VINTAGE OWNER'S MANUALS, SERVICE MANUALS, BROCHURES AND PUBLICATIONS
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1950 Westinghouse Laundromat Brochure
Here is a beautiful brochure from Westinghouse showing off their new 1950 model Laundromat model L-5. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1950 | 16 | 42mb | $8.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 3 days |
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1957 Speed Queen Washer Operating Instructions and Brochure
Complete sales literature brochure as well the operating instruction guide to 1957 Speed Queen automatic washer models A18 and A19. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Speed Queen |
1957 | 8 | 23mb | $11.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 3 days |
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1987 Whirlpool Laundry Products Catalog
Here is a wonderful brochure highlighting the 1987 line of Whirlpool Washers and Dryers. Models include washers: LA3400XS, LA4400XS LA5400XS, LA6300XS, LA5000XS, LA5300XS, LA5500XS, LA5700XS, LA6150XS, LA7700XS, LA3800XS, LA5380XS, LA5580XS, LA5800XS, LA7800XS, LABBOOXS, LA9800XS. dryers: LE/G2000XS, LE/G3000XS, LE/G5700XS, LE/G5800XS, LE/G6150XS, LE/G7800XS, LE/G9800XS. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Whirlpool |
1987 | 24 | 67mb | $14.99 Introductory Price of $3.99 ends in: 3 days |
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1960 Hotpoint Automatic Washer Brochures
Here are beuatiful brochures for the 1960 line of Hotpoint Automatic Washers. Models include: LW090, LW070, LW060, LW050, LW0506, LW030, LW025. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Hotpoint |
1960 | 16 | 67mb | $8.99 |
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1960 Hotpoint Dryer Brochures
Brochures highligting the 1960 line of Hotpoint clothes dryers. Modes Include: LC090, LB090, LB070, LB050, LB030 |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Hotpoint |
1960 | 10 | 38mb | $8.99 |
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1963 Pyrex Glassware Retail Catalog
Here is a wonderful and rare catalog of Pyrex-ware glass kitchen products. Products include: Clear ovenware, Town & Country, Turquoise, Early American, Pink, Primary sets, Casseroles, Coffee pots, saucepans, double boilers, dishware and tumblers, salt/pepper shakers. Full retail price list included at end for all products. |
Full Catalog Published by: Pyrex |
1963 | 0 | 47mb | $14.99 |
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1960 Hotpoint Cooking Appliances Brochures
Beautiful brochures highlighting the 1960 line of electric ranges, cooktops, built-in ovens and the Customline Crest line of ranges as well. Models include:
RB75-A, RB65-A, RB45-A, RB18-A, RB15-A, RA-301, RA-101, CustomLine Crest RU75-A, RU45-A, RR25-A, RJ85-A, RJ65-A, RJ35-A, RJ34-A, RJ15-A, RL75-A, RJ77-A, RJ-76A, |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Hotpoint |
1960 | 38 | 150mb | $14.99 |
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1984 General Electric Washer Use and Care Book
Here is the complete owners manual and use/care guide to GE Automatic Washer model WWA8364V. |
Automatic Washers Published by: General Electric |
1984 | 32 | 63mb | $11.99 |
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1962 General Electric Washers and Dryers Brochures
Here are beautiful brochures for the 1962 line of GE automatic washers, combination washer/dryers, utility sink washer and dryers. High resolution scan of 600dpi for crisp Images and full specifications included. Models include... Washers: WA-1050W, WA-950W, WA-850W, WA-750W, WA-650W, WA-550W Dryers: DA-1020W, DA-920W, DA-820W, DA-720W, DA-620W, DA-520W Utility/Sink Washer: WB2050W Undercounter Dryer: DU2020W Combination Washer/Dryers: WD-860W, WD-560W |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: General Electric |
1962 | 32 | 149mb | $14.99 |
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GE Pull-Out Dishwasher Operating Guide
Here is the complete owners manual and operating use/care instructions to 1962 General Electric pull-out built-in dishwashers models: SU66 and SU60. |
Dishwashers Published by: General Electric |
1962 | 24 | 35mb | $11.99 |
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1962 General Electric Range-Oven Brochures
Here are beautiful brochures for the 1962 line of GE free standing electric ranges and cooking appliances, including the Americana models!
High resolution scan of 600dpi for crisp Images and full specifications included.
