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@stevo I used to have my SHWS on my CL too. When switched to TOU I looked at the rates for that load including the daily CL fee. Even though the CL rate was less than the OP Rate on the TOU I would need to use a lot of CL power to make it worthwhile, so I had the CL removed. For the SHWS I now have the Electric Booster turned off and just use the Solar. When the water gets warm I stick on the Booster during OP hours. This only happens a few days a year.

Personally I would not touch a Powerwall. Firstly I do not like the chemistry, which has only a medium level lifespan, but mainly due to the identity of the owner.

@jacksavage I do not think that Controlled Load has ever worked that way. When it says it is controlled by the meter, this is done by control signals being sent on top of the Mains. These signals turn on and off your supply when it suits the supplier. This is so they can balance their loads to make their supply more efficient and economical. They want as constant a load on the generators as possible, so when the demand is low they can switch on more consumption to achieve this goal. The paramet ...

@manpreet02 The way I suggest is to buy a Mains Power MeterThe one in the link is from Jaycar, but similar units are available at other retailers and online.These units will show how much power the device is using. You can then work out if it is worthwhile changing to more efficient appliances.The devices which will use most power are those which Heat or Cool. So Refrigeration, Air Con, Hot Water Heaters, Space Heaters etc.