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Boiler Tube Leak
Feedwater consumption has suddenly increased. You hear a hissing sound near the boiler and notice steam pressure dropping.
Symptoms you observe:
Sudden increase in feedwater demandDropping steam pressureHissing sounds from the boilerWater in the furnace or ash pitWhite vapor from the stack
Step 1 of 4
Reduce firing rate
Less heat reduces thermal stress on the leaking tube and slows the failure progression.