i bought a new timer control knob for it ,but i need the spigot piece the knob screws onto
the original prob was bits of the threaded spigot ,jammed under the control knob,stopping it from turning on what is the part called and can i get one ?
I cant seem to see one...

neil bates, September 2013

It is called a timer knob ratchet and yes it can be bought as a separate spare part.

Linoln Appliance NZ, September 2013