EPSON AcuLaser C1900/AcuLaser C900
2.4.4 Development Process
2.4.4.1 Toner Cartridge Rack
At printing in individual colors, the Toner Cartridge Rack is turned to locate the relevant
one of the toner cartridges for the four colors (Bk, Y, M and C) at the development position.
DRIVING OF TONER CARTRIDGE RACK
The Toner Cartridge Rack is driven by the Rack Motor (M2).
DRIVING OF DEVELOPMENT ROLLER
The Development Roller is driven by the Rack Motor (M2) and the Development Roller
Gears.
When the Toner Cartridge Rack has stopped at the development position, the Rack Motor
(M2) and the Development Roller Gears drives to rotate the Development Roller.
Operating Principles
Toner Cartridge Rack
Direction of rotation
Development Roller Gears
Rack motor (M2)
Rack Clutch (CL1)
Description of Mechanisms
Toner Cartridge
Figure 2-11. Driving of Toner Cartridge Rack
Figure 2-12. Driving of Development Roller
Revision B
OPC Drum
Development Roller
Development roller
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