what was the status of the hot ??
the max current allowed on that 20 watt res is 333ma (60v)
(25w would be 376ma @ 67.68v max )
while testing , i'd suggest putting a 300ma fuse in series with the res. or just keep pwr ups BRIEF.
the reg xistor 'should ' be passing the majority of current.
if it is not, there is a problem in reg drive.
fyi, one can use a neon bulb (ne-2) to detect flyback activity.
the bulb will fire with a field strength of about 90v ac.
qrz