摘要 |
An image reading apparatus comprises a reading unit including a sensor; a driving unit configured to move the reading unit to read an original placed on a platen; a feed unit configured to feed the original to move and read the original with respect to the reading unit being at rest in a predetermined position; a transfer unit configured to transfer a driving force of the driving unit to the feed unit while the reading unit is at rest in the predetermined position; and a switching unit configured to permit or restrict movement of the reading unit from the predetermined position. |