DuroStar  4,500 Watt Dual Fuel Portable Generator w/ CO Alert
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4,500 Watt Dual Fuel Portable Generator w/ CO Alert

DuroStar DS4500DX
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The DS4500DX is perfect for power at home and on-the-go, with 4,500 peak watts and 3,500 running watts. Powered by our 212cc DuroStar engine, this Dual Fuel generator is excellent for camping, RVs, power on the jobsite, and will run various household essentials such as lights and appliances when the power goes out.
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Power Wherever and Whenever You Need It

With 4,500 watts of power, the DS4500DX Dual Fuel generator will keep you powered at home or on the go, while keeping your family safe from harmful fumes with CO Alert.

Dual Fuel Technology

DuroStar Dual Fuel Technology allows your generator to run on either gasoline or propane, offering the freedom and flexibility of fuel choice. 

The Heart of a DuroStar

At the core of all our products resides a robust DuroStar engine. Designed for Power. Designed to Last.

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Power Panel

The DS4500DX comes equipped with a sleek digital control center and a wide variety of outlets to suit your needs, including our MX2 Switch which doubles the 120V power for your RV.

Control Center

Plugs

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Propane inlet

A convenient front facing hook up for propane with a standard flare fitting connection to easily hook up your propane tank to the generator.

Start Button

A convenient push button to easily start the generator electrically. Just hold the button for 1 second to start the generator.

Digital Multimeter

We’ve upgraded this generator with an advanced computer system and a large LED display. View the gas gauge, load gauge, as well as the voltage, frequency, and runtime at a glance.

Low Oil Alert

Designed with safety in mind to shut the engine down if the engine oil becomes too low and keep your engine protected.

CO Alert

An additional safety feature that will alert and shut the generator off before harmful levels of CO accumulate to keep you protected.

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120/240V 30 AMP

A conventional NEMA L14-30 outlet for an easy connection to most 30 Amp transfer switches for your home back up power needs.

120V 20 Amp GFCI

A convenient GFCI NEMA 5-20 outlet to OSHA standards with high compatibility for a direct connection to most 120V household products.

MX2 Power Boost

Our exclusive MX2 Power Boost is an indispensable feature for RV enthusiasts. Get the maximum power from each of the 120-volt receptacles – choose between operating the generator at both 120V and 240V simultaneously, or at 120V-only with full power, turning it to one powerhouse circuit.

Circuit Breaker

A safety feature that will help keep you and the generator protected in the event of an overload or short circuit.

DS4500DX Specifications

Gasoline
Peak Wattage 4,500
Running Wattage 3,500
Running Amperage at 120V 29.17
Running Amperage at 240V 14.58
Runtime at 25% Load 25 hours
Runtime at 50% Load 10 hours
Propane
Peak Wattage 4,275
Running Wattage 3,325
Running Amperage at 120V 27.71
Running Amperage at 240V 13.85
Runtime at 25% Load 20 hours
Runtime at 50% Load 9 hours
Engine & Emission Specifications
Engine Manufacturer DuroStar Power Equipment
Engine Type 4-Stroke
Valve Type OHV
Engine Cooling Type Forced Air
Engine Size 212cc
Engine Speed 3600 RPM
Starting Type Rocker Switch
Electric Start Yes
Recoil Start Yes
Fuel Delivery System Carburetor
Fuel Types Gasoline and Propane
Oil Cooling Type Splash
Recommended Oil 10W-30
Recommended Oil Types Blended, Conventional, or Synthetic
Oil Capacity 20.3 fluid oz
Suggested Propane Tank Size 20 lbs. minimum
Automatic Low Oil Shutdown Yes
Cast Iron Sleeve Yes
Bearing Type Stainless Steel Ball Bearing
CO Sensor Shutdown Yes
EPA Certified Yes
CARB Certified Yes
50 State Emissions Yes
Panel Specifications
GFCI Outlets Yes
Volt Meter Digital
Hour Meter Yes
5-20R 4
L14-30R 1
Generator Specifications
Manufacturer DuroStar Power Equipment
Part # DS4500DX
Voltage 120/240 Volts
Frequency 60 Hertz
GFCI Outlets Yes
Propane Hose & Regulator Included
Winding Material 100% Copper Windings
Automatic Voltage Regulator Yes
Battery Type 12V SLA
Battery Included Yes
RV Ready Yes
Home Backup Ready Yes
Fuel Tank Capacity Gasoline 4 Gallons
Fuel Gauge Yes
All Metal Construction Yes
Product Dimensions 25"-Long x 23"-Wide x 22"-High
Product Dry Weight 126-lbs
Product Weight 129-lbs
Volume (db) 69 dB
UPC 811640016685
Warranty 5 Year
Wheel & Handle Kit Included
Wheel Type Metal Hub
Wheel Diameter 8-Inches
What's in the Box? DS4500DX Generator, Oil Funnel, Spark Plug Wrench, Tool Set, Wheel & Handle Kit, Propane Regulator, and Owners Manual

