How Do You Clean A Patio Umbrella Winch?
Most offset patio umbrellas use a winch mechanism to raise and lower the umbrella canopy. This article will outline how to service your patio umbrella winch. Many offset patio umbrellas, also known as cantilever patio umbrellas feature a winch mechanism to raise and lower the umbrella canopy. Winch systems are also used on sailboats, to raise and lower sails. Most people do not even think that maintenance is required on the winches of side arm umbrellas alike sailboats. But, the winch mechanism is one of the most expensive items of your cantilever umbrella, so it needs to be taken care of! Just a warning, this is a messy job! First you must disassemble the side arm umbrella winch. Remove the drum from the base of the winch using the screw at the bottom. Unscrew it, pull the socket out, and the drum can be lifted off. Now comes the messy part! Remove all the winch gears and bearings with your wrench. This is where the camera will come in handy. If you ever want to use the umbrella again
