Shield yourself and your family from the hot midday sun. To open up the sheltering canopy, use the crank level to push it open – it’s that simple. With its auto locking function, you can rest assured the umbrella is secure.At 3m in diameter, the parasol provides a generous pool of shade with UV30+ protection that’s ideal for placing over an outdoor dining set, creating a safe place for children to play or for just getting out of the sun for a while.The parasol will need to be secured using weighted base segments.