Detergent
A water-soluble cleansing agent which combines with impurities and dirt to make them more
soluble.
Dispensing, Dispensation
The action of chemical being transported, in controlled measure, from chemical bottle into tank.
Distal connector
A special connector that attaches to, and facilitates, flushing through hollow and cannulated
instruments.
Drain
Feature of equipment designed to allow waste fluids empty from the tank and into a site waste
water facility.
E
Effluent
Waste fluids, expelled from tank when a draining action is performed.
F
Flush, Flushing
The action of pushing washing fluids through a hollow vessel or instrument.
I
Instrument
Miscellaneous medical tools, such a as clamps, scissors, spreaders and picks that require
cleaning before reuse.
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InnoWave Unity & Unity 20 Operator Manual