When you use the dishwasher but the dishes are not clean, there is a bad smell in the machine, it means your dishwasher is having problems. You can refer to the causes below to see what problems your dishwasher is having!
The machine's drain pipe is clogged.

Dishwashers only use water and detergent to rinse dishes at high pressure to remove dirt from dishes, but the machine cannot remove dirt that accumulates in the drain valve after each dishwashing cycle.
Although you have to scrape off all the food residue before putting the dishes in the dishwasher, it is still not possible to clean them completely. In addition, many people forget to remove the sticker when they buy dishes and put them in the dishwasher, causing the paper to come off, clogging the filter or stagnating in the drain.
Therefore, users need to regularly clean the drain valve and remove leftover food and dirt to keep the drain flowing well. You should clean the drain valve at least once a week.
Stuck sprinkler head
Dishwashers operate mainly based on the water jet. For some reason, food stuck on dishes sticks to the water jet system, causing the water jet to get stuck inside. This causes the water jet to weaken and is no longer strong enough to clean the stains, making the dishes unclean.
Check the water jets in the dishwasher if the dishwasher is not cleaning properly. The water jet system of the dishwasher is removable so it is easy to clean. You should clean this part regularly to keep the machine running effectively.
Not cleaning the dishwasher regularly
In addition to removing dirt from the drain and spray heads, you should also clean the dishwasher regularly to avoid it becoming a breeding ground for bacteria. You can put some vinegar or baking soda in the bottom rack, then start the machine without any dishes inside. In addition, you can buy a specialized dishwasher cleaning solution to clean the dishwasher.
Load the dishwasher too much or incorrectly.
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Many users overload the machine with too many dishes or do not stack the dishes properly. You should read the instructions carefully before using the machine to ensure effective operation.
You can refer to how to put dishes in the dishwasher .
Do not put away dishes immediately after washing.
When you finish washing the dishes but do not want to put them away right away, you should leave the dishwasher door open for about 20 minutes to let the steam escape. Closing the dishwasher door after washing will prevent the steam from escaping, causing it to accumulate on the dishes and possibly leave a bad smell.
So, if the dishes are still dirty after washing them in the dishwasher, it is likely that they are caused by the above reasons. If you are not sure, contact the repair center to fix this problem as soon as possible!