🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Colchester Model: Mascot 1600 Year: Unknown Generation: Unknown 📋 Manual Details Document Information Manual Type: Operator and Service Manual Language: English Format: PDF Availability: Downloadable ⚙️ Engine Specifications Engine Overview Engine Type: Lathe Spindle Drive Displacement: N/A (Machine Tool) Power: Varies based on motor configuration (e.g., 10 HP main motor) Drive System Spindle Speed Range: Variable (e.g., 20-1600 RPM) Motor Type: Electric Motor 🔧 Transmission Gearbox Type: Mechanical Gearbox Gears: Multiple speed ranges (e.g., 2-speed gearbox) Drive Mechanism Feed Drive: Mechanical screw and gearbox 📐 Dimensions Machine Size Swing Over Bed: 16 inches (approx.) Swing Over Cross Slide: 8.5 inches (approx.) Distance Between Centers: 40 inches (approx.) Machine Weight Weight: Approx. 3000-3500 lbs 🔧 Maintenance Lubrication Spindle Oil Type: Hydraulic Oil (ISO VG 32 or 46) Spindle Oil Capacity: Refer to manual for specific capacity Gearbox Oil Type: Gear Oil (e.g., SAE 90) Grease Points: Regular greasing of lubrication points Service Schedule Daily Checks: Visual inspection, lubrication Weekly Checks: Check oil levels, clean machine Monthly Checks: Inspect belts, clean filters Annual Checks: Major service, fluid changes 📄 Features Control System Spindle Control: Manual lever or variable speed drive Cutting Capabilities Thread Cutting: Yes (with gearbox selection) Taper Turning: Yes (with optional taper attachment) Tooling Tool Post Type: Four-way tool post Chuck Size: Typically a 3-jaw or 4-jaw chuck, size varies