Printronix L1024, Maintenance Manual

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5–6 Chapter 5 – Transfer Subsystem
5.4.1 Mechanical
The following is a description of the major mechanical parts of the Transfer Subsystem and their
functions.
Engagement Lever. This is attached to a cam of the Fuser Cam Shaft. The cam pulls the Transfer
Charger carriage away from the paper when the printing process is finished and the Fuser opens.
Transfer Charger Carriage. This carriage raises the Transfer Corona up and down during the printing
process. It contains the Transfer Corona, Static Brush, and Paper Guide, and is driven by the
Engagement Lever.
Static Brush. This brush removes the static charge that is built up during the transfer process.
Transfer Corona. This is a 60
µ
m gold-plated tungsten wire that, with an electric charge, pulls toner, in the
form of a developed image, from the OPC drum to the paper.
Plastic Paper Guide. This guide sets the paper to the correct height from the transfer corona.
Low Voltage
Power Supply High Voltage
Power Supply
CN3
Cover Switch
Drum Switches
Transfer Corona
60
µ
m wire
Figure 5–1. Physical Arrangement of the Transfer Subsystem