Thank you for purchasing the solar vent 3000, a high quality solar powered ventilator from Sunforce Products Inc. solar vent 3000 can be used in a variety of locations including boats, RVs, conservatories, green houses and garden sheds. It can be installed in wood, glass, metal polycarbonate or similar materials. Location It is important to locate your solar vent so that the solar panel receives the maximum amount of sunlight possible, ideally facing the midday sun and not in the shade.