As staple cam 1 rotates, it raises the staple-press head-plate 1. This forms the flat staple into a "u"
shape. While this is happening, the staple arm raises the swing guide.
Figure 5-33 Staple operation (2 of 3)
As staple cam 2 rotates, it raises staple-press head-plate 2. This pushes the staple up and through
the media. The staple arm raises the back end of the support base, bringing its front end in contact
with the staple legs that protrude through the media and folding the staple legs to complete the
staple operation.
Figure 5-34 Staple operation (3 of 3)
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