Tesla
Powerwall Overloaded
Backup Overload
Off-grid demand exceeded Powerwall output, supply shut off. Auto-retries within 2 minutes.
Common causes
High power loads on backup circuitsShowers, EV charging, immersion heaters
What to check
STEP 1
Switch off high power loads and let the automatic retry restore supply.
STEP 2
Review backup circuit design, move large circuits off backup or add capacity.
Escalate if
Overload trips with loads inside the rated continuous output
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