MEATER probes should be docked in the charger when you're not using them so that they can be charged up and ready for your next cook. But don't worry, our products are designed so that the probe won't overcharge or take too much power from the base, so it's safe to leave the probe in the charger for a long time. Just make sure the probe is nice and clean after your cooks, and that it's fully dry before putting it away.
In order to charge properly, the probe needs to be stored with the pointed end facing up, and the flat tile at the ambient end lining up with the contact point near the bottom of the charger. If the probe is docked upside down, it won’t be able to charge, and it won't connect for your next cook. This can also damage the contact point on the charger.