Calor Gas

Cylinder Hire Charge

If I don't have a Calor Gas cylinder do I need to pay a cylinder hire charge ?

Yes, you will need to pay a cylinder hire charge which covers the cost and maintenance of the Calor cylinder.

How much is the cylinder hire charge ?

For most cylinders it is £34.25 (inc. VAT)

If I return my Calor cylinder do I get the cylinder hire charge back ?

As long as you keep your receipt (proof of purchase) and are able to show the receipt to the driver on collection of the cylinder you will get a proportion of the cylinder hire charge back. The proportion refunded is based on the number of years you have had the cylinder. Please note that refunds are not returned by the drivers. The office will contact you within 2 working days to arrange your refund. Please see the table below.

Note: Calor cylinders always remain the property of Calor Gas Ltd

Which Calor gas cylinder should I use for my barbecue / patio heater / portable heater ?

Appliances should generally state which cylinders they are compatible with, but if you are unsure refer to our flow chart or call us on 020 8807 4633

How can I monitor how much gas is left in a cylinder?

Calor’s 5kg and 13kg Patio Gas cylinders are fitted with Calor's new Gas Trac - an indicator which tells you when you are running low on gas. For all other cylinders, the empty tare weight can be found on a metal disc on the shroud, this gives the weight of the cylinder in pounds and ounces. To convert this to kilograms multiply this number by 0.453592. Once you have the empty weight of the cylinder you weigh the full cylinder on scales then take the empty tare cylinder weight off the total, this will give you how much gas you have left in the cylinder. The can be compared with the full cylinder, e.g. 13kg.

What is the empty weight of cylinders?

All bottles will vary depending on their size, etc. The weight written on the metal disc on the shroud is the weight of the empty cylinder.

What are the dimensions of cylinders?

How full is a Calor gas cylinder in a full condition, in percentage terms?

All cylinders are 80-87% full as space needs to be left for the expansion of liquid. The weight on the front of the cylinder is the total weight of gas in the bottle.

Disposal and Return

I have inherited unwanted empty Calor cylinders, and I would like to know how to dispose of them, would you be able to arrange their removal ?

Yes we are able to collect empty Calor cylinders. Please call us on 020 8807 4633 to find out when we are next in your area. There is no charge for the collection service.

I have an empty cylinder which I no longer need and do not have the cylinder receipt of purchase; does that mean that I am unable to claim any available refund ?

Unfortunately yes, although we are happy to take the Calor cylinder back.

Other Info

I would like to exchange my cylinder for a different size, can I do this?

Yes.

I have purchased a Calor cylinder and want to know if I should have received a regulator with it, or do I have to buy one separately ?

No, regulators are usually supplied on the appliance. Alternatively you can purchase one on our website.

Do cylinders come delivered to me sealed? How are they sealed ?

Yes, there is an orange plastic cap on the valve.

Taking cylinders abroad/availability of Calor abroad?

You can take standard Calor cylinders abroad but you will not be able to purchase them outside the UK. Campingaz cylinders are available abroad.