Multi-Powerwall 3 Installations

Key Terms:
  • Leader Powerwall 3 : Powerwall 3 connected to the . Must be connected to customer router over Wi-Fi
  • Follower: Any Powerwall 3 not connected to the . Connected to Leader / other Followers via Ethernet
Figure 1. Multi-Powerwall 3 System with Backup Gateway 2

System Shutdown Switch with Multiple Powerwall 3 Units

Where a System Shutdown Switch is , connect eachPowerwall 3 to a dedicated electrical contact of the switch. Ensure the installed System Shutdown Switch has enough electrical contacts for the number of units installed.

Figure 2. Good Wiring Example: Each Unit Connected to Electrical Contact in E-Stop
Figure 3. Bad Wiring Example: Both Powerwall 3 Connected to a Single Electrical Contact
Figure 4. Bad Wiring Example: Powerwall 3 Units Connected to E-Stop in Series (Does Not Work)
Figure 5. Bad Wiring Example: Second Powerwall 3 Not Connected to E-Stop

Connecting Powerwall 3 Units via Ethernet

All Powerwall 3 units must be connected via Ethernet. The units can be connected in any order, so long as each unit is connected to at least one other unit.

Figure 6. Example 1: Site Leader at Start of Chain
Figure 7. Example 2: Site Leader in Middle of Chain
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Note
Do not connect the Leader Powerwall 3 or any Follower to the customer router via Ethernet; this option is not supported at this time.

Commissioning Multi-Powerwall 3 Systems

For instructions to commission a multi-Powerwall 3 system, as well as for troubleshooting steps for common issues, see the Powerwall 3 Device Setup Guide on Partner Portal.