LI-COR LI-8100A User manual

Automated Soil
CO2Flux System
& LI-8150 Multiplexer
Instruction Manual
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LI-8100A
AutomatedSoilCO2FluxSystem
&LI-8150Multiplexer
InstructionManual
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Declaration of Conformity
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Lincoln, Nebraska USA 68504
declares that the product
Product Name: Automated Soil CO
2
Flux System
Model Number(s): LI-8100, LI-8100A
Product Options: Survey Chamber, Long-Term Chamber
conforms to the following Product Specifications:
FCC CFR Part 15.109 Radiated Emissions, Class A
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John Rada
Engineering Manager
Document #53-07671
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Manufacturer's Name: LI-COR Inc.
December 1, 2009
4647 Superior Street
P.O. Box 4425
Lincoln, NE 68504

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Table of Contents
Section 1. Getting Started
What is the LI-8100A? ....................................................................................................................... 1-1
What's What ...................................................................................................................................... 1-1
Analyzer Control Unit ................................................................................................................. 1-2
Auxiliary Sensor Interface............................................................................................................ 1-2
RS-232 Cable ............................................................................................................................... 1-2
Ethernet Cable.............................................................................................................................. 1-3
Ethernet Card ............................................................................................................................... 1-3
Compact Flash Memory Card...................................................................................................... 1-3
Shoulder Strap Kit ........................................................................................................................ 1-3
Software CD................................................................................................................................. 1-4
8100-104 Long-Term Chamber................................................................................................... 1-4
8100-104C Long-Term Chamber ................................................................................................ 1-4
8100-102 10 cm Survey Chamber.............................................................................................. 1-4
8100-103 20 cm Survey Chamber.............................................................................................. 1-4
Spare Parts Kit .............................................................................................................................. 1-5
Calibration Sheet ......................................................................................................................... 1-7
Optional Accessories.......................................................................................................................... 1-7
6400-03 Rechargeable Battery.................................................................................................... 1-7
LI-6020 Battery Charger .............................................................................................................. 1-8
Soil Temperature Probes.............................................................................................................. 1-8
Soil Moisture Probes .................................................................................................................... 1-8
8100-104 and 8100-104C Upgrade Kits..................................................................................... 1-9
Wireless Communications Package ............................................................................................ 1-9
8100-405 CO2Mapping Kit ........................................................................................................ 1-9
Section 2. Initial Setup
Cable Connections ............................................................................................................................ 2-1
The Analyzer Control Unit................................................................................................................. 2-3
Using Batteries ............................................................................................................................. 2-3
Using PCMCIA (PC) Adapter Cards............................................................................................. 2-3
About LI-8100A Data Records and Storage Options .................................................................. 2-4
Using a Wireless Card ................................................................................................................. 2-5
Air Filters...................................................................................................................................... 2-5
Power On............................................................................................................................................ 2-6
Automatic Restart Function ......................................................................................................... 2-7
Using the Auxiliary Sensor Interface.................................................................................................. 2-9

