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3. Stapling Operation
3.1 Outline
Staple operation is performed to staple a specified sheets of paper using a stapler unit.
The stapling position depends on the staple mode and paper size.
When the machine starts immediately after power-on, the finisher controller PCB drives
the slide motor (M8) to return the stapler unit to the home position. The stapler unit starts
moving toward the front of the stapler frame. It stops when the slide home position sensor
(PI18) on the slide PCB located under the stapler unit. Next, the slide motor is driven a
specified number of pulses. The stapler unit moves to rear standby position at the back of
the machine, entering the standby state.
Sensor
Slide home position
sensor
Staple home position
sensor
Staple empty sensor
Staple top position
sensor
Function
Moves the stapler.
Performs stapling operation.
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Simbol
Connector
PI18
CN11-3
Detects the home position for the
stapler moving back and forth.
PI19
CN11-4
Detects the home position for the
stapling operation
PI20
CN11-5
Detects presence or absence of
staples in the cartridge.
PI21
CN11-6
Detects the staple top position.
Motor
Slide motor
Staple/fold motor
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CHAPTER 2 OUTLINE OF OPERATION
Function
Symbol
Remarks
M8
–
M7
–
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Remarks
–
In the stapler
In the stapler
In the stapler
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