Repair ricochet damages to target rubber skin
In the event of projectiles passing through the target as they are tilted sideways or otherwise deformed, they may generate large holes in the target rubber skins.
If the large holes occur in the X-rubber, scoring issues are prevented by exchanging it.
If the large holes occur at the main target rubber skin, outside the X-rubber, the holes need to be patched. This is done by spray glue and a piece of adhesive tape, or fast curing super glue and a piece of rubber.
Inspecting the target rubber skin
The target rubber skin need to be replaced in these events:
| 1. | Excess wear (large number of shot holes) at target rubber skin will affect scoring accuracy. This is especially important at the edge of the cut-out of the target rubber skin. This phenomena is particularly bad when the rubber sheet doesn't hold together, and coin sized parts start dangling. |
| 2. | As the target rubber skin is aging, its tensile strength will degrade. The target measuring chamber (between the target rubber skins) may eventually implode if the target is subjected to wind. Implosions can be temporarily be fixed by detaching, stretching and reattaching the target rubber skin. |
| 3. | As the target rubber skin is aging, it will eventually start to crack. Cracks may become holes and compromise the sound proof measuring chamber. |
Inspecting the sensor cables
Sensor cables are put at the outside of the target frame (left and right side). Inspect the outer 10mm of the target frame to see if any stray projectiles possibly has penetrated or snatched any cables. If so, see next chapter how to repair. Sensor cables are easily picked out of the cable channels at the sides of the target to be inspected or replaced.
If sensor cables are completely cut or short circuited, the scoring system will publish warnings, and damaged target will probably stop scoring. However, a snatched or partially damaged cable may not cause problems before it's exposed to moisture. It is therefore wise to periodically evaluate the sensor cables if stray shots has penetrated close to, or trough, the cable channels.
Inspecting the target face
Replace target face when the aiming mark visual definition is getting unclear for the shooter. Shooters with scopes will probably require high quality of the target face.
Inspecting and cleaning sensors
The lower sensors (behind the service panel) are rarely subjected to dust and particles as they are put far out to the side. Cleaning them with a soft brush is normally not necessary more often than when replacing target rubber skins.
However, periodic inspection may be called for, if the inner edge of the target frame is hit. Splinters and woodchips may then cover the sensors, and should be removed.
Inspecting the target service panel
The lower part of the target has a service panel that can be opened to access the target electronics and the lower sensors. Opening and closing is done by operting the white rubber straps at the bottom of the target.
Inspect the physical integrity of the service panel and its hinges/straps, and control that it's possible to close completely. There should be no cracks that sound can “leak” through when the service panel is closed. Always keep the service panel closed and strapped, expect when servicing or inspecting the internals of the target.