Development station having a particle removing device

摘要

A development station for toning electrostatic images includes a particle removing device positioned adjacent an applicator. A variable bias is applicable to the particle removing device for periodically removing carrier from the applicator for disposal. Carrier is periodically added to the station during replenishment of toner. The particle removing device can also be biased to remove toner instead of or in addition to removing carrier to control conditions of excess toner concentration.