I've been having trouble with my umbrella recently. Whenever I try to open it, it feels really stiff and hard to maneuver. I'm not sure why this is happening, as it was working fine before. Could there be something wrong with the mechanism or is it just a common issue with umbrellas?
            
            
            
            
            
            
           
          
          
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    noah_stokes_photographer
    Tue Nov 05 2024
   
  
    To open the umbrella, you should gently push the lever inward.
  
  
 
            
            
  
    
    GyeongjuGlorious
    Tue Nov 05 2024
   
  
    Simultaneously, extend the umbrella to its fully open state.
  
  
 
            
            
  
    
    CryptoElite
    Tue Nov 05 2024
   
  
    An umbrella features a spring mechanism that controls a lever.
  
  
 
            
            
  
    
    Alessandra
    Tue Nov 05 2024
   
  
    If the lever feels tight or resistant, you can try applying a single drop of household oil.
  
  
 
            
            
  
    
    Lucia
    Tue Nov 05 2024
   
  
    Reattempt to open the umbrella after applying the oil.