Ricoh Gestetner 5430 - Paper Feed; Overview

PAPER FEED 31 October 2001
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6.7 PAPER FEED
6.7.1 OVERVIEW
This mechanism feeds blank copy paper into the printer. (☛!: Handling Paper –
Paper Feed – Paper Feed Methods – Friction Pad)
Mechanism
The paper table is lifted.
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The pick-up roller [A] picks up a sheet of paper.
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The feed roller [B] and the separation pad [C] only allow one sheet to pass.
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The registration rollers [D] feed the paper.
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The print is made.
NOTE: 1) A dedicated stepper motor (paper feed motor) controls the feed roller
and the pick-up roller.
2) A dedicated stepper motor (registration motor) controls the registration
roller.
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[A]
[B]
[C]
[D]