Mine lasted less than a year with light use. The problem lies with the two plastic gears that turn the sweeper.Heat melted the way the gears are attached to the metal rods.I fixed mine with"Liquid Nails" but after further use the gears became brittle and cracked and I gave up. Don't buy! We love popcorn ... and we absolutely love the Whirley Pop Stovetop Popcorn Popper! It makes the most delici...