摘要 |
PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To ensure stable formation of a satisfactory image over a long time, without shortening the lifetime of an image carrier, by efficiently removing sticking matter even if stuff, such as a discharge product, which becomes viscous when moistened adheres to image carrier, and by improving polishing effect for the surface of the image carrier, while more efficiently preventing low resistance caused by moisture adsorbing on the surface of the image carrier than when the image carrier as a whole is warmed. SOLUTION: A means for holding particles that slide over the surface layer of the image carrier, which serves as an auxiliary cleaning means, is provided with a heating means, which serves as a means for improving the functions of the slide particles. COPYRIGHT: (C)2007,JPO&INPIT
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