If you have a vintage machine(pre_computerized ), read the manual , there is servicing and maintenance you can do yourself, And beware if you take a vintage machine to a dealer, many times they will tell you they can't fix it or parts aren't available, etc.a dealer's focus is on trying to sell you a new machine. Vintage all -metal machine will outlast any of the plastic machines. There are lots of specific FB groups that focus on keeping vintage machines going strong. There are also online videos , and classes if you want to really learn about and rehab your vintage machine... contact us on