Install Breaker and Tesla Wall Connector
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What happens here
With the electrical wire successfully routed, the next step involves connecting the components. At the main electrical panel (shown opening at 0:03), install a new 40-amp double-pole circuit breaker. Ensure the breaker is specifically designed and compatible with your panel's brand and model. Connect the black and red (hot) wires of the new electrical cable to the breaker's terminals, the white (neutral) wire to the neutral bus bar, and the bare copper (ground) wire to the ground bus bar, following all safety guidelines and electrical codes. In the garage, mount the Tesla Wall Connector (shown at 0:55) to a sturdy wall stud using appropriate mounting hardware. Carefully connect the routed electrical wire to the corresponding terminals within the Wall Connector, strictly adhering to the manufacturer's installation manual.
Goal: Electrically connect the charger to the panel and mount it
Tools and materials
- Drill — For pre-drilling mounting holes for the Wall Connector
- Level — To ensure the Wall Connector is mounted straight
- Screwdriver Set — For securing the breaker, wiring terminals, and mounting the Wall Connector
- Stud Finder — To locate a suitable and sturdy mounting stud for the Wall Connector
- Wire Strippers — For preparing wire ends for connection
- 40-amp Double-Pole Circuit Breaker — New circuit breaker for the EV charger circuit
- Mounting Hardware — Screws or anchors suitable for mounting the charger securely
- Tesla Wall Connector Tesla — The Electric Vehicle charging unit