Cleaning mechanism for a transfer drum of a reproduction apparatus

摘要

A reproduction apparatus including a transfer drum for electrostatic transfer of a toner image from an image bearing member, and a transfer drum cleaning mechanism. The transfer drum cleaning mechanism comprises a member for wiping the surface of the transfer drum to remove residual toner and debris therefrom. The wiper is selectively movable into operative relation with the transfer drum surface. A blade member is provided for removing toner and debris from the wiper. The blade member is resiliently urged into association with the wiper under substantially uniform load.