Remove Neutral-Ground Bonding Strap from Backup Gateway if Not Installed as Service Equipment

Proper Earth connection and Neutral-to-Ground bonding is required for safe operation of the Powerwall+ system and for compliance with local code requirements.

When installed as Service Equipment, the factory-installed Neutral-Ground Bonding Strap bonds neutral to ground, as shown below. The Neutral-Ground Bonding Strap must only be removed if not installed as Service Equipment, or for test purposes.

Use a 7/16 inch socket to remove the two nuts attaching the Neutral-Ground Bonding Strap.

If replacing the Neutral-Ground Bonding Strap, torque nuts to 65 in-lbs (7.4 Nm).

Figure 1. Neutral-Ground Bonding Strap Location
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To ensure safe operation in Backup Mode, a local Earth connection must be present on the site such as by Earth rod or ground electrode. Connection of Earth rod must comply with local codes.