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Commitments, Contingencies and Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements (Tables)
3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2012
Estimated Product Warranty Cost
Product Warranty Costs – Estimated costs related to product warranties are accrued at the time products are sold. In estimating its future warranty obligations, the Company considers various relevant factors, including the Companys stated warranty policies and practices, the historical frequency of claims and the cost to replace or repair its products under warranty.
 
   
THREE MONTHS ENDED
 
   
March 31,
   
March 31,
 
   
2012
   
2011
 
Beginning balance
  $ 51.5     $ 38.0  
Accruals during the period
    12.6       10.5  
Settlements made
    (4.7 )     (4.8 )
Ending balance
  $ 59.4     $ 43.7