Sheet handling of a copying machine

摘要

A method of separating a transfer sheet from an image bearing member electrostatically adhered thereto for an electrostatic recording system of transfer type, in which a toner image is formed on the image bearing member and then electrostatically transferred to the transfer sheet placed in contact with the member. The image bearing member is bent together with the transfer sheet at the position subsequent to the image transfer position, whereby the transfer sheet is separated from the surface of the member due to toughness of the sheet.