9-3. Shutter
The connection between the Toner Hopper and Imaging Unit is provided with
a Shutter which prevents toner from spilling when the Imaging Unit is slid out
of the copier.
Imaging Unit Out of Copier
Imaging Unit
9-4. Toner Hopper Home Position Detection
Toner Replenishing Motor M8 is fitted with a Home Position Plate which is
detected by Toner Hopper Home Position Sensor PC112. This ensures that
the Toner Bottle is located so that its opening is positioned on top whenever
M8 is deenergized.
Imaging Unit in Position in Copier
Shutter
Toner Hopper Home
Position Sensor PC112
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Toner Replenishing Motor M8
Home Position Plate