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Product Warranties (Details) | 3 Months Ended
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Nov. 28, 2020
Minimum [Member] |
Product warranties with original equipment manufacturers | 30 days
Maximum [Member] |
Warranty period | 1 year
Product warranties with original equipment manufacturers | 90 days

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