What would likely happen if a compressor does not start up properly due to high pressure differences?

When a compressor fails to start up properly because of high pressure differences, it is highly likely that the compressor will trip on its internal overload protection. This mechanism is designed to protect the compressor from damage caused by excessive conditions, such as high pressure or overheating.

In situations of high pressure, the compressor struggles to overcome the resistance caused by the pressure differential between the high-pressure side and the low-pressure side of the system. If the pressure is too high, the motor may pull excessive current, leading to overheating. To prevent damage, the compressor's internal overload will trip, shutting the unit down and preventing operation until the condition is resolved. This safeguard ensures the longevity of the compressor and helps to maintain system integrity.

Other options do not align with the expected behavior of a compressor under high-pressure conditions. For instance, increased refrigerant flow would not occur because the compressor is not operating. Similarly, there would be no change in operation as the unit would not be running, and proper cooling cannot resume until the issue is addressed and the compressor successfully starts. Thus, the only appropriate consequence in this scenario is for the compressor to trip on the internal overload.