Topics

Energy Support
  1. Powerwall
    1. Learn
      1. Why Powerwall
      2. How Powerwall Works
      3. What Can Powerwall Back Up
      4. System Design
      5. Tesla Backup Switch
      6. Combining Systems
      7. Incentives
    2. Order
      1. Order Powerwall
      2. How to Find a Certified Installer
    3. Install
      1. Pre-Installation
      2. Installation Day
      3. Post-Installation
    4. Mobile App
      1. Tesla App for Energy
      2. Manage Access to Tesla Energy System
      3. Connecting Powerwall to Wi-Fi
      4. Energy Data
      5. Impact Cards
      6. Solar and Energy Value
      7. Utility Rate Plans
      8. Backup Reserve
      9. Storm Watch
      10. Go Off-Grid
      11. Time-Based Control
      12. Self-Powered
      13. Advanced Settings
      14. Vehicle Charging During Power Outage
      15. Software Updates
    5. Owners
      1. Registering Your Powerwall
      2. Internet Connectivity
      3. Best Practices During Power Outages
      4. System Alerts and Notifications
      5. Connecting to Tesla Gateway
      6. Get Help and Service for Your Powerwall
      7. Troubleshooting
      8. What to Know About Scheduling Service
      9. Transferring Ownership of Your Powerwall
    6. Documents
      1. Documents
    7. Installer Resources
      1. Powerwall Installation Documents
      2. How to Partner With Tesla
  2. Solar Panels
    1. Learn
      1. Why Go Solar
      2. How Solar Panels Work
      3. How Much Does Solar Cost
      4. Why Tesla Solar
      5. Solar Price Match Guarantee
      6. Purchasing Solar
      7. Tesla Financing
      8. What Tesla Installs at Your Home
      9. Tesla Solar Inverter
      10. How Tesla Saves You Money
      11. Your Utility Bill After Solar
      12. Service and Warranty
      13. Customer Stories
    2. Going Solar
      1. Process Overview
      2. How to Order Solar Panels
      3. Sizing and Design
      4. Interactive Layout
      5. Solar Panel Installation
    3. After Installation
      1. What to Expect After Installation
      2. Registering Your Tesla Solar Inverter
      3. Connecting to Tesla Solar Inverter
      4. Turning On Your System
      5. Monitoring Your System
      6. Understanding System Performance
      7. Troubleshooting Your System
      8. Get Help and Schedule Service
      9. What to Know About Scheduling Service
      10. Billing
      11. Removal & Reinstallation
      12. Transferring Ownership of Your Solar System
      13. Systems Affected by Natural Disaster or Force Majeure Event
    4. Documents
      1. Documents
      2. Property & Title
    5. Frequently Asked Questions
      1. Ordering
      2. Home Assessment
      3. Installation
      4. Inspection
      5. Activation
  3. Solar Roof
    1. Learn
      1. Why Solar Roof
      2. How Solar Roof Works
      3. What Tesla Installs at Your Home
      4. Tesla Solar Inverter
      5. Roof Complexity
      6. Tesla Financing
      7. Your Utility Bill After Solar
      8. Federal Tax Credit
      9. Solar Roof Warranty
    2. Install
      1. Install Process
      2. Installation Overview
      3. Prepare for Installation
    3. After Installation
      1. What to Expect After Installation
      2. Registering Your Tesla Solar Inverter
      3. Connecting to Tesla Solar Inverter
      4. Turning On Your System
      5. Monitoring Your System
      6. Understanding System Performance
      7. Troubleshooting Your System
      8. Get Help and Schedule Service
      9. What to Know About Scheduling Service
      10. Billing
      11. Engaging with the Tesla Community
    4. Documents
      1. Documents
    5. Frequently Asked Questions
      1. Ordering
      2. Home Assessment
      3. Installation
      4. Inspection
      5. Activation
  4. More
    1. Additional Support
      1. Video Guides
      2. Contact Us
    2. Legal
      1. Privacy Policy
      2. Contractor Licenses
      3. Demand Response Terms of Service

Turning On Your System

Once you receive permission to operate (PTO) from your electric utility, Tesla will notify you that you can safely turn on your system. PTO after installation can take from one to six weeks depending on your local utility processing times.

After PTO has been received, follow these steps:

  1. Locate your main electrical service panel.
  2. Flip on breakers labeled ‘Solar System,’ ‘PV,’ 'Battery' or ‘Energy Storage.’
  3. If Powerwalls are installed, flip on the Enable switch found on the right side of each Powerwall.
  4. If equipped, flip on all external disconnects.
  5. Download the Tesla app on your smartphone.
  6. Use the Tesla app to follow your energy production in real time. Real-time monitoring will be available in your Tesla app within one hour of turning on your system.
     

Review your system's owner documents for additional instructions.