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Antique 1911 Ferro Marine Engine Instruction Manual James L. Wait Chicago Dealer
Antique original early 1900s The Ferro Instruction Book for Ferro Marine Engines, published by The Ferro Machine & Foundry Co. of Cleveland, Ohio. This original owner’s manual was produced to help install, operate, adjust, and maintain Ferro marine engines. It contains detailed operating instructions, installation information, wiring diagrams, maintenance procedures, troubleshooting advice, and numerous illustrations of engine components and mechanical systems. This has the dealer stamp on the front " James L. Wait & Co., 1205 Michigan Avenue, Chicago.
The title page proudly identifies Ferro Machine & Foundry Co. as the “Largest Marine Engine Builders in the World,” making this an excellent piece of early American marine engineering history.
* Original paper covers
* Pages: 59 - Size: 7 3/4" H x 5 1/4" W
* Installation and operating instructions
* Mechanical diagrams and illustrations
* Magneto wiring diagrams
* Maintenance and adjustment information
* Marine engine reference material
* Cleveland, Ohio manufacturer
Condition is consistent with age. The manual shows typical wear with missing part of its back cover, light soiling, corner wear, and age toning from over a century of storage. Please see all pictures for condition. Feel free to reach out with any questions or additional pictures. Thanks so much for your interest in this item!
