Hi Jim, I have been a Braun agent for a very long time but my memory of this lovely old mixer has faded. You will also struggle to obtain parts, I know from the UK we have not been able to supply parts for 20 years or so, the only option I can offer you is to contact a Canadian company called "abtecparts". I see the item still on there website and they may be kind enough to offer some advice. Hope this has been of some help. Jason at BRAUN SERVICE
JASON AT BRAUN SERVICE 01273 734424
May 2009