Finisher for an image forming apparatus

Details Finisher for an image forming apparatus Finisher for an image forming apparatus

2006-01-17

2006-01-17

Walsh, Donald P. (Department: 3653)

Sheet feeding or delivering

Delivering

Multiple discharge

C271S298000, C271S215000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06986511

ABSTRACT:
A finisher for finishing papers sequentially driven out of an image forming apparatus includes a plurality of trays selectively movable to a single paper outlet. The finisher reduces a period of time necessary for designated one of the trays to reach the paper outlet, increases the number of papers which can be stacked on the trays, and determines the number of papers stacked with a simple configuration. Papers are prevented from returning from the tray to the paper outlet without complicating the configuration of the outlet. An outlet roller protrudes from the paper outlet, but does not interfere with the tray moving past the paper outlet. The trays protect the operator from injury and protect the structural elements of the finisher from damage despite their movement.

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