Durable

Built to withstand severe weather and years of heavy wear-and-tear

Rugged

Constructed with a heavy-duty all metal frame and power panel – no plastic parts

Dependable

Power wherever and whenever you need it – no-flat tires roll easily over any terrain
CO Alert

Our innovative CO Alert eliminates the threat of carbon monoxide poisoning by automatically shutting down the generator when harmful fumes are detected

Home Power Backup, Reimagined

Stay powered with our DX line of portable generators

Power Your Adventures

The DS4500DX is perfect for RVs, Camping, Tailgating, and Power On-the-Go

Power at Home... or On-The-Go

DuroStar portable generators are designed to be mobile and versatile, with the ability to provide power whenever and wherever you need it. Unlike traditional standby generators that are large, expensive, yet only serve one purpose, DuroStar generators will power you whether you’re at home, on an RV trip, or at the jobsite.

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DS4500DX Specifications

Gasoline
Peak Wattage 4,500
Running Wattage 3,500
Running Amperage at 120V 29.17
Running Amperage at 240V 14.58
Runtime at 25% Load 25 hours
Runtime at 50% Load 10 hours
Propane
Peak Wattage 4,275
Running Wattage 3,325
Running Amperage at 120V 27.71
Running Amperage at 240V 13.85
Runtime at 25% Load 20 hours
Runtime at 50% Load 9 hours
Engine & Emission Specifications
Engine Manufacturer DuroStar Power Equipment
Engine Type 4-Stroke
Valve Type OHV
Engine Cooling Type Forced Air
Engine Size 212cc
Engine Speed 3600 RPM
Starting Type Rocker Switch
Electric Start Yes
Recoil Start Yes
Fuel Delivery System Carburetor
Fuel Types Gasoline and Propane
Oil Cooling Type Splash
Recommended Oil 10W-30
Recommended Oil Types Blended, Conventional, or Synthetic
Oil Capacity 20.3 fluid oz
Suggested Propane Tank Size 20 lbs. minimum
Automatic Low Oil Shutdown Yes
Cast Iron Sleeve Yes
Bearing Type Stainless Steel Ball Bearing
CO Sensor Shutdown Yes
EPA Certified Yes
CARB Certified Yes
50 State Emissions Yes
Panel Specifications
GFCI Outlets Yes
Volt Meter Digital
Hour Meter Yes
5-20R 4
L14-30R 1
Generator Specifications
Manufacturer DuroStar Power Equipment
Part # DS4500DX
Voltage 120/240 Volts
Frequency 60 Hertz
GFCI Outlets Yes
Propane Hose & Regulator Included
Winding Material 100% Copper Windings
Automatic Voltage Regulator Yes
Battery Type 12V SLA
Battery Included Yes
RV Ready Yes
Home Backup Ready Yes
Fuel Tank Capacity Gasoline 4 Gallons
Fuel Gauge Yes
All Metal Construction Yes
Product Dimensions 25"-Long x 23"-Wide x 22"-High
Product Dry Weight 126-lbs
Product Weight 129-lbs
Volume (db) 69 dB
UPC 811640016685
Warranty 5 Year
Wheel & Handle Kit Included
Wheel Type Metal Hub
Wheel Diameter 8-Inches
What's in the Box? DS4500DX Generator, Oil Funnel, Spark Plug Wrench, Tool Set, Wheel & Handle Kit, Propane Regulator, and Owners Manual

Warranty Information

DuroMax stands behind this Generator with a 5 Year parts and technical service warranty. Our USA based teams are available to help walk-through, troubleshoot or diagnose. Nationwide service centers fix any issues - DuroMax has you covered!

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