You may wish to refill with specialist fuel, which lasts longer and is better for lawn mowers. Mr Radam says: ‘It seems expensive, but alkylate petrol can last five or six years without going stale. Clean or swap spark plugThe spark plug provides the flash point to ignite petrol for the engine. Check videos on YouTube channels such as Mower Man and Micks Mowers The Mower Man for repair tips. An annual service costs around £100 — money well spent if it prevents you from having to fork out for a new mower.

Source: Daily Mail April 25, 2023 21:42 UTC