Chimney sweep
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chimney-sweep-184-2653858
title:
Chimney sweep
text:
A chimney sweep is a person who inspects then clears soot and creosote from chimneys. The chimney uses the pressure difference caused by a hot column of gas to create a draught and draw air over the hot coals or wood enabling continued combustion. Chimneys may be straight or contain many changes of direction. During normal operation, a layer of creosote builds up on the inside of the chimney, restricting the flow. The creosote can also catch fire, setting the chimney alight. The chimney must be
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wiki
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encyclopedia
description:
Person who cleans chimneys
original url:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chimney_sweep
date created:
2003-06-28T03:34:32Z
date modified:
2024-09-07T12:19:12Z
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