10/04/2024 00:35:25

Unloading Powerwall 3 with Custom Ramps

The purpose of this tool is to use telescoping ramps to unload Powerwall 3 from Field Service vehicles.

Powerwall 3 Ramp Part Number: 1913330-00-x
Work type: Installation
Required tools:
  • Cut resistant gloves
  • (2) Pry tools
    • Channel strut or 1" EMT conduit, cut at 16 - 24" length
  • Safety boots

  1. For ramps with part number xxxxxxx-00-A through xxxxxxx-00-G, use the pin latch to clamp the right and left collapsing ramps to the Powerwall 3 packaging:
    1. Remove the pin.
    2. Attach the clamp to the Powerwall 3 packaging.
    3. Insert the pin, verifying that it comes out the other side of the clamp.
    4. Perform a pull test to ensure the ramp is locked in place.
  2. For ramps with part number xxxxxxx-00-H and later, use the latch lock to clamp the right and left collapsing ramps to the Powerwall 3 packaging:
    1. Press the tab to unlock the clamp.
    2. Attach the clamp to the Powerwall 3 packaging.
    3. Perform a pull test to ensure the ramp is locked in place.
  3. Use the pull pins to extend both ramps until they are between 0 - 5 degree incline on the integrated level on the sides of the ramps.
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    CAUTION
    Make sure the latches are locked in and secured.
  4. Release the lateral support latch from the right-hand side collapsing ramp.
  5. Attach the lateral support latch to the left-hand side collapsing ramp.
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    CAUTION
    Ensure that the support is securely attach to the left-hand side ramp
  6. As a secondary safety measure, place sandbags at the bottom of the rails.
  7. With two operators using pry tools, leverage the Powerwall 3 packaging up and off of the stack, and position it onto the ramp.
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    Note
    Pry tools can be anything similar to a channel strut or 1" EMT, 16-24 inches in length.
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    Note
    You will need to pry two times to position the Powerwall 3 packaging onto the ramp.
  8. With two operators, tilt and move the Powerwall 3 packaging until it's fully on the ramp.
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    Warning
    Only grab the top of the packaging. Do not attempt to lift the Powerwall 3 packaging from beneath.
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    CAUTION
    Ensure the Powerwall 3 packaging is securely sitting on the ramps before moving to next step.
  9. Push the Powerwall 3 packaging down the ramps.
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    Warning
    Use extra caution when the condition is wet, snowy, or winding.
  10. Remove sandbags.
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    Warning
    Do not step in front of the Powerwall's path to remove the sandbags.
  11. Slide Powerwall to the bottom of the ramp.
  12. Follow the Powerwall 3 Mounting Procedure to remove the Powerwall from the packaging.