Commission the System After Powerwall and Solar Installation

  1. Close the AC circuit breaker for Powerwall 3and the Backup Gateway.
  2. Turn the Powerwall 3 switch ON.
  3. Launch the Tesla One app.
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    Note
    Ensure Tesla One is updated to version 7.9.1 or greater, or install Tesla One if using for the first time.
  4. Navigate to Device Setup to begin commissioning.
  5. Select Scan and scan the Powerwall 3 QR label to connect to the TeslaPW Wi-Fi network.
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    Note
    Connect to Powerwall 3 to commission the system. Do not attempt to connect to Backup Gateway to commission.
  6. Address any alerts to complete commissioning. See the Powerwall 3 Device Setup commissioning guide for additional instructions.
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    Note
    The Backup Test can be performed during the Backup Gateway 2 device update. There is no need to wait for the update to complete before performing the Backup Test.
  7. Leave the system running in Tesla One.
  8. Leave the Powerwall switch ON and the breaker CLOSED to enable charging.
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    The Powerwall 3 On / Off switch has a locking mechanism. When the switch is locked it cannot be turned on. See Powerwall 3 Switch Locking Mechanism for more information.