how do you get the umbrella to tilt? I've had this umbrella for a few months now and am really enjoying it. It did blow away once in windy conditions and survived, so that's good. My problem is I can't get the darn thing to tilt. Even my cousin who's an engineer couldn't figure it out. I'm afraid to force it in case I break it. As it came with no instructions... does anyone have any helpful hints? how do you get the umbrella to tilt? I've had this umbrella for a few months now and am really enjoying it. It did blow away once in windy conditions and survived, so that's good. My... » Read More how do you get the umbrella to tilt? I've had this umbrella for a few months now and am really enjoying it. It did blow away once in windy conditions and survived, so that's good. My problem is I can't get the darn thing to tilt. Even my cousin who's an engineer couldn't figure it out. I'm afraid to force it in case I break it. As it came with no instructions... does anyone have any helpful hints? « Show Less
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I have the same problem. Any ideas?Also, there was no base included, even though the photo on the product page shows one.
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Lol!!!! I just found out. Been searching the internet with same problem. I'm usually good with these things so I was quite frustrated not being able to figure it out, almost broke the darn thing trying to use a small screwdriver as someone had suggested. Anyway the answer is.... (drumroll please)It is AUTO-tilt; so once its been completely opened, continuing to crank the mechanism (I know scary, I was worried I'd break it) actually starts working the tilt mechanism!
45547
Thank you, thank you. We were looking all over for the "missing part", just too easy. The umbrella is fine, not the most expensive looking umbrella, but seems to be OK for the money.
511754
It does not tilt and in terms of being waterproof, it will repel rain, but it is just fabric. Expect this umbrella to last 1 heavy summer season (2 if you take very good care of it). For the size and the price it is a good deal IMO. but we normally buy one at the start of the summer season in Southern California and by October its run its course.
1693021
It's really difficult to get the pilot going sometimes. I think it has something to do with auto shut off when the thing tilts even in the slightest. Frustrating for me as well!
151120
I'm surprised no one has actually figured this out yet and written this tip to help others figure out the tilt. You know how you pull on the handle to make the chair go up and down (the pneumatic lift)? Well, you just have to pull that bar out for tilt, and push it in for lock position. The knob is only for tension. Pull out the bar!
792478
Toward top there is a silver colored panel with button you push to make the umbrella tilt make sure to have good hold on top as it will move as one piece hope this helps!
710043
Although the umbrella I have does not tilt I do not think the table would tip with a tilt umbrella. The table is very heavy and has a solid cast base.
809288
Not really, you can adjust how it is by adjusting the arm and the umbrella will move but it is free motion when it is out like this and you cannot lock it to a certain tilt
1175396
Mine does tilt but it was VERY stiff to change angle. Just tried it again and was able to adjust but still very stiff
541185
Ditto on the previous comment from Crazy Horse. We have never needed to tilt it farther than the "auto tilt" of approximately 22 degrees. We have this on our 2nd story deck that gets full sun and the slight tilt is perfect. Make sure to fully open the umbrella though to engage the auto tilt.
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I take mine out into the back yard and shake it off. After the first time of getting a face full of dust, I make sure I know which way the wind is blowing. I live in East Texas where it is pretty windy, so it's easy to tell. Another thing that works great for me is I have a little shop vac and I vacuum the dust mop with it when it gets too full! Hope this helps!
2235827
the pole is smaller than the average outdoor umbrella. i would suggest if you do use a regular umbrella weight that you add something (i.e. foam, crumpled up plastic bags, etc) to keep it in place.
1236044
I have not tried that but my guess is it is too big of an umbrella to only be supported by the base. At least if there is any breeze at all. I am thinking of trying it on the side of the table to increase the shade area but I would still have it touching (and tied to) the edge of the table for support.
511755
I've had this outdoors 24/7 since I got it and it's holding up against the elements so far. No fading as of yet and it seems to be waterproof (but I haven't really kept it open and sat under it during a rainstorm). No, it does not tilt. I bought a 50 lbs base stand (Fortunoff Clearance Sale $50) that offers an additional 3-4 inches from the ground. With that, the tip of the "spokes" of the umbrella clears the top of my 28" height patio table by 3" when it is folded (You'll have to duck your head when opening and closing). Problem solved. Just make sure you get a stand that adds an additional 3-4". I just bought a second one because it is such a great deal. I've had this outdoors 24/7 since I got it and it's holding up against the elements so far. No fading as of yet and it seems to be waterproof (but I haven't really kept it open and sat under it during a rainstorm). No, it does not tilt. I bought a 50 lbs base stand (Fortunoff Clearance Sale $50) that offers an additional 3-4 inches from the ground. With that, the tip of the "spokes" of the umbrella clears the top of my 28" height patio table by 3" when it is folded (You'll have to duck your head when opening and closing). Problem solved. Just make sure you get a stand... » Read More I've had this outdoors 24/7 since I got it and it's holding up against the elements so far. No fading as of yet and it seems to be waterproof (but I haven't really kept it open and sat under it during a rainstorm). No, it does not tilt. I bought a 50 lbs base stand (Fortunoff Clearance Sale $50) that offers an additional 3-4 inches from the ground. With that, the tip of the "spokes" of the umbrella clears the top of my 28" height patio table by 3" when it is folded (You'll have to duck your head when opening and closing). Problem solved. Just make sure you get a stand that adds an additional 3-4". I just bought a second one because it is such a great deal. « Show Less
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Partially collapse the frame, put on the cover, it will not fit the hole, just lay on top of it, and open the umbrella. We could have cut a larger hole, but this method is working. We've had our umbrella over a month, 2 months, and have lots of wind, and it is just fine. No problem with it just laying there.
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I have not had it up in heavy wind. I'm no expert but I would think anything tent or umbrella like will not hold up well in heavy wind. A beach breeze is no problem though with both sides open for ventilation. Does that help?
1950622
You just pull very firmly. I was a little scared to break it or that the tilt ability didn't work, but it's actually easy if you just pull very firmly. The vertical bars will unlatch from the mount & then you can adjust how far forward you want to tilt the tv.
511756
Hi - it does not tilt. I live in Arizona so I'm not 100% sure about the waterproof part. It did get blown into the pool at one point, and when I stood it back up it was drenched but dried pretty fast - within 2 hours. Sorry - not much help. The short screw on part is actually the bottom half of the pole. They ship it to you broken down into 2 pieces. The pole does not fit in a standard umbrella base. Its about 2 3/4" wide, so you'll need an umbrella base with a wider pole opening. I had to purchase one.