Mine is the same, the drive cog has no teeth left, only 12 months old, little used. I think the motor is too powerful for the drive gear. Have you found an supplier of parts?? I failed so far. Money down the pan I think. I bought a Bosch now, great machine, used loads and no problems so far.
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