VINTAGE OWNER'S MANUALS, SERVICE MANUALS, BROCHURES AND PUBLICATIONS
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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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1963 Hotpoint Appliances Catalog
Complete catalog of all 1963 Hotpoint major home appliances. Sections include:
Announcing the new Hotpoint Hallmark Range
Hotpoint Built-in Ovens and Crest Super-width Ovens Hotpoint Town and Country Built in Ranges Hotpoint Built-in Cooktops Hotpoint freestanding 30" and 40" Electric Ranges Hotpoint Water Heaters Hotpoint Electric Baseboard, wall and ceiling Heaters Hotpoint Built-in Dishwashers Hotpoint Food-Waste Disposers Hotpoint Refrigerator-Freezers Hotpoint Upright and Chest Freezers Hotpoint Room Air-Conditioners Hotpoint Automatic Washers and Dryers Hotpoint Coin-Operated Automatic Washer |
Full Catalog Published by: Hotpoint |
1963 | 24 | 52mb | $7.99 |
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1961 Kenmore Automatic Washer and Dryer Models
Service supplement showing all of the 1961 Kenmore washer and dryer models along with a description of features for each machine. Also mentions the '61 cabinet redesign which stayed with the belt drive washer design to the end. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kenmore |
1961 | 4 | 3mb | $7.99 |
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Maytag Gas Engine Wringer Washer Instruction Book
Here is an interesting find. It is the standard owners manual packed with every Maytag wringer washer from the early 1950s, except with this came the operating instructions card to operate a GAS Maytag wringer equipped with a Briggs and Stratton Engine! Models include: E2L,J2L, N2L, E2LP, J2LP and N2LP. |
Wringer Washers Published by: Maytag |
1951 | 30 | 11mb | $9.99 |
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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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Top Loading Automatic Washer Service Manual
Around 1962 Westinghouse introduced their first top loading automatic washer which was produced by Easy for Westinghouse. Then in 1965 Westinghouse introduced their very own designed top loader. This is the first service manual for these Westinghouse designed machines. Sections include: Features and images of each machine,
Parts Description, Installation Instructions, Cycle Charts show each models cycle sequences, What to do when, Parts Replacement, Washability, Wiring and Timer Diagrams |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1965 | 76 | 42mb | $7.99 |
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Frigidaire 1-18 Washer Parts Catalog
Here is the complete parts catalog which includes detailed illustrations of the order of assembled parts, their descriptions and original Frigidaire part numbers. Frigidaire Washer Models include:
WT4, WT2, WT22, WT1, WCIT, WIT, WIAT, WCDT, WCDAT, WAT. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1972 | 33 | 17mb | $7.99 |
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1979 Frigidaire 1-18 Tech Talk Service Manual
Here is one of the largest 1-18 service manuals ever produced by General Motors and it also happens to be the end of the line for the 1-18 washers. The manual goes into great detail about their new top of the line rapid-advance timer model. Complete specifications and control panel views for each model, full cycle charts, wiring diagrams and complete servicing information is packed into this 111 page manual! Models include: WDB, WDG, WC-5B, WC-5G, WC-6B, WC-6G, WC-7B, WC-7G, WC-8B, WC-8G, WC-9B, WC-9G, WIB, WIG, WCIB, WCIG, WEG. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1979 | 111 | 74mb | $7.99 |
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KitchenAid 17 Series Front Loading Portable Dishwasher Brochure
Beautiful brochure highlighting all of the front loading portable dishwashers available by KitchenAid during the mid 1970s. Full images and specifications included. |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1976 | 4 | 5mb | $7.99 |
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1962 Kelvinator Room Air Conditioner Brochures
Here are some sales literature brochures from Kelvinator highlighting the Spacette, Custom, Magic Mount and Giant models. |
Air Conditioners Published by: Kelvinator |
1962 | 8 | 12mb | $5.99 |
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Lets Cook Up a Wash from Norge
Here is a fabric and washing guide given with new Norge automatic washers in the late 50's. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Norge |
1958 | 23 | 6mb | $7.99 |
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Carefree Washing the Frigidaire Automatic Way
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions that was packed in Frigidaire's third generation automatic washer, model WL-60. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1949 | 52 | 23mb | $7.99 |
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1956 General Electric Room Air Conditioner Product Man
1956 General Electric Room Air Conditioner Service Manual. 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 | 41 | 22mb | $7.99 |
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Using Your New Frigidaire Filtramatic Electric Dryer
Here is the complete owners manual to the very first Frigidaire Filtrator clothes dryers. Models TR-60 and TR-60-2 |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Frigidaire |