Models include... J790W, J792W, J760W, J762W, J791W, J761W, J763W, J408W, J750W, J304W, J404W, J303W, J403W, J406W, J402W, J302W, J400W, J401W, J301W, J299W. Also included is the planning dimensions book the Americana model J790W. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: General Electric |
1962 | 0 | 150mb | $14.99 |
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Maytag Washer Model 142B-142SB Owners Manual
Here is a rare owners manual on the first major center-dial Maytag automatic washer. Models include both 142B and 142SB (suds saver model). |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1958 | 26 | 8mb | $11.99 |
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1990 Maytag Washers and Dryers Brochure
Beautiful brochure highlighting the 2nd to last generation of helical drive Newton made Maytag laundry appliances. Models include:
washers: A9800, A9700, A9400, A9200, A7800, A7500, A7300.
dryers: D9900, D9800, D7600, D7500, D7400, D4000. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Maytag |
1990 | 16 | 32mb | $14.99 |
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1970 Maytag Dishwasher Brochure
Very fun brochure highligting the Maytag top-of-the line dishwasher of the early 1970s. |
Dishwashers Published by: Maytag |
1970 | 6 | 29mb | $8.99 |
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1965 Westinghouse Top-Loading Washer Brochures
Here are brochures produced right after the switch-over to Westinghouse's own design of top-loading automatic washers. Models include: LAF200, LAF400 and LAF600. Dryers are also shown: DTF200, DTF400/DGF400 and DTF600/DGF600 |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1965 | 12 | 53mb | $8.99 |
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1954 Whirlpool Home Laundry Appliances Book
Here is an absolute beautifully illustrated catalog in book form from Whirlpool highlighting their 1954 line of home laundry appliances. Products include automatic washers, dryers, wringer washers and mangle ironer. Scanned at 600ddpi high resolution for a beautiful pdf file. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Whirlpool |
1954 | 52 | 171mb | $14.99 |
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Early Kenmore Dishwasher Owners Manual
I'm guessing this book is from around 1956. This is probably the first front-loading home dishwasher ever marketed by Kenmore. It's made by D&M. The dishwasher in the earlier Sears catalogs was marketed under the name Homart as a top-loading machine. Full operating instructions, cycle chart, installation instructions and parts list included. |
Dishwashers Published by: Kenmore |
1956 | 36 | 40mb | $12.99 |
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1972 Dexter Commercial Washer Service Manual
Here is a look at the Philco-Bendix made Dexter Double-Load front loading commercial washer. What is interesting about this machine is it was designed with an overflow hose designed to overflow away suds about the 1/2 way mark of the window! Full service manual including specifications, troubleshooting and service procedures. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Dexter |
1972 | 72 | 31mb | $14.99 |
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1954 Hamilton Gas Dryer Service Manual
Complete service manual to Hamilton gas dryer model 360G. Sections include: General, Installation, Exhaust system, Cabinet Panels, Controls, Gas Parts, Drum and Transmission, Troubleshooting, Service Agencies. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Hamilton |
1954 | 54 | 67mb | $14.99 |
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1969 Tupperware Catalog
Here is a fastinating look at Tupperware products available in the late 1960s. |
Miscellaneous Housewares Published by: Tupperware |
1969 | 48 | 82mb | $12.99 |
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1976 Kenmore Washer Service Manual
Retail generic service manual covering all Kenmore washers both full size and portable models. Sections include: Predelivery Requirements
Installation Procedure
Moving Preparations Component Description & Service Procedures: Water System Mechanical System Electrical System Cycle of Operation Compact Washers Troubleshooting Charts Wiring Terminal Designation Wiring Diagrams and how to read them Lubrication Instructions Sample Parts List |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kenmore |
1976 | 84 | 93mb | $14.99 |
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Classroom Textbook on Servicing Electric Ranges
Originally written in 1963 and updated in 1972 these were classroom textbooks for learning how to repair electrical appliances. A fascinating look at how appliance repair was taught and a great primer to learn how to repair vintage electric ranges. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: NRI |
1972 | 68 | 109mb | $14.99 |
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Facts About Your New Mixer
Full owners manual and use/care guide to all triple-beat GE stand mixers from the 1950's. |
Small Appliances Published by: General Electric |
1955 | 48 | 23mb | $11.99 |
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1964-1969 Whirlpool Dishwasher Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all Whirlpool made dishwashers from 1964-1969. Full specifications and historical design changes for each model, complete troubleshooting, service procedure information and wiring schematics. Models include: SLU-70, SLU-76, SLU-80, SLU-82, SLU-90, SCL-95, SLC-100, SLC-200, SLC-300, SPU-68, SPU-70, SPU-80, SPU-90, SPC-100, SPC-200, SPC-300, SRC-60, SCR-70, SRC-80, SRC-90, SRU-60, SRU-70, SRU-80, SRU-85, SRU-90, SSU-70, SSU-80, SSU-85, SSU-90, SSU-100, SSF-60, SSF-70, SSF-80, SSF-90, SSF-100, STU-70, STU-80, STU-90, STU-100, STF-60, STF-70, STF-80, STF-90, STF-100 |
