Image heating apparatus

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2007-09-11

2007-09-11

Gray, David M. (Department: 2852)

Electrophotography

Diagnostics

Fixing

Reexamination Certificate

active

11626056

ABSTRACT:
The invention prevents cracking of heater that may occur when a fixing device becomes uncontrollable and provides an image forming apparatus that is advantageous from the viewpoint of recycling of parts. A heater support member that supports a heater during abnormal temperature rise is provided at a position at which a heater holder deforms greatly when abnormal temperature rise of the heater occurs.

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PCT/2006/315244; Written Opinion; Jul. 26, 2006.

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