After re-reading some of your posts Douggie, I would take the machine back and demand my money back. 

It seems you were misled or taken advantage of. ?

If u dont take it back,at least ask for a partial refund, there are alot of guys on here who would only be too happy to help out.

It is unfortunate you ended up with the problems you now have. 95 percent of people in the industry are honest, with only a few shoddy operators.

If I lived nearby, I would be the first to come over n bring a great tech with me to help you out. Hope it works out for you.