Operation; Exit Position Shifting Mechanism - Konica Minolta bizhub 169 Service Manual

2. SHIFTING UNIT (SF-501)
2.2

Operation

2.2.1

Exit Position Shifting Mechanism

• Paper is fed into the Shifting Unit along a straight path or shifted from the reference
straight path position. This exit position shifting mechanism allows different finishing
functions offered by the machine (Non-Sort, Sort, and Group) to be effected.
<Straight Feeding>
• The paper that travels along a straight path is fed straight into the Shifting Unit without
being shifted sideways as the Exit Roller turns.
<Shifted Feeding>
• When the trailing edge of the paper transported to the exit section moves past the Fusing
Roller, the Shift Motor is energized to move the Transport Roller sideways.
• The paper is fed into the Shifting Unit as it is shifted sideways.
• The Exit Roller is moved sideways by turning the motor forward or backward.
• The Exit Roller is detected at its home position by a sensor.
Shift motor (M1)
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Theory of Operation Ver. 1.0 Apr. 2007
Exit Roller
Paper
Paper
Home sensor (PS1)
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Exit Roller
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