Looking at the schematic you need -45 volts for bias. The power tubes are crackling because they are getting warm. I also think your voltage meter is wrong. Unless you are plugging in to 220v with a 120v amp. Can you bring the bias up to spec.? Just for giggles see what your volt meter reads plugging it into your wall AC.
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