Theory of Operation Ver. 1.0 Aug. 2005
5.
Operation
5.1
Document pick-up mechanism
• The Document Pick-Up Section consists of the Pick-Up Rollers, Feed Roller and Separa-
tion Roller, and this section is driven by the Paper Feed Motor.
5.1.1
Pick-up operation
• When the Start key is pressed, the Paper Feed Motor starts turning backward, causing
the Pick-Up Roller to lower and start turning at the same time. At the same time, the
Feed Roller starts turning.
• The Pick-Up Rollers are in the raised position when in the standby state and in the low-
ered position during feeding.
Paper Feed Motor (M1-ADF)
Feed Roller
5. Operation
Pick-Up Roller
Separation
Roller
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