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Multimeter exploded during ACV measurment - What did I do wrong?

simulate this circuit – Schematic created using CircuitLab A DT-830B meter. I bought a new transformer, and I was trying to measure the output voltage. I plugged the probes on 'VΩmA' (not 10 A)...
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Under which possible conditions is measuring with an multimeter a danger to life ?

My knowledge of electrics is very limited, I am planning to buy a Multimeter, but I am confused when it comes to safety. I do not really know what is a danger to life when measuring a circuit with a ...
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