Toner Overflow Detection - Ricoh M5 Service Manual

25, 1985
May,

2. Toner Overflow Detection

Toner Overflow Sensor
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This copier uses a photosensor to detect toner overflow (used toner tank full). When the toner tank
is empty the rubber cup rests inside the master unit.
However, when the toner tank is full, toner
pushes the rubber cup outward.
The rubber This turns off
cup enters the toner over flow sensor.
the overflow sensor, lighting the Replace Master Unit indicator.
Copies cannot be made until the
master unit is replaced.
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