Recording apparatus

Abstract

The invention provides a recording apparatus capable of improving operability of a user. The recording apparatus includes: a recording unit (26); an attachment part (28) to which the waste liquid container (29) can be attached; and a first maintenance cover (31) that can be displaced between a non-cover position and a cover position (PC1) by sliding in a first direction (D1), the first maintenance cover (31) having: an operation section (53) that can be moved in the first direction (D1) and in a direction opposite to the first direction (D1); and an engaging part that can engage with an engaged part of the attachment part (28), the engaging part moving to an engaged position at which the engaging part can engage when the operation part (53) moves in the first direction (D1), and the engaging part moving to a non-engaged position at which engagement with the engaged part can be released when the operation part (53) moves in the direction opposite to the first direction (D1).

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a recording device such as a printer. Background Technology

[0002] For example, as in Patent Document 1, there exists a printer that is an example of a recording device that records by ejecting ink, an example of a liquid, from a recording head, an example of a recording section. The recording device includes a maintenance unit and a rear unit, an example of a cover. The maintenance unit discharges the ink drawn from the recording head as waste liquid into a waste liquid unit, an example of a waste liquid collection body. The waste liquid unit can be replaced by removing the rear unit.

[0003] In Patent Document 1, the back unit can be installed or removed by pressing the operation button, thereby unlocking it. However, in Patent Document 1, the direction in which the back unit is installed or removed is different from the direction in which the operation button is pressed, making it difficult to install or remove the back unit.

[0004] Patent Document 1: Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2012-179729 Summary of the Invention A recording device for solving the above-mentioned problems includes: a recording unit for recording a medium; a mounting unit having a mounting space for mounting a mounted component; and a cover that can be displaced from a non-covered position not covering the mounting space to a covered position covering the mounting space by sliding in a first direction, and displaced from the covered position to the non-covered position by sliding in the opposite direction to the first direction. The cover has: an operating unit that can be moved in the first direction and in the opposite direction by being operated from the outside; and a locking part that can engage with a locking part of the mounting unit. When the operating unit moves in the first direction, the locking part moves to an engaging position that can engage with the locking part, and when the operating unit moves from the engaging position in the opposite direction to the first direction, the locking part moves to a non-engaging position that cannot engage with the locking part.

[0005] A recording device for solving the above-mentioned problems includes: a recording unit for recording a medium; a mounting unit having a mounting space for mounting a mounted component; a cover that can be displaced from a non-covered position not covering the mounting space to a covered position covering the mounting space by sliding in a first direction, and from the covered position to the non-covered position by sliding in the opposite direction to the first direction, the cover having: an operating unit that can be moved to a locked position and a released position by being operated from the outside; and a engaging part that can engage with a engaging part of the mounting unit, the engaging part being in an engaging position capable of engaging with the engaging part when the operating unit is in the locked position, and in a non-engaging position capable of releasing the engaging part when the operating unit is in the released position, the mounting unit having a pressing part that can press the cover in the covered position by applying force in the opposite direction to the first direction. Attached Figure Description

[0006] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the first embodiment of the recording device.

[0007] Figure 2 This is a schematic cross-sectional view of the recording device.

[0008] Figure 3 This is a perspective view of the first maintenance cover located in the non-cover position.

[0009] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Sectional view along line F4-F4 in the middle.

[0010] Figure 5 This is a perspective view of the first maintenance cover located at the cover position.

[0011] Figure 6 This is a top view of the operating unit in the released position.

[0012] Figure 7 This is a top view of the operating unit in the locked position.

[0013] Figure 8 for Figure 5 Sectional view along line F8-F8 in the diagram.

[0014] Figure 9 This is a partial perspective view of a second embodiment of the recording device.

[0015] Figure 10 This is a perspective view of the first maintenance cover located at the cover position.

[0016] Figure 11 This is a top view of the operating unit in the released position.

[0017] Figure 12 This is a top view of the operating unit in the locked position.

[0018] Figure 13 A partial top view of the first protective cover where the engaging part and the engaged part collide.

[0019] Figure 14 for Figure 10 An enlarged view of section F14 in the image.

[0020] Figure 15 This is a partial top view of a third embodiment of the recording device.

[0021] Figure 16 A perspective view of the first maintenance cover with the operating part in the released position.

[0022] Figure 17 A perspective view of the first maintenance cover with the operating part in the locked position.

[0023] Figure 18 A perspective view of the first maintenance cover provided with the recording device according to the fourth embodiment.

[0024] Figure 19 A perspective view of the first maintenance cover with the operating part in the released position. Detailed Implementation

[0025] First Implementation Method Hereinafter, a first embodiment of the recording apparatus will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. The recording apparatus is, for example, an inkjet printer that records data by ejecting ink, which is an example of a liquid, onto media such as paper, cloth, plastic sheet, plastic part, or metal part.

[0026] In the accompanying drawings, it is assumed that the recording device 11 is placed on a horizontal plane, and the direction of gravity is represented by the Z-axis, while the directions along the horizontal plane are represented by the X-axis and Y-axis. The X-axis, Y-axis, and Z-axis are orthogonal to each other. In the following description, the direction parallel to the X-axis is also referred to as the width direction X, the direction parallel to the Y-axis is also referred to as the depth direction Y, and the direction parallel to the Z-axis is also referred to as the vertical direction Z.

[0027] Recording device like Figure 1 As shown, the recording device 11 may also include an operation panel 12, a reading unit 13 (as an example of a second cover), and a recording unit 14. The reading unit 13 and the operation panel 12 may also be mounted on the recording unit 14.

[0028] Operation panel The operation panel 12 is a component for the user to operate the recording device 11. The operation panel 12 is operated by the user. The operation panel 12 may also include a monitor, buttons, a touch panel, etc.

[0029] Reading unit The reading unit 13 is configured to read an image of an original document (not shown). In this embodiment, the reading unit 13 is positioned behind the operation panel 12 in the depth direction Y, adjacent to the operation panel 12. The reading unit 13 may also be configured to rotate about a hinge (not shown) or shaft (not shown) located behind the operation panel 12 in the depth direction Y. The reading unit 13 may also be configured to open and close relative to the recording unit 14. The reading unit 13 may also be configured to be displaced by rotation. Figure 1 The reading positions PR1 and PR2 are shown as an example of the second cover position. Figure 2 The non-read position PR2 is shown as an example of the second non-covered position.

[0030] For example, when reading a manuscript, the user positions the reading unit 13 at the reading position PR1. For example, when maintaining the recording unit 14, the user positions the reading unit 13 at the non-reading position PR2. The reading position PR1 covers the interior of the device. The reading unit 13, located at the reading position PR1, extends along the recording unit 14 and covers a portion of the recording unit 14 from above. The non-reading position PR2 does not cover the interior of the device. The reading unit 13, located at the non-reading position PR2, leaves the interior of the recording unit 14 open.