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Auxiliary Sensor Interface Terminals ........................................................................................ 2-10
Connecting Sensors to the Auxiliary Sensor Interface.............................................................. 2-12
Connecting Soil Moisture/Temperature Probes to the Auxiliary Sensor Interface ................... 2-15
Important Note on Wire Insertion............................................................................................. 2-18
Using Soil Collars............................................................................................................................. 2-18
Construction of Soil Collars ...................................................................................................... 2-18
Installing and Using Soil Collars ............................................................................................... 2-19
Insertion Depth.......................................................................................................................... 2-19
Measuring the Chamber Offset ................................................................................................. 2-20
Placement of Soil Temperature and Moisture Probes ..................................................................... 2-21
References ........................................................................................................................................ 2-22
Section 3. Measurement Quick Start
About LI-8100A Data Files ................................................................................................................ 3-7
Section 4. Theory of Operation
Measuring Carbon Dioxide Flux from the Soil.................................................................................. 4-1
Deriving the Flux Equation: The Model ............................................................................................ 4-2
Calculating the Flux from Measured Data......................................................................................... 4-5
Relationship Between the Model Equation (4-10) and Empirical Equation (4-13) ........................... 4-8
Correcting for Initial CO2Concentrations That Differ Between Measurements............................... 4-8
Evaluation of Other Methods for Computing Soil CO2Efflux........................................................... 4-8
Effects of High Chamber CO2Concentrations .................................................................................. 4-9
Using the 8100-104C for Net Carbon Exchange (NCE) .................................................................... 4-11
Shading Effects............................................................................................................................. 4-14
Measuring PAR with the 8100-104C .......................................................................................... 4-15
References .......................................................................................................................................... 4-16
Section 5. User Calibration
Introduction ........................................................................................................................................ 5-1
CO2and H2O Gas Standards ............................................................................................................ 5-2
CO2and H2O Zero ..................................................................................................................... 5-2
CO2Span(s) ................................................................................................................................. 5-2
H2O Span .................................................................................................................................... 5-3
Setting Zero: CO2and H2O............................................................................................................... 5-3
Using a Calibrated Tank of Zero Gas ......................................................................................... 5-3
Using Chemical Scrubbers.......................................................................................................... 5-4
Setting the Span: CO2........................................................................................................................ 5-4

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Setting the Span: H2O ........................................................................................................................ 5-5
Two Point Span (Span 2 Tab) ............................................................................................................. 5-6
Considerations for Performing a Secondary Span....................................................................... 5-6
Section 6. Using the 10 and 20 cm Survey Chambers
General Description ........................................................................................................................... 6-1
The Measurement Flow Path....................................................................................................... 6-4
The Bellows Flow Path ................................................................................................................ 6-4
Connecting the Chamber to the Analyzer Control Unit.................................................................... 6-5
Making Measurements ....................................................................................................................... 6-6
Software Setup Using the LI-8100A Windows Application Software......................................... 6-7
Software Setup Using the LI-8100A Apple iOS Software ......................................................... 6-15
Section 7. Using the Long-Term Chambers
General Description ........................................................................................................................... 7-1
Changing the 8100-104/C Chamber Open Position................................................................... 7-3
Using Auxiliary Sensors with the 8100-104/C............................................................................ 7-4
The Measurement Flow Path....................................................................................................... 7-4
Connecting the Long-Term Chambers to the Analyzer Control Unit or Multiplexer........................ 7-5
8100-104/C Long-Term Chambers.............................................................................................. 7-5
Making Measurements ....................................................................................................................... 7-6
Software Setup Using the LI-8100A Windows Application Software......................................... 7-6
Software Setup Using the LI-8100A Apple iOS Software ...........................................................7-13
Section 8. Windows Software Reference (Single Chamber Mode)
Installing the PC Communications Software on Your Computer ..................................................... 8-1
Operation - Using the LI-8100A Software ......................................................................................... 8-1
Connecting................................................................................................................................... 8-2
Using the Toolbar ....................................................................................................................... 8-3
Communication Menu ....................................................................................................................... 8-4
Connect........................................................................................................................................ 8-4
Disconnect................................................................................................................................... 8-4
Setup Menu......................................................................................................................................... 8-4
Chamber Measurement ............................................................................................................... 8-4
Port Setup:Chamber..................................................................................................................... 8-5
Port Setup:Observation................................................................................................................ 8-7
Port Setup:Data Logging ............................................................................................................ 8-10
Port Setup:V1 (V2, V3, V4)........................................................................................................ 8-11
Repeat ........................................................................................................................................ 8-12

