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Read this entire document before installing or using Powerwall. Failure to do so or to follow any of the instructions or warnings in this document can result in electrical shock, serious injury, or death, or can damage Powerwall, potentially rendering it inoperable.

A battery can present a risk of electrical shock, fire, or explosion from vented gases. Observe proper precautions.

This product can expose you to chemicals including cobalt and lithium compounds, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. You cannot be exposed to these chemicals without opening the external casing. Only members of the Tesla Service team and other Tesla-certified technicians should open the external casing.

Powerwall installation must be carried out only by Tesla Certified Installers who have been trained in dealing with high voltage electricity.

Powerwall is heavy. Use of lift equipment is recommended.

Use Powerwall only as directed.

Do not use Powerwall if it is defective, appears cracked, broken, or otherwise damaged, or fails to operate.

Before beginning the wiring portion of the installation, ensure that the Powerwall is switched off, and open any associated circuit breakers and disconnect switches (if applicable for the installation).

Do not attempt to open, disassemble, repair, tamper with, or modify Powerwall. Powerwall and its components are not user serviceable. Batteries in Powerwall are not replaceable. Contact the Tesla Certified Installer who installed the system for any repairs.

To protect Powerwall and its components from damage when transporting, handle with care. Do not impact, pull, drag, or step on Powerwall. Do not subject Powerwall to any strong force. To help prevent damage, leave Powerwall in its shipping packaging until it is ready to be installed.

Do not insert foreign objects into any part of Powerwall.

Do not expose Powerwall or its components to direct flame.

Do not install Powerwall near heating equipment.

Do not immerse Powerwall or its components in water or other fluids.

Do not use cleaning solvents to clean Powerwall, or expose Powerwall to flammable or harsh chemicals or vapors.

Do not use fluids, parts, or accessories other than those specified in this manual, including use of non-genuine Tesla parts or accessories, or parts or accessories not purchased directly from Tesla or a Tesla-certified party.

Do not place Powerwall in a storage condition for more than one (1) month, or permit the electrical feed on the Powerwall to be severed for more than one (1) month. Please reach out to your installer for more information if needed.

Do not paint any part of Powerwall, including any internal or external components such as the exterior shell or casing.

Do not connect Powerwall directly to photovoltaic (PV) solar wiring.

When installing Powerwall in a garage or near vehicles, keep it out of the driving path. If possible, install Powerwall on a side wall and/or above the height of vehicle bumpers.

Install Powerwall in a location that prevents damage from flooding.

Operating or storing Powerwall in temperatures outside its specified range might cause damage to Powerwall.

Do not expose Powerwall to ambient temperatures above 60°C (140°F) or below -30°C (-22°F).

Ensure that no water sources are above or near Powerwall, including downspouts, sprinklers, or faucets.

Ensure that snow does not accumulate around Powerwall.