Why is my dishwasher greasy?

Greasy Residue
There are two main reasons for this: either the detergent is not an effective grease remover, or the hot water inside of the dishwasher, either from the hot water tank or the dishwasher's heating elements, is not hot enough.

Rest of the detail can be read here. In this regard, how do you clean a greasy dishwasher?

Place a cup of white vinegar in a dishwasher-safe container on the upper rack of the machine. Run the dishwasher through a hot-water cycle. This will wash away grease and grime and remove musty odors, too. Baking soda rinse: Sprinkle one cup of baking soda across the bottom of the dishwasher.

Subsequently, question is, why is my dishwasher not cleaning the top rack? The Pressure's Off Low water pressure can leave the top rack dirty. There may be just enough pressure for the spray arm on the bottom to operate normally, but not quite enough to reach the top. This can be caused by a kink in the dishwasher hose or low water pressure to your home.

People also ask, how do you unclog a dishwasher with grease?

Break up drain clogs with a homemade solution. First, pour a solution of baking soda and vinegar down the basket at the bottom of your dishwasher. After letting it settle for 10-15 minutes, pour a pot of boiling hot water down the basket and see if that clears the clog.

Is vinegar bad for dishwasher?

Because it's is a strong acid, vinegar can break down the rubber gaskets and hoses in your dishwasher, eventually causing a costly breakdown. Also, if it mixes with salt, say from bits of food on your dishes, vinegar can discolor metal pans, flatware and mixing bowls.