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Thermocouples.......................................................................................................................... 8-13
Presets........................................................................................................................................ 8-14
Continous Measurement ........................................................................................................... 8-15
Collecting Continuous CO2 Concentration Data..................................................................... 8-16
Adding Annotations................................................................................................................... 8-17
Start Measurement..................................................................................................................... 8-18
View Menu ....................................................................................................................................... 8-19
Instrument Status ....................................................................................................................... 8-19
Error Log .................................................................................................................................... 8-20
Summary Records...................................................................................................................... 8-20
Reports....................................................................................................................................... 8-21
Utilities Menu................................................................................................................................... 8-27
File Manager.............................................................................................................................. 8-27
Manual Controls........................................................................................................................ 8-28
Calibration ................................................................................................................................. 8-30
Charting ..................................................................................................................................... 8-32
PC Data Logging........................................................................................................................ 8-33
XML Monitor ............................................................................................................................. 8-35
8100 Menu....................................................................................................................................... 8-36
Instrument Settings .................................................................................................................... 8-36
Networking................................................................................................................................ 8-37
Date and Time ........................................................................................................................... 8-41
Outputs ...................................................................................................................................... 8-42
Help Menu ....................................................................................................................................... 8-43
Help ........................................................................................................................................... 8-43
About ......................................................................................................................................... 8-43
Section 9. Apple iOS Software Reference (Single-Chamber Mode)
About Wireless Communication ....................................................................................................... 9-1
Wireless Network Cards for the LI-8100A......................................................................................... 9-1
Handheld Requirements for Wireless or Serial Communication...................................................... 9-1
Handheld Software Requirements .............................................................................................. 9-2
Accessing On-line Help .............................................................................................................. 9-2
The Setup Menu ................................................................................................................................. 9-3
Measurement Presets................................................................................................................... 9-3
Measurement Protocol ................................................................................................................ 9-4
Area and Volumes ..................................................................................................................... 9-12
Start Measurement..................................................................................................................... 9-15
The View Menu................................................................................................................................ 9-19
Instrument Status ....................................................................................................................... 9-19
Monitor Page ............................................................................................................................. 9-19

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Summary Page ........................................................................................................................... 9-20
The Utilities Menu............................................................................................................................ 9-21
Manual Controls ........................................................................................................................ 9-24
Calibration ................................................................................................................................. 9-25
The 8100 Menu ................................................................................................................................ 9-27
Instrument Settings..................................................................................................................... 9-27
Auxiliary Inputs.......................................................................................................................... 9-29
Outputs ...................................................................................................................................... 9-30
The Help Menu ................................................................................................................................ 9-34
Indicators ................................................................................................................................... 9-34
About LI-8100A ......................................................................................................................... 9-35
Section 10. Using the LI-8150 Multiplexer
About the LI-8150 ..............................................................................................................................10-1
What’s What .......................................................................................................................................10-2
Cable/Hose Assembly..................................................................................................................10-2
Spare Parts Kit ..............................................................................................................................10-2
Optional Accessories..........................................................................................................................10-2
DC Power Cable ..........................................................................................................................10-2
8150-770 AC Power Supply........................................................................................................10-2
Cable/Hose Extension Assembly .................................................................................................10-5
Soil Moisture Probes ....................................................................................................................10-5
Soil Temperature Thermistor .......................................................................................................10-5
DC Power Cable ..........................................................................................................................10-5
Eight to Sixteen Port Upgrade Factory Installation (8150-916) ..................................................10-5
Eight to Sixteen Port Upgrade Field Installation (8150-916-1) ...................................................10-6
Eight to Sixteen Port Upgrade Factory Installation (8150-917) ..................................................10-6
Eight to Sixteen Port Upgrade Field Installation (8150-917-1) ...................................................10-6
How It Works .....................................................................................................................................10-6
Cable Connections ...........................................................................................................................10-10
LI-8100A .................................................................................................................................... 10-10
LI-8150.......................................................................................................................................10-11
Chambers ................................................................................................................................... 10-12
Connecting Auxiliary Sensors.................................................................................................... 10-13
Measurement Quick Start................................................................................................................. 10-15
Performing a Leak Test .....................................................................................................................10-26
Using the Windows Interface Software with the Multiplexer..........................................................10-32
Connecting.................................................................................................................................10-32
Using the Toolbar ......................................................................................................................10-33
Communication Menu .....................................................................................................................10-34
Connect...................................................................................................................................... 10-34
Disconnect................................................................................................................................. 10-35

