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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Feb. 23, 2016
Filed:
Aug. 31, 2012
Takeshi Niimura, Yokohama, JP;
Takeshi Niimura, Yokohama, JP;
CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA, Tokyo, JP;
Abstract
Provided is an image reading apparatus, including: a placing member on which an original is to be placed; a reading section arranged so as to be opposed to the original across the placing member and reading an image of the original placed on the placing member; a casing which supports an outer peripheral edge portion of the placing member; and a support member supporting a portion other than the outer peripheral edge portion of the placing member, the support member including an abutment portion abutting against the casing, the support member being capable of supporting the placing member under a state in which the abutment portion abuts against the casing.