1952 | 20 | 9mb | $7.99 |
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1955 Speed Queen Laundry Appliances Brochure
Here is a beautiful brochure for the 1955 line of Speed Queen Automatic Washers, Clothes Dryers, Wringer Washer and Ironers. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Speed Queen |
1955 | 32 | 60mb | $5.99 |
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Speed Queen Automatic Washer Service Manual
Here is the complete service manual to all solenoid controlled Speed Queen automatic washers from the late 1960's. Models include: A72, A73, A75 and A76. Sections include:
Dimensions and full Specifications, Home Demonstration, Service Procedures, Adjustments, Test Procedures, Timer Sequence Charts, Wiring Diagrams, Troubleshooting Charts and Service Helps. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Speed Queen |
1969 | 53 | 26mb | $7.99 |
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Easy Washes Then Dries In One Unit -- You Just Push A Button
Whimsical brochure with great illustrations and full specifications for Easy's very first combination washer-dryer introduced in 1957. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Easy |
1957 | 4 | 5mb | $5.99 |
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Basic Service Facts - Automatic Dryers
This is a fantastic beginners manual for learning how Whirlpool/Kenmore automatic dryers work. Covers both how the machine dires clothes as well as the major mechanical aspects of the machine and how those parts work. Sections Include: The Principals of Drying
Electrical Dryer Circuits Gas Dryer Circuits Keeping up to date with Automatic Dryers I highly recommend this document for anyone interested in vintage Whirpool or Kenmore automatic dryers. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Whirlpool |
1956 | 28 | 28mb | $7.99 |
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Consumer Bulletin - October 1962
For October of '62 Consumer Bulletin tests "Flair" style High-Oven electric ranges. In this issue they provide a full story and full ratings on their test results of the following models: Frigidaire Custom Imperial Flair, General Electric Americana, Kenmore Classic, Tappen Fabulous 400 and the Westinghouse Continential. Other interesting reports in this issue include: A further look at popular breakfast cereals, What goes into modern chewing gums?, Should you "dry clean" your car- or wash it with water, in the time-honored way?, Stereo FM (multiplex) adapters, Selecting a Shotgun, Tire gauges and "Runless" nylons. Also "The sun tan may be unfashionable one of these days. The danger of skin cancer will soon eliminate today's sun tan as a status symbol". |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Consumer Bulletin |
1962 | 44 | 49mb | $7.99 |
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Westinghouse Coin Operated Washer Brochures
Brochures and spec sheet for the 1976 line of Westinghouse commercial washers, both top and front loading machines. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1976 | 6 | 6mb | $5.99 |
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Beautiful 1958 GE Wall Mounted Refrigerator-Freezer Brochure
Here is a great brochure with beautiful illustrations and full specifications for GE's very popular wall mounted refrigerator-freezer. Eye-Level Accessibility. Just reach in a pick out the foods you want. Fresh and frozen foods are easy to see...easy to reach without stooping or bending! |
Refrigerators/Freezers Published by: General Electric |
1958 | 2 | 3mb | $7.99 |
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KitchenAid 19 Series Dishwasher Parts Catalog
Here is the complete parts list to all 19 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. Also include is the listing of available kits and accessories at the time these dishwashers were made. Models include: KDS-19 KDI-19
KDC-19 KDP-19 KDS-39 KDC-39 KDS-59 KDI-59 KDC-59 |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1981 | 43 | 15mb | $14.99 |
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Maytag Washpower Automatic Operating Instructions for model A606
8.5" x 11" operating instruction card that came with newly designed Center-Dial Maytag Washers. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1966 | 2 | 2mb | $7.99 |
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KitchenAid 67 and 68 Series Portable Dishwasher Parts Catalog
Here is the complete parts list to all 67 and 68 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: KD-67 KD-67B
KD-68 KD-68B |
Dishwashers Published by: KitchenAid |
1972 | 92 | 36mb | $14.99 |
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1957 ABC-O-Matic Automatic Dryer Brochures
Here is ABC's final automatic dryer line before they were bought by Kelvinator and the ABC and ABC-O-Matic brand came to an end. These are wonderful brochures with pictures and images of each model including both gas and electric models. |
Automatic Washers Published by: ABC-O-Matic |
1957 | 20 | 22mb | $5.99 |
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Your Promise of Freedom...Maytag Dependability Brochure - 1960
Beautiful brochure from Maytag showing off their brand new Combination Washer-Dryer as well as Maytag's famous dependable top loading washers and dryers. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Maytag |
1960 | 14 | 15mb | $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.