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Setup Menu ...................................................................................................................................... 10-35
Measurement Configuration...................................................................................................... 10-35
Port Setup:Chamber .................................................................................................................. 10-35
Port Setup:Observation ............................................................................................................. 10-38
Port Setup:Data Logging............................................................................................................ 10-41
Port Setup:V2 (V3, V4) .............................................................................................................. 10-42
Port Sequence............................................................................................................................ 10-44
Repeat........................................................................................................................................ 10-45
Port Tools................................................................................................................................... 10-46
Presets........................................................................................................................................ 10-48
Start Measurement..................................................................................................................... 10-49
View Menu ....................................................................................................................................... 10-50
Instrument Status ....................................................................................................................... 10-50
Error Log .................................................................................................................................... 10-51
Summary Records...................................................................................................................... 10-51
Reports....................................................................................................................................... 10-52
Utilities Menu................................................................................................................................... 10-57
File Manager.............................................................................................................................. 10-57
Manual Controls........................................................................................................................ 10-58
Calibration ................................................................................................................................. 10-62
Charting ..................................................................................................................................... 10-64
PC Data Logging........................................................................................................................ 10-65
XML Monitor ............................................................................................................................. 10-67
8100 Menu....................................................................................................................................... 10-68
Instrument Settings .................................................................................................................... 10-68
Networking................................................................................................................................ 10-69
Date and Time........................................................................................................................... 10-73
Outputs ...................................................................................................................................... 10-74
Help Menu ....................................................................................................................................... 10-75
Help ........................................................................................................................................... 10-75
About ......................................................................................................................................... 10-75
Using the LI-8100APP for Apple iOS .............................................................................................. 10-77
Accessing On-line Help ............................................................................................................ 10-77
The Setup Menu ............................................................................................................................... 10-78
Measurement Preset .................................................................................................................. 10-78
Measurement Protocol .............................................................................................................. 10-79
Area and Volumes............................................................................................................................ 10-86
Start Measurement..................................................................................................................... 10-90
The View Menu................................................................................................................................ 10-97
Instrument Status ....................................................................................................................... 10-97
Monitor Page ............................................................................................................................. 10-97
Summary Page........................................................................................................................... 10-98
The Utilities Menu ........................................................................................................................... 10-99

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Manual Controls ...................................................................................................................... 10-103
Calibration ............................................................................................................................... 10-104
The 8100 Menu .............................................................................................................................. 10-107
Instrument Settings................................................................................................................... 10-107
Auxiliary Inputs........................................................................................................................ 10-108
Outputs .................................................................................................................................... 10-110
The Help Menu .............................................................................................................................. 10-113
Indicators ................................................................................................................................. 10-113
About LI-8100A ....................................................................................................................... 10-114
LI-8150 Maintenance and Repair .................................................................................................. 10-115
Fuses......................................................................................................................................... 10-115
Tubing ...................................................................................................................................... 10-115
Air Filters .................................................................................................................................. 10-115
Solenoid Valves ....................................................................................................................... 10-116
Section 11. Updating the Instrument Software
About the Instrument Software ..........................................................................................................11-1
Installing the Instrument Software ......................................................................................................11-1
Section 12. Maintenance
Cleaning the Optical Bench ..............................................................................................................12-1
Replacing the Air Filters .....................................................................................................................12-7
Fuses ...................................................................................................................................................12-8
6400-03 Batteries ............................................................................................................................. 12-12
Charging the 6400-03 Batteries................................................................................................. 12-12
Storing the 6400-03 Batteries ....................................................................................................12-13
Replacing the Battery Fuse ........................................................................................................12-13
10 cm Survey Chamber Gasket Replacement .................................................................................12-13
Replacing the Bellows on the 10 cm Survey Chamber ................................................................... 12-16
8100-103 20 cm Survey Chamber Maintenance.............................................................................12-22
Gasket Replacement.................................................................................................................. 12-22
Foam Seal Gasket ......................................................................................................................12-23
Soil Collar Gasket ......................................................................................................................12-23
Chamber Gasket ........................................................................................................................ 12-24
Replacing the Bellows on the 20 cm Survey Chamber ................................................................... 12-26
8100-104/C Long-Term Chamber Maintenance.............................................................................. 12-33
Replacing the Collar Gasket ......................................................................................................12-33
Replacing the Tubing/Cable Assembly .....................................................................................12-34
Replacing the Thermistor Assembly .......................................................................................... 12-40
Replacing the Shaft Seal Assembly............................................................................................ 12-42

