2.2.3
Paper Eject
The completion of paper eject is detected in the following manner:
(a) when the leading edge of the paper push up the eject sensor actuator located
in the fixing unit, the photo sensor (photo interrupter) is opened and detects the
start of paper eject motion.
(b) After that, when the bottom of the edge of paper has passed through the paper
eject sensor actuator, the photo sensor is closed and the completion of paper
eject motion is recognized.
Eject sensor actuator
Sensor
Transfer roller
Fixing unit
Heat roller
Fig. 2.22
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Presure roller
Eject sensor actuator
Eject roller
Paper