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Note 6 Contingencies (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | 3 Months Ended |
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Dec. 29, 2012 | Sep. 29, 2012
Loss Contingencies [Line Items] |  |
Contingent Liability | $ 18.4 | $ 18.5
Exposure for Uncollectible Receivables and Inventory | 8.0 |
Reserve for Uncollectible Receivables and Inventory | 6.0 |
Uncollectible Receivables and Inventory Write-downs for the Period | $ 5.1 |

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