Dishwashers Published by: Whirlpool |
1969 | 155 | 192mb | $14.99 |
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1947 General Electric Ranges Owners Manual
Here is the complete owner's manual and use/care guide to all 1947 General Electric freestanding electric ranges. Models included:
Stratoliner: DDI-47
Airliner: CDI-47 Leader: CTI-47 |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: General Electric |
1947 | 56 | 74mb | $12.99 |
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On Your Way to Brighter Wash Days
Here is a wonderful piece of sales literature available in Sears stores in the late 1960's. It is a total guide to laundering clothes with sections including Preparing Clothes, Laundry Supplies, Ways to Wash Clothes, Ways to Dry and Iron, Laundry Area Planning, Washer and Dryer Buying Guide, Types of Washers and Dryers, Washer and Dryer Design Features, etc. Adorable cartoon-ish illustrations throughout as well as illustrations of Kenmore laundry appliances from the late 60's. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Kenmore |
1969 | 82 | 50mb | $8.99 |
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GE Dishwashers, Disposers and Compactors
Full brochures with images, features and specifications for GE Dishwashers, Garbage Disposers and Trash Compactors. |
Dishwashers Published by: General Electric |
1985 | 8 | 8mb | $8.99 |
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Whirlpool Convertible Washer Brochure
Here is the brochure for an early Whirlpool portable washer model LTB6700. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Whirlpool |
1969 | 3 | 5mb | $8.99 |
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Enjoy Wonderful New Dishwashing Convenience with your RCA Whirlpool Portable Dishwasher
Now this is nice and rare, it's the full owners manual to a D&M made Whirlpool Portable Dishwasher. Full instructions for preparing the dishes, loading and operating the dishwasher. |
Dishwashers Published by: Whirlpool |
1958 | 16 | 12mb | $11.99 |
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Join the Maytag Family
Beautiful brochure highlighting all the wonderful features to Maytag washers, dryers and compacts during the early 1970's. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Maytag |
1971 | 16 | 14mb | $8.99 |
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Getting to know your new Frigidaire Deluxe Automatic Washer
Full owners manual and operating instructions for the 1955 WV-35 and WV-45 Pulsamatic washer. This is Frigidaire's first Pulsamatic washer (General Motors built them for the 1955-1958 lower end washer models). |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1955 | 24 | 11mb | $11.99 |
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Thermador Appliance Catalog
This is a 20 page catalog of highlighting Thermador appliances from the early 1980's. Appliances Include in this catalog:
Micro/Thermal Built-in Ovens
Microwave/Self Cleaning Ovens Microwaves Self Cleaning Built-In Ovens Drop in Electric Ranges Thermaglass Cooktops Standard Cooktops Gas-Fired Barbaque Thermador Stay-Hot Warming Oven Thermador Built-in Can Opener Built-In Dishwashers Trash Compactor Range Hoods Ventilators Fan Heaters Portable Electric Heaters. |
Full Catalog Published by: Thermador |
1980 | 20 | 19mb | $8.99 |
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1954 Kelvinator Dryer Service Manual
Complete service manual to early Kelvinator electric dryer model DE. Sections include: Installation, Electrical Components and Replacement, Mechanical Parts and Replacement, Lubrication, Service Diagnosis and Specifications. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Kelvinator |
1954 | 16 | 10mb | $12.99 |
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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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1976 Frigidaire Washers, Dryers and Laundry Centers Brochures
Here are some beautiful brochures highlighting the 1976 line of Frigidaire Automatic Washers, Dryers and stacked Skinny-Mini Laundry Centers. Full images and specifications included. Models include... Washers: WIC, WID, WCD, WCDA, WL, WA. Dryers: DE, DG, DEC, DEG, DEI, DGI, DECI and DGCI. Laundry Centers: LC-115 and LC-3. Also included in the 1976 brochure is the very rare model budget model WA. This is a 1/18 style washer, with a timed fill and 1960's style Deep Action Agitator. Appended at the end is the Tech-Tips introducing the new budget model with full views of the control panel, washer tub and agitator and cycle charts. This brochure is rare and it's scanned at super high-resolution of 600dpi for crisper close-ups/zooms. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Frigidaire |
1976 | 19 | 56mb | $8.99 |
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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 | $8.99 |
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Frigidaire Mobile Dishwashers for 1962
The VIP-Vital Information Program packs were sent to Frigidaire dealers every year in the 60s to help educate them on all of the fancy features of GM Frigidaire appliances. Each pack contains information on a different Frigidaire appliance, this pack is for top and front loading Mobile Dishwashers, both GM and D&M manufactured machines. They contain specs, data and beautiful graphics and images as well as plenty of information instructing dealers on what to say to help sell Frigidaire dishwashers to their customers. |
