hi the handle snapped on my w123 washer last nite try sparestogo,they sell the handles and can give you help on fitting it aswell. The handle for my washer is about £8.50 not to sure how much yours will be,if your door is shut try putting a small flat screwdriver between the ball and snapped of plastick then push to the right and pull towards yourself this should get the door open . Then undo the screws around door on the inside and then fit new handle.... thats what i will be doing when the part comes
hope i have helped
good luck
and happy christmas
Tony, December 2004