Hello. I just purchased an Empress. It has been to the shop for repairs once (electronics messed up), and I may have to take it in again (it was smoking). Have you had any/many problems, and how well has your shop/Tin Lizzie responded to them. I did not expect to have problems and don't know if I want to keep running to the shop (60 miles away) every few weeks. I've only had the machine since mid-July. Any info would be appreciated. Thanks.