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Changing the 8100-104/8100-104C Chamber Bowls..................................................................... 12-47
Appendix A. Specifications
Appendix B. Pin Assignments
Appendix C. Glossary of Terms
Appendix D. Equation Summary: Final Variables
Warranty

1Getting Started
What is the LI-8100A?
The LI-8100A is a fully automated system dedicated to making measurements of
soil CO2flux. The Analyzer Control Unit powers either a Survey or Long-Term
measurement chamber, and houses the system electronics and the infrared gas
analyzer (IRGA) used to measure the change in CO2and H2O concentrations in
the soil chamber.
An Auxiliary Sensor Interface attaches to the Analyzer Control Unit to allow for
connection of an external power source and your choice of sensors, such as soil
temperature and/or soil moisture probes.
Data collected by the LI-8100A can be stored to the instrument's flash memory, to
an internal compact flash (CF) card, or transferred to a personal computer.
Data collection protocols are defined in either Windows®software or interface
software for iOS on an Apple®iPod®Touch®or other iOS device such as an iPad®
or iPhone®. The LI-8100A is a Wi-Fi ("wireless fidelity") enabled device that allows
for wireless communication with compatible PDAs or personal computers. Data
collected by the LI-8100A can be output to your Windows®computer; data
analysis software (FV8100) is also included to allow further examination and/or
recomputation of your data.
What's What
If you have just taken delivery of your LI-8100A check the packing list to verify that
you received everything ordered, including the following items:

1-2 Getting Started
Analyzer Control Unit
The Analyzer Control Unit is the yellow
enclosure that houses the LI-8100A
electronics and infrared gas analyzer.
The interior of the Control Unit contains
the indicator panel, brackets for the
optional 6400-03 Rechargeable Battery,
and an access panel for inserting or
removing the wireless and compact flash
cards. The left side of the Control Unit
has a mount for the Auxiliary Sensor
Interface (below), as well as connections
for the soil flux chambers and RS-232
cable.
Auxiliary Sensor Interface (p/n 8100-
663)
The Auxiliary Sensor Interface attaches
to the side of the Analyzer Control Unit,
as shown at right, and allows for
connection of your choice of sensors, or
an alternative power source. The
Auxiliary Sensor Interface is described in
more detail in Section 2, Initial Setup.
The Auxiliary Sensor Interface (right)
uses “gland” type plugs to seal the wire
connections against moisture and
insects. As many as five different
sensors, or four sensors and an external
power supply can be connected to the
Auxiliary Sensor Interface.
RS-232 Cable (p/n 392-10587)
The RS-232 Cable is a 1 meter cable
with a round connector on one end that
mates to the RS-232 port on the left side
of the Analyzer Control Unit. The other
end of the cable has a 9-pin female DB-
9 connector for attaching to your
computer.
Figure 1-1. Analyzer Control Unit,
with 6400-03 Rechargeable Battery,
Auxiliary Sensor Interface, and
shoulder strap.