[0031] like Figure 1 As shown, the reading unit 13 may also have a gripper 16 and a reading unit 17.

[0032] The gripper 16 can also be a recess located at the top of the reading unit 13. In the width direction X, the size of the gripper 16 can be the same as or larger than the size of the operation panel 12. By placing their hand on the gripper 16, the user can easily move the reading unit 13 from the reading position PR1 to the non-reading position PR2.

[0033] The reading unit 17 is configured to read an image of an original document (not shown). The reading unit 17 may also be configured to read the original document when the reading unit 13 is in the reading position PR1. The reading unit 17 may also read a transported original document while it is stopped. The reading unit 17 may also read a stopped original document while it is moving. By reading the original document, the reading unit 17 generates image data.

[0034] Recording unit like Figure 1As shown, the recording unit 14 is configured to record the medium 19. The recording unit 14 may also include a housing 21, a control unit 22, and a detection unit 23. The recording unit 14 may also include a liquid collection body 24, a supply channel 25, a recording unit 26, a maintenance unit 27, and a mounting unit 28. A waste liquid collection body 29, as an example of a mounted component, is mounted on the mounting unit 28.

[0035] The recording unit 14 may also include a first maintenance cover 31 and a second maintenance cover 32. The first maintenance cover 31 is an example of a cover and a first cover. The first maintenance cover 31 and the second maintenance cover 32 are located at a distance from each other in the width direction X. The first maintenance cover 31 and the second maintenance cover 32 are arranged adjacent to the operation panel 12 in such a way that they sandwich the operation panel 12 in the width direction X. In other words, the operation panel 12 is located between the first maintenance cover 31 and the second maintenance cover 32 in the width direction X.

[0036] The housing 21 houses the various structures of the recording unit 14. The housing 21 may also have a front surface 21f, and... Figure 2 The first upper surface 21u is shown. The front surface 21f is located at the front in the depth direction Y. The first upper surface 21u is located at the top in the vertical direction Z. The first upper surface 21u is opposite to the operation panel 12.

[0037] The control unit 22 provides comprehensive control over the driving of each mechanism in the recording unit 14 and controls the various actions performed by the recording unit 14. The control unit 22 can also provide comprehensive control over the driving of each mechanism in the recording device 11 and control the various actions performed by the recording device 11.

[0038] The control unit 22 can be configured to include α: one or more processors that execute various processes according to a computer program; β: one or more dedicated hardware circuits that execute at least a portion of the various processes; or γ: a circuit combining the latter. The hardware circuits are, for example, application-specific integrated circuits. The processor includes a CPU and memories such as RAM and ROM, which store program code or instructions configured to cause the CPU to execute processes. Memory, or computer-readable medium, includes all readable media accessible by a general-purpose or special-purpose computer.

[0039] The detection unit 23 can detect the opening and closing of the reading unit 13. For example, the detection unit 23 can also detect whether the reading unit 13 is located at the reading position PR1. The detection unit 23 is, for example, a contact sensor. The detection unit 23 is, for example, a photoelectric sensor having a light-emitting element and a light-receiving element.

[0040] The liquid reservoir 24 collects the liquid supplied to the recording unit 26. The recording unit 14 may also have one or more liquid reservoirs 24. Multiple liquid reservoirs 24 may be arranged in the width direction X. Multiple liquid reservoirs 24 may also collect different types of liquids. Different types of liquids include, for example, inks of different colors. The liquid reservoir 24 may also be fixed within the recording unit 14. The liquid reservoir 24 may also be capable of being replenished with liquid. The liquid reservoir 24 may also be a box, bag, or the like, separately constructed from the recording unit 14 and detachable from it. That is, the recording unit 14 may also be configured without a liquid reservoir 24.

[0041] The second maintenance cover 32 is located on one or more liquid reservoirs 24. The second maintenance cover 32 can be opened and closed relative to the housing 21. The opening and closing of the second maintenance cover 32 can also be performed by rotation, sliding, etc. Figure 1 The second maintenance cover 32, shown in the closed position, covers the liquid reservoir 24. In the open position (not shown), the second maintenance cover 32 exposes a portion of the liquid reservoir 24. By placing the second maintenance cover 32 in the open position, it is possible to replenish the liquid in the liquid reservoir 24 or replace the liquid reservoir 24.

[0042] The recording device 11 may also have one or more supply channels 25. The recording device 11 may also have the same number of supply channels 25 as the liquid reservoir 24. The supply channels 25 may also be constructed of deformable tubes. The supply channels 25 can supply liquid to the recording unit 26. The upstream end of the supply channel 25 is connected to the liquid reservoir 24, and the downstream end is connected to the recording unit 26.

[0043] like Figure 2 As shown, the recording unit 26 records the medium 19. In this embodiment, the recording unit 26 is a liquid ejection unit capable of ejecting liquid. The recording unit 26 has a nozzle surface 35 with one or more nozzles 34 opening. The recording unit 26 ejects liquid supplied from the liquid reservoir 24 through the nozzles 34. The recording unit 26 performs recording by ejecting liquid onto the medium 19. The recording unit 26 can also reciprocate in the scanning direction. The scanning direction can also be a direction parallel to the X-axis.

[0044] like Figure 1As shown, the maintenance unit 27 performs maintenance on the recording unit 26. Maintenance methods include, for example, rinsing, cleaning, and wiping. The maintenance unit 27 can also forcibly discharge liquid from the nozzle 34. By discharging the liquid, which has increased viscosity, foreign matter, air bubbles, etc., along with the liquid from the nozzle 34, the maintenance unit 27 suppresses the deterioration of the performance of the liquid ejected from the nozzle 34. The maintenance unit 27 recovers the discharged liquid as waste liquid. The maintenance unit 27 sends the recovered waste liquid to the waste liquid collection body 29.

[0045] The waste liquid collection body 29 can collect waste liquid discharged from the recording unit 26. The waste liquid collection body 29 can also collect waste liquid recovered by the maintenance unit 27. The waste liquid collection body 29 can be loaded and unloaded relative to the recording device 11.

[0046] like Figure 2 As shown, the recording unit 14 may also include a media receiving section 37, a feeding section 38, a conveying section 39, a support section 40, and a discharge tray 41.

[0047] The media storage section 37 can store multiple media 19 in an overlapping state.

[0048] The feeding section 38 feeds out the media 19 stored in the media storage section 37 one sheet at a time. The feeding section 38 may also include a feeding roller 43 and a separating section 44. The feeding roller 43 feeds the media 19 to the separating section 44 by rotating while in contact with the media 19 stored in the media storage section 37. The separating section 44 separates the multiple sheets of media 19 that are fed out in an overlapping manner one sheet at a time.

