There are starting capacitors and running capacitors; the start ones do provide "storage" for initial energizing of the compressor. Yes, the starting one does d

There are starting capacitors and running capacitors; the start ones do provide "storage" for initial energizing of the compressor. Yes, the starting one does disengage after start. But, if we're arguing the semantics of HVAC, we should also argue the semantics of car chargers. They don't jump straight to fast charging on plug-in. They negotiate with the car, checking battery levels, first cooling the battery pack, then, chooses between fast charge and slow charge based on state of the batteries (and optional user input), it also checks with your utility rate plan to see if it's optimal to charge.