Imaging unit having a pivoting, collapsible handle
US8718511B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 20, 2012 |
| Grant date | May 6, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 29, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG03G2221/1846
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An imaging unit of an image forming apparatus is provided including a handle mechanism. The imaging unit includes at least one of a photoconductor unit and a developer unit for developing a toner on the photoconductor unit. The handle mechanism is mounted on a frame portion of the housing and is configured to pivot between a collapsed position and an extended position. When in the collapsed position, the handle mechanism is substantially flush with a surface of the housing to accommodate a toner cartridge. When in the extended position, the handle mechanism automatically returns to the collapsed position by gravity when released from a user's grip.
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