[0049] Conveyor 39 along Figure 2 The medium 19 is conveyed via a conveying path 46, indicated by a single-dot dashed line. The conveying unit 39 conveys the medium 19 fed by the feeding unit 38 to the discharge tray 41 located downstream in the conveying direction. The conveying direction is along the direction of the conveying path 46.

[0050] The support portion 40 supports the medium 19 being transported. The support portion 40 forms part of the transport path 46. The support portion 40 is positioned opposite the recording portion 26 across the transport path 46.

[0051] The discharge tray 41 receives the recorded medium 19. The discharge tray 41 may also be removable. The discharge tray 41 may also be movable back and forth in the depth direction Y. In this embodiment, the discharge tray 41 can be moved into the housing 21. Figure 1 The position shown, and the projection forward from the front surface 21f. Figure 2 The location shown.

[0052] Installation Department like Figure 3As shown, the mounting portion 28 may also be adjacent to the operation panel 12 in the width direction X. The mounting portion 28 has a mounting space for mounting the waste liquid collection body 29. The mounting portion 28 may also include a locking portion 48 and a pressing portion 49. In this embodiment, the locking portion 48 has an opening on the rear wall surface of the mounting portion 28.

[0053] like Figure 4 As shown, the mounting portion 28 may also have a first spring 51. The first spring 51 applies force to the pressing portion 49 in a direction opposite to the first direction D1. Applying force means that when a force is applied to the object, the object is pushed back or pulled back against that force. In this embodiment, the first direction D1 is a direction parallel to the Y-axis. In this embodiment, the first direction D1 is the same as the depth direction Y, and it is a rearward direction. The first spring 51 presses the pressing portion 49 in a direction opposite to the first direction D1, i.e., forward.

[0054] First maintenance cover like Figure 3 As shown, the first maintenance cover 31 can be located in the non-covered position PC2. The non-covered position PC2 is an example of the first non-covered position. The non-covered position PC2 is the position where it is removed from the housing 21. The non-covered position PC2 is the position where the mounting part 28 is not closed. The first maintenance cover 31 located in the non-covered position PC2 does not cover the mounting space of the mounting part 28. The first maintenance cover 31 is moved to the non-covered position PC2, thereby exposing the mounting part 28. When the first maintenance cover 31 is in the non-covered position PC2, the waste liquid collection body 29 can be attached to and detached relative to the mounting part 28.

[0055] like Figure 3 , Figure 5 As shown, the first maintenance cover 31 is capable of sliding in a first direction D1 and in a direction opposite to the first direction D1. The first maintenance cover 31 slides in the first direction D1, thereby... Figure 3 The non-covered position PC2 shown Figure 5 The cover position PC1 shown is displaced. The first maintenance cover 31 located at cover position PC1 covers the mounting space of the mounting part 28. The first maintenance cover 31 located at cover position PC1 blocks the mounting part 28 from above. Cover position PC1 is the position where the mounting part 28 is closed. The first maintenance cover 31 is displaced from cover position PC1 to non-cover position PC2 by sliding in the direction opposite to the first direction D1.

[0056] like Figure 6 , Figure 7 As shown, the first maintenance cover 31 has an operating part 53 and a locking part 54.

[0057] The operating unit 53 can be moved in the first direction D1 and in the opposite direction by being operated from the outside. The operating unit 53 is also capable of sliding. The operating unit 53 can be moved to... Figure 7 The locking position PL1 shown is Figure 6 The release position is shown as PL2.

[0058] The engaging portion 54 may also have an arm portion 55 and a claw portion 56. The arm portion 55 may also extend in the first direction D1. The arm portion 55 may also be deformable in a flexural manner. The claw portion 56 is provided at the tip of the arm portion 55 in a manner that extends out from the arm portion 55. The engaging portion 54 of this embodiment has a pair of arms 55 and claw portions 56. The pair of claw portions 56 face outwards from each other.

[0059] The engaging part 54 is mounted on the operating part 53. The engaging part 54 moves in conjunction with the movement of the operating part 53. The engaging part 54 is capable of moving in a first direction D1 and in a direction opposite to the first direction D1. The engaging part 54 is capable of sliding. By moving in the first direction D1 and in a direction opposite to the first direction D1, the engaging part 54 can move... Figure 7 The engagement positions PE1 and PE1 shown Figure 6 The non-engaging position PE2 shown moves. Engaging position PE1 is the position where it can engage with the engaged part 48. Non-engaging position PE2 is the position where it cannot engage with the engaged part 48.

[0060] like Figure 6 As shown, when the operating unit 53 is in the released position PL2, the engaging unit 54 is in the non-engaged position PE2. The operating unit 53, located in the released position PL2, moves in the first direction D1, thereby engaging the engaging unit 54. Figure 7 The locking position PL1 is moved. When the operating unit 53 moves in the first direction D1, the engaging part 54 moves to the engaging position PE1. When the operating unit 53 is in the locking position PL1, the engaging part 54 is in the engaging position PE1. When the operating unit 53 moves in the direction opposite to the first direction D1, the engaging part 54 moves to the non-engaging position PE2.

[0061] like Figure 5 , Figure 8 As shown, when the first maintenance cover 31 is in the cover position PC1 and the operation part 53 is in the locked position PL1, the engaging part 54 engages with the engaged part 48.

[0062] like Figure 8 As shown, the engaging part 54 engages with the engaged part 48 by hooking a pair of claws 56 onto the engaged part 48. The first maintenance cover 31 is engaged with the engaged part 48 by the engaging part 54, thereby restricting its forward movement.

[0063] like Figure 1 As shown, the first maintenance cover 31 may also overlap with the reading unit 13 in the depth direction Y. The rear end of the first maintenance cover 31 located at cover position PC1 may also be located rearward compared to the front end of the reading unit 13 located at reading position PR1. At least a portion of the first maintenance cover 31 may also be drilled under the reading unit 13. In other words, the reading unit 13 may also be located above the first maintenance cover 31. At least a portion of the first maintenance cover 31 located at cover position PC1 may also overlap with at least a portion of the reading unit 13 located at reading position PR1. When the first maintenance cover 31 is located at cover position PC1 and the reading unit 13 is located at reading position PR1, at least a portion of the operation unit 53 may also overlap with the reading unit 13. The reading unit 13 located at reading position PR1 may also hide at least a portion of the operation unit 53. When the reading unit 13 is located at reading position PR1, the operation of the operation unit 53 may also be restricted. When the reading unit 13 is located at a non-reading position PR2, the operation of the operation unit 53 can be performed. When the reading unit 13 is in the non-reading position PR2, the first maintenance cover 31 can be installed or removed.

