Annual report pursuant to Section 13 and 15(d)

Nature of Business and Basis of Presentation (Details)

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Nature of Business and Basis of Presentation (Details)
3 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Sep. 29, 2012
Dec. 29, 2012
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Dec. 31, 2011
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Nature of Business and Basis of Presentation      
Interest in a joint venture (as a percent)   50.00%  
Number of states generating recyclable appliances   12  
Number of weeks reflected in operating results   52 52
Term of contractual agreement between GE and the entity 6 years    
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Nature of Business and Basis of Presentation      
Interest in a joint venture (as a percent) 50.00%