STEP 6: Make Solar PV Connections

      Warning
      Before making any PV wiring connections:
      1. Ensure the Powerwall Enable switch is turned OFF.
      2. Ensure Powerwall is not connected to AC power.
      3. If an external PV disconnect means is available, open the external PV disconnect switch.
      4. Ensure that there is no voltage on the PV inputs of Powerwall 3.
      • Install Mid-Circuit Interrupters in PV Array
      • Test PV Strings with MCIs
      • Make PV Power Connections
      • Install MPPT Jumpers (Optional)
      • Powerwall 3 Installation Manual with Backup Switch
      • General Warnings and Information
      • Specifications
        • Powerwall 3 Specifications
        • Powerwall 3 Expansion Specifications
        • Mid Circuit Interrupter Specifications (P/N MCI-1) PV Rapid Shutdown Equipment (PVRSE)
        • Mid Circuit Interrupter Specifications (P/N MCI-2) PV Rapid Shutdown Equipment (PVRSE)
        • Backup Switch Specifications
          • Backup Switch Physical Requirements
      • Registering Powerwall 3
      • Powerwall 3 System Overview
        • Powerwall 3 Overview
      • Site Requirements and Pre-Installation Guidance
        • Powerwall 3 Operating Temperature Range
      • Preparing for Installation
        • In the Powerwall 3 Box
        • In the Backup Switch Box
          • In the Backup Switch Accessory Bag
        • Powerwall 3 Tools, Service Parts, and Orderable Parts
        • Backup Switch Service Parts, Orderable Parts, and Accessory Kits
        • Required Tools
        • Required Supplies
      • STEP 1: Plan the Installation Site
        • Choose a Location that Meets Powerwall 3 Clearance Requirements
        • Plan Powerwall 3 Mounting Configuration
        • Plan Cable Length Between Components
        • Choose Powerwall Cable Entry
        • Plan Amount and Size of Conduit or Raceway
      • STEP 2: Remove Powerwall 3 from Packaging and Transport Using the Powerwall Dolly
      • STEP 3: Wall-Mount Powerwall 3 Using Wall Bracket
      • STEP 4: Install Backup Switch
        • Determine Where to Install Backup Switch
        • Install Backup Switch Behind the Utility Meter
          • Remove the Meter
          • Inspect the Meter and Meter Socket
          • Install the Backup Switch
          • Reinstall the Meter
        • Install Backup Switch in a Standalone Meter Panel
          • Inspect the Meter Panel
          • Install Meter Panel and Backup Switch
        • Connect Powerwall 3 to the Backup Switch
      • STEP 5: Make Powerwall 3 AC Circuit Connections
      • STEP 6: Make Solar PV Connections
        • Install Mid-Circuit Interrupters in PV Array
        • Test PV Strings with MCIs
        • Make PV Power Connections
        • Install MPPT Jumpers (Optional)
      • STEP 7: Install Clamp-on Ferrite Cores / Metal PV Shield
      • STEP 8: Install System Shutdown Switch Where Required
      • STEP 9: Install Energy Metering for the System
      • STEP 10: Complete the Installation
        • Connect Powerwall 3 to the Internet via Wi-Fi or Ethernet
        • Close Wiring Compartments
      • STEP 11: Turn On and Commission the System
      • STEP 12: Introduce the Homeowner to their System
        • Technical Support
        • Maintenance
      • Appendix A: Powerwall 3 Anchoring Details
        • Fastener Quantity and Stacking Table
        • General Anchoring Notes
        • Powerwall 3 Wall Bracket Anchoring Details for Wall-mounting or Ground-mounting on Approved Foundation
        • Powerwall 3 Wall Bracket Anchoring Details for Stacked Configurations
        • Concrete Pad Details for Ground-mounting Powerwall 3 on Pre-Cast Concrete Pad and Existing Structural Wall
        • Anchoring and Concrete Pad Details for Ground-mounting Powerwall 3 on Poured Concrete with Steel Posts
        • Powerwall 3 Center of Mass
      • Appendix B: Wiring Reference
        • Powerwall 3 AC and PV Wiring
          • Powerwall 3 as a Wiring Raceway (Multi-Unit Installations Only)
        • Tesla Asset Controller (TACO) Low Voltage and Communication Wiring
          • Prepare Ethernet Wiring with RJ45 Connectors
          • Load Shedding Feature
        • Backup Switch Wiring
      • Appendix C: System Wiring Diagrams
        • Backup Switch Wiring Diagrams
      • Appendix D: Solar Rapid Shutdown
        • Rapid Shutdown Initiation
        • Self-Test Function
        • Rapid Shutdown Initiator Label
          • RSD Initiator Label Location
      • Appendix E: Inverter Settings
      • Appendix F: Safety Features
        • Powerwall 3 Switch Locking Mechanism
        • Arc Fault Detection and Protection
        • Ground Fault Protection
        • Protective Earth Impedance Check
        • System LED Behavior
          • Powerwall LED Behavior
          • Backup Switch LEDs
      • Appendix G: Installing Multiple Powerwall 3 Units and/or Expansion Units
        • Electrical Equipment Sizing and Overcurrent Protection
        • Install Multiple Powerwall 3 Units
        • Install Expansion Units with Powerwall 3
          • Install Stacked Expansion Units
          • Optional: Rear Wire Entry for Stacked Configuration
          • Install Wall-Mounted Expansion Units
      • Appendix H: Shutting Down Powerwall 3
      • Appendix I: Servicing Powerwall 3
        • De-Energize Powerwall 3 Before Performing Service
        • Performing a Backup Switch Manual Override
        • Backup Switch Manual Override Switch Positions
      • Appendix J: Revision History
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