Getting Started
1-3
A Serial-to-USB Adapter (p/n 6400-27) is provided to facilitate data transfer
between the LI-8100A and computers lacking an RS-232 connector. Note that this
does not convert the RS-232 serial connection into a USB connection. It simply
allows the USB port to receive data via a standard RS-232 serial connection.
Ethernet Cable (p/n 392-09436)
The Ethernet Cable is a 2 meter cable with a round connector on one end that
mates to the Ethernet port on the left side of the Analyzer Control Unit. The other
end of the cable has an RJ-45 connector for attaching to your computer or to a
network wall socket.
Ethernet Card (p/n 6400-26)
The Ethernet Card fits into one of the two internal PCMCIA (PC) card slots in the
Analyzer Control Unit. The Ethernet adapter card is connected internally to a short
cable that extends to the Ethernet connector on the Analyzer Control Unit side
panel, where it can be connected to a computer or network using the Ethernet
Cable (above).
Compact Flash Memory Card (p/n 8100-554)
The compact flash memory card included is a Type I industrial grade card with
adapter sleeve that is rated for high temperature use. Other commercially available
cards are compatible with the LI-8100A, however, we cannot guarantee their
stability under high temperatures. Type II compact flash cards can also be used
with the LI-8100A, with the appropriate adapter sleeve.
NOTE: Type II Compact Flash cards are
slightly thicker than Type I cards; as a
result, the adapter sleeve is also thicker,
and may be more difficult to remove from
the LI-8100A Analyzer Control Unit case
when inserted in tandem with a second
wireless card adapter.
Shoulder Strap Kit (p/n 604-07467)
The shoulder strap can be attached to the Analyzer Control Unit, if you prefer to
use it to carry the instrument case. Simply slide the strap ends over the two button
heads attached to the Analyzer Control Unit, on either side of the handle, as shown
below.

1-4 Getting Started
ON/OFF
Automated Soil
CO
2
Flux System
ON/OFF
POWER
IRGA READY
ACTIVE
LOW BATTERY
READY
ON/OFFON/OFF
Attach shoulder
strap here
Software CD (p/n 8100-501)
Automated Soil
CO2Flux System
Application Software V2.0.0
Embedded Code V2.0.0 Run Setup.exe
A
A
Contains the LI-8100A Windows® and interface
software for Apple iOS, the LI-8100A Data Analysis
(File Viewer) software, this instruction manual, the
Data Analysis and PDA/LI-8100A Configuration
manuals in PDF format.
NOTE: The latest version of the LI-8100A instrument
(embedded) software is available on LI-COR's web
site at http://www.licor.com.
8100-104 Long-Term Chamber
Contains the chamber, spares kit (p/n 8100-613), and a replacement gasket kit (p/n
8100-612).
8100-104C Clear Long-Term Chamber
Contains the chamber, spares kit (p/n 8100-613), and a replacement gasket kit (p/n
8100-612).
8100-102 10 cm Survey Chamber
Contains the chamber, spares kit (p/n 8100-621), replacement gasket kit (p/n 8100-
622), and the 8100-201 Soil Temperature Probe.
8100-103 20 cm Survey Chamber
Contains the chamber, spares kit (p/n 8100-631), replacement gasket kit (p/n 8100-
632), and the 8100-201 Soil Temperature Probe.

Getting Started
1-5
Spare Parts Kit
This box contains replacement parts for your LI-8100A. As you become familiar
with the system you will learn which items to keep close at hand and which items
can be stored away. Additional spares kits are packaged with their respective soil
chambers, as well. An optional bellows kit (p/n 8100-623) is also available from
LI-COR that can be used to replace damaged bellows on either the 10 cm or 20 cm
Survey Chambers.
The spares kits include these commonly used items:
Description Qty. LI-COR Part No.
Analyzer Control Unit Spares Kit 1 9981-032
O-rings 20 192-02597
Bev-a-line Tubing 10' 222-01824
Balston Disposable Air Filters 2 300-01961
Quick Connect Straight Union 1 300-03123
Quick Connect Right Angle 2 300-03125
Quick Connect Plug 2 300-07124
Quick Connect Coupling 1 300-07125
Quick Connect Union “Y” 2 300-03367
Quick Connect Port Plug 1 9981-118
3 Amp Fuse 1 439-04215
Auxiliary Sensor Interface Spares Kit 1 9981-028
Strain Relief 5 198-07221
EPDM Plugs 10 610-08324
Santoprene 1’ 222-08325
3 Amp Fuse 1 439-04215
Optical Bench Cleaning Kit 1 9981-029
O-rings 4 192-00226
Bev-a-line Tubing 1' 222-01824
Wrapped Point Cleaning Swabs 5 610-05314
Sock Tip Swab 5 610-05315