[0064] The role of the first embodiment The function of this embodiment will be explained.

[0065] like Figure 8 As shown, the pressing part 49 can press the first maintenance cover 31 in the cover position PC1. The pressing part 49 presses the first maintenance cover 31 forward. The force of the pressing part 49 pressing the first maintenance cover 31 is weaker than the force of the engaging part 54 and the force that restricts the movement of the first maintenance cover 31 by the engaging part 48. Therefore, when the operating part 53 is in the locked position PL1, the first maintenance cover 31 is held in the cover position PC1.

[0066] When the operating part 53 is moved in the direction opposite to the first direction D1, the engagement between the engaging part 54 and the engaged part 48 is released. The first maintenance cover 31 is offset from the cover position PC1 in the direction opposite to the first direction D1 by the force of the user moving the operating part 53 in the direction opposite to the first direction D1 and the force of the pressed part 49. The user can remove the first maintenance cover 31 by further displacing the first maintenance cover 31 in the direction opposite to the first direction D1.

[0067] Effects of the first implementation method The effects of this implementation method will be explained.

[0068] (1-1) When the operating part 53 moves in the direction opposite to the first direction D1, the engaging part 54 moves to the non-engaged position PE2. That is, when the operating part 53 moves in the direction opposite to the first direction D1, the engaging part 54 disengages from the engaged part 48, thus allowing the first maintenance cover 31 to move. The first maintenance cover 31 is displaced to the non-covered position PC2 by sliding in the direction opposite to the first direction D1. By using the direction in which the user operates the operating part 53 is consistent with the direction in which the first maintenance cover 31 slides, the user's operability can be improved.

[0069] (1-2) The engaging part 54 moves in the same direction as the operating part 53. Therefore, the force exerted by the user on the operating part 53 can be directly used for the movement of the engaging part 54. Therefore, the loss of operating force can be reduced.

[0070] (1-3) The reading unit 13 located at the reading position PR1 is located above the first maintenance cover 31 and overlaps with the first maintenance cover 31. Therefore, the possibility of the first maintenance cover 31 accidentally falling off can be reduced.

[0071] (1-4) The reading unit 13 located at the reading position PR1 overlaps with the operating part 53 in the first maintenance cover 31 located at the cover position PC1. Therefore, the possibility of accidentally activating the operating part 53 can be reduced.

[0072] (1-5) The reading unit 13 has a reading section 17. Therefore, compared with the case where the reading section 17 is provided separately, the device can be miniaturized.

[0073] (1-6) The first maintenance cover 31 covers the waste liquid collection body 29. The operability of the first maintenance cover 31 is improved. Therefore, for example, it can reduce the possibility that the user spends effort removing the first maintenance cover 31 and accidentally comes into contact with the waste liquid collection body 29.

[0074] Second Implementation Method Next, a second embodiment of the recording device will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Furthermore, the structure of the mounting section and the first maintenance cover in this second embodiment differs from those in the first embodiment. Since it is otherwise substantially the same as the first embodiment, repeated descriptions are omitted by using the same reference numerals for identical structures.

[0075] Installation Department like Figure 9As shown, the mounting portion 28 may also include a locking portion 48 and a pressing portion 49. In this embodiment, the locking portion 48 protrudes forward from the rear wall surface of the mounting portion 28. The pressing portion 49 is applied force in the direction opposite to the first direction D1, thereby pressing the first maintenance cover 31 in the cover position PC1.

[0076] First maintenance cover like Figure 9 , Figure 10 As shown, the first maintenance cover 31 is capable of sliding in a first direction D1 and in a direction opposite to the first direction D1. The first maintenance cover 31 slides in the first direction D1 to... Figure 9 The non-covered position PC2 shown Figure 10 The cover position PC1 shown is displaced. The first maintenance cover 31 is displaced from the cover position PC1 to the non-cover position PC2 by sliding in the direction opposite to the first direction D1.

[0077] The first maintenance cover 31 may also have a mark 58. Mark 58 may also indicate the operating direction when the first maintenance cover 31 is removed. Mark 58 may also be an arrow mark indicating the direction of the non-covered position PC2 when the first maintenance cover 31 is in the covered position PC1. Mark 58 may also be an arrow mark indicating the direction of the non-covered position PC2 when the operating part 53 is in the covered position PC2. Figure 12 The status indicator of the locked position PL1 shown Figure 11 The arrow markings indicate the direction of the release position PL2.

[0078] like Figure 11 , Figure 12 As shown, the operating unit 53 can be moved in the second direction D2 and in the direction opposite to the second direction D2 by being operated from the outside. The operating unit 53 can slide. The second direction D2 is a direction different from the first direction D1. In this embodiment, the second direction D2 is a direction parallel to the X-axis. The second direction D2 is the same as the width direction X. The operating unit 53 can be moved to... Figure 12 The locking position PL1 shown is Figure 11 The release position PL2 is shown. The operation unit 53 moves to the locked position PL1 by moving in the second direction D2. The operation unit 53 moves to the release position PL2 by moving in the direction opposite to the second direction D2.

[0079] The engaging part 54 is mounted on the operating part 53. The engaging part 54 moves in conjunction with the movement of the operating part 53. The engaging part 54 is capable of moving in the second direction D2 and in the direction opposite to the second direction D2. The engaging part 54 is capable of sliding. By moving in the second direction D2 and in the direction opposite to the second direction D2, the engaging part 54 can move... Figure 12 The engagement positions PE1 and PE1 shown Figure 11 The non-engaged position PE2 shown is moved.

[0080] like Figure 11 As shown, when the operating unit 53 is in the released position PL2, the engaging unit 54 is in the non-engaged position PE2. The operating unit 53, located in the released position PL2, moves in the second direction D2, thereby engaging the engaging unit 54. Figure 12 The locking position PL1 is moved. When the operating unit 53 moves in the second direction D2, the engaging part 54 moves to the engaging position PE1. When the operating unit 53 is in the locking position PL1, the engaging part 54 is in the engaging position PE1. When the operating unit 53 moves in the direction opposite to the second direction D2, the engaging part 54 moves to the non-engaging position PE2.

[0081] like Figure 12 As shown, when the first maintenance cover 31 is in the cover position PC1 and the operating part 53 is in the locked position PL1, the engaging part 54 engages with the engaged part 48. At this time, the engaging part 54 is located behind the engaged part 48. Therefore, the forward movement of the first maintenance cover 31 is restricted.

