Skip to product information
1 of 3

Reader'S Digest | Reference

Fix-It-Yourself Manual by Reader's Digest

Fix-It-Yourself Manual by Reader's Digest

Regular price $28.00 USD
Regular price Sale price $28.00 USD
Sale Sold out
Shipping calculated at checkout.
  • Ships within 1–2 business days. Carefully packaged for safe delivery.

Reader's Digest 1980 Home Repair and Maintenance Manual

Published in 1980 by the Reader's Digest Association, the Fix-It-Yourself Manual is a 480-page hardcover illustrated reference guide to home maintenance and mechanical repair.

Designed for homeowners and DIY enthusiasts, the manual provides practical troubleshooting guides and step-by-step repair instructions for household equipment. Key sections cover major and small home appliances (refrigerators, washers, vacuum cleaners, toasters), electrical wiring, plumbing fixtures, power tools, heating and cooling units, lawnmowers, furniture restoration, and basic home electronics. The text is accompanied by exploded-view technical diagrams, diagnostic flowcharts, tool identification guides, and safety warnings.

Why You'll Love This Book

Renowned for its clear technical illustrations and systematic troubleshooting approach, this vintage reference offers timeless mechanical repair fundamentals. It is a practical resource for handymen, homeowners, restoration hobbyists, and vintage manual collectors.

Edition & Specifications

Publisher: Reader's Digest Association

Pages: 480

Format: Hardcover

Publication Date: 1980

ISBN: 0895770407

SBN:  

LCCN:

OCLC: 

Condition Note: Lightly read copy with clean, crisp, unmarked pages and a tight binding.

Condition & Grading Guide

How We Grade Our Books

  • 📸 True-to-Life Photos: For all vintage and pre-loved books, the photos on the page are of the exact physical copy on our shelf. Brand-new books feature official publisher cover art.
  • New: Direct from the publisher; immaculate, unread condition.
  • Like New: Pristine condition with minimal to no shelf wear; looks unread.
  • Very Good: Lightly read with minor shelf wear or light cover creasing. Pages are clean, crisp, and unmarked with a tight binding. (Our baseline standard for pre-loved books.)
  • Good: A well-loved reading copy with visible shelf wear or page aging, but fully intact and structurally sound.

Packaging & Shipping

Shipping Details & Delivery Speeds

  • FREE Domestic Shipping: Standard shipping is free on all U.S. orders $50+.
  • Standard Flat-Rate Shipping: Orders under $50 ship at flat, weight-based rates starting at $6.99.
  • Tracking Included: You will receive an automated tracking link via email as soon as your order is packed and labeled.
  • Expedited Shipping Available: Need it faster? UPS 2nd Day Air is available at checkout (ships out the next business day).

Read our full shipping policy here

The Fehmerling Guarantee

Our Guarantee & Return Policy

  • 14-Day Returns: Unread books and unopened tea packages can be returned within 14 days of delivery.
  • Damaged in Transit? If your shipment arrives damaged or incorrect, email us within 72 hours of delivery scan at customerservice@fehmerlingbooks.com. We’ll evaluate it immediately and provide a prepaid return label and replacement or full refund.
  • Hassle-Free Support: To start a return, simply email us with your order number.

Read our full return & refund policy here

View full details
Regular price $28.00 USD
Regular price Sale price $28.00 USD
Sale Sold out