2. You need to have a number of coins that are 8 hours old or more
3. Run your PIRATE application and navigate to Settings and choose Unlock Wallet...
4. Enter your passphrase and checkbox "For staking only" must be enabled, and press "Ok"...
In the bottom right corner of the application, you will see a lightning bolt icon and it should turn black if you have coins and they are older than 8 hours...