
Paper
The paper
If the main motor rotates clockwise, the rotation is transmitted to the intermediate gear of the planetary gear system. As the intermediate gear rotates, the
If the paper feed solenoid is retracted and the clutch release lever is operated according to the cam profile of the
The solenoid on/off timing and the clutch release lever timing allow this mechanism to pull in a sheet and register it against the registration roller.
Paper feeding and ejecting mechanism
If the main motor rotates clockwise, the rotation is transmitted via the gear train to the drum drive gear, heater roller drive gear, and paper ejection roller drive gear.
After the paper passes through the
If the leading edge of the paper pushes up the actuator of the paper ejection sensor, the photosensor becomes opened, signaling the start of paper ejection. If the trailing edge has passed through the sensor actuator, the sensor becomes closed, signaling the completion of paper ejection. Then, the main motor stops rotation.