Perhaps something went into the juicer that did not belong in there. It happens.

I have answered all your postings today....BECAUSE you make it sound like the administrator and I are giving people a bum steer by recomending the Omega 8005. By coinsidense we both have the same juicer....and are fine with it.

AGAIN just call 1-800 633 3401...ask for Jeff Long...tell him the problem and he will make you Happy! The company has alsways stood behind every juicer I have sold for the past 8 years.