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Derivatives And Fair Value Measurements (Schedule Of The Effect Of Derivative Instruments On The Statements Of Operations) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Oct. 03, 2015 | Sep. 27, 2014 | Sep. 28, 2013
Interest Rate Swaps [Member] |  |  |
Amount of Gain or (Loss) Recognized in Other Comprehensive Income ("OCI") on Derivative (Effective Portion) | $ (1,258) | $ (393) | $ 961
Foreign Exchange Forward [Member] |  |  |
Amount of Gain or (Loss) Recognized in Other Comprehensive Income ("OCI") on Derivative (Effective Portion) | (15,660) | 1,198 | (1,389)
Treasury Lock [Member] |  |  |
Amount of Gain or (Loss) Recognized in Other Comprehensive Income ("OCI") on Derivative (Effective Portion) | 0 | 0 | 0
Income Tax (Benefit) Expense [Member] |  |  |
Amount of Gain or (Loss) Recognized in Other Comprehensive Income ("OCI") on Derivative (Effective Portion) | $ 0 | $ 0 | $ 0

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