New Parkside mower cuts out after a few seconds (Lidl)

bennyineire

Hi All,

I bought a Parkside B&S petrol mower from Lidl about 4 weeks ago.

Up until 2 days ago all was well, but then it cut out on me.

Now when I start it up it will start but then it cuts out after a few seconds.
Curiously though if I raise the from of it up 4 inches it runs fine but then as soon as i put it level again it cuts out.

The cutting deck is clean, filter is fine. Spark plug is wet, I changed the spark plug anyway. It wasn't left out in the rain, the petrol is fresh.

Anybody got any ideas ?

Spider Rico

bennyineire wrote: »

Hi All,

I bought a Parkside B&S petrol mower from Lidl about 4 weeks ago.

Up until 2 days ago all was well, but then it cut out on me.

Now when I start it up it will start but then it cuts out after a few seconds.
Curiously though if I raise the from of it up 4 inches it runs fine but then as soon as i put it level again it cuts out.

The cutting deck is clean, filter is fine. Spark plug is wet, I changed the spark plug anyway. It wasn't left out in the rain, the petrol is fresh.

Anybody got any ideas ?

Did you put oil in it? I bought a similar mower from Aldi and I had to buy engine oil to put in it before using. Just a thought, though as it running somewhat maybe that’s not the case here.

bennyineire

Spider Rico wrote: »

Did you put oil in it? I bought a similar mower from Aldi and I had to buy engine oil to put in it before using. Just a thought, though as it running somewhat maybe that’s not the case here.

Yep I put oil in it

atilladehun

I've no idea about engines but I've had to return drills and saws to Lidl before and they were great. Sent me a replacement from the distribution centre. Obviously best to see if it's just a small issue or not first.