v3.7.0.1

Product Warranties (Narrative) (Detail) | 6 Months Ended
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Jun. 30, 2017
Minimum |
Product Warranty Liability [Line Items] |
Warranty periods for products sold, in months and years | 1 year
Maximum |
Product Warranty Liability [Line Items] |
Warranty periods for products sold, in months and years | 2 years

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- Details
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