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.

Abstract: Improved chimney flue cleaning apparatus including a chimney cap operable to support a pair of horizontally disposed pulleys; a horizontally disposed drum rotatably mounted in the flue adjacent its lowermost end; a handle for rotating the drum; and an endless cable, with attached brush, threaded about the pulleys and drum. The drum is provided with a single groove helically wound about its exterior surface in threadlike manner. The cable may be wrapped one or more turns about the drum to prevent slippage of the cable. A cable adjustment is provided for controlling cable tension. The brush may be provided with arms having cable engaging apertures for proper centering and stability of the brush as it moves in a vertical upward and downward direction, dependent upon the direction in which the drum is rotated.