DuroStar DS10000EH - 8000/10000W Dual Fuel Generator With Electric Start

To sum up, the DuroStar DS10000EH is a portable generator tailored for:

• Food van owners who know that just a short power outage could lose them hundreds of dollars
• Homeowners in need of an emergency backup power for their essentials
• Professionals in need of safely powering high-intensity work or lighting equipment

In the forthcoming sections, you'll delve into its power characteristics, the various outlets it offers, its overall portability, and the additional features it boasts.

Power & Run Time

The DuroStar DS10000EH

The DuroStar DS10000EH, equipped with dual-fuel technology and delivering 120/240V, ensures both power and versatility. Running on gasoline, it delivers a running wattage of 8,000W and a starting wattage of 10,000W. On propane, it provides 7,600 running watts and 9,500 starting watts.

Featuring a noise rating of 72 dBA (just slightly more noisy than a vacuum cleaner), the generator is equipped with both a manual recoil starter system and a simple and elegant electric starter (battery included) for starting.

Regarding its running time, the DS10000EH, with a 8.3 gallons fuel capacity, can operate for up to 22 hours with a full tank of gasoline (fuel consumption around 0.38 GPH). When using propane, it can run for up to 8.5 hours (on a 20 lbs tank - propane consumption around 0.55 GPH).

Since the DS10000EH has a somewhat high THD (<12%), it is advisable to not use it for the powering of sensitive electronic devices.

Outlets

The control panel features the upcoming 5 AC outlets:

Moreover, it comes equipped with 1 DC outlet: there's a 12V 8A output with which charging your batteries is made easy.

Even though this DuroStar generator isn't quite RV Ready, its L5-30R receptacle allows an easy RV connection via an L5-30P to TT-30R adaptor. Besides, with its twist-lock L14-30R receptacle, the DS10000EH is configured to be transfer switch ready, allowing straightforward connection to your breaker box to supply backup power to your home during outages.

Portability

At L29 x W30 x H26 in, the traditional open frame structure of the DuroStar DS10000EH ensures stability while facilitating convenient maintenance access to components and promoting air cooling. This type of design is ideal for tough environments and heavy outdoor use.

Since the generator weighs 220 lbs, it will be incredibly difficult to manually lift it and transport it, even though it is technically considered to 'be portable' (in the sense that it is movable). Nevertheless, it can still be moved quite conveniently with the help of its wheel kit (⌀10") and its folding handle, once it is placed on the ground.

Features

The DS10000EH's control panel

The DS10000EH and its control panel include a handy voltmeter that allows you to easily monitor power output anytime. This feature comes handy when monitoring its status and activity.

In addition to this info, the device’s light indicator will display if its oil levels are insufficient.

With its built-in fuel gauge, the generator provides quick and convenient gas level checks.

Regarding security, the generator comes with an automatic low oil shut-off and an overload protection (circuit breaker), providing peace of mind during operation.

Apart from the standard documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab) to facilitate setup, the DuroStar DS10000EH features extra accessories: funnel, battery charging cables, tool kit and propane hose. An official storage cover is also available, as a separate purchase.