Dishwashers Published by: Frigidaire |
1962 | 28 | 22mb | $8.99 |
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Maytag Washers & Dryers
Beautiful Maytag Brochure showing off all Center Dial Washers and Dryers as well as the Porta-Washer and Dryer. Big images and full specs for each model. This brochure shows off the last year of the blue bottom control panels. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Maytag |
1974 | 16 | 13mb | $8.99 |
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1964 Easy Wringer Washer Brochures
Beautiful brochures highlighting the 1964 line of Easy's Wringer Washers. Images and thorough specifications for each machine included. |
Twin Tub Washers Published by: Easy |
1964 | 6 | 6mb | $8.99 |
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Hotpoint Automatic Dishwasher Brochures
Beautiful brochures for the 1958 Hotpoint Dishwasher line. |
Dishwashers Published by: Hotpoint |
1958 | 8 | 21mb | $8.99 |
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Frigidaire VIP-Bulletin on 12-lb Washer Tubs
Frigidaire VIP Bulletins were sent to retail stores to educate their sales people on the great features of Frigidaire appliances. This bulletin compares the new Frigidaire 12lb washer tub to the GE, Speed Queen and Whirlpool/Kenmore washer tubs. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1963 | 4 | 4mb | $8.99 |
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Reddy Kilowatt Baking Guide
Here is an adorable cook book and electric company circular from the late 1940's with recipes for electric range baking. Sections include: Breads, Cakes, Cookies, Puddings, Candies, Frostings and Fillings. Also has kitchen planning information for all electric kitchens included at the end. |
Miscellaneous Published by: NSP |
1948 | 54 | 39mb | $8.99 |
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1954 ABC Wringer Washer, Wringer Gear Case and Ironer Brochures
Brochures showing off the ABC Wringer Washer model 409, another highlighting all the sturdy features of ABC wringer washer gear cases and finally a brochure touting all the features of the ABC Ironer. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: ABC-O-Matic |
1956 | 8 | 7mb | $8.99 |
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Whirlpool Automatic Washer Operating Instructions
Here it is, the owners manual to Whirlpool's very first Electronic Control Automatic Washer! |
Automatic Washers Published by: Whirlpool |
1978 | 16 | 10mb | $11.99 |
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Moncrief Furnace Brochure
Here is the full line of Moncrief home heating units from the early 1950's. Models highlighted:
Gas Fired Forced-Air, Gas Fired Gravity, Oil Fired, Oil Burner and Vaporizing Oil Fired units. |
Home Products Published by: Moncrief |
1950 | 8 | 13mb | $8.99 |
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Hotpoint Automatic Washer Operating Instructions
Operating instruction card for washer model LW2606 |
Automatic Washers Published by: Hotpoint |
1962 | 6 | 3mb | $11.99 |
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Your Instruction Book for Fluffy-Clean Clothes with the Apex Wash-a-Matic
Full owners manual and operating instructions that was packed in the very first design of the Apex Automatic Washer. This is the 3000 series (1948-1951) Wash-a-Matic automatic washers, with the spiral-tub bouncing basket. You are now one of the ultra-modern homemakers who may escape "washday drudgery"! With your beautiful new Apex WASH-A-MATIC, you can look forward each week to extra hours and saved energy for other activities, leisure, or recreation. The revolutionary action of the WASH-A-MATIC will quickly, thoroughly, and gently wash, triple-rinse, damp-dry, and finally fluff your clothes ... leaving them clean and tangle-free, ready for easy removal from the washer. Your Apex will do all of these things for you 100% automatically! Or, you can shorten, lengthen, or by-pass any of its automatic cycles by merely a flick of the timer control dial-when certain kinds of fabrics, or their condition of soil, require more specialized laundering. The Apex WASH-A-MATIC is completely your tireless servant. Its unique "gearless" mechanism will give you extremely long, trouble-free service. It is not even necessary to oil the machine, for it is permanently lubricated at the factory. Be sure to familiarize yourself with the instructions, outlined in this booklet, for using your WASH-A-MATIC. Keep these instructions for ready reference. Following them will enable you to achieve, with the absolute minimum of effort, just the washing results you have always wanted to attain. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Apex |
1949 | 24 | 10mb | $11.99 |
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Use and Care Instructions for your new Frigidaire Washer
Here are the operating instructions that were packed with every top of the line Frigidaire washer in 1971. This is for model WIS, which was the very first 1-18 automatic washer produced by Frigidaire! |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1970 | 6 | 6mb | $11.99 |
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Imperial Model Washer and Dryer Brochures
Beautiful brochures for the Imperial Line which is a step down from Top of the Line. Washer models EA-80/85 and Gas Dryer model ED-85. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Whirlpool |
1958 | 8 | 14mb | $8.99 |
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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 | $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.