Method and apparatus for storing accessories inside a printing device
US4808021A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 30, 1988 |
| Grant date | Feb 28, 1989 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 30, 2008 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41J29/16
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Method and apparatus for storing accessories inside a printing device, wherein the apparatus includes a storage enclosure, which is secured pivotally to the housing of the printing device, and which is capable of assuming at least one open position and one closed position. The storage enclosure is substantially housed within the carriage swept volume, when it is located in the closed position, without interfering with the path of travel of the carriage assembly, when it is in the open position. A cover protects the inner printing mechanism when the storage enclosure is in the open position. A catch mechanism retains the storage enclosure in stable open and closed positions.
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