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Significant Accounting Policies - Warranty Costs (Details) | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2017
Significant Accounting Policies |
Warranty period | 1 year

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- Definition Represents the warranty period from the date of final acceptance on the products purchased by customers. + References No definition available. + Details
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