[0082] like Figure 13 As shown, when the engaging portion 54 is in the engaging position PE1, the first maintenance cover 31, which moves from the non-cover position PC2 towards the first direction D1, interferes with the mounting portion 28 before reaching the cover position PC1. Specifically, the engaging portion 54 of the first maintenance cover 31 in the engaging position PE1 abuts against the engaged portion 48. Therefore, the movement of the first maintenance cover 31 towards the first direction D1 is restricted before reaching the cover position PC1.

[0083] like Figure 10 As shown, the reading unit 13 may also be positioned above the first maintenance cover 31. At least a portion of the first maintenance cover 31 located at cover position PC1 may also overlap with at least a portion of the reading unit 13 located at reading position PR1. When the first maintenance cover 31 is located at cover position PC1 and the reading unit 13 is located at reading position PR1, at least a portion of the operation unit 53 may also overlap with the reading unit 13.

[0084] like Figure 14As shown, the reading unit 13 may also have a clearance groove 59. When the first maintenance cover 31 is in the cover position PC1 and the reading unit 13 is in the reading position PR1, a portion of the operation part 53, which is in the locked position PL1, is located within the clearance groove 59. However, when the operation part 53 is not in the locked position PL1 but, for example, in the released position PL2, the operation part 53 disengages from the clearance groove 59 and interferes with the reading unit 13. Therefore, when the first maintenance cover 31 is in the cover position PC1 and the operation part 53 is in the released position PL2, the reading unit 13, moving from the non-reading position PR2 to the reading position PR1, will interfere with the operation part 53 before reaching the reading position PR1. When the detection unit 23 detects that the reading unit 13 is not in the reading position PR1, the control unit 22 may also cause, for example, the operation panel 12 to report that the first maintenance cover 31 is not fixed.

[0085] The role of the second embodiment The function of this embodiment will be explained.

[0086] like Figure 12 As shown, the pressing part 49 is pressed by the first spring 51 in the opposite direction to the first direction D1 to the first maintenance cover 31 in the cover position. The pressing part 49 can also press the engaging part 54 forward.

[0087] When the operating part 53, located in the locked position PL1, is moved in the direction opposite to the second direction D2, the engagement between the engaging part 54 and the engaged part 48 is released. The first maintenance cover 31 is then offset from the cover position PC1 in the direction opposite to the first direction D1 by the force applied by the pressing part 49. The user can remove the first maintenance cover 31 by further displacing it in the direction opposite to the first direction D1.

[0088] Effects of the second implementation method The effects of this implementation method will be explained.

[0089] (2-1) The pressing part 49 presses the first maintenance cover 31, located at the cover position PC1, toward the non-cover position PC2. Therefore, when the engagement between the engaging part 54 and the engaged part 48 is released, the first maintenance cover 31 moves in the opposite direction to the first direction D1. Therefore, since the direction for removing the first maintenance cover 31 is easy to know, the user's operability is improved.

[0090] (2-2) By pressing the first maintenance cover 31 with the pressing part 49, the direction for removing the first maintenance cover 31 can be easily determined. Therefore, even if the direction in which the operating part 53 moves is different from the direction in which the first maintenance cover 31 slides, the possibility of the user being confused about the removal direction of the first maintenance cover 31 can be reduced. Therefore, the degree of freedom of the operating part 53 can be improved.

[0091] (2-3) When the engaging part 54 is in the engaging position PE1, the engaging part 54 interferes with the mounting part 28. Therefore, the first maintenance cover 31 cannot be displaced to the cover position PC1. Therefore, the possibility of installing the cover in an incorrect state can be reduced.

[0092] (2-4) The detection unit 23 detects the opening and closing of the reading unit 13. Therefore, the possibility of the reading unit 13 being used when it is not in the reading position PR1 can be reduced.

[0093] Third Implementation Method Next, a third embodiment of the recording device will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Furthermore, the structure of the mounting section and the first maintenance cover in this third embodiment differs from that in the first embodiment. Since it is otherwise substantially the same as the first embodiment, repeated descriptions are omitted by using the same symbols for identical structures.

[0094] Installation Department like Figure 15 As shown, the mounting portion 28 includes a locking portion 48. In this embodiment, the locking portion 48 has an opening on the side wall of the mounting portion 28. The locking portion 48 may also be located in the width direction X between the first maintenance cover 31 in the cover position PC1 and the operation panel 12.

[0095] First maintenance cover like Figure 15 As shown, the first maintenance cover 31 is capable of sliding in a first direction D1 and in a direction opposite to the first direction D1. The first maintenance cover 31 slides in the first direction D1 to... Figure 15 The non-covered position PC2, indicated by a double-dotted line, is displaced towards the covered position PC1. The first maintenance cover 31 is displaced from the covered position PC1 to the non-covered position PC2 by sliding in the direction opposite to the first direction D1.

[0096] The first maintenance cover 31 has an operating section 53. The operating section 53 can be moved in a first direction D1 and in the opposite direction by being operated from the outside. The operating section 53 is also capable of sliding. The operating section 53 can be moved to a locked position PL1 and a released position PL2.

[0097] like Figure 16 , Figure 17 As shown, the first maintenance cover 31 may also have a locking part 54, a first connecting rod 61, and a second connecting rod 62.

[0098] The first connecting rod 61 is connected to the operating part 53 and the second connecting rod 62. The second connecting rod 62 connects the first connecting rod 61 and the engaging part 54. The engaging part 54 moves in conjunction with the movement of the operating part 53. The engaging part 54 can move in the second direction D2 and in the direction opposite to the second direction D2. The engaging part 54 can slide. By moving in the second direction D2 and in the direction opposite to the second direction D2, the engaging part 54 can move in the direction... Figure 17 The engagement positions PE1 and PE1 shown Figure 16 The non-engaged position PE2 shown is moved.

[0099] When the operating unit 53 is in the released position PL2, the engaging part 54 is in the non-engaged position PE2. The operating unit 53, in the released position PL2, moves towards the locked position PL1 by moving in the first direction D1. When the operating unit 53 moves in the first direction D1, the engaging part 54 moves towards the engaged position PE1. When the operating unit 53 is in the locked position PL1, the engaging part 54 is in the engaged position PE1. When the operating unit 53 moves in the direction opposite to the first direction D1, the engaging part 54 moves towards the non-engaged position PE2.

[0100] like Figure 15 As shown, when the first maintenance cover 31 is in the cover position PC1 and the operating part 53 is in the locked position PL1, the engaging part 54 engages with the engaged part 48. The first maintenance cover 31 is restricted from moving forward by engaging the engaging part 54 with the engaged part 48.

[0101] like Figure 17 As shown, the engaging portion 54, located in the engaging position PE1, protrudes from the first maintenance cover 31. With the engaging portion 54 in the engaging position PE1, the first maintenance cover 31, which moves from the non-cover position PC2 in the first direction D1, interferes with the mounting portion 28 before reaching the cover position PC1. The first maintenance cover 31 may also interfere with components with openings in the mounting portion 28. The movement of the first maintenance cover 31 in the first direction D1 is restricted before reaching the cover position PC1.

