Ricoh A230, Service Manual, Page: 505 / 1134

Bridge Unit
A6
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JUNCTION GATE MECHANISM
15-5
SM A230/A231/A232
2. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
2.1 JUNCTION GATE MECHANISM
Depending on the selected mode, the copies are directed up or down by the
junction gate [A], which is controlled by the junction gate solenoid [B].
When the upper tray is selected, the junction gate solenoid turns on and the paper
is sent to the upper tray through the upper exit roller [C].
When the left tray or the finisher is selected, the junction gate stays off and the
paper is sent to the left tray or the finisher through the transport rollers [D] and the
left exit roller.
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[C]
[B]
[A]
[D]