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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Oct. 24, 2023
Filed:
Oct. 07, 2021
Canon Kabushiki Kaisha, Tokyo, JP;
Kaneto Tokuyama, Tokyo, JP;
Yasuhito Tsubakimoto, Tokyo, JP;
Canon Kabushiki Kaisha, Tokyo, JP;
Abstract
A processing apparatus includes a housing that includes a frame member; a cover member configured to be pivotable between a closed position covering the housing and an open position opening the housing; a support member having a first end connected to the cover member and a second end connected to the frame member; a guide portion for guiding movement of the support member; an engaging portion configured to restrict movement of the second end of the support member caused by pivoting of the cover member; and a switching member configured to engage with the support member and be movable between a first position in which the engaging portion restricts movement of the second end of the support member and a second position in which the restriction of movement of the second end by the engaging portion is canceled.