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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
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