1-6 Getting Started
Description Qty. LI-COR Part No.
8100-102 Survey Chamber Spares Kit 1 8100-621
Cable Ties 10 218-08499
Bev-a-line Tubing 11' 222-01824
Thumb Nut 4 165-00140
10 cm Soil Collars 6 6581-157
8100-103 Survey Chamber Spares Kit 1 8100-631
Cable Ties 10 218-08499
Bev-a-line Tubing 11' 222-01824
Thumb Nut 4 165-00140
20 cm Soil Collars 6 6581-044
8100-104/CLong-Term Chamber Spares Kit 1 8100-613
Cable Ties 9 218-08499
Urethane Tubing 6' 222-00303
Thumb Nut 4 165-00140
20 cm Soil Collars 2 6581-044
Bumpers 4 191-08069
Cap Plugs 5 620-08297
Description Qty. LI-COR Part No.
10 cm Survey Chamber Gasket Kit 1 8100-622
Foam Seal Gaskets 20 6560-229
Survey Collar Gaskets 2 6581-065
Chamber Flange Gaskets 2 6581-066
Manifold Gaskets 2 6581-057
Seal Washer 4 167-07255
Chamber Gasket Trim 2.2' 226-07390
Loctite Adhesive 1 208-05786
10-32 x 1/2" screws 4 122-00014
4-40 x 3/8" screws 18 122-01578
8-32 x 1/2" screws 4 122-04328
20 cm Survey Chamber Gasket Kit 1 8100-632
Cap Nuts 4 163-02618
Foam Seal Gaskets 20 6581-107
Manifold Gaskets 2 6581-057
Soil Collar Gaskets 4 6581-108
Chamber Gasket Trim 6' 224-07606
Loctite Adhesive 1 208-05786
10-32 x 1/2" screws 4 122-00014
4-40 x 3/4" screws 2 158-07847

Getting Started
1-7
Flat washer, #10 4 167-00154
Seal washer, #10 4 167-07255
8100-104/C Long-Term Chamber Gasket Kit 1 8100-612
Loctite Adhesive 1 208-05786
Collar Gasket 2 6581-060
Chamber Gasket Trim 6' 224-07606
6-32 x 3/8" screws 4 122-00009
4-40 x 3/8" screws 18 122-01578
Description Qty. LI-COR Part No.
LI-8100A Bellows Kit (optional) 1 8100-623
Silicone Lubricant 1 210-01958-1
10-32 x 1/2" screws w/o-ring 4 138-07470
Manifold Gasket 1 6581-057
Bellows, 3" I.D. x 4.25" O.D. 1 254-7219
Calibration Sheet
This data sheet is a copy of the calibration information entered into the LI-8100A
by LI-COR. Keep it in a safe place for future reference. LI-COR also retains copies
of calibration information for your soil CO2flux system; contact us if yours is
misplaced.
Optional Accessories
6400-03 Rechargeable Battery
(12VDC). The 6400-03 Rechargeable Batteries are tested and fully charged before
they leave the factory, but may discharge during shipping. It is a good idea to test
your batteries to make sure they are charged. See "Recharging the 6400-03
Batteries" in Section 12 for instructions about charging batteries. The 6400-03
batteries require the LI-6020 Battery Charger for recharging. One 6400-03 battery
provides approximately 3-4 hours of battery life, depending on pump usage,
wireless card usage, etc., at 25 °C. A mounting bracket and connectors are present
in the LI-8100A Analyzer Control Unit case for use with the 6400-03.