I dont know why so many people had problems with this umbrella. I will assume that most dont read the instructions. It was easy to assemble and like another person mention, you have to make sure the insert is removed before placing in batteries and close solar panel for the lights to work. So far after about a monththis umbrella works well and the lights do as well.
Read instructions to avoid problems. GREAT BUY!
I dont know why so many people had problems with this umbrella. I will assume that most dont read the instructions. It was easy to assemble and like another person mention, you have to make sure the insert is removed before placing in batteries and close solar panel for the lights to work. So far after about a monththis umbrella works well and the lights do as well.