Graco 276888 Drain Line Clip – Overview
Graco 276888 is the OEM Drain Line Clip used on popular Graco airless paint sprayers. It secures the drain/prime hose and suction tube so they stay properly seated during priming and flushing, helping prevent leaks and loss of prime.
Compatible Machines
This clip is used across many mid-size Graco electric airless sprayers. The following models/series commonly use 276888 (verify against your parts manual or model tag):
- Ultra 395 (Stand / Lo-Boy / Hi-Boy)
- Ultra 490 (Stand / Lo-Boy / Hi-Boy)
- Ultra 495 (Stand / Lo-Boy / Hi-Boy)
- Ultra 595 (Lo-Boy / Hi-Boy)
- Ultra Max II 490 (Stand / Lo-Boy / Hi-Boy)
- Ultra Max II 495 (Stand / Lo-Boy / Hi-Boy)
- Ultra Max II 595 (Lo-Boy / Hi-Boy)
- Ultra Max II 695
- HB 390 / 390 Hi-Boy
- Ultimate MX 695 (legacy)
- Ultra 395 PC variants
- Ultra / Ultra Max II 490 & 495 XT variants
- ASM 1900 (select units)
Tip: If your sprayer is in the 390–695 class (Ultra / Ultra Max II), there’s a high chance it uses this clip. Check your exact part diagram to confirm.
Key Features & Benefits
- OEM fit & function: Designed by Graco for consistent hose retention.
- Prevents hose pop-off while priming/flushing to reduce mess and downtime.
- Quick replacement: Simple snap-on design—no special tools required.
- Protects prime performance by keeping drain and suction lines correctly routed.
Specifications
| Attribute | Detail |
| Part Number | 276888 |
| Item | Drain Line Clip (a.k.a. suction/prime hose clip) |
| Compatibility Range | Common on Ultra and Ultra Max II series (approx. 390–695 class); see list above. |
| Function | Secures drain/prime hose and suction tube to prevent disconnection during operation. |
| Fitment Note | Always verify against your sprayer’s parts manual or model tag to ensure exact fit. |
Installation & Use Notes
- Power off and depressurize the sprayer per the manual.
- Place the prime/drain hose and suction tube in their guides.
- Snap the 276888 clip over the hose/tube to lock them in place.
- Verify the hose cannot pull free; test during prime at low pressure.
Frequently Asked Questions
It keeps the drain/prime hose and suction tube secured so they won’t pop off during priming or flushing—helping maintain prime and reducing leaks.
It’s commonly used on Ultra 395/490/495/595 and Ultra Max II 490/495/595/695 (plus related HB/Lo-Boy/Stand variants). Check your unit’s parts list to confirm 276888 is specified for your exact model revision.
Yes- 276888 is an original Graco component designed for proper fit and durability.
Inspect the clip for cracks or fatigue during routine cleaning. Replace if it no longer holds the hose firmly secure retention is critical for reliable priming/flushing.
