# How to set up my Stick? 1. **Initial Charging:** * Place the Stick on the charging station. Activate the charger by clicking the button. Charge for at least 4 hours before first use. 2. **Activating the Stick:** * Press the button on the charger to activate the Stick. In the app, select your Stick and set up your cooking parameters. 3. **Inserting the Stick:** * Remove the Stick from the charger and insert it into the meat up to the ceramic handle, avoiding fat and bone. 4. **Real-Time Monitoring:** * Monitor real-time temperature data on your smartphone. The app will notify you when the meat is cooked to perfection. 5. **Cook Completion and Resting:** * Let the meat rest before removing the Stick. Handle with care as it may be hot. 6. **Post-Cook Care:** * Allow the Stick to cool, clean it, and place it back on the charger. The Stick will automatically turn off when not in use. 7. **Automatic Charging:** * The Stick will charge automatically on the charger, ensuring it's ready for your next cooking adventure. If you have any further questions or need additional assistance, don't hesitate to reach out to our support team at . Happy cooking with The MeatStick! --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://docs.themeatstick.com/product-support/true-wireless-meat-thermometer-stick/how-to-pair-the-meatstick-and-the-meatstick-mini.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.