mel its 8 years old so not new, he said last month if the same thing happens again then there is another issue with it, i doubt id get any money back from the repair man,

oorki you sound like my DH hed rather just buy a new one!!

MD im thinking its not worth it, i found a new basic bosch for $665 today!

were buying a new one, found one for $885 from e&S trading,,

thanks for everyones help!