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    SureStart soft start for A/C on Powerwall

    I have a SureStart "soft start" kit for sale, Hyper Engineering part # SS1B08-16SN. $200 including shipping. This is a good addition to any A/C unit to extend its life, but it's essential for starting an A/C compressor with a limited number of Powerwalls. I used this on a heat pump with two...
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    Does Storm Watch work in Backup-Only Mode?

    I always assumed that Storm Watch was a feature for users of Self-Powered or TOU modes, because they'd regularly be less than 100% charged. I figured Backup-Only is always at 100%, so there's no need for Storm Watch. But I've read here that Storm Watch bumps the power above the 100% displayed...
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    Maximizing Powerwall battery life: backup-only or self-powered?

    First post! I’m deciding on the settings of my new (December 2019) system. I have 6.6kw of PV and 2 Powerwalls that charge from solar only. My utility has old-school net metering, with a 1-to-1 credit for excess production. Utility power costs the same all day and night. So there’s no...