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Test Installation

Check Data on Tasmota Dashboard

  1. Open the Tasmota web interface in your browser (your Stromleser's IP address)
  2. Scroll down to the SML section
  3. You should now see your electricity consumption data

Expected Display

Tasmota Dashboard with Values

Typical display:

SML
Consumption: 12345.678 kWh
Power: 1250 W

Simple Test

Turn on a device with high power consumption (e.g., kettle) and observe if the power value on the dashboard increases.

Frequently Asked Questions

No values are displayed

  1. Check if the script is enabled: Tools → Edit Script → "Script enabled" should be checked
  2. Make sure the PIN is correctly entered in the script
  3. Check the position of the Stromleser on the D0 interface

Values are 0 or unrealistic

1. Check script configuration:

The script must have a 1 at the end of the meter line (TX GPIO):

Correct:   +1,3,s,16,9600,MT175,1
Wrong: +1,3,s,16,9600,MT175

2. Check meter PIN:

Make sure your electricity meter is unlocked:

  • PIN OFF - PIN protection must be disabled
  • INFO ON - Data output must be enabled

Contact your grid operator to unlock the meter.

Values fluctuate strongly

  • Adjust the position of the Stromleser by millimeters

Next Step

After successful testing, you can continue with Home Assistant Integration or App Integration.