[0102] The role of the third implementation method The function of this embodiment will be explained.

[0103] like Figure 15As shown, when the operating part 53 is moved in the opposite direction to the first direction D1, the engagement between the engaging part 54 and the engaged part 48 is released. The user can remove the first maintenance cover 31 by moving the first maintenance cover 31 in the opposite direction to the first direction D1.

[0104] Effects of the third implementation method The effects of this implementation method will be explained.

[0105] (3-1) The engaging part 54 moves in a direction different from the direction in which the first maintenance cover 31 slides. Therefore, even when the engaging part 54 is engaged with the engaging part 48, the first maintenance cover 31 is difficult to move.

[0106] Fourth Implementation Method Next, a fourth embodiment of the recording device will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Furthermore, the structure of the first maintenance cover in this fourth embodiment differs from that in the first embodiment. Since it is otherwise substantially the same as the first embodiment, repeated descriptions are omitted by using the same symbols for identical structures.

[0107] First maintenance cover like Figure 18 , Figure 19 As shown, the first maintenance cover 31 may also have an operating part 53, a locking part 54, and a second spring 64. Alternatively, in the width direction X, the operating part 53 may be located at one end, and the locking part 54 at the other end. The operating part 53 can be moved in the first direction D1 and in the direction opposite to the first direction D1 by being operated from the outside. The operating part 53 can be moved to a locked position PL1 and a released position PL2.

[0108] The engaging part 54 and the operating part 53 are integrally formed. The engaging part 54 and the operating part 53 move in conjunction. The operating part 53 and the engaging part 54 are capable of rotating about an axis. Rotation refers to rotation about an axis, and the angle of rotation is less than 360 degrees. By rotating, the engaging part 54 moves towards the engaging position PE1 and the non-engaged position PE2. The second spring 64 presses the engaging part 54, located in the non-engaged position PE2, towards the engaging position PE1.

[0109] like Figure 19As shown, when the operating part 53 is in the released position PL2, the engaging part 54 is in the non-engaged position PE2. The operating part 53, in the released position PL2, moves in the first direction D1 due to the force of the second spring 64, thereby moving towards the locked position PL1. When the operating part 53 moves in the first direction D1, the engaging part 54 moves towards the engaged position PE1. When the operating part 53 is in the locked position PL1, the engaging part 54 is in the engaged position PE1. When the operating part 53 moves in the direction opposite to the first direction D1, the engaging part 54 moves towards the non-engaged position PE2.

[0110] The role of the fourth implementation method The function of this embodiment will be explained.

[0111] like Figure 19 As shown, when the operating part 53 is moved in the opposite direction to the first direction D1, the engagement between the engaging part 54 and the engaged part 48 is released. The user can remove the first maintenance cover 31 by moving the first maintenance cover 31 in the opposite direction to the first direction D1.

[0112] Effects of the fourth implementation method The effects of this implementation method will be explained.

[0113] (4-1) The engaging part 54 rotates. Therefore, for example, compared to the case where the engaging part 54 slides, the engaging part 54 can be moved with a lighter force.

[0114] Change Example This embodiment can be modified as follows. This embodiment and the following modifications can be combined with each other within the scope of technical inconsistency.

[0115] • If the detection unit 23 detects that the reading unit 13 is not located at the reading position PR1, the control unit 22 may also prohibit recording.

[0116] • At least a portion of the second maintenance cover 32 in the closed position may also overlap with the reading unit 13 in the reading position PR1. When the reading unit 13 is in the reading position PR1, the displacement of the second maintenance cover 32 from the closed position to the open position may also be restricted. When the reading unit 13 is in the non-reading position PR2, the displacement of the second maintenance cover 32 from the closed position to the open position may also be permitted.

[0117] • The recording device 11 may also have a second cover separate from the reading unit 13. The second cover may also be configured without the reading unit 17. For example, the recording device 11 may also have a second cover that is opened and closed when removing the medium 19 that is blocking the transport process. The second cover may also overlap with at least a portion of the first maintenance cover 31 or at least a portion of the operation unit 53. The second cover may also be located in front of the first maintenance cover 31 in the depth direction Y.

[0118] • The detection unit 23 can also detect the position of the operating unit 53. The detection unit 23 can also detect the engagement of the engaging part 54 and the engaged part 48.

[0119] • Alternatively, when the first maintenance cover 31 is in the cover position PC1 and the reading unit 13 is in the reading position PR1, the operation unit 53 may be in a position that does not overlap with the reading unit 13.

[0120] • The first maintenance cover 31 located at the cover position PC1 may not overlap with the reading unit 13 located at the reading position PR1. The first maintenance cover 31 may also be able to move to the cover position PC1 and the non-cover position PC2 when the reading unit 13 is located at the reading position PR1.

[0121] • In the third and fourth embodiments, the pressing part 49 can also press the first maintenance cover 31 in the direction opposite to the first direction D1.

[0122] •In the first embodiment, the mounting part 28 may also be configured to not have the pressing part 49.

[0123] • The recording device 11 may also have multiple mounting parts 28.

[0124] • The recording device 11 may also include a mounting portion 28 capable of mounting the liquid reservoir 24. The liquid reservoir 24 may also be an example of a mounted component. The second maintenance cover 32 may also be an example of a cover and a first cover. The second maintenance cover 32 may also include an operating portion 53 and a locking portion 54.

[0125] • The media storage section 37 can also be an example of a mounted component. The recording device 11 can also have a cover that covers the media storage section 37.

[0126] • Multiple components can be installed in a single mounting section 28. For example, a liquid collection body 24 and a waste liquid collection body 29 can also be installed in the mounting section 28.

[0127] • In the mounting section 28, a toner cartridge, as an example of a mounted component, can also be installed. The toner cartridge can also store toner used for recording.

[0128] • In the mounting section 28, a toner cartridge, as an example of a mounted component, can also be installed. The toner cartridge can also hold recycled toner.

[0129] • The recording device 11 is not limited to inkjet printers, but can also be a laser printer, thermal printer, click printer, digital printer, etc.

