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What was the name of the British fur trading company?

What was the name of the British fur trading company? Hudson's Bay Company Britain became the master of the fur trade in North America after it took control of New France in the 1760s. The most important fur trading companies were the Hudson's Bay Company and the North West Company (NWC). The NWC was founded in 1779. The HBC and the NWC were fierce rivals. What companies were in the fur trade? Five companies that dominated the Canadian fur tradeCompagnie de la Nouvelle France. The Hudson's Bay Company. Compagnie de la Baie du Nord. The North West Company. XY Company....

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Should my oven heating element glow red?

Should my oven heating element glow red? After a preheating period on the broil setting, the coil should glow bright orange or red. If you notice patches that are not glowing or are glowing a different color, this is a good sign that you will need to replace your broil element. Should oven elements glow? It should be bright orange. If it is not orange, or if parts of it are not orange, you need to replace the lower heating element. After you finish testing the lower heating element, turn your oven off." Can an oven element caught fire? If...

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Why wont my sprinklers turn on?

Why wont my sprinklers turn on? Backflow Device Valves If your sprinkler system won't turn on or if you have low water pressure, this could be caused by the valves not being turned on all the way. Just locate the valves and make sure they are both turned on (you should have 2 valves, one located on the horizontal pipes and one for the vertical ones). How do I increase water pressure in my lawn sprinklers? Remove a few sprinkler heads from each of the zones in your system and cap the plumbing that led to them. Decreasing the number...

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How do you remove graffiti from an RV?

How do you remove graffiti from an RV? paint thinner is the trick. apply the thinner to a rag, don't use a spray bottle it applies to much for to long. you will have to re wax it if the surface was originally waxed, which also makes graffiti easier to remove if applied before being tagged. How do you get paint off a fiberglass trailer? The best way to remove paint from fiberglass is to have a commercial garage “soda blast” it. Soda blasting is the same process as sand blasting, but using baking soda to avoid damage to the...

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Is the Kenmore 110 washing machine easy to use?

Is the Kenmore 110 washing machine easy to use? The Kenmore 110 Series is an easy to use home Washing machine created by Kenmore. Why won't washer fill? These are some common tools used to work on this device. You might not need every tool for every procedure. Where is the model number on a Kenmore washing machine? This page is designed for the model 110.44722401. The model number is found under the lid. Diagnose any issues you may be having with your Kenmore 110 Series using our Kenmore 110 Series Troubleshooting Guide. Can a Kenmore washer hook up to...

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How many handicap spots are required?

How many handicap spots are required? 2010 Standards (208.2)Total Number of Parking Spaces Provided in Parking Facility (per facility)(Column A) Minimum Number of Accessible Parking Spaces (car and van)500 to 10002% of total parking provided in each lot or structure1001 and over20 plus 1 for each 100 over 1000*one out of every 6 accessible spaces Which of the following are the dimensions required for a handicap accessible parking space? ADA Parking Space Dimensions A handicapped parking space should be at least 8 feet in width. An access aisle for an automobile-accessible space should be a minimum of 5 feet in...

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What is the best way to clean rocks?

What is the best way to clean rocks? Add 1/4 cup of bleach and stir. Let the rocks soak for about two days. If stains, dirt or grit still remain on the rocks, apply denture cleaner or a paste made from baking soda and water and scrub them with a toothbrush or small nylon bristle brush. How do you clean dirty landscape rocks? Use a broom to remove any loose dirt. Rinse using a garden hose to wash off mud. Scrubbing the rocks with vinegar and a scrub brush will remove algae and moss. Re-rinse rocks after scrubbing with a...

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What is a board foot considered?

What is a board foot considered? A board foot is a wood measurement for a piece of lumber 12" wide by 1' long by 1" thick for estimating purposes. How many board feet is a 2x4? An 8'-2x4 has 5.3 board feet. A 16' 2x4 will have 10.6 board feet and a 14'-2x4 will have 9.3 board feet. How to calculate board footage in feet and inches? We sell most of our lumber by the board foot. A board foot is actually a measure of volume. By definition, a board foot is one square foot, one inch thick. To calculate...

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Why is my washing machine not washing properly?

Why is my washing machine not washing properly? A common reason why your washing machines is not cleaning clothes properly is because the line leading from the detergent tray to the drum has become clogged up with washing up powder. In future, use less detergent – too much detergent will build up inside the machine. What is wrong with my washing machine? Be sure that hose washers are not cracked or broken and are seated properly in the hose. Check water lines and faucets to ensure that they are not leaking. Check to see that the washer is draining properly...

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Are corn burners safe?

Are corn burners safe? Burning Wood Pellets or Other Grains Corn tends to burn hotter than wood pellets and can cause damage to a stove designed to burn only wood pellets. If the stove has been tested and certified to burn a variety of pelleted fuel materials in addition to corn, then it is possible. What do you burn in a corn stove? A corn stove will burn any dried corn you add to the hopper, but higher quality, clean and dry corn will burn the hottest. Feed corn produced for animals is usually high grade and perfect for your...