← Drawing → first cut
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12. Next jobs
Everyday rhythm: new drawings through the same spine.
1. Repeatable path
ViaCAD (closed geometry, units) → SheetCAM (Premier tool/post, simulate) → Mach3 (correct profile, zero, dry run) → live cut watching first pierce → save if settings changed.
2. When something breaks
Leave Tutorials and open Troubleshoot — Something's wrong. Use the safety ladder. Text Tech 602-899-1115 with a photo if you hit a dead end.