Toshiba e-studio 160 - Functions of Each Part (Fuser Unit); Fuser Unit Components - Thermostats; Paper Exit Unit Components

December 2002 TOSHIBA TEC 14 - 5 e-STUDIO160/200/250 FUSER UNIT/EXIT UNIT
(8) Fuser thermostat 1
The thermostat cuts the power to the heater lamps if the heater roller become abnormally hot as a
result of thermistor malfunction, for example. The thermostat on this copier is for preventing abnormal
operation. When the thermostat detects an abnormality, the thermostat must be replaced together
with the other damaged parts in the fuser.
(9) Fuser thermostat 2
Fuser thermostat 2 cuts the power to the heater lamps if fuser thermostat 1 malfunctions. When
fuser thermostat 2 detects an abnormality, it must be replaced together with any other damaged
parts.
14.5.2 Paper exit unit
(1) Exit roller
The exit roller turns as the power of the main motor or ADU motor (Upper) is transmitted to it through
the gear of the fuser, thereby transporting the paper.
(2) Pinch roller
The pinch roller helps the exit roller transport the paper. The pinch roller is pressed against the exit
roller by the spring so that it is turned by the power of the exit roller.
(3) Exit sensor
The exit sensor detects the transport of paper at the paper exit unit. A paper jam is detected accord-
ing to the on/off timing of the exit sensor.
(4) Exit guide
The exit guide is used as a guide for transporting the paper to the option ADU.