[0130] • The recording device can also be a liquid jetting device for recording liquids other than inks. The state of the liquid ejected from the liquid jetting device as tiny droplets includes granular, teardrop-shaped, or filamentous tail-like forms. The liquid referred to here can be any material that can be ejected from the liquid jetting device. For example, the liquid can be any state in which the substance is in a liquid phase, including liquids with high or low viscosity, sols, gel water, other inorganic solvents, organic solvents, solutions, liquid resins, liquid metals, molten metals, etc. Liquids include not only liquids as a state of matter, but also liquids formed by dissolving, dispersing, or mixing particles of functional materials composed of solid substances such as pigments or metal particles in a solvent. Representative examples of liquids include inks or liquid crystals as described in the above embodiments. Here, ink includes general water-based inks and oil-based inks, as well as various liquid compositions such as gel inks and hot-melt inks. Specific examples of liquid jetting devices include those that jet liquids containing electrode materials or color materials used in the manufacture of liquid crystal displays, electroluminescent displays, surface-emitting displays, and color filters, either in a dispersed or dissolved form. Liquid jetting devices can also be used to jet biological organic matter used in biochip manufacturing, as precision pipettes to jet liquids as samples, as dyeing and printing devices, or as micro-dispensers. Liquid jetting devices can also be used to precisely jet lubricating oil into precision machinery such as watches or cameras, or to jet transparent resin liquids such as UV-curable resins onto substrates to form micro-hemispherical lenses or optical lenses used in optical communication components. Liquid jetting devices can also be used to jet etching solutions such as acids or alkalis to etch substrates.

[0131] definition The term "at least one" as used in this specification means "more than one" of the desired options. As an example, "at least one" as used in this specification means, if there are two options, either "only one option" or "both options". As another example, "at least one" as used in this specification means, if there are three or more options, either "only one option", "a combination of two arbitrary options", or "a combination of three or more arbitrary options".

[0132] Postscript The following text describes the technical ideas and effects learned from the above-described implementation methods and modifications.

[0133] [1] A recording device comprising: a recording unit for recording a medium; a mounting unit having a mounting space for mounting a mounted component; a cover that can be displaced from a non-covered position not covering the mounting space to a covered position covering the mounting space by sliding in a first direction, and displaced from the covered position to the non-covered position by sliding in a direction opposite to the first direction, the cover having: an operating unit that can be moved in the first direction and in a direction opposite to the first direction by being operated from the outside; and a engaging portion that can engage with a engaging portion of the mounting unit, wherein when the operating unit moves in the first direction, the engaging portion moves to an engaging position that can engage with the engaging portion, and when the operating unit moves in a direction opposite to the first direction, the engaging portion moves to a non-engaging position that cannot engage with the engaging portion.

[0134] According to this structure, when the operating part moves in the opposite direction to the first direction, the engaging part moves to the non-engaged position. That is, since the engaging part disengages from the engaged part when the operating part moves in the opposite direction to the first direction, the cover becomes movable. The cover is displaced to the non-covered position by sliding in the opposite direction to the first direction. By using a direction in which the user operates the operating part in the same direction as the direction in which the cover slides, user operability is improved.

[0135] [2] A recording device comprising: a recording unit for recording a medium; a mounting unit having a mounting space for mounting a mounted component; a cover that can be displaced from a non-covered position not covering the mounting space to a covered position covering the mounting space by sliding in a first direction, and displaced from the covered position to the non-covered position by sliding in a direction opposite to the first direction, the cover having: an operating unit that can be displaced to a locked position and a released position by being operated from the outside; and a engaging portion that can engage with a engaging portion of the mounting unit, the engaging portion being in an engaging position capable of engaging with the engaging portion when the operating unit is in the locked position, and in a non-engaging position unable to engage with the engaging portion when the operating unit is in the released position, the mounting unit having a pressing portion that can press the cover in the covered position by being forceped in a direction opposite to the first direction.

[0136] According to this structure, the pressing part presses the cover, which is located in the covered position, toward the non-covered position. Therefore, when the engagement between the engaging part and the engaged part is released, the cover moves in the opposite direction to the first direction. Thus, since the direction for removing the cover is easy to know, the user's operability is improved.

[0137] [3] In the recording device described in [2] above, the operation unit can also be moved to the locked position by moving in a second direction different from the first direction, and to the released position by moving in a direction opposite to the second direction.

[0138] According to this structure, by pressing the cover with the pressing part, the direction of cover removal can be easily determined. Therefore, even if the direction of moving the operating part is different from the direction of sliding the cover, the possibility of the user being confused about the direction of cover removal can be reduced. Thus, the degree of freedom of the operating part can be increased.

[0139] [4] In the recording device described in [1] or [2] above, the following method may also be adopted, that is, the engaging part moves to the engaging position and the non-engaging position by moving in the first direction and in the direction opposite to the first direction.

[0140] According to this structure, the engaging part moves in the same direction as the operating part. Therefore, the force exerted by the user on the operating part can be directly used for the movement of the engaging part. Thus, the loss of operating force can be reduced.

[0141] [5] In the recording device described in [1] or [2] above, the following method may also be adopted, that is, the engaging part moves to the engaging position and the non-engaging position by moving to a second direction different from the first direction and to a direction opposite to the second direction.

[0142] According to this structure, the engaging part moves in a direction different from the direction that causes the cover to slide. Therefore, even if a force is applied to the cover while the engaging part is engaged with the locked part, the cover can be made difficult to move.

[0143] [6] In the recording device described in [1] or [2] above, the following method may also be adopted, that is, the engaging part moves to the engaging position and the non-engaging position by rotating.

[0144] According to this structure, the engaging part rotates. Therefore, for example, compared to the case where the engaging part slides, the engaging part can be moved with a lighter force.

[0145] [7] In the recording device described in [1] or [2] above, the cover that moves from the non-cover position to the first direction while the engaging part is in the engaging position may interfere with the mounting part before moving to the cover position.

[0146] According to this structure, when the engaging part is in the engaged position, the engaging part interferes with the mounting part. Therefore, the cover cannot be displaced to the cover position. Thus, the possibility of installing the cover in an incorrect state can be reduced.

[0147] [8] In any of the above [1] to [7] recording devices, the following manner may also be adopted, that is, if the cover is set as a first cover, the cover position is set as a first cover position, and the non-cover position is set as a first non-cover position, then a second cover is also provided, the second cover being able to be displaced to cover the second cover position inside the device and the second non-cover position not covering the inside of the device, at least a portion of the first cover located at the first cover position overlaps with at least a portion of the second cover located at the second cover position, and the second cover is located above the first cover.

[0148] According to this structure, the second cover, located at the second cover position, is positioned above and overlaps the first cover. Therefore, the possibility of the first cover accidentally falling off can be reduced.

[0149] [9] In the recording device described above [8], the following manner may also be adopted, that is, when the first cover is located at the first cover position and the second cover is located at the second cover position, at least a portion of the operating part overlaps with the second cover.

[0150] According to this structure, the second cover located at the second cover position overlaps with the operating part in the first cover located at the first cover position. Therefore, the possibility of accidentally activating the operating part can be reduced.

