摘要 |
<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide an image forming apparatus that maintains excellent slidability of an image carrier for a long period with smaller toner consumption. <P>SOLUTION: An image forming apparatus includes control means that, when load detection means detects a rotation load larger than a predetermined value, executes a contact part lubrication mode for supplying developer to a contact part of a cleaning blade. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2013,JPO&INPIT |