Image forming apparatus having a mounting/dismounting mechanism
US5848329A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 2, 1997 |
| Grant date | Dec 8, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 2, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG03G2221/1651
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An image forming apparatus including a plurality of image forming units or process units is disclosed. The process units may each be moved into and out of the body of the apparatus by hand. A plurality of support members for supporting the ends of the process units to be operated by hand extend substantially parallel to a linear path for conveying a recording medium, but outside of paths for moving the process units into and out of the apparatus body. A positioning mechanism positions the above end of the individual process unit relative to the support members. The positioning mechanism is implemented by holes formed in the support members, and pins studded on a positioning wall included in the individual process unit. The apparatus allows the process units to be positioned thereon accurately with a high mechanical strength, while allowing them to be mounted and dismounted with ease.
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