摘要 |
A paper separating device for separating a paper sheet includes a frame member (71), an image carrier, a securing plate (72), and two types of assemblies (81, 82). The two types of assemblies include: a first assembly (81) that includes a separation claw configured to separate the paper sheet from the image carrier, a guiding member configured to guide the paper sheet, and a holder with an engaging portion; and a second assembly (82) that engages only a guiding member to a similar holder with an engaging portion without holding a separation claw. The frame member (71) and the securing plate (72) each include an assembly securing portion (71c, 72a) with an engaged portion to be engaged with the engaging portion of the holder. One of the two types of assemblies (82) is secured to the assembly securing portion (72a) disposed at the securing plate (72) while the other one (81) is secured to the assembly securing portion (71c) disposed at the frame member (71). |