[0151]

[10] In the recording device described in [8] or [9] above, the following method may also be adopted, that is, when the first cover is located in the first cover position and the operation part is in the released position, the second cover, which moves from the second non-cover position to the second cover position, interferes with the operation part before moving to the second cover position.

[0152] According to this structure, when the operating part is in the released position, the second cover interferes with the operating part, therefore, the second cover cannot be displaced to the second cover position. Thus, the possibility of it being used when the operating part is in the released position can be reduced.

[0153]

[11] Any of the recording devices in [8] to

[10] above may also include a detection unit, which is capable of detecting the opening and closing of the second cover.

[0154] According to this structure, the detection unit detects the opening and closing of the second cover. Therefore, the possibility of it being used when the second cover is not in its proper position can be reduced.

[0155]

[12] In any of the recording devices described in [8] to

[11] above, the second cover may have a reading unit for reading the image of the original document.

[0156] According to this structure, the second cover has a reading section. Therefore, compared with the case where a separate reading section is provided, the device can be miniaturized.

[0157]

[13] Any of the recording devices in [1] to

[12] above may also be provided in the following manner: a maintenance unit is provided to perform maintenance on the recording unit, the recording unit is a liquid ejection unit capable of ejecting liquid, and the installed component is a waste liquid collection body for collecting the waste liquid recovered by the maintenance unit.

[0158] According to this structure, the cover covers the waste liquid collection body. The operability of the cover is improved. Therefore, for example, it can reduce the effort users spend on removing the cover and the possibility of accidentally coming into contact with the waste liquid collection body.

[0159] Symbol Explanation 11…Recording device, 12…Operation panel, 13…Reading unit as an example of a second cover, 14…Recording unit, 16…Hand, 17…Reading unit, 19…Media, 21…Housing, 21f…Front surface, 21u…First upper surface, 22…Control unit, 23…Detection unit, 24…Liquid reservoir, 25…Supply flow path, 26…Recording unit, 27…Maintenance unit, 28…Assembly unit, 29…Waste liquid reservoir as an example of an assembled component, 31…First maintenance cover as an example of a cover and a first cover, 32…Second maintenance cover, 34…Nozzle, 35…Nozzle surface, 37…Media reservoir, 38…Feeding unit, 39…Transporting unit, 40…Support unit, 41…Discharge tray, 43…feed roller, 44…separation section, 46…transportation path, 48…engaged section, 49…pressing section, 51…first spring, 53…operating section, 54…engaged section, 55…arm section, 56…claw section, 58…marker, 59…avoidance groove, 61…first connecting rod, 62…second connecting rod, 64…second spring, D1…first direction, D2…second direction, PC1…cover position, PC2…non-cover position, PE1…engaged position, PE2…non-engaged position, PL1…locked position, PL2…released position, PR1…reading position as an example of the second covered position, PR2…non-reading position as an example of the second non-cover position, X…width direction, Y…depth direction, Z…vertical direction.

Claims

1. A recording device, characterized in that, have: The recording department is responsible for recording information from the medium. The mounting section has mounting space for mounting the components to be mounted. The cover, by sliding in a first direction, is displaced from a non-covered position that does not cover the mounting space to a covered position that covers the mounting space, and by sliding in the opposite direction to the first direction, is displaced from the covered position to the non-covered position. The cover has: The operating unit is operable from the outside, thereby enabling it to move in the first direction and in the opposite direction. The engaging part is capable of engaging with the engaging part of the mounting part. When the operating part moves in the first direction, the engaging part moves to an engaging position that engages with the engaged part, and When the operating part moves from the engaging position in a direction opposite to the first direction, the engaging part moves to a non-engaging position where it cannot engage with the engaged part.

2. A recording device, characterized in that, have: The recording department is responsible for recording information from the medium. The mounting section has mounting space for mounting the components to be mounted. The cover, by sliding in a first direction, is displaced from a non-covered position that does not cover the mounting space to a covered position that covers the mounting space, and by sliding in the opposite direction to the first direction, is displaced from the covered position to the non-covered position. The cover has: The operating unit can be moved to the locked position and the unlocked position by being operated from the outside; The engaging part is capable of engaging with the engaging part of the mounting part. When the operating part is in the locked position, the engaging part is in an engaging position capable of engaging with the engaged part, and when the operating part is in the released position, it is in a non-engaging position capable of releasing the engagement with the engaged part. The mounting portion has a pressing portion, which is subjected to force in a direction opposite to the first direction, thereby enabling it to press the cover in the cover position.

3. The recording device as claimed in claim 2, characterized in that, The operating unit moves to the locked position by moving in a second direction different from the first direction, and moves to the released position by moving in a direction opposite to the second direction.

4. The recording device as claimed in claim 1 or claim 2, characterized in that, The engaging portion moves to the engaging position and the disengaged position by moving in the first direction and in the opposite direction.

5. The recording device as claimed in claim 1 or claim 2, characterized in that, The engaging portion moves to the engaging position and the disengaged position by moving in a second direction different from the first direction and in a direction opposite to the second direction.

6. The recording apparatus as claimed in claim 1 or claim 2, characterized in that, The engaging part moves to the engaging position and the disengaged position by rotating.

7. The recording apparatus as claimed in claim 1 or claim 2, characterized in that, When the engaging portion is in the engaging position, the cover, which moves from the non-cover position in the first direction, interferes with the mounting portion before reaching the cover position.

8. The recording apparatus as claimed in claim 1 or claim 2, characterized in that, If the cover is designated as the first cover, the cover position is designated as the first cover position, and the non-cover position is designated as the first non-cover position, then... It also includes a second cover, which is movable to a second cover position inside the device and a second non-cover position not covering the inside of the device. At least a portion of the first cover located at the first cover position overlaps with at least a portion of the second cover located at the second cover position, wherein the second cover is positioned above the first cover.

9. The recording apparatus as claimed in claim 8, characterized in that, When the first cover is in the first cover position and the second cover is in the second cover position, at least a portion of the operating part overlaps with the second cover.

10. The recording apparatus as claimed in claim 9, characterized in that, When the first cover is in the first cover position and the operating part is in the released position, the second cover, which is moving from the second non-cover position to the second cover position, interferes with the operating part before moving to the second cover position.

11. The recording apparatus as claimed in claim 10, characterized in that, It includes a detection unit capable of detecting the opening and closing of the second cover.

12. The recording apparatus as claimed in claim 8, characterized in that, The second cover has a reading section for reading the image of the original document.

13. The recording apparatus as claimed in claim 1 or claim 2, characterized in that, It includes a maintenance department that performs maintenance on the recording department. The recording unit is a liquid ejection unit capable of ejecting liquid. The installed component is a waste liquid collection body for collecting the waste liquid recovered by the maintenance unit.

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