Ok. I replaced the large (300 ohm, 15W) resistor (which had virtually exploded). Checked some of the components around it, fixed melted wires and replaced chassis in monitor.
Now it fires up and I get a normal picture, but this replaced resistor gets VERY hot. Hot enough to feel the heat on my hand 6 inches above. Hot enough to burn skin instantly if I were to touch it.
How hot is this resistor supposed to get and WHY cannot I locate this resistor on the schematic I have or in the parts list?? And yes, it's the right schematic. Part of a manual with pictures, diagrams and all from TEKBUILT inc. for 9", 13" and 19" monitors. Everything else I've looked at matches up.