-MLP are solid tub rollermatic machines, the last full size solid tub Frigidiare ever produced. Model WC-M and DCT-M are the 1-18 style Frigidaire coin-op washer and matching dryer. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1975 | 6 | 8mb | $5.99 |
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1963 Case Bathroom Fixtures Brochure
Full color brochure showing off the full line of Case Bathroom Fixtures, including toilets, bathroom and kitchen sinks and bathtubs. The new "Look of Luxury" line. A distinctive selection of water closets, lavatories and bathtubs from the originators of one-piece water closets. |
Miscellaneous Published by: Case |
1963 | 8 | 20mb | $5.99 |
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Hoover Portable Clothes Dryers
Brochures for the line of Hoover portable dryers. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Hoover |
1975 | 4 | 8mb | $5.99 |
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1966 Frigidaire Flair and Standard Wall-Oven Service Manual
Full service manual to all 1966 Frigidaire built-in Wall Ovens including Flair Wall Ovens. Complete troubleshooting, servicing instructions along with wiring diagrams. Models include:
RBG-330K, RBG-335K, RBG-345K, RBAG-94K, RB-94K, RBG-94K, RBG-95K, RBG-97K, RBG-99K, RBTG-99K.
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Ranges/Stoves Published by: Frigidaire |
1966 | 88 | 52mb | $14.99 |
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Norge Washer Line Brochures
Beautiful Brochures for the line of Norge washers. Includes brochures for the very first "Plus-Capacity" perforated tub Norge washers! |
Automatic Washers Published by: Norge |
1964 | 12 | 20mb | $5.99 |
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General Electric Washers, Dryers, Combinations. Because They Are Special
Full brochure with images, feature explanations and full specifications for the entire line of 1970 General Electric Automatic Washers, Dryers and Combination Washer-Dryers. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: General Electric |
1970 | 16 | 15mb | $5.99 |
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1956 Hotpoint Clothes Dryer Brochures
Here are some beautiful brochures for the 1956 Hotpoint Automatic Dryer line. Images, features and specifications included. Models: LG11, LB11, LB12 |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Hotpoint |
1956 | 12 | 30mb | $5.99 |
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GE Textolite TOPics
Brochure for GE Kitchen Countertops. "A new experience in kitchen living with GE TextoliteŽ plastic counter surfacing years of wear...minutes of care". |
Miscellaneous Published by: General Electric |
1955 | 8 | 10mb | $5.99 |
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Imperial Mark XII Washer and Dryer Brochures
Great graphics in these brochures for the Top of the Line Imperial Mark XII Washer and both Electric and Gas Dryers. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Whirlpool |
1959 | 6 | 14mb | $5.99 |
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1951 Hotpoint Kitchen and Laundry Catalog
Nice catalog produced by Hotpoint showing off their line of Kitchen and Laundry Appliances. |
Full Catalog Published by: Hotpoint |
1951 | 8 | 10mb | $7.99 |
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The Effortless Kenmore Way To Dry Your Clothes
Full owners manual and operating instructions packed with every 1957 Kenmore Automatic Dryer, including the worlds first Lady Kenmore Dryer. The term Lady Kenmore was introduced by Sears in 1957 and used until the mid 1980's. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Kenmore |
1957 | 10 | 12mb | $7.99 |
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Getting to know your new Frigidaire 1954 Thrify-30 Electric Range
Full owners manual and operating instructions to all 1954 30" Frigidaire Electric Ranges. Models include: RT-38 and RT-30 |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Frigidaire |
1954 | 36 | 15mb | $9.99 |
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1958 Kelvinator Automatic Washer and Dryer Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual for all 1958 Kelvinator automatic washers. At the end is the service manual to the complete 1958 line of Kelvinator dryers. Also included is complete parts catalog for all '58 washer models as well. 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: Kelvinator |
1958 | 94 | 66mb | $7.99 |
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1956 General Electric Dishwasher/Disposall Product Man
1956 General Electric Service Manual covering Automatic Dishwashers and Food Waste Disposers. 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. |
Dishwashers Published by: General Electric |
1956 | 55 | 31mb | $7.99 |
