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Note 6 (Detail) - Warranty Reserve and General Liability Reserve (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | 3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended
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Apr. 30, 2013 | Apr. 30, 2012 | Apr. 30, 2013 | Apr. 30, 2012
Balance, beginning of period | $ 121,135 | $ 124,725 | $ 121,149 | $ 123,865
Charges incurred during the period | (3,594) | (9,637) | (10,592) | (17,367)
Changes to pre-existing reserves | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0
Balance, end of period | 125,274 | 123,580 | 125,274 | 123,580
Selling, General and Administrative Expenses [Member] |  |  |  |
Product warranty accrual additions | 4,217 | 4,268 | 8,406 | 6,924
Cost of Sales [Member] |  |  |  |
Product warranty accrual additions | $ 3,516 | $ 4,224 | $ 6,311 | $ 10,158

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