Good luck on the repair. $99 is a big chunk of a new rig.
Is it me or is it kinda crappy that there seem to be probs with the aforementioned makers (TV, BV, etc). I'm probably too old school to be relevant, but I just think things should last longer than what they do.
My talented SO bought me a Chemex Ottomatic and I like it okay. I'm not gonna brag about it though as I think it brews too cool . No probs yet, knock wood.
I'd prob be interested in a Bunn with a shutoff if the temp is even thru the brew.