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KitchenAid KD-14 Series Dishwasher Owners Manual
Complete owners manuals and operating instructions to all 14 series KitchenAid automatic dishwashers from the early 1960s. Models include KDS-14, KDI-14, KDC-14. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1960 | 24 | 14mb | $7.99 |
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1964 Easy Automatic Washer Brochures
Beautiful brochures highlighting Easy Automatic Washers with the Velva-Power transmission. Images of exterior and interior of each machine, full control panel views and thorough specifications for each machine included. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Easy |
1964 | 9 | 10mb | $5.99 |
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Hotpoint Washer and Dryer Brochures
Once again Hotpoint's advertising agency outdid themselves with these beautiful brochures highlighting the 1968 line. Brochures include the Duo-Tub model where you can wash two loads in different water temperatures at once. Also included is the Lady Executive model as well as all other models offered. Great images and hand drawn graphics throughout. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Hotpoint |
1968 | 18 | 30mb | $5.99 |
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1981 Maytag Washers and Dryers Brochure
Here is a wonderful brochure showing off the entire Maytag automatic washer and dryer line for 1981. This is right after the re-designed control panels were introduced. Washer Models include: A810, A710, A610, A510, A410, A310, A210, A110, A209. Dryer Models: DE810, DE710, DE610, DE510, DE410, DE210, DE110, DG810, DG710, DG610, DG510, DG410, DG210, DG110,. Portable Models: A50 (Twin Tub), DE50 |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Maytag |
1981 | 14 | 32mb | $5.99 |
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Beautiful 1956 ABC-O-Matic Automatic Washer Brochures
Wonderful and whimsical brochures highlighting the 1956 line of ABC-O-Matic automatics. |
Automatic Washers Published by: ABC-O-Matic |
1956 | 10 | 10mb | $5.99 |
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1981 Frigidaire Dishwasher Service Manual
In 1980 General Motors had sold their Frigidaire division to White Consolidated Industries. At that time the GM made dishwashers were discontinued and Frigidaire dishwashers were manufactured by WCI. This manual covers the new style J-Line Dishwashers. Models include: DWU-55J, DWU-44J, DWU-33J, DWU-33M, DWU-22J, DWU-11J. |
Dishwashers Published by: Frigidaire |
1981 | 53 | 33mb | $7.99 |
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1962 Automatic Washer Facts Manual
Speed Queen produced their Facts Manuals to give to dealers and customers information regarding their products throughout the 60's. These documents are filled with beautiful images, illustrations and full specifications. Great fun document, this particular original has a few pages that do have some minor stains, but text and images are perfectly legible and clear. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Speed Queen |
1962 | 16 | 8mb | $5.99 |
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Bendix Electric Duomatic Washer-Dryer Poster
Beautiful large-format poster showing off the first Bendix Duomatic combination washer-dryer. Lots of information given about this machine including the results from "Atomic Evidence and Scientific Tests" from the Nuclear Instrument and Chemical Corporation of Chicago. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Bendix |
1953 | 2 | 4mb | $5.99 |
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KitchenAid KD-16 Series Built-In Dishwasher Brochure
Beautiful brochure from Hobart highlighting the new 16 series built-in dishwashers. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1971 | 6 | 7mb | $7.99 |
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Modern Packaging Magazine - September 1958
See the low-resolution preview of this document If you like vintage supermarket products, Modern Packaging Magazine is a fun look at how products were packaged in the 1950's. Lots of great packaging trade industry ads and articles relating to vintage products of the past! |
Trade Publications Published by: Modern Packaging |
1956 | 236 | 90mb | $12.99 |
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1964 Frigidaire Electric Range Tech-Talk Service
Very comprehensive service manual for all 1964 Frigidaire Electric Ranges. Models include: RS-30S-64, RS-30-64, RD-35-64, RD-G38-64, RD-39-64, RCD-G39-64, RCI-G39-64, RS-10-64, RSD-15-64, RD-20-64, RDD-20-64, RCD-G55-64, RCD-71-64, RCI-G75-64 Service manual includes wiring diagrams. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Frigidaire |
1964 | 100 | 79mb | $14.99 |
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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.