I need help finding out what type stove I have please (I don't know where else to post this)

[texstoves7]

Hi everyone — I am sorry in advance, because I know this is a forum about washing machines, but I literally do not know where else to post this for help. I am hoping someone here can help me identify this the Hotpoint electric range that my great uncle left to me.I’ve searched online for days and can’t find any models with this exact control panel layout (maybe I am just not good at searching the internet). I know nothing about stoves, so this is completely new to me.


I have attached photos of the:
Main stove
Control panel close-up:
Data plate:



What I found online that I THINK may be correct:

• Brand: Hotpoint
• Color: Pastel Pink
• CAT NO.: 109RCJ25
• kW: 13.0
• Features:
  
  • Dual ovens
  • Deep well cooker
  • Full-width multi-color indicator light bar along the back
  • Automatic Griddle outlet
  • Two large “clock-style” control dials
  • Unique textured metal control panel with asymmetric layout

I haven’t been able to find any catalog or online image with the same control-panel configuration as mine:


I’m wondering if this might be:

• A utility-company promotional model
• An Electric Home Service / Electric Living demo model
• A limited-run regional Hotpoint variant
• A non-catalog or dealer-exclusive version

The CAT number (109RCJ25) doesn’t show up in any consumer Hotpoint brochures I can find, and the unusual panel design makes me think this wasn’t a standard retail production model.

• Year (I believe ~1956?)
• Exact model or variant name
• Whether this was a utility-company demo or promotional unit
• Any photos of similar control panels
• Collector rarity/value insight
• Service manual references

Any information would be greatly appreciated — I would love to know exactly what this stove is!


Thanks in advance!

 

[pulltostart]

I have an abbreviated 1957 Hotpoint catalog. Only one 40" range is shown, probably the TOL model, no model number given. The catalog lists the 40" model numbers - RD26, RC25, RB74,4B73, RB72, and RB71. Don't know if these are ascending or descending order. My guess is that yours is either a 1955 or 1956 model. Others might be able to contribute more information.

lawrence

 

[pulltostart]

If you search ebay for '1956 Hotpoint advertising' you will find a few links to ads and one catalog that features their 40" ranges. I can't get the links or the pics to save and load. Based on what's shown, I don't think yours is TOL as that one features a meat thermometer, rotisserie, and a griddle outlet.

See if that helps.

lawrence

 

[mattl]

That really is a very nice range. Are you just looking for info or parts?

 

[texstoves7]

That really is a very nice range. Are you just looking for info or parts?

I was really just looking for info because unfortunately I have to sell it because it won't fit in the apartment I am moving to. Having said that, I don't have a clue what to ask for it because I can't find out exactly what type of range it is :-/