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3.3 Feeder Circuit Diagram
This printer uses the "C" type of feeder circuit.
The feeder system consists of the following components:
1. Pickup Roller:
Feeds the paper to the print area through friction.
2. Electromagnet:
Works with the clutch gear to control the movement of the pickup roller.
3. Clutch Gear:
Works with the electromagnet to control the movement of the pickup roller.
4. Separator Component:
Feeds individual sheets through friction.
5. Top of the Page Sensor
Detects whether the paper arrives at the print area within the specified time
range.
6. Damper
Supports the paper before it arrives at the pickup roller and separator.
Output Tray
Feeder tray
Feed Sensor