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Revenue Recognition (Narrative) (Details) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended
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Jun. 30, 2018 USD ($) | Jun. 30, 2018 USD ($)
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items] |  |
Standard product warranty, term | 1 year |
Up-front customer loyalty programs and volume commitment programs |  |
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items] |  |
Deferred revenue | $ 975.0 | $ 975.0
Deferred revenue, expected recognition within remainder of year, percentage |  | 15.00%
Deferred revenue, expected recognition during year two, percentage |  | 25.00%
Deferred revenue, expected recognition during year three, percentage |  | 20.00%
Deferred revenue, expected recognition thereafter, percentage |  | 40.00%
Minimum |  |
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items] |  |
Payment term |  | 30 days
Maximum |  |
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items] |  |
Payment term |  | 60 days

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