US 4,377,015 A · Stove pipe cleaning apparatus

Abstract

Apparatus for the cleaning of stove pipes, in place, comprising a stove pipe elbow of special construction, a brush, and a handle. The stove pipe elbow includes a large opening on its greatest curvature for brush removal and insertion and a lid for covering the opening to prevent toxic fumes from entering the room during use. The lid is provided with a longitudinal slot operable to slidingly receive the handle during the clean-out operation and permits the cleaning of stove pipes which are connected to the elbow in perpendicular orientation one to the other. A small cover plate is provided to cover the slot during periods of stove use. The handle, which is removed from the brush upon completion of the clean-out procedure, is preferably made of flexible material to facilitate use. The elbow may be provided with a brush storage compartment.

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Dependent claims

Stove pipe cleanout apparatus comprising:

a stove pipe elbow having an opening upon its greatest curvature, the opening adapted for passage of a brush therethrough and surrounded by a raised sleeve adapted to receive and hold brush means for storage;
a lid hingeably engaging the elbow and operable to engage the outer surface of said sleeve for closure of the opening, said lid including a longitudinal slot alignable with tubular projections of said elbow, the slot adapted to receive a brush handle and said lid further including slot closure means pivotally engaging said lid;
brush means insertable through the opening of said elbow;
and
handle means operable to removeably engage said brush through said slot for the cleaning of stove pipes.

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Stove pipe cleaning apparatus

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Stove pipe cleaning apparatus

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